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Turning illustrations into impact with Laura Evans-Hill (Episode 69)
Episode 69

Turning illustrations into impact with Laura Evans-Hill (Episode 69)

Research Adjacent · Sarah McLusky

May 20, 202541m 24s

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Show Notes

Laura Evans-Hill, Visual Storyteller (Episode 69)

Sarah's guest for this episode is Laura Evans-Hill. Laura is a visual storyteller and director of research communications agency Nifty-Fox Creative.

Sarah and Laura talk about

  1. Why combining visuals and storytelling can be such a powerful communication tool
  2. How she works with researchers to turn illustrations into impact
  3. Her journey from accidental freelancer to agency director
  4. What AI might mean for the future of research communication

Find out more

  1. Read the show notes and transcript on the podcast website
  2. Connect to Laura on LinkedIn
  3. Find out more about Nifty Fox Creative on their website, LinkedIn or BlueSky
  4. Check out the More Than Medals online exhibition

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