Through networking via X (fka twitter), Giovanni was able to connect with Knicks Film School, a podcast centered around all things New York Knicks. He began as a part-time graphic designer, making daily edits for KFS social platforms & their 20,000+ followers.
The goal was to create compelling visuals that grab attention but also read well. The use of saturated colors with a soft textured finished were all meant to help the graphics pop and retain attention. Additionally, Garufi was tasked with incorporating the school theme of KFS when possible, often in the form of a schoolyard-brick background
Final score graphic
player in photo is main emphasis
mirror effect is done by creating a duplicate layer of photo after it has been cropped, and applying a strong gaussian blur on the portion that backs the scoreboard.
Monochrome logos keep the graphic simple and help to not overshadow other elements of the scoreboard
The use of art-deco font Dunbar provides a fun, yet clean look.
Birthday graphic
Utilizing fonts currently used by & associated with the Knicks - Helvetica & Bookman
incorporating brick background subtly
Orange & blue gradient ties player image in smoothly with the overall graphic
interesting, but not overbearing textures
Multiple layers & borders being broken out of create a compelling visual
Patron Thumbnail
This thumbnail edit for KFS' patron showcases Garufi's photoshop ability, seamlessly blending photos together by appropriately matching skin tone, lighting & shadows
Examples of Garufi's work on X (twitter), instagram, via email, & tik tok:
Here are examples of KFS's Prior graphics:
Additional sports graphics designed by Garufi:
