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Graphic Recording
Live large-format visual note-taking
Bring a visual practitioner into your next meeting or event to leverage live visual note-taking.
Graphic recording, also known as visual note-taking, is the process of capturing ideas, conversations, and information in real time using a combination of words, images, and visual elements to create a memorable and engaging visual artifact.
Digital Scribing is live visual note-taking using digital tools, adding a level of versatility, accessibility, and ease of distribution helpful for virtual and online events.
What is Graphic Recording?
Graphic recording, also known as visual note-taking, is the process of capturing ideas, conversations, and information in real time using a combination of words, images, and visual elements to create a memorable and engaging visual artifact.
Benefits of Working with a Graphic Recorder:
Summarize presentations, keynotes, and workshops.
Increase engagement by adding visual interest and generating buzz to online and in-person events.
Highlight a synthesis of key points, connections, and themes that emerge during discussions.
Improve group comprehension with visuals to aid in understanding and retaining complex ideas.
Build group memory with a visual anchor and sharable reference artifact.
Amplify the participant experience at events like conferences, meetings, workshops, or brainstorming sessions.
Organize content from blank paper or pre-made templates.
How Does It Work?
Here is what you can expect when you hire a graphic recorder or digital scribe.
Discovery:
We will:
Meet to discuss the event vision, desired outcomes, participant needs, and event considerations to create a custom client proposal.
Receive a proposal and client agreement for your review and authorization so we can begin work on the project.
Preparation:
We will:
Participate in 1-2 planning calls to review agenda, branding needs, potential layouts, important images, ways to make the visual artifact interactive and engaging, and venue logistics.
Delivery:
We will:
Arrive 1 - 1.5 hours before the event starts to set-up a free-standing drawing surface, hang paper, and prepare materials onsite at the venue.
Live in-person graphic recording with a focus on capturing the conversation of the event to engage the participants and create a visual record to enhance group memory.
Project Closeout:
We will:
Post-event digital chart(s) files within 2 business days. The client will retain paper chart(s).
Deliver final invoice payment.
About
Hi, I’m Rachel Thompson.
Rachel Thompson is a life long note-taker and has been taking visual notes since 2013.
She has over fifteen years of professional experience with graphic recording, digital scribing, human-centered design and design thinking, visual facilitation, and teaching workshops.
She is been a part of the leadership team of the NOVAScribes Meetup and was an organizer of the DC Graphic Facilitation Meetup. She is a member of the International Forum of Visual Practitioners (IFVP) and Certified Professional Facilitator (CPF) through the International Association of Facilitators (IAF).
Rachel is available for onsite marker and paper based note-taking, remote digital note-taking, and visual template design. She is based in Cary, North Carolina.
Graphic Recording Portfolio
FAQ
Q: What is the difference between graphic recording and digital scribing?
In the industry, a graphic recorder usually works in-person with markers on paper, and a digital scribe works on a tablet like an iPad. Digital scribes make adding an engaging visual element to virtual events and meetings easier.
Q: What logistics do we need to consider with a venue?
Graphic recording is done by hanging a large-format paper (4’ x 8 “) on a portable, free-standing drawing surface or flat wall and using colorful markers to capture the content.
The visual practitioner will need about 9 feet x 5 feet of floor space to set-up and work with good lighting.
Q: How much will it cost?
It depends on the length, size, and complexity of your event. The minimum graphic recording or digital scribing package might cost $1,500 and includes one planning meeting, 1 hour of live event time, and post-production work.
Q: Will you travel?
Yes, the client will be responsible for travel costs. Rachel is based in the Raleigh/Cary, NC area.
Q: Do you know anyone local to me?
Possibly! Reach out and ask. You might also check out ifvp.org and look for a visual practitioner near you.
Q: What if I have more questions?
Send me an email - hello@daringstudios.com - I’d be delighted to answer any question you might have.
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