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OFFF Barcelona: 25 Years of creative evolution and community

Creative Boom

What started as an online hub for Flash animation lovers quickly became a live event that would eventually become a cornerstone of the global design community. I remember a talk that a speaker (don't remember who) talked about something we now call Social Networks.," And the timing couldn't have been better! Salazar recalls. "It

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A helpful guide to marketing for creative freelancers who want to quit Instagram

Creative Boom

If IG has become too exhausting, what marketing alternatives are there? We've had more than a decade of chasing 'likes' and trying to keep up with the changing social networks. If you're looking for free or affordable options to market yourself, don't fret! Then, you have to market your newsletter on your website.

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Rise of the machines: How illustrators can avoid being replaced by AI

Creative Boom

It can help us with our email, accounting, and marketing and will become an essential tool for running a small business. "If Nurture these relationships and build a network of repeat clients who can recommend you in the future. Get to know people through real-life networking events or sell your artwork at markets.

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Learn, create and network with global brand leaders at the Pentawards Festival 2023

Creative Boom

Offering top-tier networking opportunities with global brands, as well as a stellar speaker lineup, the Pentawards Festival is the perfect event for anyone working in design and packaging. And it promises to be a must-attend event for senior brand leaders, designers, marketers and design agencies.

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Tips from a marketing expert on how to sell yourself as a graphic designer

Creative Boom

But either way, you may well be thinking in frustration: "I'm a graphic designer, not a marketing expert!" You also have to be able to sell yourself, keep up to date with social media, maintain your own website, be your own IT, be your own HR department, network like crazy, and somehow find time to eat and sleep. We've all been there.

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Hotlist 2025: the 25 most popular design studios, as voted for by their peers

Creative Boom

Standout recent projects include a stunning rebrand for Nike Run, recharging Nike by going back to its roots: running as the soul of Nike, and an identity refresh for Vevo, which reinforced the world's largest music video network as both an expert in the space and a champion of the artists it showcases.

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Designer Suvani Dave on the joy of storytelling and how to navigate the creative jobs market

Creative Boom

The job market can be a scary place for new graduates. Networking is also crucial in the design industry. When I was at SCAD, I tried to attend as many creative events as possible at the time, so take advantage of your college's resources. How did you go about navigating it so successfully? Be sure to let it shine.

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