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Steel City Arts Foundation: A Home for Aspiring Comedians
Steel City Arts Foundation (SCAF) is a nonprofit organization based in Pittsburgh, dedicated to helping aspiring comedians refine their craft and build their careers.
client name:
Steve Hoffstetter
TIMELINES:
1-2 months
location:
Pittsburgh, PA
About The Project
SCAF provides a supportive environment where comedians can learn, grow, and connect with their peers. My role in this project was to design and develop a dynamic, user-friendly website that not only highlights SCAF’s mission but also serves as a hub for applications, donations, and engagement.
Problems
The Steel City Arts Foundation needed a professional, functional website to communicate its mission, support aspiring comedians, and streamline key operations. Without a modern online presence, the organization struggled to offer an easy way for participants to apply for residencies, donors to support its mission, and visitors to stay connected to its events and programs.
Challanges
- Clear Communication of Mission: The website needed to effectively articulate the foundation’s purpose and impact on aspiring comedians.
- Donation System: SCAF required a seamless way for supporters to make online donations directly through the site.
- Residency Applications: The site needed a dedicated system for comedians to apply for residency programs with SCAF.
- Engaging Design: The website had to feature a modern, user-friendly design to connect with its diverse audience, including comedians, supporters, and donors.
Our Solutions
- Clear and Engaging Messaging: I developed concise, impactful content to showcase SCAF’s mission, vision, and the value it provides to aspiring comedians.
- Donation System Integration: A user-friendly donation platform was incorporated, making it easy for supporters to contribute to SCAF’s initiatives directly through the site.
- Residency Application System: I created a straightforward application process for comedians to apply for residencies, ensuring that the platform was intuitive and easy to use.
- Modern Design and Functionality: I designed a clean, responsive website with intuitive navigation, ensuring a smooth experience for all users across devices.
Impact & Deliverables
- Custom Website Design and Build:
- A responsive, user-friendly website tailored to SCAF’s mission, complete with modern visuals and intuitive navigation.
- Clear pathways to key features, including donations, event sign-ups, and residency applications.
- Donation Integration: A streamlined system for supporters to donate directly on the site, ensuring a secure and simple process.
- Residency Application System: A dedicated section for aspiring comedians to apply for residencies, complete with an easy-to-use form and submission system.
- Event and Program Pages: Sections to showcase upcoming workshops, events, and programs with clear sign-up options.
MOve UP to the NExt Level
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Project Results
The Steel City Arts Foundation’s new website provided a professional and functional hub for aspiring comedians, donors, and supporters. The integrated donation system simplified contributions, helping SCAF fund its mission more effectively. The residency application feature made it easier for comedians to access opportunities, while the site’s engaging design improved user experience and strengthened the foundation’s ability to connect with its audience. This new platform equipped SCAF with the tools needed to amplify its mission and support the next generation of comedic talent.
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Customer FEEDBACK
"modern, more functional, and overall easier to use"
Dylan did a great job revamping our website. It’s now more modern, more functional, and overall easier to use. Thanks to Dylan’s work, our website has become an essential tool for engaging our community and supporting the next generation of comedic talent.
Steve Hofstetter
Founder
