Professional Layouts and Graphics by K Sawyer Paul
“Toward directness—language that isn’t evasive or periphrastic. Toward simplicity—in construction and word choice. Toward clarity—a constant lookout for ambiguity. Toward rhythm—where it’s lacking. Toward literalness—as an antidote to obscurity…. Toward silence—leave some.”
Several Short Sentences About Writing by Verlyn Klinkenborg
Featured Projects
JUMP Math
- Created complex technical and decorative art and layout for a vast number of educational resources, enhancing the visual appeal and usability of materials.
- Integrated and created advanced scripts and tools to streamline workflows, saving significant production time and improving consistency.
- Mentored and trained freelance and contract designers, production department, and marketing team members on InDesign, Figma, accessibility, SharePoint, Teams, and more.
- Heavily contributed to digitization, creating thousands of new assets and developing efficient web-based workflows. Continuously expanded skill set by learning new software and tools.
Custom Video Game Controllers
- Created virtual controllers for the Delta app, which allows users to play vintage Nintendo games on iOS devices.
- Designed innovative one-handed controller layouts for many game systems to improve accessibility and comfort for mobile gaming.
- Iteratively tested and refined designs through gameplay, leading to optimized controller layouts tailored for RPGs and minimizing accidental inputs.
- Incorporated user feedback to expand offerings, including developing right-handed versions and adding features like quick-save/load buttons for better usability.
Lakehead Law Journal
- Created layouts of articles in InDesign, ensuring consistency and professional standards with detailed attention to footnotes.
- Updated cover design and typography. Created separate covers for each article.
- Exported PDFs optimized for print and web.
Osgoode Hall Law Journal
- Created visually compelling journal article layouts of over 30 issues since 2014, consistently applying design principles to enhance readability and aesthetic appeal.
- Designed easy-to-understand infographics, tables, and artwork.
- Implemented ePub support to enhance accessibility, ensuring content is inclusive and user-friendly for diverse audiences.
- Maintained brand consistency across all creative assets delivering high-quality results within demanding deadlines.
University of Toronto Faculty of Law Review
- Created visually compelling journal article layouts of over 25 issues since 2008.
- Designed easy-to-understand infographics, tables, and artwork.
- Updated look and feel of articles with multiple style improvements
- Updated cover typography.
- Maintained brand consistency across all creative assets delivering high-quality results within demanding deadlines.
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