Digital Makers
Communities of Practice
A Collaborative Network for Marketing and Communication Professionals
Welcome to Digital Makers, the pilot Communities of Practice (CoP) program for marketing, communications, and technology professionals at University of Rochester. The Digital Makers program is designed to bring together professionals to share expertise, collaborate on challenges, and drive innovation in digital marketing, communications, accessibility, and technology.
Whether you want to enhance your skills, connect with peers, or help shape best practices across the university, Digital Makers offers a structured yet informal space to foster collaboration and professional growth.
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What Are Communities of Practice?
Communities of Practice (CoPs) are learning communities where professionals with shared interests come together to:
- Exchange knowledge and best practices.
- Collaborate on challenges in digital marketing, communications, accessibility, and technology.
- Develop new skills through peer learning and shared resources.
- Innovate by experimenting with new approaches and tools.
Digital Makers is not a committee, a reporting structure, or a formal training program—it’s a space for collaborative problem-solving and skill-building.
Key Areas of Focus
We are launching the Digital Makers program with two initial Communities of Practice, each focused on a key area:
Digital Accessibility
- Ensuring digital campaigns, content, and platforms are inclusive.
- Strategies for accessible social media, web, and visual design.
- Education, tools, and resources to support accessible communication.
Front-End Web Developers and Designers
- Accessible and high-performance front-end development.
- Cohesive brand and design consistency across university platforms.
- CMS integration and usability best practices.
Take Action: Join Digital Makers
We invite marketing, communications, and technology professionals across University of Rochester to join Digital Makers and be part of a growing network of experts driving digital excellence.
- Fill Out the CoP Interest Form – Let us know which Digital Makers community interests you.
- Help Shape the Future – Provide input on how CoPs can best serve you in your role.
- Subscribe to Program Updates – Complete the interest form to get the latest updates.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
For more details about Digital Makers, including how CoPs work and what to expect, review our FAQs below.
A Community of Practice (CoP) is a group of professionals who come together to share knowledge, develop skills, and collaborate on common challenges in their field. It’s a space for continuous learning, networking, and problem-solving.
UMC recognizes the value of peer learning and collaboration in advancing best practices. By establishing the Digital Makers CoP program, we aim to create a structured way for professionals to share expertise, support each other, and improve digital practices across the university.
Our Digital Makers CoP program is designed for marketing, communications, and technology professionals, with a focus on digital accessibility, front-end web development, and design. Over time, we hope to expand to include other practitioners with shared interests.
- Access to a network of peers facing similar challenges
- Opportunities to share and gain insights on best practices
- Professional development and skill-building
- A collaborative space to influence and improve university-wide initiatives
The CoP will include regular meetings and events, online discussions, and shared resources. As the community grows, members will help shape its structure and activities.
You can join by expressing interest through Communities of Practice Interest Form.
We’re also looking for input on how to shape the CoP. Share your feedback via our web form or by emailing us at cpdigital@rochester.edu.
For more information, reach out to cpdigital@rochester.edu or complete our Communities of Practice Interest Form.
Contact Us
Have questions? We’re here to help! Reach out to us at cpdigital@rochester.edu for more information. You can also complete our web form to start a conversation.