1-day course: 11 February 2019, 9am–5pm, London
Learn how to apply techniques from agile product development to create user-centred content
Across corporations, charities and the government, digital teams are discovering that effective content is essential to experiences that work for users. Instead of performing outdated functions like “publishing information”, today’s content professionals combine their skills with agile methods from the world of product design. That means creating prototypes quickly, testing with users and learning from feedback—while working closely with colleagues in design, development and research. The end result? Digital services that are simple, clear and fast. And the chance to use your content skills to improve people’s lives.
This 1-day course led by Jonathan Kahn is for content professionals who want to learn how to apply techniques from agile product development to create user-centred content. You’ll learn how to:
Jonathan Kahn created agile content conf in 2015 and since then has trained hundreds of content professionals to apply agile methods to digital content. He organises the London Agile Content Meetup (over 2000 members) and has presented at content conferences internationally, including Confab in Minneapolis, Content Strategy Forum in Cape Town, and EuroIA in Rome.
“An invaluable way to learn more about collaboration within content strategy. We learned how to overcome barriers to change and how to share the same perspective with our stakeholders.”Stephanie Hubbard, Brilliant Noise (read Stephanie’s writeup)
“A well paced, interactive and informative day. I now have simple tools and techniques I can use to collaborate with stakeholders which I believe will genuinely help.” Janey Crichton, NHS Health Scotland
“Very relevant for a multiple stakeholder large organisation.” Simon Peters, Transport for London
“It was brilliant to get time off the day job and really think about our content needs and how to fulfil them.” Sarah Hunter, Financial Conduct Authority
“Engaging and enjoyable. I came away with a lot of new techniques that I wish to implement in my current role.”Joshua Evans, The Stroke Association
Standard: £500 + VAT.
Early-bird (ends 21 January): £300 + VAT.
This price is for online payment by credit/debit card.
The course runs 9am–5pm and includes refreshments and lunch.
We accept cancellations up to 60 days before the event: we’ll refund your registration minus a 20% cancellation fee. Fewer than 60 days before the event we won’t refund your registration.
Note: we don’t allow transfers. Please make sure that you can attend before you register.