
Second Life Gold Solution Provider
Designing Digitally is proud to announce our acceptance into the Second Life Gold Solution Providers program with Linden Lab. Of the more than 250 organizations and companies in Second Life, Designing Digitally has been selected as one of the top 31 to be apart of this program. As a member of the Gold Solution Providers we will be in direct contact with Linden Lab, along side the other development teams, in bringing all users an even better Second Life. This short list of developers will help push the creation and evolution of islands in Second Life to the next level and we are very pleased to be a big part of this exciting virtual community.

Great Work! Thinkbalm publishes business value study.
Congrats to our friends at ThinkBalm! They have published a ground-breaking new research report: “ThinkBalm Immersive Internet Business Value Study, Q2 2009.” Erica & Sam Driver set out to answer the core question:“What is the business value of using immersive technologies for work?” They surveyed 66 highly-qualified Immersive Internet practitioners and conducted 15 in-depth interviews.
Their research report contains their findings and analysis.
To view or download a PDF version of this 36-page report,click here.
Now Hiring: Junior Interactive Media Designer
We would like to announce we have a new position open at our design firm. Please see below:

Job Title: Junior Interactive Media Designer Location: Franklin, OH (between Cincinnati and Dayton) FT/PT: Part-time Job Level: Some Experience Required Working Hours: Approx. 25-30 hours M-F with some flexibility Do you love design? Being challenged? Working on new and exciting projects?Are you looking for a place to not only utilize your current skill set, but to add to that skill set as well? If you enjoy working in a casual, yet professional atmosphere, enjoy being challenged and working in several different mediums, as well as thrive under the pressure of tight deadlines, this may be the job for you! Designing Digitally, Inc. is a small, growing company looking for a talented, goal-oriented self-starter who has the ability to incorporate the best design and technology practices to provide cohesive support of all business divisions which include Graphic Design, Web Design & Development, E-learning, and Virtual World Development. Job Duties May Include (but are not limited to):
· Develop layouts for Websites and Web-based training modules using programs such as Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop
· Edit and manipulate catalog developments using Adobe InDesign
· Create Graphic Design pieces as required (banners, posters, flyers, etc.)
· Develop Content Management Systems using Open-Source Applications such as Drupal
· Create Flash interactivities/animations to support Web-based training modules or interactive activities and games using Adobe Actionscript 2.0 and 3.0
· Quality Control/Quality Assurance over concepts and projects
Qualifications Required:
· Degree in Interactive Design or similar field (recent graduates encouraged to apply)
· Experience in Graphic Design
· Positive/CAN DO attitude with a willingness to pitch in and help whenever necessary
· High attention to detail a must
· Strong time management skills important
· Ability to take a project from start to finish with little supervision
· Strong prioritization and decision-making skills in a tight-deadline environment
· Proven ability to multi-task and work on several projects at once
· Ability to interact with clients both written and verbally in a professional manner
· Strong understanding of the importance of excellent Customer Service
· Willingness to put in extra hours if required to meet a deadline
· Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new tools and techniques extremely important
· Experience in the following: HTML, CSS, FLASH, XML, CS3/CS4
· 3D Modeling experience a plus
· .NET, PHP, MySQL experience a plus
If you think this may be the job for you, we want to hear from you! Send us your resume and portfolio, as well as your availability M-F.
TO APPLY: Send a copy of your resume and portfolio via email to jobs@designingdigitally.com with the subject stating "Junior Interactive Media Designer".
Corporate Identity Development - Logo Design
We mentioned earlier that we were working with a new client, KK Motorcycle Supply. Our first project (aside from the poster we mentioned earlier) was to redesign their logo. They wanted to get back to the logo the company was using many years ago...but with an updated look and feel. They also wanted 3 versions of the logo to be used in several different mediums (as they had many years ago). Below is the final result:

Content Management System Built - Barnert.com
We would like to announce the completion of a Drupal content management website for our client. This site will allow for memberships to the content, newsletter and resources. Each page has the ability to be edited via the administration user interface using a rich text format editor. We also included the ability to track analytics, shopping cart implementation, Google adsense implementation, dynamic drag and drop photo galleries, and private areas for members only. We wish Barnert Global the best with their newly developed CMS website and will be along side them throughout the process of updating the site.

Graphic Design Project - Poster for Old Time Newsies (to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters)
We share so many of our virtual world developments that we sometimes overlook our Graphic Design department. We are working with a new client, KK Motorcycle Supply, and have helped sponsor their 39th Annual Old Time Newsies Race by providing our Graphic Design services on the poster below. All proceeds from the race will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Greater Miami Valley. We are excited to share this event with you all and hope that you come out and help support Big Brothers Big Sisters. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit www.oldtimenewsies.com or call 937-222-1303.

Second Life - University Mascots - Virtual Campus Design
Lately our team has been building virtual campus after virtual campus and focusing on the learning aspect of the space. But sometimes you have to stop and smell the roses. These might not be a specific aspect of the learners engagement, but we love to see the detailed 3D models of the schools' mascots our developers have created. We thought that since these islands are not open to the public to view that we would provide you with snapshots of these mascots just for fun. Check them out!


In Record Time
Designing Digitally has just completed a task almost unheard of in the Second Life community. A fully customized island with 6 buildings AND a 2 minute 30 second machinima video promoting the island, in 2 weeks! The video itself was actually completed in about 6 days. From the development of the storyboard, to the recording of the audio and videos to the final approval of the finished video. Our client had a tight deadline to get this island done for a presentation and our talented team was able to step up to the plate and put in the extra hours each day to get the job done. More info on the completed island will come soon. For now, please enjoy the video:
Contact us today to learn how we can create your island and machinima video!






