Two heads are better than one (unless one is Jethro’s) and in marketing that is particularly true.
I have recently teamed up with writer and author Simon Rose to provide copywriting services to my website design and development clients. In addition to his novels, numerous articles and teaching work with both adults and children, Simon also provides writing services, including creating content for websites, copywriting, editing, proofreading, brochures, advertising, marketing material, newsletters, regular blog entries and more.
Don’t be confused by the accents – we are not brothers. Not even close, geographically. But Simon is nevertheless a great person to work with, and we both look forward to being able to help you look your best online and in print.
Not sure if copywriting is for you? Drop me a line at contact(at)nburmandesign.com, or email Simon at sorcerersletterbox(at)gmail.com with any and all questions. You can also find more information about Simon on his website, Simon-Rose.com
Ever since signing up for Twitter a few months ago, its practicality has been growing on me. More than just a way to get fed endless streams of endless news, I have found it to be a rather useful community!
Case in point- yesterday’s fiasco.
A client of mine had trouble with her site. She couldn’t get it to appear in her browser, even after emptying the cache. I assured her that the site was live and could see it perfectly well in my browser. There are few things technologically frustrating than when someone else says ‘well, it works for me!’
Off to the Twitter community for testing.
Within seconds of sending a message with the website link to my 800 followers, I got the reply I was looking for. From Vancouver BC to New Hampshire, the site was alive and well according to five replies. This helped me narrow the problem. I was then able to assure the client that everyone else really was able to view her website. This was good news, since my client was due to appear on television the next day and hoped to draw attention to her (working) site on the air.
Except for hearing what people you’ve never met are doing in places you’ve never heard of, Twitter is a very useful, and practical community that allows people to communicate instantly. All of sudden, this social network has become a vital tool in the web and graphic design testing process.
Those that you have in your community will affect how useful it is. As a graphic designer, I don’t want to exclude other graphic and multimedia designers from communing with me. Creatives tend to be communal types anyhow, and even in other industries, it is often very useful and practical to be able to bounce ideas off others and get instant (or nearly instant) feedback.
How have you used Twitter in a practical way in your business?
By the way, thank you to all who responded. You’ll be on my #FollowFriday list (if you don’t know what that is, sign up on Twitter and follow me. See you Friday! )
Imagine the energy and excitement of Great Big Sea, Bare Naked Ladies and Buckwheat Zydeco under one musical banner …
The Kimberlites, a fun-loving five member band, have been doing just that for their audiences for well over a decade. Their infectious melodies warm the rooms of a variety of venues and keep dance floors abuzz, combining strong vocal harmonies and unique instrumentation into a party driving mix of rocking celtic-cajun-zydeco.
The Kimberlites blend their own music with some classic folk/rock hits of the past three decades, and even add a dash of world music influence; key ingredients to what can only be described as a musical jambalaya, a circus for the senses. The music is filled with hope, joy, and a celebration of life, making each of their performances an experience to remember.
Their new website features illustrations by Lincoln Agnew from their new CD, Nothing to Worry About, and reflects the same energy and passion that The Kimberlites are known for. Check out their music, find out when they are playing next, browse the gallery and order merchandise.
NBurman Design is pleased to announce the launch of blusapphire.ca
BluSapphire.ca supports self-awareness, conscious learning & personal development through life coaching programs, workshops, and seminars and is built on SiteCM, a hosted content management system by ideaLEVER in Vancouver BC. The site features CSS for it’s layout and is upgradeable to accommodate almost any feature the client needs.
Visit blusapphire.ca and let Neelam, the site’s owner, know what you think of her brand new online presence. I know she would be glad to hear from you.
Designs were requested by the production company for Rain, the only Beatles tribute band recognised by Paul McCartney, for their new line of t-shirts. Unfortunately, these designs were not chosen by the band even though the production company were very pleased.
The designs intended to show a more current representation of the love theme, as well as an adaptation of one of The Beatles’ most famous tunes, All You Need is Love.
Toyota have really outdone other car manufacturers this time. Not with a green SUV, with stratospheric MPG; this time they’ve stepped into the world of typography.
The iQ font was created by digitally tracking a Toyota iQ as it was driven in circles, bends and curves by a professional stunt driver. The lines tracked by markers on the car were then transferred to a font building application so that it can be used.
NBurman Design is proud to be a sponsor of the Calgary Children’s Book Fair and has just launched (and hosted) their new website.
The Calgary Children’s Book Fair and Conference, featuring local children’s authors and illustrators in Calgary and the surrounding area, will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2009 from 10 am to 4 pm at theHillhurst Sunnyside Community Centre in north west Calgary.
Discover the wealth of talent in your own backyard!
The Calgary Children’s Book Fair and Conference represents a fabulous opportunity for children to meet local writers, chat with them about their work and obtain an autographed and personally inscribed copy of a favourite book. All participating authors will also be reading from their own work, followed by a short question and answer period, throughout the day. If you are interested in becoming an exhibitor at this year’s event, you may find registration information here.
The Calgary Children’s Book Fair and Conference will also feature the very first Children’s Fiction Writing Award. Children in two age categories, eight to twelve and twelve to fifteen, will unleash their own incredible imaginations to create a truly unique story, in the genres of science fiction, fantasy or mystery. The winning entries, to be announced at the Book Fair and Conference on November 14, will then be published in an anthology. Learn more about how to register for the Children’s Fiction Writing Award.
Karla Heintz’ website, Nutrition With K, is now looking much better. Softer lines, soothing background and more pleasing design overall.
Nutrition with K is all about your health, and your children’s. Here you will find parenting resources on picky eaters, articles on health and wellness and her schedule with some health videos.
Karla is happy. Nick is happy. Everyone wins!
If you like it too, email Karla and tell her what you think. Then run to Chapters and buy her book, Picky? Not Me Mom. Your kids will thank you for it.
