When:
Monday, November 18, 2024
6 to 7 p.m. Central Time
Cost:
STC coalition community members* – FREE
Students – FREE
Other STC members – $10
Non-members – $20
* This webinar is presented by a coalition of the following STC communities: Carolina Chapter, Chicago Chapter, DC-Baltimore Chapter, Florida Chapter, Michigan Great Lakes Chapter, Accessibility Special Interest Group (SIG), Instructional Design and Learning SIG, and Technical Editing SIG. Members of these communities can register free.
Are you a technical communicator looking to create documentation that truly stands out? Graphics play a crucial role in enhancing clarity, engagement, and overall reader experience. Join us for this insightful webinar where we’ll delve into the best practices for incorporating graphics into your technical documentation.
Key Takeaways:
- Grasp the Four Guidelines: Discover the essential principles for using graphics effectively, as outlined by Certified Professional Technical Communicator (CPTC) certification.
- Conquer Callouts: Learn how to create callouts that seamlessly integrate with your graphics, ensuring clarity and consistency across languages.
- Achieve Graphic Consistency: Explore techniques to maintain a cohesive visual style throughout your documentation, enhancing professionalism and readability.
- Ensure Crisp, Readable Graphics: Discover tips for producing high-quality graphics that look sharp and clear on any output device.
About Our Speaker:
Tricia Spayer, a seasoned technical writer and illustrator with more than 30 years of experience, will share her expertise on graphics creation. As a CPTC and an STC Fellow, Tricia brings a wealth of knowledge and practical insights to the table. Her extensive experience includes creating graphics for advertisements, documentation, brochures, tradeshow posters, websites, and more.
As always, special thanks to our chapter’s Friends of STC Chicago sponsors:
The LavaCon Conference on Content Strategy and TechComm Management
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