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baileybat711 t1_j9kspcb wrote

Science communicator here with a specialty in illustration and design. I'm currently collaborating with a carnivore ecologist on a lab logo/brand! :]

Do you have any insights on bridging SciComm with creative fields? Also, do you ever encounter times in your own research where visuals would enhance the conversation?

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nationalgeographic t1_j9l8idk wrote

Oh hey- I'm in the market for a logo for our Hyenas and Communities project! ....!!

I feel like SciComm is ALL about being visual, as well as of course making the story accessible to your particular audience. I do a lot of social media work, and finding and curating the right visuals is often the most difficult part. I've contracted with a science illustrator on a few different projects recently to enhance the visuals in my scientific publications as well (making a good graphical abstract is becoming increasingly important). I can go on and on, but the short answer is yes yes yes visuals are a huge need/component in SciComm!

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