Flat Plan Template – Surviving the Underground Zine
Use this editable template to plan each page of your zine. Describe the content, tone, and visuals you want to include. You can add/remove rows depending on the number of pages in your final zine.
| Page Number | Page Title / Heading | Description of Content | Visual Ideas / Notes (Illustration, Colour, Typography) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cover | Title, subtitle, your name or brand, maybe a tagline | Bold title, hand-drawn map or tube icon, red/blue palette? |
| 2 | Welcome / Introduction | Friendly note to the reader explaining the zine’s purpose | Informal tone, handwritten font, friendly doodles |
| 3 | The Problem | Why navigating the Underground is hard when dyslexic (your story + a stat or two) | Relatable comic or visual metaphor (spaghetti map?) |
| 4 | Visual Chaos | A confusing station map or signage that illustrates overwhelm | Hand-drawn sketch, chaotic lines, overlapping text |
| 5 | Tip #1 | E.g. “How to decode signs without panicking” – short, helpful advice | Typography focus, speech bubble tips |
| 6 | Tip #2 | E.g. Understanding the lines – visual memory aids, metaphors | Use of colour-coded lines, mnemonic devices |
| 7 | Activity / Interaction | Drawing prompt, quiz, or mini journaling space | Fun, playful layout with blank spaces |
| 8 | Tip #3 | E.g. What to do when you get off and forget which way to go | Directional arrows, split-panel cartoon |
| 9 | Voices / Stories | Quotes or anecdotes from other dyslexic Underground users | Portraits or mini comics with speech captions |
| 10 | Badge Page | Explain the “Certified Underground Survivor” idea – collectable concept | Large badge icon, maybe a sticker preview |
| 11 | Call to Action | Info on the pop-up, where to find more, link to motion ad or website | QR code, arrow icons, web handle typography |
| 12 | Back Cover | Thank you message or summary, brand logo and contact info | Clean design, echo cover colours, small social icons |
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