Empathize
You will explore diverse San Diego communities by engaging in interviews and field research, collecting narratives and insights on cultural significance from local business owners and community members.
Days 1 - 3
Meet Local Voices (60 min)
Launch 60m
Meet Local Voices
Launch 90m
Meet Local Voices
Launch 60m
Meet Local Voices on Culture
Launch 90m
Compile User Insights
Deliverable 120m
Capture User Research
Deliverable 90m
Document User Insights
Deliverable 180m
Define
You will synthesize your research findings into a clear and actionable problem statement that reflects the cultural significance of San Diego spots and their potential to foster community appreciation and support for local businesses.
Days 4 - 6
Synthesize Field Observations into Problem
Knowledge/Skill Building 45m
Define Local Cultural Problem
Deliverable 90m
Define Community Problem
Deliverable 90m
Local Culture Problem Map
Deliverable 60m
POV and HMW Drafts
Deliverable 60m
Ideate
You will brainstorm diverse video concept ideas rooted in San Diego's local businesses and cultural significance, collaborating with peers to refine and select the most compelling proposals.
Days 7 - 10
Draft Interview Questions for Local Businesses
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
Develop Concept Boards for San Diego Culture Videos
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
Concept Storm and Feasibility
Deliverable 60m
San Diego Concept Brainstorm
Deliverable 90m
Local Concept Brainstorm
Deliverable 60m
Prototype
You will create a draft version of your video for each featured spot in San Diego, apply rounds of edits based on feedback from peers and educators, and refine your storytelling and technical skills to develop engaging and culturally rich prototypes ready for testing and presentation.
Days 11 - 15
Draft Video Assembly with Interviews
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
Revision Cycle for Narrative, Pace, Visuals
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
Video Prototype Iterations
Deliverable 90m
Prototype Iteration Logs
Deliverable 60m
Apply Feedback to Video Drafts
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
User Feedback Documentation
Deliverable 90m
User Testing Protocol
Deliverable 60m
Test/Present
You will present your completed videos to community partners and stakeholders, gather feedback on your work, and reflect on the impact your project has had on promoting cultural understanding and supporting local businesses.
Days 16 - 20
Interview Question Design for Cultural Stories
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
Mock Interview Practice & Peer Feedback
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
Interview Field with Owners
Launch 60m
Storyboard Narrative Draft
Deliverable 75m
Rough Edit Test Run
Deliverable 90m
Refine Edits & Plan Premiere
Deliverable 90m
Community Video Premiere
Assessment