Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

It doesn't matter how talented you are in your chosen creative discipline; that's only half of the work of being a successful freelancer. Talk to a freelancer who's got that sorted, and you'll probably find they have a suite of productivity tools that help them achieve this with minimal fuss. Obsidian Do you work in Markdown?

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 10, 2024

But the journey to her current destination as a freelance artist is a somewhat winding one. Her incredible work has already caught the attention of such illustrious clients as Adobe, Lavazza and UPS, to name a few. It's something of a surprise then to learn that Danii only truly embraced full-time freelance life fairly recently.

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Just Creative

DECEMBER 6, 2020

Freelancing is an excellent way to achieve that freedom you have always wanted. However, with an increasing number of professionals taking the leap and falling in love with the freelancing lifestyle, the competition has never been fiercer. 8 Ways New Freelancers Can Stand Out From The Competition To Get More Clients.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 31, 2023

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. And it's not been all bad. "I

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Inkbot Design

JUNE 1, 2024

13 Tips For Becoming A Successful Freelancer Have you ever thought about becoming a freelancer and leaving your full-time job? Changing into a freelancer can be the most fulfilling way of managing your career and lifestyle. But let's face it— freelancing is not all sunshine and rainbows. Why Go Freelance?

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Inkbot Design

MARCH 9, 2023

The Freelance Graphic Design Career Guide to Success Hey there, aspiring graphic designers ! Freelance graphic design is a booming industry that offers opportunities to talented designers like you. But why choose freelance graphic design over working for a company or agency? What is Freelance Graphic Design?

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Creative Boom

MAY 2, 2022

Many freelance web designers and web design agencies struggle because they make the same mistakes over and over again. A well-designed site can help clients grow, attract more visitors and even turn them into happy customers. A well-designed site can help clients grow, attract more visitors and even turn them into happy customers.

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Inkbot Design

AUGUST 29, 2022

Freelance Survival Guide: Tips for New Freelancers. You can learn about starting your freelance business in the Freelance Survival Guide. You can learn about starting your freelance business in the Freelance Survival Guide. As a freelancer, you're constantly balancing deadlines and budgeting.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 29, 2022

Instagram is still a good visual resource or portfolio for clients, but it's the PR push that has been the most effective.". Go old school and remind clients you exist (and ask for help). It doesn't hurt to send physical mailers, cold emails, updated portfolios and other bits and bobs to existing clients. It all helps. "I

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Inkbot Design

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Freelance Graphic Design: An Introduction Working independently as a graphic designer , offering design services to customers on a by-project basis is known as freelance graphic design. Freelance graphic designers have become more in demand in recent years due to the growing gig economy and technological advances. And at night?

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Creative Boom

JUNE 19, 2022

This is why coworking might just be the solution for budget-conscious freelancers everywhere. With collaboration, community and productivity at their core, they strive to make their dog-friendly, relaxed and comfortable space a home away from home for members and offer a social and business events program. Gather Round , Bristol.

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Inkbot Design

OCTOBER 24, 2023

How to Become a Successful Freelance Graphic Designer So, you want to become a freelance graphic designer? But before you hand in your notice and go all-in on the freelance life, there are a few key steps to consider first. The most important thing is ensuring you have the design skills and experience to thrive as a freelancer.

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Just Creative

FEBRUARY 16, 2020

Have you checked the latest figures on the freelance workforce? Now, the number of freelancers is projected to reach more than 90 million in less than a decade. On top of that, the annual increase in the global freelance workforce keeps getting higher and higher. Why Personal Branding for Freelancers?

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Inkbot Design

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The Freelance Web Designer Guide to Success The only thing standing between you and your dream of being a successful freelance web designer is fear. Fear that you'll never find enough clients. Let me tell you a secret: Every successful freelancer started afraid. Fear that you don't have what it takes. You have a choice.

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Inkbot Design

APRIL 9, 2023

The Power of LinkedIn for Freelancers: Ultimate Guide Are you a freelancer struggling to find clients or make the right connections? This guide will show you how to harness the power of LinkedIn to expand your freelance business, make new connections, and skyrocket your success. Look no further!

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 23, 2024

I set up my laptop in a little cafe in the Himalayas and began looking for clients…" Since then, Molly has been travelling non-stop. This then evolved into a collection of travel prints, which in turn caught the attention of various clients from the travel and lifestyle industries, turning into commissions."

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Inkbot Design

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

How to Make Passive Income as a Freelance Graphic Designer Passive income is a dream for freelance graphic designers. This article reveals the world of passive income and the strategies freelance graphic designers can use. Freelancers can partner with brands and promote their products or services on their platforms.

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Inkbot Design

AUGUST 22, 2024

How to Become a Freelance Digital Marketer The landscape of freelance digital marketing is a lawless place where opportunity and redundancy are constantly changing partners. It’s a place where a tweet you make in the morning can get you a client, and the strategy you come up with in the afternoon could change an entire industry.

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Inkbot Design

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

How to Get Graphic Design Clients Right Now: 5 Amazing Tactics That Work Freelancing offers graphic designers immense freedom and flexibility to be their boss and build their brand. However, the unpredictability of freelancing can also be a challenge. This client hunting leaves little time for meaningful creative work.

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Inkbot Design

MAY 19, 2023

Insurance for Freelancers: Protecting Your Business and Peace of Mind As a freelancer, you enjoy the freedom and flexibility of working for yourself. Insurance for freelancers is often overlooked or misunderstood, but it plays a crucial role in safeguarding your business, assets, and peace of mind.

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Inkbot Design

MAY 13, 2022

Freelance vs Agency: Which is Best to Hire? Freelance workers tend to have more flexibility, but agencies can better match your skills with the job if you’re looking for the best fit. This guide explains the differences between hiring freelance vs agency. There are no limits to the number of clients an agency can take on.

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Inkbot Design

MARCH 13, 2024

Protect Yourself as a Freelancer: A Comprehensive Guide Being a freelancer is bloody brilliant, isn't it? As liberating as the freelance life can be, it also comes with risks and responsibilities. We're about to dive deep into freelancer protection, covering everything from contracts and insurance to taxes and time management.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Artist has taken successful concept of workshops she ran for major brands such as Nike, ASOS and Timberland to help other freelancers or individuals get together and create. Freelancing can be a lonely gig, however much you love it. I really thrive from these events having so many creative heads under one roof to connect with."

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We And The Color

AUGUST 2, 2024

As in other industries, freelance graphic designers and design studio owners often face periods of economic downturns or industry shifts. Analyze your financials, client base, and market position. Client and Market Analysis Client Portfolio : Evaluate your current clients and projects.

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Inkbot Design

OCTOBER 4, 2023

6 Effective Task Management Tips for Freelancers This is Zoe Ashbridge, living the perfect dream life of every freelancer. But for most freelancers, this life is a mirage. As a freelancer, your organisational skill largely depends on your ability to manage tasks effectively. So, how do you do that? She worked twice a day.

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Inkbot Design

MARCH 24, 2022

20 Genius Money-Saving Tips For Creative Freelancers. Inflation, global energy shortages, and supply chain challenges have created a tight economic environment for creative freelancers working in the gig economy. Besides that, the cost of living continues to grow while clients are looking for top-quality work at amateur-level pricing.

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HONGKIAT

JUNE 15, 2022

A regular employee is paid on the basis of the working hours set by company but freelancers are mostly paid according to the time they spend on the project. However, if freelancers don’t have a tool or mechanism in place for measuring their working hours, then they end up getting underpaid. FreshBooks.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

If you're freelance, you need to sell yourself to clients. Laura has over ten years of experience in the creative and marketing realm, working with small businesses, designers and freelancers to boost brand awareness and performance. Do high-end clients care about your Instagram? So how do you get to high-end clients?

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SpeckyBoy

DECEMBER 21, 2022

The freedom of setting up shop wherever you like is a big reason why many web designers choose a freelance life. Being Unresponsive to Clients. A lack of communication is one of the most self-destructive things a freelance designer can do. However, it becomes a problem when you’re consistently making clients wait.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 13, 2024

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Want to use the professional network to boost your freelance career? Social media isn't what it used to be, especially for creative freelancers wishing to grow their careers. Freelance motion designer Fee Sheal agrees. "I, It might look like people are bragging, but most are probably cringing too.

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Creative Boom

JULY 10, 2022

The Leeds-based illustrator has just launched a new website, marking a fresh chapter in freelancing and a renewed confidence in herself. Today she collaborates with clients such as Pieminister and Lucy and Yak on a whole heap of things, whether it's editorial, product design or branding. We chatted with Hattie to find out more.

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Creative Boom

MAY 30, 2023

Her impressive client list includes LinkedIn, Kappa, Converse, The New Yorker, and Tate. But on the other hand, events and festivals can be quite tricky because suddenly you have the whole world to do whatever you want – they don't carry as many restrictions. Her advice for those considering going freelance?

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Inkbot Design

JANUARY 26, 2023

9 Best Freelance Writing Sites to Find a Job Whether you're looking for a full-time job or want to earn extra money, a freelance writing career is one of the best ways. However, finding a job as a freelance writer can take time and effort. Plus, they have strict rules about what kind of work you can do for clients.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 7, 2024

Join specialised communities Not getting much out of generic creative events and meetups? And it's not just real-world events where this can happen. Using this adversity in a meaningful way continues to build me a commercial client base in these areas," Ollie adds. So, how do you actually go about this in practice?

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Creative Boom

JULY 25, 2023

Clients he's worked with so far include TikTok, Acer, and Porsche. I understand that AI has been a topic we've heard a lot about lately, I can't tell how many times I have seen AI workshops, online events, or talks posted on my LinkedIn. Who knows what brand, client, or project I'll be teamed up with next.

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Noupe

AUGUST 14, 2020

At the same time, the number of people who are turning to freelance is also growing. In 2019, 35% of Americans were working as freelancers , up by 7 percent since 2013. All this to say, if you’re interested in becoming a freelance software developer, you’ve chosen an interesting time to do it. Identify Your Audience.

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SpeckyBoy

JUNE 11, 2023

They worry that there aren’t enough protections to keep a client from accidentally breaking the layout. But this discussion also got me thinking about how we train clients. Let’s explore the challenges in educating clients about their websites. This makes educating clients more challenging.

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