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Rafael Medeiros on enduring the Hollywood strikes as a freelance graphic designer

Creative Boom

After gaining residency without needing an employer sponsorship, he quit his job and pursued freelance full-time. As a freelancer, I work with agencies that normally hire me during their peak times or when they can't solve a project internally," he explains. But it's been anything but a smooth ride.

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16 frequently asked questions answered to help you become a graphic designer

Creative Boom

Their day-to-day tasks may include creating logos, icons and other graphics; brochures, flyers and posters; packaging and product labels; website layouts and app interfaces; and more. Many graphic designers are also freelance, so their earnings are generally kept to themselves. How much does a freelance graphic designer make?

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How to Find the Perfect Freelance Writer for Your Business

Just Creative

But the reality is, most businesses don’t have this luxury and outsource to freelancer writers instead. But finding suitable freelance writers can be challenging and time-consuming. We explore the top things that you should look out for when outsourcing freelance writers. Establish a Budget. Create a Marketing Plan.

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25 Unique Business Card Templates to Boost Your Branding

Graphic Design Junction

Whether youre a startup founder, a creative freelancer, or an established entrepreneur, a well-designed business cards helps you leave a lasting impression. A unique, high-quality card demonstrates attention to detail, making recipients more likely to trust your services or products.

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Haruko Hayakawa creates surreal CG artwork packed with humour and subversion

Creative Boom

After bouncing between agency work and in-house freelance jobs working as a food stylist in the photo industry, she settled back down into design and branding. "I Haruko decided to focus on 3D visuals because they combine her experience in advertising, branding, packaging, photography and CG.

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Yuki Uebo's crowded illustrations are inspired by the hustle and bustle of Tokyo life

Creative Boom

These include crowded trains, densely packed flats, busy and colourful streets, small bento boxes full of dishes, and advertisements with lots of text." However, after switching to design, she quickly secured work for a digital production company in Tokyo. Yuki's illustrations certainly ring true for anyone who's ever been to Tokyo.

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Illustrators on the challenges facing them in 2024, and how they're responding

Creative Boom

From the rise of AI to the ebbs and flows of the freelance market, you're constantly trying to navigate uncharted waters. The instability One of the most daunting challenges for illustrators is the unpredictable nature of freelance work. We share some of their perspectives below, while you can read the full discussion on X and Threads.