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This bonus episode explores practical visual design strategies for performers to enhance their shows and audience engagement.

OAWB Bonus Episode: Smart Visual Design with Joey Montes & Kim Jones Originally presented during Guard Closet's "So You Run a Program" virtual workshop, this special bonus episode explores practical visual design strategies that help performers succeed, improve show readability, and create stronger audience impact. Topics include finding creative inspiration, choosing music with visual possibility, designing around performer strengths, creating visual impact moments, building stronger transitions, avoiding clutter, and connecting visual design directly to musical storytelling. One of the biggest questions discussed in this session: "Do I hear what I see and do I see what I hear?" Need help with your next season? 📧 design@guardcloset.com 🌐 Design Closet: https://www.guardcloset.com/design 🌐 Guard Closet: https://www.guardcloset.com Follow Guard Closet: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guardcloset Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GuardCloset TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@guardcloset YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GuardCloset Follow On A Water Break: Website: https://www.onawaterbreakpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onawaterbreak Facebook…

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