FROM STORYBOARD TO APPLICATION This section of the course contains the following: Realizing Your Limits of Expertise Using Graphics Wisely Working the Web "Industry Standard" Products

REALIZE YOUR LIMITS OF EXPERTISE Before actually creating the application, use your storyboard and/or content description form to figure out not only who does what, including what can be accomplished in-house, and what may need to be created via a third party. There is absolutely nothing wrong with creating the entire kiosk in-house! The available tools are not only user-friendly, but surprising results can be achieved even by the non-expert. However, remember to consider your target audience and make the appropriate adjustments when necessary. When creating digital media (graphics, audio and/or video), use industry standard tools. If you use a third party for certain components, be sure that the party{ies} provide you with the "source" for the document. For example, if a third party graphics shop is supplying you with the graphic components, require them to also include the PhotoShop documents (or other such "source"). Similarly, if a 3D video rendering of your logo is generated, require the "source" for this as well. If possible, also request the media to be delivered in "fat" and "skinny" format{s} (graphics: full / reduced color, sound: CD / telephone, video: size / compression variances). USE GRAPHICS WISELY Be familiar with graphic design and color. Understand that a picture is indeed worth a 1000 words. Maintain an consistent interface and reduce "noise". Remember to target your audience. WORK THE WEB Two of the best locations for kiosk related stuff: www.kiosks.org www.infoseek.com A BRIEF LIST OF "INDUSTRY STANDARDS" These are the products and Rocky Mountain Multimedia likes to use: Adobe PhotoShop Adobe Premiere Asymetrix Digital Video Producer Asymetrix Web 3D Macromedia Director Asymetrix Multimedia Toolbook Web Kiosk Commander "Kiosk-in-a-Box" www.musicbakery.com