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8.8: Key Terms

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    Algorithm: A set of rules or instructions used by computers to perform tasks and solve problems.

    Animation Tools: Software used to create animated content, such as 2D and 3D animations, including Adobe After Effects and Blender.

    Animator/Motion Graphics Designer: A professional who creates animated content and visual effects for movies, video games, advertisements, and online media, using tools like After Effects and Blender.

    Artificial Intelligence (AI): The simulation of human intelligence in machines programmed to think and learn, enabling them to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence.

    Audio Editing Tools: Software applications used to record, edit, and enhance audio content, including Audacity, Adobe Audition, and Logic Pro.

    Augmented Reality (AR): A technology that overlays digital information, such as images, videos, or sounds, onto the real world, enhancing the user’s perception of reality.

    Canva: An online design tool that simplifies graphic design processes, allowing users to create various visual content with templates and easy-to-use features.

    Chatbots: AI-driven software applications that simulate human conversation to provide real-time customer service.

    Cinema 4D: A 3D modeling, animation, motion graphic, and rendering application used for creating 3D graphics and visual effects.

    Content Curation: The process of gathering, organizing, and sharing high-quality content with a target audience.

    DaVinci Resolve: A professional video editing software that offers advanced color correction, visual effects, and audio post-production capabilities.

    Decentralized Platforms: Social media or digital platforms that operate without a central authority, often leveraging blockchain technology to provide greater user control and security.

    Digital Content Creation: The process of creating content for digital platforms, including text, images, videos, and animations.

    Digital Marketing Campaigns: Coordinated marketing efforts that use digital channels to achieve business goals.

    Digital Marketing Specialist: A professional who plans and executes online marketing campaigns to drive traffic, generate leads, and increase sales, using tools like Google Analytics and social media advertising platforms.

    Facebook Live: A feature of Facebook that allows users to broadcast live video content to their followers and interact with viewers in real-time.

    Figma: A web-based UI/UX design tool that enables collaborative design and prototyping in real-time.

    Graphic Designer: A professional who creates visual content for digital and print media, using tools like Photoshop and Illustrator to communicate brand messages effectively.

    Influencer Marketing: Collaborating with social media influencers to promote products and reach target audiences.

    Influencer: A person with a significant following on social media who can influence the opinions and behaviors of their audience.

    Instagram Reels: A feature of Instagram that allows users to create and share short, engaging video clips set to music or other audio.

    Live Streaming: Broadcasting real-time video content over the internet, allowing viewers to watch and interact with the stream live.

    Logic Pro: A digital audio workstation (DAW) and MIDI sequencer software used for music production, sound design, and audio editing.

    Machine Learning (ML): A subset of AI that involves training algorithms to learn from and make predictions or decisions based on data, improving their performance over time.

    Niche Social Media Networks: Specialized social media platforms that cater to specific interests or communities, providing tailored experiences for users with shared passions.

    Predictive Analytics: Using AI to analyze data and make predictions about future trends and behaviors.

    Real-Time Content: Digital content that is delivered and consumed in real-time, providing immediate engagement and interaction.

    SEO (Search Engine Optimization): Techniques used to increase a website's visibility in search engine results.

    Short-Form Video Content: Brief video clips, typically under one minute, designed to capture attention quickly and convey messages succinctly, popularized by platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts.

    Sketch: A digital design tool primarily used for user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design, offering vector editing and prototyping capabilities.

    Social Commerce: The use of social media platforms to facilitate online buying and selling of products and services, integrating e-commerce features directly into social media.

    Social Media Advertising Platforms: Online platforms that allow businesses to create and manage ads on social media networks, such as Facebook Ads, Instagram Ads, and Twitter Ads.

    Social Media Engagement: The level of interaction and participation a brand receives from its audience on social media platforms.

    Social Media Manager: A professional responsible for developing and executing social media strategies to engage audiences and promote brands, creating and curating content, analyzing performance metrics, and interacting with followers.

    Social Media Metrics: Data points used to measure the effectiveness of social media strategies, such as engagement rates and follower growth.

    Technological Innovations: New or improved technologies that drive advancements in various fields, leading to more efficient, effective, or novel solutions.

    TikTok: A social media platform known for its short-form video content, allowing users to create and share 15-second to one-minute videos.

    Twitch: A live streaming platform primarily used for video game streaming, as well as other forms of live entertainment.

    UX/UI Designer: A professional who focuses on creating user-friendly and visually appealing interfaces for websites, mobile apps, and software, using tools like Adobe XD and Figma.

    Video Producer/Editor: A professional responsible for creating, editing, and producing video content for various platforms, using tools like Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro.

    Virtual Reality (VR): An immersive technology that creates a completely virtual environment, often experienced through VR headsets, enabling users to interact with digital surroundings as if they were real.

    YouTube Live: A feature of YouTube that allows users to broadcast live video content to their audience in real-time.

    YouTube Shorts: A short-form video service by YouTube for creating and sharing 15-second to one-minute videos.

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    The final material was curated, edited, authored, and arranged through human creativity, originality, and subject expertise of Gabrielle Brixey, MBA MAC and is therefore under the CC BY NC SA license when applicable.


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