Workforce Central Dunedin

Backbone For Matching Otago's Employers & Employees

Services

Showreels
Websites
Community Organisation

Software

Adobe XD
Adobe Premier Pro
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Webflow
Adobe After Effects

Client Overview

Meet Workforce Central Dunedin, the trailblazers tackling the talent crunch in Otago’s bustling construction, infrastructure, and trade sectors. This powerhouse initiative, backed by the government, isn’t just about filling positions—it’s about shaping the future of the region’s workforce.

With a vision to streamline job matching, employment support, and memberships for both employees and employers, Workforce Central Dunedin is the ultimate career catalyst, paving the way for growth and innovation in Otago.

Project Objective

Required more than just a pretty face!

Workforce Central Dunedin had one clear mission: to create a website which engages people seeking a job and employers providing job opportunities. They needed a website that wasn’t just a pretty face but a functional dynamo, a one-stop hub where job seekers and employers could find each other with ease. This website site had to be the Swiss Army knife of the digital world—user-friendly, visually striking, and packed with powerful features to drive the Otago region’s employment engine.

The result? A jaw-dropping, high-octane website that’s both a beauty and a beast. The GummyBear team crafted a seamless, intuitive user experience with job matching. Need to navigate effortlessly? Done. Want to connect instantly? You got it. And the team didn’t stop there, the website is sprinkled with digital magic to ensure it dazzles on any device. Workforce Central Dunedin’s new website isn’t just a platform; it’s a digital powerhouse, shaping the way job seekers and employers connect.

Logo Design

The logo was designed by Tomo from Ra Designs, incorporating the following aspects:

  • Weaving: Connected to Māori and Polynesian culture. Represents the flow of knowledge when people approach WFCD, gain knowledge, and use that knowledge to better their lives.
  • Flower: Reminiscent of the Asian/Chinese lotus to reflect the strong Asian community we have.
  • Shape: Reminiscent of Dunedin's landmark Octagon. Represents the octopus metaphor of reaching out to a broad array of different people and industries.
  • Flow: Curvature represents growth, community, collaboration and creating a better future.
  • Celtic Patterns: Represents the interconnectedness of the WFCD team and those they meet. Reflects the Scottish and European root of Dunedin.

Logo Design

The logo was designed by Tomo from Ra Designs, incorporating the following aspects:

  • Weaving: Connected to Māori and Polynesian culture. Represents the flow of knowledge when people approach WFCD, gain knowledge, and use that knowledge to better their lives.
  • Flower: Reminiscent of the Asian/Chinese lotus to reflect the strong Asian community we have.
  • Shape: Reminiscent of Dunedin's landmark Octagon. Represents the octopus metaphor of reaching out to a broad array of different people and industries.
  • Flow: Curvature represents growth, community, collaboration and creating a better future.
  • Celtic Patterns: Represents the interconnectedness of the WFCD team and those they meet. Reflects the Scottish and European root of Dunedin.

Showreel Production

Nobody reads anything anymore!

Showreel videos, with their dynamic and visual nature, command attention and have the unique ability to captivate and immerse viewers into the fabric of an organisation’s story, establishing a connection which lingers long after the screen goes dark.

The artwork was donated by a local artist (Tomo from Ra Designs) to Workforce Central Dunedin and the drone footage came from a local videographer (Chase Haley from Chase Productions Ltd).

To see this awesome collaboration, hit play below!

Showreel Production

Nobody reads anything anymore!

Showreel videos, with their dynamic and visual nature, command attention and have the unique ability to captivate and immerse viewers into the fabric of an organisation’s story, establishing a connection which lingers long after the screen goes dark.

The artwork was donated by a local artist (Tomo from Ra Designs) to Workforce Central Dunedin and the drone footage came from a local videographer (Chase Haley from Chase Productions Ltd).

To see this awesome collaboration, hit play below!

Website Stylescape Concepts

The art behind the science!

Stylescapes are like mood boards on steroids - a curated mix of images, design elements, typography and colour. Stylescapes makes communicating your idea, of your brand, to GummyBear's designers simple. How else do you communicate that you like red? Well what red? Do you mean maroon, scarlet, rose, ruby, crimson, etc.?

Why bother with stylescapes? Because first impressions matter! They provide the opportunity for every visual element of your brand to resonate with your customers, evoking the right emotions, associations and behaviours. Without them you risk mishaps, like looking like a donkey.

As per the showreel above, the artwork was given by Tomo to Workforce Central Dunedin and a mix of local imagery and worksite images were used.

Website Stylescape Concepts

The art behind the science!

Stylescapes are like mood boards on steroids - a curated mix of images, design elements, typography and colour. Stylescapes makes communicating your idea, of your brand, to GummyBear's designers simple. How else do you communicate that you like red? Well what red? Do you mean maroon, scarlet, rose, ruby, crimson, etc.?

Why bother with stylescapes? Because first impressions matter! They provide the opportunity for every visual element of your brand to resonate with your customers, evoking the right emotions, associations and behaviours. Without them you risk mishaps, like looking like a donkey.

As per the showreel above, the artwork was given by Tomo to Workforce Central Dunedin and a mix of local imagery and worksite images were used.

Final Website Stylescape

Warning, awesomeness below!

Check out Workforce Central Dunedin's final stylescape. Their carefully curated combination of images, illustrations, design elements, typography and colours to communicate their brands look and feel. GummyBear may be biased, but it looks awesome!

Do you understand the design elements and how they go together?

Final Website Stylescape

Warning, awesomeness below!

Check out Workforce Central Dunedin's final stylescape. Their carefully curated combination of images, illustrations, design elements, typography and colours to communicate their brands look and feel. GummyBear may be biased, but it looks awesome!

Do you understand the design elements and how they go together?

Website Content & Wireframe

Architectural blueprint of your website!

Think of wireframes as the grey and boring, yet essential, architectural blueprint of your website. Our high fidelity wireframes (rather than your sketch pad antics), use real content and appropriately scaled images, videos, buttons, etc. providing a precise and practical view of your website's layout. Additionally, functionality drives everything and the wireframe allows us to plan your website visitors user experience (AKA how they use the website), so they can find the information they're looking for, as fast as possible.

Workforce Central Dunedin's website wireframe was created to make it easy for both employers to find the staff they need as well as helping job seekers find employment in Dunedin.

Website Content & Wireframe

Architectural blueprint of your website!

Think of wireframes as the grey and boring, yet essential, architectural blueprint of your website. Our high fidelity wireframes (rather than your sketch pad antics), use real content and appropriately scaled images, videos, buttons, etc. providing a precise and practical view of your website's layout. Additionally, functionality drives everything and the wireframe allows us to plan your website visitors user experience (AKA how they use the website), so they can find the information they're looking for, as fast as possible.

Workforce Central Dunedin's website wireframe was created to make it easy for both employers to find the staff they need as well as helping job seekers find employment in Dunedin.

Website Design

Dressed to impress!

Website design is where the real fun begins. Once we've got the blueprint (wireframe) and the creative stylescape sorted, it's time to bring it together and make your site shine.

Why is this so important? Because design is what turns heads and keeps people coming back. It's your brand's personality, charm and charisma all rolled into one. Every colour, font, design element and image is handpicked to make your audience go "Wow!" and keep them engaged.

Think of it like this: your wireframe is the skeleton, the stylescape is the wardrobe, and now we're dressing it up for the big reveal. We're not just building a website; we're crafting an experience that's unforgettable, engaging, and oh-so-you.

Skip this step, and you risk ending up with a digital snooze fest. Nail it, and you've got a showstopper.

Website Design

Dressed to impress!

Website design is where the real fun begins. Once we've got the blueprint (wireframe) and the creative stylescape sorted, it's time to bring it together and make your site shine.

Why is this so important? Because design is what turns heads and keeps people coming back. It's your brand's personality, charm and charisma all rolled into one. Every colour, font, design element and image is handpicked to make your audience go "Wow!" and keep them engaged.

Think of it like this: your wireframe is the skeleton, the stylescape is the wardrobe, and now we're dressing it up for the big reveal. We're not just building a website; we're crafting an experience that's unforgettable, engaging, and oh-so-you.

Skip this step, and you risk ending up with a digital snooze fest. Nail it, and you've got a showstopper.

Website Development

It's alive!

Website development is where the behind-the-scenes wizardry gives life to your website design. This is where you get to sit back, fasten your seat belts, put your tray tables in the upright position, and relax as our team of coders/developers work their magic - AKA a bunch of coding that's really boring to look at before the website's finished.

When we're done, you'll have a stunning, polished website that's ready to turn heads and steal the show. It's not just a pretty face, it's an interactive, engaging experience that makes people want to stick around and get to know you.

Website Development

It's alive!

Website development is where the behind-the-scenes wizardry gives life to your website design. This is where you get to sit back, fasten your seat belts, put your tray tables in the upright position, and relax as our team of coders/developers work their magic - AKA a bunch of coding that's really boring to look at before the website's finished.

When we're done, you'll have a stunning, polished website that's ready to turn heads and steal the show. It's not just a pretty face, it's an interactive, engaging experience that makes people want to stick around and get to know you.

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