Brief: create a better environment for writing and editing through software tools and better protocol for writing and editing

After experiencing both the writing and editing processes firsthand, I researched existing writing software practices. Inspired by text editors designed specifically for dealing with large amounts of code, I incorporated features such as syntax highlighting and collapsing paragraphs into a rough prototype built in PowerPoint. After user testing, I refined my design into a detailed Illustrator mock-up.

Zero Draft Inspiration: Track changes in MS Word Inspiration: Code editors Prototype Refined mockup Refined mockup