Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Today, painting, drawing and ceramics are Xiangni's medium of choice, and her art deals with themes of identity, self-observation and the imagination. However, after delving into the realm of commissioned work, it soon became apparent that the demands of clients were at odds with her wishes to work as an independent artist.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 6, 2024

With a sluggish economy, shrinking client budgets, increased competition, and the looming competition from AI, getting enough commissions to pay the bills can be a real challenge, even for those who've been working for decades. In today's creative industry, standing out is more crucial than ever. That might sound counterintuitive.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 17, 2024

But it can feel dispiriting if you don't have any commercial freelance work to show in that portfolio, leading to imposter syndrome and a lack of self-confidence. So, it's essential to demonstrate to prospective employers and clients how your work can be translated into real-world applications.

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Creative Boom

MAY 6, 2024

Need for honesty Simon is stating here something that feels self-evident to many of us, but few are brave enough to face the truth, even to ourselves. I don't think the big agencies or the big networks have been honest with their people, and they're not being honest to their clients here." No, he doesn't have a crystal ball.

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Creative Market

JUNE 12, 2020

One of the biggest concerns for designers is how to find clients during this time of worldwide lockdowns. Though this pandemic and lockdown are unprecedented challenges for graphic designers, it’s still possible to find good clients during this hardship. This is why we now decided to join forces.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 22, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock It really sucks to be rejected by a potential employer or freelance client. Clients or employers may have specific requirements or circumstances that don't align with your skills or availability. So don't beat yourself up or spend time dwelling on self-doubt.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 17, 2023

In practice, a graphic designer typically works with various media, including both print and digital, to create designs that meet the needs of their clients or employers. Although some professional graphic designers are self-starters, most will have taken some sort of course. The challenge is finding a client who'll pay you.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

There are many opportunities to grow your practice, earn more money, and find a new level of fulfilment, whether growing your freelance client base, launching a side project, founding your own agency, or selling your own products. Here, she shares the secrets that helped her regain her sense of self and purpose.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

For example, if you're freelance, clients will want to pay you peanuts. Basically, you have to get to a stage where you're confident you're producing good work that clients or your employer likes. Or," Jenny suggests, "you could say to the client that you'll go for that at the start but with a 'pay review' in six months or a year."

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Rafael has now been self-employed for just shy of four years, and his goal is to stay independent and continue to grow his practice. I honestly like the flexibility to move across industries and bring my expertise to them, as well as learning from different spaces, people, brands and clients," he says. I love it, I really do!"

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Creative Boom

MAY 8, 2022

cer and partner of Struck, Brent Watts has been creating brand experiences and helping clients such as Mattel, DreamWorks and Disney for more than 25 years. In my work, it's imperative that I employ illustrative storytelling by breathing life into tired brands. Creatives are hired because a client believes in what they can deliver.

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Inkbot Design

JUNE 1, 2024

Surviving in this dog-eat-dog world of self-employed people requires hard work, discipline, and insider knowledge. Instead, we should be ready for self-reliance like never before experienced by humanity while working hard towards becoming financially independent. But let's face it— freelancing is not all sunshine and rainbows.

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Creative Boom

JULY 14, 2024

Here are some key findings so far: Work status: Most of you are self-employed or freelancers (46.3%), with a significant portion working full-time (38.5%). Top concerns include job security (28.4%) and lower sales or client interest (22.5%). Of these, 61.2% work in small companies with 1-10 employees. Education: 54.3%

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

That presents a great opportunity for artists, designers, photographers, writers, and digital dreamers to embark on a journey of self-improvement and skill refinement. 3D & animation: a comprehensive guide via Udemy 3D skills are increasingly in demand from employers and freelance clients today.

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Inkbot Design

JULY 26, 2024

Self-Taught vs Formal Education for Designers: Navigating the Path The road is divided into two parts: learning by oneself or through schooling. It is self-driven, and late nights are spent on YouTube tutorials until you figure things out. One way is beaten regularly; it is organised and rewarded with an official document.

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Inkbot Design

JANUARY 23, 2024

This article explores the world of freelance web designers – their skills, clients, work style, income, challenges, and more. A freelance web designer is a self-employed professional who designs and develops websites for various clients on a project basis rather than being employed full-time by one company.

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Creative Boom

MAY 14, 2024

We work hard on creating what we think is great work, only for our managers or clients to send us back to the drawing board. As a positive way to deal with your feelings, she suggests you try the 70:20:10 innovation rule employed by Coke, Google and many others. In contrast, however hard we work, our own efforts often end in failure.

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Inkbot Design

MAY 13, 2023

Mastering Self-Branding: Unleashing the Power of Personal Identity Step aside, corporate giants—a new brand on the scene is grabbing everyone's attention, and it's the person in your mirror. This is why it's so essential to master the art of self-branding to unleash the power of your personal identity. How do you solve problems?

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Creative Boom

MARCH 31, 2024

Changing direction After slogging it out as an in-house graphic designer for five years while freelancing for private clients at night, Nikos felt burnt out. Practical jokes were a way of maintaining our sanity or perhaps employing our underused creativity." Everything is kind of different about Marlon," adds Nikos.

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Inkbot Design

MARCH 24, 2022

Besides that, the cost of living continues to grow while clients are looking for top-quality work at amateur-level pricing. Unless your work is in high demand, raising your prices may backfire and cause clients to seek talent elsewhere. So please find a few tips that apply to your business and try them to see your bottom line grow.

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Inkbot Design

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Self-teaching using resources like: Online courses and tutorials Books like Head First HTML and CSS Blogs like Smashing Magazine YouTube channels like DesignCourse and Traversy Media Resources like these will teach you UX design , colour theory, layout patterns, and UI styling. It will be vital in landing clients and jobs.

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Inkbot Design

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Fear that you'll never find enough clients. We'll cover strategies to land your first client, set packages and pricing, build your portfolio , and position yourself as an expert. SEO Best Practices Good technical SEO ensures people can find your client's website. Legal agreements protect both you and your clients.

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Inkbot Design

APRIL 26, 2023

Remote graphic design jobs allow designers to work for clients and companies from anywhere in the world, collaborate with other creatives remotely , and have a better work-life balance. As a remote designer, you can work for clients and companies worldwide, expanding your network and portfolio.

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Inkbot Design

OCTOBER 10, 2023

By working closely with clients at every stage, freelancers ensure that final designs align seamlessly with company values or target markets/stakeholders. Working independently and outside the confines of a traditional job, freelance graphic designers provide services to clients. What is Freelance Graphic Design?

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Design Week

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

Earlier this week , the London School of Economics’ Centre for Economic Performance revealed that a million people may quit self-employment in the UK because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Pinney’s story exemplifies one of the many “holes” in the support system available to self-employed workers.

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Design You Trust

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021

I studied graphic design from 2017-2020 and made myself self-employed in January 2020 and now working with clients around the world.” “Hey, I am Moses aka MOCAGE from Germany. ” More: Instagram , Gumroad.

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Creative Market

DECEMBER 28, 2021

Portfolios are vital in showcasing one’s work and experiences to potential clients and or future employers. And in this case, having a paper portfolio on hand when meeting a client could actually help you show your style and brand even more. Both online and printed portfolios could be a gateway for easier appreciation of your work.

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HONGKIAT

MARCH 15, 2024

If you are a freelance designer , encountering a “designer client” is almost inevitable. This is the type of client who consistently offers unsolicited advice on how you should execute your work. Many clients feel compelled to involve themselves in the design process, whether it’s appropriate or not.

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HONGKIAT

JUNE 21, 2024

This setup involves renting a workspace in an office shared with others who are similarly self-employed or working on diverse projects. The person next to you might just be your next client or a valuable contact. Understanding Co-Working Co-working seamlessly blends independence with collaboration.

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Inkbot Design

MAY 13, 2022

There are no limits to the number of clients an agency can take on. Freelancers are Self-Motivated. In my experience, freelancers are self-motivated, but they don’t always understand what motivates them. But they don’t always come recommended by their clients. An agency, however, is a bit different.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 21, 2022

Once you've really spent some time studying graphic design and honing your skills, you'll be confident enough to start applying for jobs or seeking freelance clients. Alternatively, you're self-teaching, then one approach could be to tackle an imaginary brief, just as if you were doing so for a real client. Create a portfolio.

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Inkbot Design

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

This flexibility is excellent for students who: Work full-time jobs Have family/caring commitments Want to study while travelling Prefer learning in a self-paced, independent way An online program lets you fit your studies around other responsibilities and obligations. Online programs require self-directed learning and time management.

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Just Creative

AUGUST 31, 2020

That being said, reaching full-time self-employment is not always a simple feat. From securing each new client to chasing down late invoices, the world of design freelancing is a challenging one to handle without the right preparations. Test The Waters. The designer’s toolkit , however, is rarely as small or simple.

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Design Milk

OCTOBER 10, 2024

As the boundaries between work and personal life continue to blur, self-employed designers are at the forefront of creating innovative spaces that reflect their unique approach to both living and working. This creative sanctuary operates independently from the residential quarters above.

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Inkbot Design

MARCH 13, 2024

Your future self will thank you for it. These legally binding documents might seem like a buzzkill, but they're your first defence against nightmare clients and unpaid invoices. Getting It Signed Once you've drafted your contract, send it to the client for review and signature. Protect Yourself with Contracts Ah, contracts.

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Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

However, freelancing requires dedication, self-discipline, business savvy, and managing multiple roles beyond your core professional skills. These should be the basis for the services you want to offer clients. Consider earning certifications or credentials related to high-demand skills to validate capabilities to prospective clients.

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Creative Market

JUNE 16, 2020

Are you speaking to potential clients or employers? As a graphic designer looking for work, this will also go a long way in building credibility with clients or employers—because you clearly know what you’re doing! This is critical for attracting the client work you want. Know your audience. Craft a narrative around your work.

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