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Introduction

In this article, we take a dive into the world of Yasmeen Souffrant ; Design and communication consultant for KemAnd Tech. Yasmeen has in depth knowledge in graphic design, UI/UX, and communications. She has done great work for renowned institutions like Amnesty International, and the Federal Government of Canada. She consults with KemAnd Tech through her company Creative Sekence.   

What do you do at KemAnd Tech? 

I work in partnership with Kemand Tech, which allows both of us to align our actions, in order to offer a wide range of competitive services to our clients. Our skill sets are complementary to each other. 

How did you find yourself in design?

From a young age I have always been surrounded by creativity. I have always had a natural talent for drawing and the creative arts. Design allows me to explore many of my interests. Graphic design can be transposed into things like communication, advertising, public relations, new technologies, arts, and many more. Design allows me to renew myself every day and to constantly innovate and evolve. So I began my graduate studies in graphic design and since then I have continued to develop my skills. 

What are the challenges you face working with KemAnd Tech ?

 The challenges I face at Kemand Tech are : being able to produce quality work while meeting short deadlines. Fortunately, the company shows a lot of flexibility, understanding and adaptation (excellent leadership and support from management). 

What is your take on the future of technology ? 

I strongly believe that technology will take up more space than now. I also believe that to be part of decision-making in the future and to be able to fully understand the challenges that lie ahead, we will all need to show some interest in new technologies, to learn how they work and what will be their impact on the world we see today. 

In your opinion, what makes a good graphics designer ?

I think good graphic designers are the ones who observe and listen a lot. Good graphic designers must, yes, have talent and good creative ideas (being able to simplify information, demonstrate good time management and having knowledge of graphic tools), but must also demonstrate patience, flexibility, curiosity, in addition to knowing how to innovate and explore new horizons.

In your opinion, what is the difference between UI/UX and Graphics design ?  

UX / UI designers most often work with interfaces and the digital space. That is to say that they are sort of “graphic designers” who work mostly with technologies for the web and mobile applications. They must have notions of information architecture, ergonomics, web design (sometimes even web development, therefore notions of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JAVA, PHP, Python), psychology theory and research (when they run user interviews or surveys for example) and interactive design. They use specific tools for the creation of interfaces, prototypes and wireframes such as Figma, Sketch and Adode XD.

Graphic designers on the other hand work with digital technology, but very often with print (although it tends to disappear in certain areas). The product of their work is often more physical, that is to say it can be touched directly with your hands ( business cards, books, brochures, flyers, posters, banners, promotional articles etc.). Graphic design theory and skills are however very useful and present in UX / UI design, such as : color theory, grids, ergonomics, graphic charts and the use of graphics software such as Illustrator, Indesign and Photoshop (which also allow prototypes and wireframes to be produced).

What do you like to do in your spare time ?

I enjoy spending quality time with friends and colleagues and having rich and in-depth discussions on all kinds of topics. I like traveling and visiting museums or art galleries. I also like to draw.

What is the one thing a lot of people do not know about you ? 

Even though I have always been an artist at heart, I first started studying nursing before getting into graphic design studies. I have always cared for other people and their well being, but I ended up discovering that nursing was not my path. I was very young and early in my career decision, so the change was not difficult for me. Thanks to the fact that I had a lot of introspection capacity even at that age, to be able to redirect my path and trust myself.

What is the one piece of advice that has helped you the most since you started working in this industry ?

I would tell anyone who is just starting out to focus on themselves and their personal goals. Do not compare yourself and your work with others. Be aware of new design trends, and explore diverse areas (not just design). Be open to volunteer experiences to build your portfolio, but quickly demand to be paid after a few times. Also, know how to analyze the opportunities available to you and accept those that align with your values and what you believe in. I will also say break the ice. Collaborate with other people and build your network as soon as possible. This could help you to get a job or contracts in the future. Also keep going and trust your intuitions.Visua

]]> Meet Jeremy Andrews https://kemand.com/meet-jeremy-andrews/ Wed, 29 Jan 2020 04:11:13 +0000 https://kemand.com/?p=298 Introduction

In this article, we catch up with the ever busy Jeremy Andrews; Co-founder and lead developer of KemAnd Tech.

What do you do at KemAnd Tech?

I am a co-owner of KemAnd and lead developer. As a 12-year veteran of PHP programming I am always excited to find ways in which we can customize websites and web applications for our clients. I am passionate about bringing the advantages of cloud computing to businesses and organizations of all sizes.

Where do you do see  KemAnd Tech in the future?

Every day at KemAnd Tech we are increasing our experience with web development and cloud computing, and thus increasing the value of our services. Over time I envision our company being a leader in providing the latest cloud-backed technologies to our customers.

What are the challenges KemAnd Tech is currently facing?

I would say our biggest challenge right now is finding new talent to support our growing customer base. For example, we are currently looking for partners who specialize in UX design so we can offer a more complete solution, but it can be challenging to find a partner who shares our forward-looking perfectionist requirements.

What is your take on the future of technology?

I am very optimistic about where technology is going. Tools that were once available only to the enterprise and government sector are now accessible even to small businesses, and this is all made possible by the cloud. I believe this trend will continue, and we will also see brand new technologies which allow companies to maximize the value of their online presence.

In your opinion, what makes a good developer?

A good developer is someone who cares about the underlying program logic and about the business objectives rather than the specific code. For example, at KemAnd we have specialist knowledge of certain technologies, but ultimately our goal is to help your company meet your digital objectives, and we are always prepared to use the best tool for the job. We care about providing the most efficient and appropriate solution for the customer’s situation.

What do you like to do in your spare time?

Much of my spare time is spent keeping up on the latest technology trends by reading the news and listening to podcasts. I like to read books which enhance both my technical and general knowledge. One of my non-tech hobbies is studying transportation networks, because I find in some ways transportation networks can be quite similar to computer networks.

What is the one thing a lot of people do not know about you?

One thing many people don’t know is that I have a dual education background in both computer science and public policy. Public policy is a discipline which includes business, economics, politics, finance, and formal logic. Bringing these two subjects together allow me greater insight into our clients’ objectives, and ultimately allows me to offer holistic solutions.

What is the one piece of advice that has helped you the most since you started working in this industry?

The best advice I heard is that a programmer’s job isn’t writing programs, it’s solving problems. Writing programs is the easy part, the bulk of our time should be spent thinking about the most appropriate, efficient, and elegant solutions to the problems we’re given.

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