Interview
Renee Heath
Made of Lionesses, United States
Renee's work allows her to use her creativity to capture the hearts and minds of people by constantly innovating with experiential and UX design.
1 Please give us a brief bio of yourself and your background.
Business, the arts & charity are the driving forces behind all of my endeavors, as I continuously explores new ways to create the best experiences on the planet. During my undergraduate studies, I was a DJ at WRSU 88.7FM, interned at MTV News & KWOD 106.5FM, and wrote music reviews for The Daily Targum. My Master
2 What made you become/why did you choose to become a digital designer/artist?
To help people connect more. To aid people in sharing their ideas and dreams in different designs and mediums was a natural creative calling.
3 Tell us more about your business/company, job profile, and what you do.
To help people connect more. To aid people in sharing their ideas and dreams in different designs and mediums was a natural creative calling.
4 What’s your favorite kind of digital design and why?
Experiential and UX design are my favorite. Figuring out how to capture the hearts and minds of people while online and also in-person using digital products is a passion. I enjoy the research aspect, getting to interview and learning about people is fascinating, where I use my sociology degree.
5 To you, what makes a “good” design?
I really enjoy innovation, but not for innovation sake, innovation for better aesthetic or to make a product more honest. Innovation allows products to be more useful, longer lasting and eco-friendly.
6 Describe your design style and its main characteristics.
Personally, I
7 Tell us about your design process.
I enjoy redefining the problem upfront to make sure we
8 Where do you draw inspiration from?
I draw my inspiration from nature, other creatives, and my inner feelings.
9 What current trends in digital design (or really anything digital related) are you most excited about?
Socially conscious design and elements of nature.
10 Congratulations! As the winner of the 2020 Vega Awards, what does it mean to you and your company and team to receive this award distinction?
We
11 Can you explain a bit about the winning work you entered into the 2020 Vega Awards, and why you chose to enter this project?
The objective of Living Lyrics was to give a taste of what it
12 What was the biggest challenge with this project?
The beauty of this music video is that it wouldn
13 How has winning an Award developed your practice/career?
Gives you more confidence to attack even bigger and bolder projects going forward!
14 What are your top three (3) favorite things about the digital industry?
It
15 What makes your country specifically, unique in the digital industry?
Silicon Valley tech, New York Creative Agencies, and the diversity of our people.
16 Where do you see the evolution of digital industry going over the next 5-10 years?
Increased protection of people
17 If you were a student entering this industry or an aspiring Vega Award submitter, what advice would you give them?
Connect with as many people as possible, be kind, practice continual learning/personal improvement
18 What resources would you recommend to someone who wants to improve their skills in the digital industry?
Join a digital community or get involved in a network.
19 Tell us something you have never told anyone else.
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20 Who has inspired you in your life and why?
Those who fight for equality in the workplace because it creates an inclusive work environment where people can feel secure and happy. It also allows for diversity of thought, which always generates better design.
21 What is your key to success? Any parting words of wisdom?
Surround yourself with people who see the world as it should be, then hold on and the rest is so simple.
22 Do you have anything else you would like to add to the interview?
Define what success is for you, and no one else.
