Sketchnote Artists: Take Your Online Meetings to the Next Level

Planning an online event has its own challenges, and perhaps the biggest one is how to keep people genuinely engaged. Well, one creative and impactful way to take your event to the next level is by bringing in a Sketchnote Artist. Wondering why?

Here are some great reasons...

Live Sketchnotes Keep Your Audience Engaged

Let’s be honest – it can be hard to keep people’s attention during a virtual event. We’ve all been on the receiving end - tuning out or multitasking during a Zoom call. But when you add sketchnotes something magical happens; by capturing the key points of the conversation in real-time, we bring everyone together on a new level.

People love seeing that they've been heard. Knowing an artist is capturing the conversation in real-time often inspires attendees to share more insights!

A Sketchnote Artist Makes an Online Meeting Unforgettable

Virtual events tend to quickly blur together in our minds afterwards. If only we had a visual map to remind us of the key takeaways!

That’s where sketchnotes come in. These colorful, hand-drawn visuals help us remember what we learned, while the presence of a Sketchnote Artist adds a unique touch that makes the event truly memorable.

Sketchnotes Make Complex Info Easier to Understand

We all process information in different ways, and a surprising number of people are visual learners! We don’t capture everything in sketches and notes—only the essence—and then link those elements in ways that make the information clearer and easier to digest.

Sketchnotes are a Way to Record your Online Meeting

Unlike traditional meeting notes, which can be dry or hard to read, sketchnotes give a quick, visually engaging summary of the key ideas and takeaways. They’re perfect for sharing after the event, and attendees will appreciate having something they can look back on to remember the best parts. Plus, you can use these visual notes to kick off future events, or as marketing to showcase the impact of your work.

Stunning Sketch Notes Get People Talking (and Sharing) on Social Media

If you had or took part in an amazing event, you might want to share about it on social media! You may have photos when it comes to in-person conferences, but what about virtual ones? Will a screenshot of your zoom gallery do? Sketchnotes are a brilliant way to ensure your event’s impact spreads far beyond the virtual room. These visuals offer a unique way to share about your event on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, or in your newsletter; instead of just sharing photos, you're giving a glimpse into the conversations in an engaging and beautiful way—not just a bullet-pointed list.

Visual notes, created with social media in mind, don’t need to be overly detailed. Instead, they can focus on high-level insights that are easily digestible and will spark conversations. Attendees will likely love sharing the highlights from your event, giving you free, organic exposure.

A Sketchnote Artist adds a Personal Touch to an Online Event

Sketchnoting during Zoom Meeting

What online events lack the most — the human qualities — a sketchnote artist can bring to your event. Their unique personality, style, and humor will make your event feel warmer and more human. Moreover, live visual note-taking means the notes will be edgy and imperfect, perhaps even unfinished in places — hence the term 'sketchnotes.' This genuineness, openness, and playfulness can make everyone feel more connected.

Working with a Sketchnote Artist

Sketchnote artists are a brilliant and valuable addition to your online event. They don’t just make things look fun and creative – they boost engagement, improve retention, make content more accessible, and help your event stand out in a busy online world. So, if you want your next virtual summit, conference, or meeting to leave a lasting impact, get in touch to explore my process, availability and rates for Live Sketchnoting.

I'm Julia Bakay, Sketchnote Artist

Or as I like to call it, a Keynote Artist.

To learn more about the wonderful world of Visual Note-taking, please read on!