PROJECTS: OUTREACH & ENGAGEMENT
PROJECTS: OUTREACH & ENGAGEMENT
"RETROGRADE" - A VIRTUAL EXHIBITION PROPOSAL
"RETROGRADE" - A VIRTUAL EXHIBITION PROPOSAL
2021
Cover Slide for Proposal
What I Learnt:
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Creative Conceptualization Skills
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Effective Proposal Writing and Pitching Skills
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Exhibition Planning & Development
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Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills
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Effective and Efficient People and Project Management Skills
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Target Audience Profile & Engagement
For the module: Trends in the Arts & Entertainment Industry
What I Did:
As part of a project assignment, my team and I were tasked to propose and pitch for a virtual (online) exhibition proposal which ties in with our Singapore's arts and heritage values.
My team finalized on the overarching theme of local Recreational Activities [Playgrounds & Theme Parks] with the main concept of Gamification. You can click here to take a look at our proposal.
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Led the team throughout the entire project (team leader)
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Conducted thorough primary and secondary research on all relevant and necessary information
> To better shape the appeal of our proposed exhibition
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Provided the flow and layout of the entire proposal
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Pitched the main exhibition's flow and programme activity
EXHIBITION LAYOUT + SET-UP
EXHIBITION LAYOUT + SET-UP
2021
2D Exhibition Layout
What I Did:
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Conceptualized and planned for a thorough exhibition flow
> With the theme of 'migrant workers' in Singapore
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Designed and crafted a detailed exhibition layout using the design software: Adobe Photoshop
For the module: Stage and Exhibition Management
Exhibited Photographs & Exhibition Set-Up
What I Did:
Under this exhibition project, my team and I were required to curate and develop on a photo exhibition from scratch. My team then built on an exhibition theme revolving around fashion and its influence on stereotypes existent in our society today. Each of us was then responsible for the set-up of different portions of the exhibition (in the boundaries of our own homes).
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Captured relevant and prominently representative photographs for the exhibition
> Sourced for suitable external models and liaised a photography shoot with them (photoshoot conceptualization & execution)
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Led the entire team in smoothly accomplishing this project
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Brainstormed for the concept and contents of the exhibition
> Layout, Objects/Artefacts, Exhibition Poster
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Crafted 2 visitor participation activities with the team
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Exhibition Planning and Preparation (for the actual set-up)
> Sourced for a printing supplier and ensured that all photographs were printed in good quality and ready
> Prepared all necessary physical materials needed for our exhibition set-ups
What I Learnt:
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Content Curation & Development
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Creative Design Thinking
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Exhibition Planning and Development
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Exhibition Management Skills
> Set-up and Tear-down
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Photography and Artist Management
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Target Audience Engagement and Development
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Printing Production Procedures/Processes
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Time Management
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People and Project Management Skills
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Communication and Teamwork Skills
VOLUNTEER PACKAGE: FAQ + APPLICATION FORM
VOLUNTEER PACKAGE: FAQ + APPLICATION FORM
2020
For the module: Resource Development in Arts Management
What I Did:
As part of an assignment, I was tasked to craft and develop on a volunteer FAQ package (FAQ Sheet + Application Form + Training Plan) to attract potential volunteers for Verve 2020.
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Developed and built on a volunteer training plan for specific volunteer roles and positions
> You can click here to take a look at the volunteer package
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Crafted the volunteer package in a way that it provides potential volunteers with deeper insights and information on what to expect / potential experiences
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Utilized the design software: Adobe Photoshop to design and enhance the visual aesthetics of the volunteer FAQ and form
> A consistent colour palette in line with Verve 2020's colour scheme
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Took into consideration the key and important details for this package
What I Learnt:
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Sharpened design competencies:
> Adobe Photoshop
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How to properly develop a volunteer package
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Importance of an informative and appealing volunteer package for increased volunteerism
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Volunteer Management
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Target Audience Engagement & Development
OH' VERVE DRIVE (OVD) 2020
OH' VERVE DRIVE (OVD) 2020
2020
What I Did:
Oh' Verve Drive is an annual fundraising campaign event held by second year Arts Business Management students from Ngee Ann Polytechnic. For its 10th edition, OVD 2020 is held virtually (instead of a physical one) due to COVID-19. A combination of our entire batch's efforts, OVD 2020 sells a variety of arts and craft items, as well as holds a series of programmes and workshops for the local community.
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Generated ideas for items to be sold to raise funds for Verve 2020 - a virtual community arts festival
> Sourced for products and their respective stocks in preparation for the fundraising campaign
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Was a part of the logistics team
> As a logistics member, I was in charge of handling and taking care of all logistic aspects for my group
> Checked on orders, packed them correctly and mailed them out to recipients
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Designed and crafted 3 pages of material guides using the software: Canva for potential participants for my group's calligraphy workshop
> Brainstormed and planned for a virtual calligraphy workshop for workshop participants
What I Learnt:
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Target Audience Engagement and Development
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Creative Thinking and Ideation
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Event Planning and Management
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Importance of Logistics for any form of event, festival or programme
> Gained deeper insights on logistics management and procedures
SERVICE LEARNING PROJECT: SINGAPORE KINDNESS MOVEMENT
SERVICE LEARNING PROJECT: SINGAPORE KINDNESS MOVEMENT
2020
For the module: Festival Management
What I Did:
As part of an initiative to bring the arts closer to the less fortunate communities, my batchmates and I were tasked to create a series of arts tutorials and activities for upper-primary school children in a children's home.
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Led the entire team to successfully complete this service learning project
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Brainstormed with my group for engaging and fun contents which we could deliver to the children (target audience)
> Decided on the artforms: Dance and Theatre
> Constructed a dance tutorial and a face-mask making tutorial activity
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Was in-charge of teaching and filming the dance choreography
> Segmented the choreography into easily absorbable sizes to ensure effective learning for children
What I Learnt:
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Target Audience Engagement and Development
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Creative Thinking
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Outreach and Engagement
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People and Project Management
> Effective Leadership and Project Delegation
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Deeper Compassion for the less-privileged
> Formed a greater sense of desire to want to impact and give back to the society
PHYSICAL DANCE OUTREACH EXHIBITION
PHYSICAL DANCE OUTREACH EXHIBITION
2019/2020
What I Learnt:
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Creative and Innovative Thinking
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Exhibition and Event Management
> Planning
> Set-Up
> Tear Down
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Importance of Effective Target Audience Engagement
> To successfully attract visitors to our exhibition
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Honing of design skills and competencies
> Adobe Photoshop
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Printing Production Procedures
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Cohesive Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills
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Project and People Management
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Communication Skills
For the modules: Dance in the Performing Arts & Visual Communications
What I Did:
My team and I were tasked to curate a physical exhibition about traditional dance forms.
My team decided on the traditional Indian Dance form: Bharatanatyam, and this exhibition was held on campus outside one of Ngee Ann Polytechnic's food courts.
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Led the team effectively and efficiently
> Delegated all necessary project tasks and facilitated the project completion progress to ensure everyone is productive and on the right track
> One of the only groups to successfully deliver the exhibition
> Impressed members from the National Heritage Board (NHB) and received positive feedback and compliments from them
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Designed 2 A2 sized exhibition posters
> Software Utilized: Adobe Photoshop
> Conceptualized and creatively brainstormed with the team
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Conducted thorough and extensive research on the dance form
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Developed a visitor participation activity to intrigue visitors and evaluate their learning
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Prepared all physical props and materials needed for the exhibition set-up
> Sourced for a reliable printing supplier to print the exhibition poster boards
THEATRE EDUCATIONAL PACKAGE
THEATRE EDUCATIONAL PACKAGE
2019
For the modules: Development in Theatre and Drama & Visual Communications
What I Did:
As part of a project assignment, my team and I were tasked to create a theatre educational package for upper secondary school students about the playwright: Henrik Ibsen.
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Took on the role of the leader for the entire group
> Effectively delegated all necessary tasks and set deadlines and expectations for the group
> Scheduled meetings to consistently keep group's progress in check
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Conducted thorough secondary research for accurate and reliable contents
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Responsible for crafting an activity sheet and designing 2 pages of the educational booklet
> Software Utilized: Adobe Photoshop
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Together with my groupmates, we built a physical learning prototype from scratch
> Links to the information found in the booklet
> Enhances hands-on learning among students
> Encourages effective engagement and learning for its target audience
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Pitched the idea to our classmates and lecturer
What I Learnt:
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Content Curation
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Learning Planning for Youth Audiences
> Importance of effective target audience engagement
> Attractive learning mechanisms
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Resourcefulness
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Presentation and Pitching Skills
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Design Competencies
> Adobe Photoshop
Completed Theatre Educational Booklet
ARTVISTIC: A PROBLEM-SOLVING BUSINESS PROPOSAL
ARTVISTIC: A PROBLEM-SOLVING BUSINESS PROPOSAL
2019
Proposal Cover Page
Group Photo with the Team
For the module: Business Communications
What I Did:
What I Learnt:
My team and I were tasked to craft and develop a professional business proposal, proposing an idea to better increase accessibility of the arts for the less-privileged communities.
As such, my team decided to propose an idea solution to increase accessibility of the visual arts for the visually-impaired community.
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Led the team in accomplishing this project
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Designed the cover page of the proposal to enhance the proposal's key message
> Used the software: Adobe Photoshop
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Reached out to an adult from Dialogue In The Dark
> To conduct a physical interview to gain deeper insights on their community demographic
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Brainstormed for a solution to solve the inaccessible gap between the visually impaired and the arts
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Pitched the problem-solving idea through a presentation
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Target Audience Outreach and Engagement
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Strengths and Importance of Primary Research
> Provides clearer and valuable insights and information that may not be accessible online
> Communication Skills
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Creative and Strategic Thinking
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Problem-Solving Skills
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Leadership and Project Management Skills
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Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills
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Presentation and Pitching Skills
ART FORMS IN LITTLE RED DOT: A SELF-GUIDED TRAIL
ART FORMS IN LITTLE RED DOT: A SELF-GUIDED TRAIL
2019
For the module: Introduction to Creative Arts Management
What I Did:
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Crafted a self-guided walking trail guide for Youths to tour around the arts and culture district in Singapore
> Designed and conceptualized a self-guided tour booklet
(using the software: Canva)
> Guided the youth community through various different art pit-stops to enable learning and educational takeaways upon completion of the tour
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Led the entire team through the processes of this project to ensure maximum quality
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Researched for relevant contents and information
What I Learnt:
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Effective Target Audience Outreach and Engagement
> To ensure the self-guided tour is captivating and engaging for Youth audiences
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Designing Skills
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Research and Execution Skills
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Community Engagement and Development
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First steps into leadership and people-management