Katie Merrien
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Accessible and inclusive visual communicator
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2019-07-01 — Present

Online portfolio containing examples of previous 2D animation, graphic design, infographics, logo design, graphic recording and copywriting projects can be found at www.communikate.design

Sussex MSK Partnership Central CommuniKate Design Limited - Founder
2023-03-01 — 2024-01-17

One of a series of 2D animations co-created in partnership with a local musculoskeletal (MSK) service (https://sussexmskpartnershipcentral.co.uk/) and its service users to explain what MSK is, how to look after yourself, and what the service does. This has allowed the service to convey important messaging in an innovative way and support the local population to better understand MSK health. I created the video in partnership with service users and staff to ensure it provided the information they most wanted to see and set expectations about what the service could offer. The video aims to help local people feel more educated about their health conditions, know how to self-care and access the contact details and resources needed for additional support. Providing this information in advance can be particularly reassuring for some people who are neurodiverse or those with anxiety.

I also created an accompanying leaflet with simplified written information and scenes from the animation to offer patients a choice of communication styles to improve accessibility.

The Black Curriculum CommuniKate Design Limited - Founder
2020-08-18 — 2020-11-30

I created a series of 6 2D animations for The Black Curriculum showcasing various events and individuals from Black British history, to be included in the school curriculum at Key Stage 2 and 3. The animations covered a variety of topics, including the history of the Notting Hill Carnival, Bristol Bus Boycotts, British Black Panthers, 1919 Race Riots, John Blanke and Mary Prince. Total views of all 6 videos across YouTube and Instagram has reached over 200,000 and can be found on The Black Curriculum's social channels here: https://www.youtube.com/@theblackcurriculum/videos and https://www.instagram.com/theblackcurriculum/