CLASS of 2032, is a documentary, visualization, and crowdsourcing project designed to explore the future learning experience. 

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Trailer for the Full Film:

Documentary Graphics & Integrated Branding

Envisioning the Future, Explainer Video

Ideation/Workshop Videos:

Full Film on Amazon Prime Streaming:

Screenings & Awards

Documentary Film (Co-Producer), Integrated Brand Architecture, Design, and Crowdsourcing Project

PROJECT OVERVIEW

Class of 2032 is a dynamic documentary and crowdsourcing project that brings educators, students, and parents together to discuss and shape the future school experience. This initiative includes a documentary film, branding, a mobile application, and professional development workshops, all aimed at fostering a forward-thinking dialogue about education. The Class of 2032 project leverages the power of crowdsourcing and documentary storytelling to inspire and inform the educational community about the evolving landscape of K-12 schooling. By combining interactive technology with real-world insights, the project aims to create a rich dialogue about how education can adapt to meet the needs of future generations. 

In my role as Creative Director and Co-Producer (with Matthew Worwood, director), I was responsible for designing the comprehensive narrative, brand architecture, and visual identity for the Class of 2032 project. This included the creation of the logo, identity, color palette, and style guide, which were applied to the project’s time-based media (the film, motion graphics, title sequence, credits), workshops, website, presentations, and marketing materials. The goal was to create a consistent and innovative brand identity that would effectively communicate the film and project mission and values across the film, print, digital, and interactive supporting materials. The design effort received international recognition, receiving the Best VFX and Color for an International Documentary Award at the Hollywood North Film Awards in Toronto, Canada. The project was initially launched in 2015, at the New Media Consortium Conference Five-Minutes-Of Fame Session and was awarded a University of Connecticut School of Fine Arts Dean’s Grant ($3,500) that went toward project development, technology, and support of six student internships on the project. 

"Class of 2032: Schooling for a Digital Culture" debuted in a screening at Bethel Cinema on June 6, 2018 and was distributed internationally via Amazon Prime Video in 2019. 

EXHIBITIONS & SCREENINGS

2019 Dedham Country Day School, Dedham, MA. Invited Screening.

2019 Homer Babbidge Library Visualization Lab, Storrs, CT. Invited Screening.

2019 Hollywood North Film Awards, Toronto, Canada. Juried Screening. 

2019 Miami Independent Film Festival, Miami, FL. Juried Screening. 

2019 Sea & Beach Film Festival. Santa Pola, Alicante, Spain. Juried Screening. 

2018 New Haven International Film Festival, New Haven, CT.  Juried Screening

2018 The Learning Futures Network & Fogarty EDfutures, Curtin University, Bentley WA, 

Australia. Invited Screening.

2018 Bethel Cinemas, Bethel, CT. Invited Screening.

FILM DISTRIBUTION

Class of 2032, Co-Producer, Distributed through Amazon Prime. 

Streaming Release:  January 2019 

Theatrical Release: June 2018, National

AWARDS

2019 Best VFX and Colour - International Documentary, Class of 2032.  Hollywood North Film Awards.  Toronto, Canada

RELATED PRESS

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INTELLECTUAL IMPACT & MERIT

Intellectual Merit

The "Class of 2032" project demonstrates substantial intellectual merit through its innovative approach to exploring the future of education through design and technology. By combining crowdsourcing, documentary filmmaking, and interactive technology, the project offers a comprehensive examination of the evolving landscape of schooling. The application of design-based thinking to real-world challenges in education is particularly noteworthy, as it encourages creative problem-solving and the generation of forward-thinking ideas.

The project engages a diverse array of participants, including educators, students, and parents, fostering a collaborative environment that bridges various perspectives. The ideation workshops and artistic submissions provide valuable insights into potential future trends and issues in education, which are then synthesized into the documentary narrative. This iterative process of gathering, evaluating, and visualizing ideas showcases a sophisticated methodology that is both inclusive and rigorous.

Impact

The impact of the "Class of 2032" project is significant, as it reaches a broad audience through various platforms and events. The documentary film has been showcased at several prominent venues and platforms, amplifying its reach and influence. These include: 

In 2019, the film was honored with awards for Best VFX and Color for an International Documentary, at the Hollywood North Film Awards in Toronto, Canada,  further enhancing its credibility and appeal. This prestigious recognition helps draw attention to the project’s innovative approach and compelling content.  It also was released on Amazon Prime Video making the film accessible to a global audience. With millions of subscribers worldwide, the platform significantly amplifies the reach of the documentary, allowing it to engage with a diverse and extensive viewer base.In 2018, it screened as part of the Connecticut Film Festival. This festival attracts thousands of attendees annually, providing a significant platform for the film to reach a wider audience of film enthusiasts, educators, and industry professionals. It also debuted at Bethel Cinema, a well-known venue in Connecticut, typically draws substantial local audiences for its screenings. The film’s screening here provided an opportunity to engage the local community in discussions about the future of education.

The "Class of 2032" project effectively combines innovative methodologies and collaborative efforts to explore and visualize the future of education. Its significant intellectual merit is evident in its inclusive and iterative approach, while its broad impact is demonstrated through successful screenings, prestigious awards, and wide accessibility on a major streaming platform. By fostering a rich dialogue about the future of schooling, the project contributes meaninfully to educational discourse and inspires future-oriented thinking in education.