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How to differentiate yourself as a creative in a saturated market

Creative Boom

One is a self-congratulatory promo about some work that's just gone live, full of bland statements and hashtags like #winning. Becoming a consultant Another way to differentiate yourself in today's market is to step out of a purely creative role and take on a more strategic, consultative approach. But think about it.

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Six recommended courses to help you refine your creative skills this September

Creative Boom

That presents a great opportunity for artists, designers, photographers, writers, and digital dreamers to embark on a journey of self-improvement and skill refinement. From graphic design to photography, creative writing to 3D animation, and UX design to digital marketing, these courses offer a gateway to a new career starting this September.

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Common problems creatives are facing this autumn, and how to solve them

Creative Boom

Market saturation and fierce competition This autumn, one of the biggest concerns among creatives is the increasingly saturated market and the resulting intense competition for jobs and clients. Graphic designer and illustrator Emma Rodriguez expresses this frustration: "The job market in the creative industry is so competitive.

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8 of the best new courses on business development for creatives

Creative Boom

If self-doubt or imposter syndrome is holding you back from taking the next step in your creative career, this course is designed for you. In this 45-minute course, she digs into the science behind self-sabotage and shares the framework that allowed her to overcome the fear of failure. Sheri Riley knows how you feel.

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Annabel Wright on how self-publishing could empower women in business

Creative Boom

In a world where business books are predominantly written by men, Annabel Wright of Whitefox Publishing explores how joining the dots with independent self-publishing could provide the perfect platform for female-identifying entrepreneurs who want to share their professional voice. A springboard for success.

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

Creative Boom

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. Having built much of his career designing creative marketing for movies and TV series, from digital and social media campaigns to one-sheets and OOH, this has posed a big problem. "As

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

Creative Boom

Although some professional graphic designers are self-starters, most will have taken some sort of course. Many graphic designers have carved out successful careers through self-study alone: by following online tutorials, reading books, watching training videos, and a lot of trial-and-error.