Buffer Chat : Design Tips for Non-Designers

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Introduction

Today’s #bufferchat topic is "design tips for non-designers"! The 2nd chat (of 2) of the week starts at 9 am PST 🙌 Hope you can join in! pic.twitter.com/l9apJyAcpZ
— Buffer (@buffer) January 25, 2017

We'll be hosting a live #bufferchat pre-show hangout on Periscope 10 minutes before #bufferchat if you'd like to join! (at 8:50 am PT)
— Buffer (@buffer) January 25, 2017

#Bufferchat pre-show hangout talking about today's topic: "Design Tips for Non-Designers"! https://t.co/SEB2AWe45c
— Buffer (@buffer) January 25, 2017

We’d love to introduce you to Kareya from @YellingMule, our guest for today’s #bufferchat about design tips! pic.twitter.com/j3xhdm2ghb
— Buffer (@buffer) January 25, 2017

Let’s kick off #bufferchat with an icebreaker! If you’d like, share where you’re tweeting from & your experience level with design :) pic.twitter.com/6lN6cQVWEn
— Buffer (@buffer) January 25, 2017

#bufferchat ask: up for including “A1, A2…” in your answer tweets? We’d love to include your insights in our recap blog post! pic.twitter.com/i9uI13S1z0
— Buffer (@buffer) January 25, 2017

Hey everyone! It's Ashley at Shred Nations tweeting today for #bufferchat! pic.twitter.com/N1jquTgh6H
— Shred Nations (@shred_nations) January 25, 2017

Hi everyone. Looking forward to some #bufferchat today! 🙋
— Amy Duthie (@Amylduthie) January 25, 2017

Good to see #bufferchat at the normal time of noon, one day I will try the midnight chat for fun pic.twitter.com/GBAuDceKE2
— Tony Stephan (@OmnipoTony) January 25, 2017

I'm so excited to be here today for #Bufferchat! - Kareya pic.twitter.com/eOhPNTOdLj
— Yelling Mule (@YellingMule) January 25, 2017

Hello, #bufferchat-ters! 😋
— @AndreaTorti90 (@andreatorti90) January 25, 2017

For the next hour we're going to be supporting our friends at @YellingMule as they host #bufferchat! Join us, won't you? https://t.co/asZHZAGPu2
— Adobe Voice (@adobevoice) January 25, 2017

So excited for today's #bufferchat. Good morning/afternoon everyone! pic.twitter.com/rsh7qIUDWN
— Sheffie Robinson (@SheffieCochran) January 25, 2017

Hello #BufferChat!
— WixLounge (@WixLounge) January 25, 2017

@buffer @YellingMule I've read through #bufferchat tweets afterward, but have never participated live before. Ready to get my learning on.
— Danny Groner (@DannyGroner) January 25, 2017

I'll be tweeting during today's #bufferchat over @RivalIQ. Follow along for all the fun. pic.twitter.com/ujhs3BH57K
— Cassandra Schwartz ⭐ (@MWestMillennial) January 25, 2017

Hello #BufferChat! Ready to talk design hacks for non-designers! pic.twitter.com/wcMfbB0h6j
— Lynn Stinson (@Lynnstin) January 25, 2017

@buffer @YellingMule Hi everyone! Looking forward to this chat - great topic! #bufferchat
— chelsey (@chelsey_puza) January 25, 2017

Hello there #bufferchat peeps! I'm mobile today (this should be fun 😄) , tweeting, greeting from Ljubljana, stoked 2C @YellingMule guesting
— Zala Bricelj (@ZalkaB) January 25, 2017

@YellingMule Good afternoon! Great weather in MA today #bufferchat
— Toby Metcalf (@Toby_Metcalf) January 25, 2017

Not my first #bufferchat but it's been a loooong while :)
— Eve Koivula tiski.fi (@evekoivulan) January 25, 2017

Hi everyone @buffer @YellingMule #bufferchat
— David Pepper (@thedavepepper) January 25, 2017

Hi everybody! #bufferchat
— Carmen Mayoral (@CarmenMayFon) January 25, 2017

Woohoo! Excited to make it to #bufferchat today! pic.twitter.com/LL5a1BVk9i
— Laura Bauman (@laura_bauman) January 25, 2017

@buffer @YellingMule Hello hello! I've participated before although it's been a while 🙈 #bufferchat
— Romikid (@romikid) January 25, 2017

Happy Wednesday #bufferchat friends, special shoutout to @buffer Arielle & Bonnie this morning! Gonna go reload my ☕️ first, though.
— Randy Thio (@ideabloke) January 25, 2017

@buffer Hello Fam Jp Here From Bolivia! I got my bachelors in Graphic design so im quite well versed on it #bufferchat
— J. Pablo H3 (@HinoIII) January 25, 2017

Back to #bufferchat after so long! pic.twitter.com/nGia0Ot3iN
— Vijay Srinivas (@vi_jays) January 25, 2017

@buffer @YellingMule Hi guys 👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻#bufferchat
— Jessica Di Paolo (@JessDiPaolo) January 25, 2017

@buffer Central Florida and a hearty level 0 :D #bufferchat
— Kody Atkinson (@KodyAtk) January 25, 2017

We're here @buffer. This is our first #bufferchat. Great topic BTW
— Name Spark (@NameSparkCo) January 25, 2017

@buffer Ola from Mumbai and a connoisseur of #gooddesign #bufferchat
— Mehul 🙂 (@mehulgohil) January 25, 2017

Despite having Da Vinci and Michelangelo as fellow nationals, my #design skills are... modest 🎨#bufferchat
— @AndreaTorti90 (@andreatorti90) January 25, 2017

Good day everyone - tweeting from @PTC in Needham MA - I am a novice designer #bufferchat
— Toby Metcalf (@Toby_Metcalf) January 25, 2017

Joining in #bufferchat from Charleston, SC. Content Creator at TMC, 1 year of professional design under my belt! -TE
— TheModernConnection (@TMCSocialMedia) January 25, 2017

@buffer In Montreal, and my xp level with design is that I work with a bunch of designers and SORTA know how to use Photoshop. 😜 #bufferchat
— Lauchlin MacDonald (@Lauchlin) January 25, 2017

@buffer Tweeting from sunny Washington, D.C.! I'm definitely familiar with Pablo, Canva, and Spark! Learning Photoshop. #BufferChat
— Lynn Stinson (@Lynnstin) January 25, 2017

Hey #bufferchat tweeting from D.C. again! Excited to be here.
— Indigo Evolution (@indigoevstudio) January 25, 2017

Enjoying #bufferchat from the frozen wastelands of Billings, Montana! #bufferchat https://t.co/QfD80HGn1j
— Wired Local (@wiredlocal406) January 25, 2017

@buffer currently on fun @AmtrakNEC ride to NYC. So much better than flying or driving. #bufferchat pic.twitter.com/7h10hdglmP
— Charles McCool (@CharlesMcCool) January 25, 2017

Super excited to be joining today's #bufferchat! pic.twitter.com/j6NJaWJBpt
— Adobe Spark (@AdobeSpark) January 25, 2017

Also a big shout out to @YellingMule for being featured in this weeks's #bufferchat they are great, looking forward to their answers
— J. Pablo H3 (@HinoIII) January 25, 2017

.@buffer Tweeting from Murfreesboro, TN. I've worked at an agency as a #content manager w/ talented #designers. So, beginner :) #bufferchat
— Anne Mercer (@Anne_E_Mercer) January 25, 2017

Tweeting from the Chi burbs! My experience with design includes 2 classes in college and alllllmost picking up a vis.arts minor. #bufferchat
— Lauren Blake (@_lblake) January 25, 2017

Jess here from @WeAreBerman ready to #bufferchat! pic.twitter.com/0ktXQjEDTr
— Jess O'Brien (@JessOB1kenobi) January 25, 2017

#bufferchat I'm at the @FenceTalkDigi offices in Dubuque, IA today! I have beginner 👉 intermediate experience in graphic design & social GD!
— Laura Bauman (@laura_bauman) January 25, 2017

@buffer Anchorage, Alaska ❄. I have very little experience with design #BufferChat
— Raul Rovira (@RaulARovira) January 25, 2017

First time at #bufferchat in awhile (and first time from my personal handle—used to tweet for @adenastudios) pic.twitter.com/yp21jQrbUr
— Griffin Kelton (@griffinkelton) January 25, 2017

Tweeting from #downtownatlanta #HurtBuilding today. I've done graphic design for 8 years but there is always something new. #bufferchat
— Sheffie Robinson (@SheffieCochran) January 25, 2017

Sunny springtime in DC today! @Lynnstin @buffer #bufferchat
— David Pepper (@thedavepepper) January 25, 2017

Tweeting from Madrid, Spain. Marketeer, although real y interested in Design. #bufferchat
— Carmen Mayoral (@CarmenMayFon) January 25, 2017

Tweeting from NYC and my design level is minimal #bufferchat pic.twitter.com/jgZQUz7zXr
— Tony Stephan (@OmnipoTony) January 25, 2017

@buffer Hullo fm Canada 🇨🇦 and not much, I make it up as I go @YellingMule #bufferchat #LetsTalk pic.twitter.com/ys8owHYmIW
— SirLeprechaunRabbit® (@leprchaunrabbit) January 25, 2017

Tweeting from Hawaii. #InMyDreams #bufferchat pic.twitter.com/CuLVUiL6c7
— Lori Anding (@southbaysome) January 25, 2017

Hi friends!

Gaby.
Checking in from Boston!#bufferchat pic.twitter.com/PcB4mLx32Z
— Gabriela Cardoza (@CardozaGab) January 25, 2017

Hey hey #bufferchat! Stoked to be here in support of @YellingMule! pic.twitter.com/f5LjoJru4v
— Angelica Mata (@matageli) January 25, 2017

@buffer #bufferchat Ariel from Silver Spring, MD here, enjoying some unseasonably warm weather. I’ve used Canva and played with photoshop
— Ariel Brandt Lautman (@BrandtLautman) January 25, 2017

@buffer @YellingMule 🙋🏼first timer right here! Excited to be here! #bufferchat
— Emily Baago (@EBcreativity) January 25, 2017

Hey, #bufferchat! Rachel here from Express Writers. How are you all today?
— Express Writers (@ExpWriters) January 25, 2017

I suggest you join #BufferChat today! Knowledge is always being served!
— WixLounge (@WixLounge) January 25, 2017

@buffer From Washington, DC and novice design skills here! #bufferchat
— hswo (@hswo) January 25, 2017

@buffer I am in Santiago, Chile. Only experience is working at a design tool app as a non-designer. LOL! Excited for tips :) #bufferchat
— Jacqueline (@JackieMJensen) January 25, 2017

Hey #bufferchat! Tweeting from Orlando where it's a cold 70 degrees ;-) My design level experience is Pablo, Canva, & little Photoshop https://t.co/1NetE2LG9J
— The Joe Show (@JoeShowOnAir) January 25, 2017

@buffer tweeting from Central Pennsylvania, Lancaster, PA to be exact. We're excited because the sun is actually out today. #bufferchat
— Name Spark (@NameSparkCo) January 25, 2017

Tweeting from Waltham, MA. Self-taught designer with lots of YouTube hacking under my belt #design #bufferchat
— chelsey (@chelsey_puza) January 25, 2017

Hi! Tweeting from West Palm Beach, Florida today little or no level of design #bufferchat https://t.co/VMbPBL6u8W
— Josephine Borrillo (@70mq) January 25, 2017

¡Hola! #bufferchat https://t.co/DvmitelmQ6
— Lori Anding (@southbaysome) January 25, 2017

Excited for my first #bufferchat! Tweeting from Mesa, AZ & self-taught in Illustrator and Photoshop
— Celeste Suarez (@CelesteSrz) January 25, 2017

@buffer I sit in #empirestatebuilding in heart of NYC.

My experience level with design is minimal, but has improved of late. #bufferchat
— Danny Groner (@DannyGroner) January 25, 2017

Hello Danielle here in #MTL! My level of design is subjective. #Bufferchat pic.twitter.com/COPFYyL0TI
— Danielle Siarri (@innonurse) January 25, 2017

Joining #bufferchat front he (currently) sunny NorCal ☀️
— Tina Shakour (@tinashakour) January 25, 2017

Real excited to see a fellow chatter hosting #bufferchat today! Hey @YellingMule!!
— Laura Bauman (@laura_bauman) January 25, 2017

@buffer Tweeting from adQ HQ in sunny Costa Mesa, California. Proficient level of design #bufferchat
— adQuadrant (@adQuadrant) January 25, 2017

@YellingMule is an awesomely creative agency located out of #Boston, but today, I'm live-tweeting from Dallas, Texas! - Kareya #Bufferchat pic.twitter.com/AB8Wyr1B9p
— Yelling Mule (@YellingMule) January 25, 2017

At my office in downtown Raleigh. I know how to use Adobe CC and understand design theory, but am by no means a designer! #bufferchat 👨🏼‍🎨 https://t.co/JcGEo9SqfS
— Griffin Kelton (@griffinkelton) January 25, 2017

I'm in Charlotte, NC and unashamed that I have little to know design experience #bufferchat https://t.co/YlLeSZ91sN
— Tom Weekes (@TomVWeekes) January 25, 2017

Hello! Here from Seattle, and we've got a team that includes novice to expert designers. #bufferchat pic.twitter.com/eMw8Ay8OwZ
— Rival IQ (@RivalIQ) January 25, 2017

.@buffer Greetings from Boise! I have a lot of exp. working with pro graphic designers but haven't done too much on my own #bufferchat
— Gail Marie Cole (@GailMarieCole) January 25, 2017

Participating #bufferchat from India :) first of its kind!
— Sanjeev NC (@yenceesanjeev) January 25, 2017

Excited to join #bufferchat again for the first time in a while and to support Kareya from @YellingMule ! 🙌🏻
— Stephanie Yoon (@steph_yoon) January 25, 2017

Oops!

Forgot experience level: Medium?

Use photoshop & have masters in visual media. :) #bufferchat
— Gabriela Cardoza (@CardozaGab) January 25, 2017

I'm hungry for the insightful knowledge on how to grow my brand #feedme #bufferchat pic.twitter.com/kLBTVN2GVS
— Pauls Rods & Restos (@PaulsRodsRestos) January 25, 2017

Ljubljana, Slovenia 🇸🇮 Tbh, design aficionado, with help of tech I can do some pretty amazing stuff. And enjoy what others do 🙌 #bufferchat https://t.co/6rZBZ6xgh5
— Zala Bricelj (@ZalkaB) January 25, 2017

@CelesteSrz Welcome! Love the #bufferchat community. Highly suggest participating whenever you can!
— Angelica Mata (@matageli) January 25, 2017

Excited to join #bufferchat again for the first time in a while and to support Kareya from YellingMule !
— WIN IPHONE 7 PLUS! (@giveawayfazo) January 25, 2017

@buffer Tweeting from icy cold and miserable Liverpool, UK. Photoshop and Canva (if that counts) #Bufferchat
— Alcione D'Jalo (@A_Djalo) January 25, 2017

Mornin'! Tweeting from Cardiff, Ca. Finally some sun after all the rain! #bufferchat
— Lars Helgeson (@larshelgeson) January 25, 2017

It's time for #BufferChat! First one in a while due to travels/workload but let's make it regular now? Hello from London!
— Reema ⭐ (@aumsome) January 25, 2017

I'm in Finland and done some type of design since mid 90's#bufferchat
— Eve Koivula tiski.fi (@evekoivulan) January 25, 2017

Tweeting from London. My experience is mostly canva and spark. Always looking to learn new tips! @buffer #bufferchat pic.twitter.com/Y5npDqVWlX
— Amy Duthie (@Amylduthie) January 25, 2017

Hello all! I'm Vijay from India. Digital marketer at 3Ding. As far as design, you tell me. This is my latest design #bufferchat pic.twitter.com/iuf8RIsoaL
— Vijay Srinivas (@vi_jays) January 25, 2017

Hello Twitting from ☀ Connecticut! Design often by default - definately could use help in this area. #bufferchat https://t.co/Q4nvvcfjCO
— Debi Norton (@BRAVOMedia1) January 25, 2017

@YellingMule Especially for business - you need to make sure you choose colors carefully to keep branding consistent. #bufferchat
— Indigo Evolution (@indigoevstudio) January 25, 2017

Peeked today's topic and cried a little in my head cause I have to miss it #bufferchat pic.twitter.com/AsvR5c2PQO
— Natalia Saavedra (@natis1604) January 25, 2017

Tweeting from Boston. I am not a designer, but am a video editor and create animations in After Effects. So, relevant I guess. #bufferchat pic.twitter.com/sZ5JGRTd9D
— Jess O'Brien (@JessOB1kenobi) January 25, 2017

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Q1: What are the key elements of great design?

Q1: What are the key elements of great design? #bufferchat pic.twitter.com/0a85yIfiqU
— Buffer (@buffer) January 25, 2017

A1: The ultimate 🔑 to great design is simplicity. Take it from Leonardo da Vinci, "Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication." #Bufferchat pic.twitter.com/BA9CYQeeBQ
— Yelling Mule (@YellingMule) January 25, 2017

A1: Balance is my top design element! #bufferchat
— Lynn Stinson (@Lynnstin) January 25, 2017

A1: Clear lines, bright colours, and balanced shapes, I think 😊#bufferchat
— @AndreaTorti90 (@andreatorti90) January 25, 2017

A1: #bufferchat pic.twitter.com/iyqLXcHMFh
— Indigo Evolution (@indigoevstudio) January 25, 2017

A1. Great design also makes great use of color and typography. #bufferchat
— Lynn Stinson (@Lynnstin) January 25, 2017

@buffer A1: Comprehension, value & purpose. If it’s easy to understand, delivers value & fulfils the brief - it’s a great design #bufferchat pic.twitter.com/qdIogWuiSx
— FirstFound (@firstfound) January 25, 2017

@buffer A1: High-quality images 😁 #bufferchat
— Jessica Di Paolo (@JessDiPaolo) January 25, 2017

A1. Today, the simpiler the better. Too many elements confuses the eye. #bufferchat @buffer pic.twitter.com/xnrKT7bFfE
— Shred Nations (@shred_nations) January 25, 2017

A1: Design brings attention to message, not distraction. #bufferchat
— Mr Kampmann 👨🏻‍💻 (@mrkampmann) January 25, 2017

A1: understanding the purpose of what you're designing. #bufferchat https://t.co/3l3LKVmA8K
— Tom Weekes (@TomVWeekes) January 25, 2017

@buffer 1: Aesthetics, function & simplicity. Great design always has great foresight. 😉#bufferchat
— Mehul 🙂 (@mehulgohil) January 25, 2017

A1. Most importantly, design should be in alignment with your message. #bufferchat
— Lynn Stinson (@Lynnstin) January 25, 2017

Most important element for SM is eye catching. You've got a fraction of a second to capture attn. Make it count #bufferchat
— Matt LaCasse (@MattLaCasse) January 25, 2017

Great design is achieved when it both solves a problem and is beautiful. It's also never should look "over-designed." #bufferchat https://t.co/QRVqBajLi6
— Griffin Kelton (@griffinkelton) January 25, 2017

A1: Great design should help to visually map out the brand experience. #bufferchat
— Randy Thio (@ideabloke) January 25, 2017

A1: Flow. You want the eye to be drawn naturally to your key elements and you want the elements to fit together organically. #bufferchat
— Sheffie Robinson (@SheffieCochran) January 25, 2017

Q1. Alignment, hierarchy, contrast, repetition, proximity, balance, color & space all make a difference. #bufferchat pic.twitter.com/XrOECgUjAZ
— Adobe Spark (@AdobeSpark) January 25, 2017

@buffer A great design should be easy to consume and still continue to be great #bufferchat
— Sanjeev NC (@yenceesanjeev) January 25, 2017

A1 I would say simplicity and make sure it speaks to your brand. #bufferchat
— Tony Stephan (@OmnipoTony) January 25, 2017

A1: Good use of color, typography, and space #bufferchat
— Indigo Evolution (@indigoevstudio) January 25, 2017

A1: Spacing, color palette & font choice - to name a few! Depends on the project/purpose #bufferchat
— chelsey (@chelsey_puza) January 25, 2017

A1: Key elements of design include layout, shape of elements, spacing, balance, proportion, color, typography & PASSION #bufferchat
— Bharat (@bharatpc) January 25, 2017

A1: Great design draws you in and has elements that you understand but aren't there. ✨Magical✨💡 #bufferchat
— Lori Anding (@southbaysome) January 25, 2017

A1: The key element of a design is to invoke the ideal emotion for your story. #bufferchat pic.twitter.com/DP2RVVr5RK
— Danielle Siarri (@innonurse) January 25, 2017

A1: unless it's art- it has to be easy. Photos/infographics/web layouts should all be as simple as possible for the viewer #bufferchat
— Lauren Blake (@_lblake) January 25, 2017

A1 #bufferchat: being able to portray a message with graphics, colors, spacing, and little to no text.
— Laura Bauman (@laura_bauman) January 25, 2017

A1: Design does it's job when it leads to an action the designer wants the audience to take. Pretty + no action = fail #bufferchat @buffer
— Jacqueline (@JackieMJensen) January 25, 2017

@buffer A1: Offers value and tells a story are key #bufferchat
— adQuadrant (@adQuadrant) January 25, 2017

@buffer A1: Easy to read. Value. Minimal text with all the necessary information #bufferchat
— Alcione D'Jalo (@A_Djalo) January 25, 2017

A1: Simplicity, Color Theory & Balance. #BufferChat https://t.co/KR7UF65GSY
— WixLounge (@WixLounge) January 25, 2017

@buffer A1: Great #design easily communicates a message to and resonates w/ the intended audience. #bufferchat
— Anne Mercer (@Anne_E_Mercer) January 25, 2017

A1. The key messages should come across quickly. Simple but effective. Easy to read text, not too distracting. #bufferchat
— Reema ⭐ (@aumsome) January 25, 2017

#bufferchat A1: It has to stand out, there has to be something that grabs your attention. I think color schemes are one of these elements https://t.co/ZfGdIAuBbN
— The Joe Show (@JoeShowOnAir) January 25, 2017

A1: Mobile Friendly Design #Bufferchat
— Avista PR (@AvistaPR) January 25, 2017

A1: Yes. Again, you don't have tons of time to grab attention. MUST get to the point quickly. #bufferchat https://t.co/zobZaXkooq
— Matt LaCasse (@MattLaCasse) January 25, 2017

A1 simplicity = elegance #bufferchat
— David Pepper (@thedavepepper) January 25, 2017

@buffer Simplicity, sharability, and constant language with all other publications. K.I.S.S. Rule 🙄 #Bufferchat #BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/9dr7OsMvJs
— Forrester Hinds (@ForresterHinds) January 25, 2017

A1: Authentic purpose, consistency, intent. #bufferchat
— hswo (@hswo) January 25, 2017

A1: Here for the expertise so I'm soaking this in! <3 #bufferchat
— Steve X. Miller (@STEVMLR) January 25, 2017

@buffer A1. The needs of the intended audiences are always prioritized #bufferchat
— Gail Marie Cole (@GailMarieCole) January 25, 2017

A1) Key elements of great #design : adept skills and aesthetic sense of the creator, flexibility design tool offers & content. #bufferchat
— Aamina Suleman (@thinkdesignvis) January 25, 2017

@buffer A1: Originality. Personalization. But also consideration of cross-platform, global audience. Never know who will find u. #bufferchat
— Danny Groner (@DannyGroner) January 25, 2017

A1: The best designs get the necessary info clearly across and in an aesthetically pleasing way. #bufferchat
— Stephanie Yoon (@steph_yoon) January 25, 2017

a1 Clear, Concise Design Elements that Truly Represent the Brand. #bufferchat https://t.co/r7sX32ospB
— Debi Norton (@BRAVOMedia1) January 25, 2017

A1 Ensure you design works across multiple platforms: mobile, tablet, desktop - great user experience #bufferchat
— Toby Metcalf (@Toby_Metcalf) January 25, 2017

A1: Empathetic view of design - ask the customer what design would help you better understand what we do #bufferchat
— Name Spark (@NameSparkCo) January 25, 2017

A1: A) Simplicity is a key element of great design 👌use clean lines & nothing too cluttered/distracting! #bufferchat
— Kelly Lovell (@kellyalovell) January 25, 2017

A1: Being clear with your message. Design should get the message across quickly and easily otherwise it's just "pretty" #bufferchat
— Celeste Suarez (@CelesteSrz) January 25, 2017

@buffer A1 : Right fonts & color #bufferchat
— Kuzhali Nandagopal (@Kuzhali2307) January 25, 2017

Q1. We've got some tips on the 8 basic principles of design to help you create awesome graphics! https://t.co/5nxXB8YuiW #bufferchat pic.twitter.com/OPcgJlszs1
— Adobe Spark (@AdobeSpark) January 25, 2017

A1: Color, space, alignment, simple, eye-catching. It also depends on who and what you are designing for! -TE #bufferchat
— TheModernConnection (@TMCSocialMedia) January 25, 2017

A1: I believe key elements of great design is simplicity and creativity...being different than others is important! #bufferchat
— Emily Baago (@EBcreativity) January 25, 2017

A1: Size, texture, and value play an important role in good design #bufferchat
— Indigo Evolution (@indigoevstudio) January 25, 2017

Our favorites are here too! @AdobeSpark brings up the best summarization of importantly critical design elements. #Bufferchat
— Yelling Mule (@YellingMule) January 25, 2017

A1. Uncluttered, minimalism, clean with good font #bufferchat
— Vijay Srinivas (@vi_jays) January 25, 2017

Q1. Fonts have a personality & they send a message of their own! Learn more here from @NicteCreativDSN! https://t.co/5qshq8XaLT #bufferchat pic.twitter.com/vLm7TbB75Z
— Adobe Spark (@AdobeSpark) January 25, 2017

@buffer A1: Simplicity is key. Design should connect with the audience immediately. #bufferchat
— Ashley Cardwell (@TheAshleyDale) January 25, 2017

@buffer A1. Good design looks nice but also works well for the end user. A lot of designers forget that second part. #bufferchat
— Lauchlin MacDonald (@Lauchlin) January 25, 2017

A1 @buffer Simplicity, complementing colors, and consistency to name a few. #BufferChat
— Lars Helgeson (@larshelgeson) January 25, 2017

A1 part 2: Natural language in the story to reach a wider audience. #Bufferchat pic.twitter.com/o1eABae7hL
— Danielle Siarri (@innonurse) January 25, 2017

A1: B) Always be consistent in your designs - a little consistency goes a long way for your company #branding 🙌 #bufferchat
— Kelly Lovell (@kellyalovell) January 25, 2017

A1: Simplicity, white space and the perfect balance between graphics and copy. #bufferchat
— Rival IQ (@RivalIQ) January 25, 2017

A1. A clear user flow! #bufferchat
— Reva Minkoff (@revaminkoff) January 25, 2017

A1: Simplicity, beauty, and clarity @buffer #bufferchat
— Sophia (@sophiaideas) January 25, 2017

@KodyAtk @buffer Right! Great design should convince the audience to take a specific action. Start w/ resonance :) #bufferchat
— Anne Mercer (@Anne_E_Mercer) January 25, 2017

This RT @TheAshleyDale @buffer A1: Simplicity is key. Design should connect with the audience immediately. #bufferchat
— Toby Metcalf (@Toby_Metcalf) January 25, 2017

A1: Consistency with your brand! Using similar colors, fonts, styles, types of photos, etc. #bufferchat @buffer
— Steve Eastlack (@eastlackmedia) January 25, 2017

A1: Always make it simple. You can go baroque later 😊 #bufferchat
— Carmen Mayoral (@CarmenMayFon) January 25, 2017

A1 #bufferchat Great design serves a purpose and brings the point quickly accross
— Eve Koivula tiski.fi (@evekoivulan) January 25, 2017

A1) Key elements of great design = simplicity, clarity, and visual appeal #bufferchat
— Erin Sturm (@aperfectsturm2) January 25, 2017

A1: the best designs also keep the brand in mind. Keep everything consistent like the color scheme, logo and size, style, etc. #bufferchat
— Stephanie Yoon (@steph_yoon) January 25, 2017

A1: Causing a reaction or feeling from color/layout and some ease in UX never hurt anyone. #bufferchat
— Jeff Higgins (@AnnaMariaSocial) January 25, 2017

A1 Spacing, color harmonization #bufferchat
— Phil Siarri (@philsiarri) January 25, 2017

A1: ask yourself, What Would Dieter Rams do? #lessismore https://t.co/9E0jXQIgag #bufferchat
— Griffin Kelton (@griffinkelton) January 25, 2017

A1: Again, I'm no designer, but cater to your audience. If you break some design rules to give 'em what they want...so be it. #bufferchat
— Matt LaCasse (@MattLaCasse) January 25, 2017

A1: Goes without saying: Comic Sans in as many colors as possible. :P #bufferchat
— hswo (@hswo) January 25, 2017

This is an awesome answer! And yes - aesthetics shouldn't take away from the message; simplicity is best. #Bufferchat
— Yelling Mule (@YellingMule) January 25, 2017

@JessDiPaolo @buffer A: +1. Our content marketing team just posted this today. Great timing. Have a look #bufferchat https://t.co/HmIgHFNSAe
— Danny Groner (@DannyGroner) January 25, 2017

A1: Design should also be attention-grabbing (in a good way). #bufferchat
— WixLounge (@WixLounge) January 25, 2017

Make it simple. You should be able to communicate the main idea & take away in less than 145 characters. #bufferchat @buffer
— Pedro Martheyn (@pedromartheyn) January 25, 2017

A1: Using your brand colors, tone, messaging, logo, etc. Anyone should be able to say right away that's your image! #bufferchat @buffer
— Surefire Local (@SurefireLocal) January 25, 2017

A1 We like more minimalistic designs with sharp lines, modern fonts, and visually appealing color combos. #bufferchat
— GreenRope (@GreenRope) January 25, 2017

A1: The design needs to grab the viewers attention. Does it actually send the message intended? #bufferchat
— Sean Dent (@SeanPDent) January 25, 2017

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Q2: What are examples of common design mistakes people make?

Q2: What are examples of common design mistakes people make? #bufferchat pic.twitter.com/7NTJ2qpwYU
— Buffer (@buffer) January 25, 2017

A2: poor pairing of fonts or colors. #bufferchat
— Mr Kampmann 👨🏻‍💻 (@mrkampmann) January 25, 2017

@buffer A2: Following aesthetic design trends without thinking of the affect. e.g. Grey text on a grey backgrounds. #bufferchat
— Lauchlin MacDonald (@Lauchlin) January 25, 2017

@buffer a2: #bufferchat pic.twitter.com/LjzTRNbIvj
— J. Pablo H3 (@HinoIII) January 25, 2017

A2: Common mistakes we've seen:
- Clutter: chaos creates confusion
- Poorly chosen colors
- Blinding contrast
- Comic Sans#Bufferchat pic.twitter.com/gDztAjKOLY
— Yelling Mule (@YellingMule) January 25, 2017

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Q3: Are there any “design hacks” you’d share with folks who are newer to design?

Q3: Are there any “design hacks” you’d share with folks who are newer to design? #bufferchat pic.twitter.com/CI9fOvfa5p
— Buffer (@buffer) January 25, 2017

We once had a client draw us this beautiful design and so we transformed it into a meme. #Bufferchat pic.twitter.com/yAONIjDWdE
— Yelling Mule (@YellingMule) January 25, 2017

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Q4: Where are your favorite places to find stock imagery, photos, icons and graphics?

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Q5: What easy-to-use tools are the best for non-designers to use when creating marketing graphics?

A5: We are big fans of @canva! #bufferchat
— Express Writers (@ExpWriters) January 25, 2017

A5. We can't help but say that we love Adobe Spark Post, Spark Video, & Spark Page. #bufferchat pic.twitter.com/mUAZwLnbKR
— Adobe Spark (@AdobeSpark) January 25, 2017

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Q6: Where can someone get great online tutorials or advice for improving their design skills?

A6: @YouTube is a great source for anyone starting out + @Adobe has awesome step-by-step tutorials for learning their programs. #Bufferchat pic.twitter.com/fCmYXHwcU7
— Yelling Mule (@YellingMule) January 25, 2017

Yes! We've learned some of our best tips and tricks from fellow designers! Utilize your connections, forever and always. #Bufferchat
— Yelling Mule (@YellingMule) January 25, 2017

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Q7: In your opinion, what brands rock it with design (in terms of their brand or social media presence) and why?

A7: In terms of marketing + design, we're big fans of @Starbucks, @Apple, @MOO, @netflix, @toms + @Burberry. We love minimalism. #Bufferchat pic.twitter.com/oWZqTbBKoi
— Yelling Mule (@YellingMule) January 25, 2017

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Q8: How would you summarize today’s #bufferchat discussion in one tweet?

A8: We'd describe it as absolutely awesome! Loved hearing everyone's perspectives, questions + answers! #Bufferchat pic.twitter.com/FrHUZmKtB6
— Yelling Mule (@YellingMule) January 25, 2017

We're so happy we could participate in today's #Bufferchat! This was incredible. Thank you all so much! pic.twitter.com/0WnmAzQpH9
— Yelling Mule (@YellingMule) January 25, 2017

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