Like most groups of designers, our design team enjoys the collaboration of huddling around each other’s computers for project critiques, idea generation and problem solving. Each designer is great at working independently, however it is often necessary to come together as a team to help a fellow designer conquer tough obstacles.

But what if your team is split up, located in two different offices, at opposite ends of the country and in different time zones? This was the challenge Pyxl faced – after doubling our design team from three to six team members in less than a year, the reality of working in separate offices meant finding ways to communicate efficiently and effectively to ensure the design team’s success.

How have we overcome this barrier? Here are six best practices our team uses to keep cross-country collaboration successful. Read more →

As we continue our individual department recaps following Pyxl’s visit to South by Southwest Interactive, Art Director Kervie shares seven helpful tips and four best practices from his favorite session….

“Brainstorming Technology First,” presented by Will Turnage

Successful online experiences require seamless integration of great ideas and solid execution by members of a project team. The objective of the presentation was to show attendees how to approach brainstorming for new ideas, products, campaigns and services by considering the specific type of technology for targeted users at the beginning stages of planning. To effectively achieve a memorable project or product take a look at Turnage’s helpful tips and best practices: Read more →

Help us welcome the latest and greatest Pyxlites to our design and development teams!

Sami Stephenson, our new junior graphic designer, came to Pyxl from Ohio as a design intern looking to get her feet wet in the industry. We were so impressed with her that we decided to bring her on fulltime. Sami will create graphic elements integral to campaigns and will work alongside all departments to integrate her designs with our web, social media, PR and marketing initiatives.

Jeremy Pawelek, our newest web developer, will be helping to develop and maintain quality websites and web applications for numerous clients and will work closely with our creative and digital teams to implement these innovative sites. Read more →

It’s official- we have an addition in our Tempe office! Please help us welcome the newest Pyxlite, Chesley Gubbins!

Chelsey has been hired as a digital communications specialist, where she will be responsible for executing on social media strategies and campaigns for clients. Read more →

It’s a big day at the Pyxl HQ, as we’re excited to announce the newest Pyxlite — Taylor Dudney!

As the latest addition to our design team, Taylor has been hired on as a junior graphic designer. In his new position, he will create graphic elements integral to campaigns and will work directly with all departments to integrate his designs with our web, social media, PR and marketing initiatives. Read more →