As the design editor for "Roots," a fully-funded magazine under the student-led organization Zero Hour Arkansas, I oversee the visual elements of our publication. Our magazine delves into the critical topic of climate justice and its profound effects on both students and community members in northwest Arkansas. To ensure a rich diversity of perspectives, we maintained an open submission process for three months. Additionally, we facilitated numerous collaging events, offering students complimentary materials and a conducive space to express their ideas visually.
Collaborating closely with the editorial team, we worked to harmonize our objectives for the written content. We aim to blend personal narratives with factual information, crafting compelling pieces that resonate emotionally and inform those less acquainted with the intricacies of environmental justice. Through this multifaceted approach, we endeavor to engage our audience and catalyze meaningful conversations about pressing issues facing our community and beyond.
I created this poster for the second edition of ROOTS. It acts as a recruitment tool for artists in Northwest Arkansas, encouraging them to submit their work for potential inclusion in the upcoming edition. The QR code provided directs them to a Google survey where they can find more details and upload their work.
This is the Miro board I created for the second edition of ROOTS. The theme for artists' submissions this year is "How do you interact with your community through the environment?" I selected this theme to spotlight the communities in our area and shift away from the gloom of climate change. On this board, I outlined my mission for this project, set my goals, and brainstormed cover ideas. It served as the initial presentation to the designers during one of the early ROOTS team meetings.
