ECDC Workshop : Sharing the Craft

Design becomes most powerful when it is shared. I recently marked a new milestone in my career by stepping onto the stage as a speaker for the English Conversation & Discussion Club (ECDC) UPN “Veteran” Yogyakarta. Leading the session titled “How to Design Personal Branding with Figma” was not just about teaching tools; it was about empowering fellow students to define and visualize their professional identities.

In this workshop, I moved beyond the basics. I guided participants through the strategic side of design, how to translate abstract personal values into a tangible visual language. We explored the psychology behind font selection, the science of color harmony, and the critical role of hierarchy and contrast. My goal was to show that a "clean and simple" look is actually the result of rigorous design thinking and deliberate choices.

The true reward was the hands-on session. Witnessing the energy of the participants as they transformed blank canvases into structured, ambitious personal brands was incredibly inspiring. I am grateful to ECDC UPNVYK for the trust and to every participant who brought their curiosity. This experience reinforced my belief that design is a language everyone deserves to speak.