What really separates junior designers from senior ones? It’s not just about mastering tools faster, or clocking more years on the job. The real difference lies in mindset: how you approach problems, make decisions, and navigate situations without supervision. It’s the shift from reacting to reflecting, from execution to intention. One of the most telling signs of growth is … [Read more...]
“What’s The Most Fraudulent Thing You’ve Done As A Graphic Designer?” – Here’s What Designers Are Saying
Ah, the secret life of graphic designers, it's not all about making pretty pictures. A recent Reddit thread revealed some of the sneaky things designers have done with their skills. It all started with a designer who altered a friend's kid's birth certificate to make her look younger, scoring cheaper Disneyland tickets. Turns out, many designers have their own stories of … [Read more...]
“Do We Designers Complain Too Much?”
A graphic designer recently turned to Reddit to raise a thought-provoking question: Do we, as designers, complain too much? The conversation goes beyond personal grievances, addressing the broader issues of misunderstanding by clients, undervaluation by peers, and the fear of new technologies disrupting the industry. This brings up an important point: Does constantly … [Read more...]
“I’m A Graphic Design Student And I Feel Like I Picked The Wrong Field. What Do I Do?”
A design student recently turned to Reddit to voice their concerns about their future in graphic design, amidst widespread concerns over the industry's downturn and tales of job dissatisfaction. With graduation looming, they're worried about their job prospects, especially since their education didn't cover the wide range of skills listed in job postings. Despite enjoying … [Read more...]
“I Have A Job Offer That Will Double My Salary, But I’m Feeling Guilty Leaving My Old Job Because…”
A graphic designer recently turned to Reddit to express mixed feelings about a job interview that could significantly increase their salary. Their post outlines the tempting offer of moving from a $50k to an $80k salary and assuming a senior role, but it's not without its emotional baggage. The designer shares concerns about leaving their current company, where they have … [Read more...]
Graphic Designers, Here’s A Quick Recap Of The Year You Had
It's that time of the year when you look back as a graphic designer and wonder how it went. How many times did you hear AI will replace you at work? Which client gave you sleepless nights with 23 revisions of a simple logo? How many weekends were spent designing UIs that were rejected by your boss on Monday morning? How much portfolio-worthy work did you do? UK-based … [Read more...]
33 Memes That’ll Make Every Designer Laugh
Calling all graphic designers, pixel pushers, and Photoshop wizards! Are you tired of staring at your screen, battling uncooperative clients, and squinting at never-ending lines of code? Well, fear not, because we have the ultimate antidote to your creative woes: funny memes designed especially for you! Prepare to chuckle, snort, and maybe even snort-laugh as we dive into a … [Read more...]
The Art Of Deck Making – How To Create Presentations That Win Clients
"The success of your presentation will be judged not by the knowledge you send, but by what the listener receives." - Lilly Walters. A good presentation deck will tell a story that will connect with the client on an emotional level. Before we ask our clients to make a financial investment, we must first ask them to make an emotional one. Just like any form of … [Read more...]
37 Epic Memes For Graphic Designers
Stuck in the middle of a tough project with a stiff deadline? Is your client giving you sleepless nights? Are you tired of your boss micromanaging everything? If your answer is yes, then you need a healthy dose of meme-therapy to brighten your day. Memes stimulate the release of endorphins that create a sense of well-being in the body. In a study of 472 graphic, web, and UI … [Read more...]
39 Epic Memes For Graphic Designers
Are you in the middle of a tough project with a tight deadline? Are your clients giving you sleepless nights? Are you tired of your creative director micromanaging everything? If yes, then what you need is a healthy dose of meme-therapy to help brighten up your day. Memes stimulate the release of endorphins that create a sense of well-being within the body. In a study of 450 … [Read more...]
Average Salaries Of Designers, Developers, And Photographers Around The World
Digital marketing service provider Yell Business looked into some of UK's most popular job roles and calculated the equivalent earnings for those jobs in other countries. We've shared the data for graphic designers, web developers, and photographers below. Yell has taken into account the cost-of-living index of each country in comparison to the UK, and calculated the … [Read more...]
35 Epic Memes For Graphic Designers
Are you in the middle of difficult project with a stiff deadline? Is your client giving you sleepless nights? Are you tired of your boss micromanaging everything? If yes, then what you need is a healthy dose of meme-therapy to help brighten up your day. In a study of 520 designers and developers, neuroscientists found that memes helped reduce work burnout by upto 64%. They … [Read more...]
Agency Creates Avengers-Inspired Superhero Logos For Agency Job Titles
Paris-based creative agency We Are Social has come up with a cool Instagram campaign that celebrates the talent, passion, and superpowers that go into some of advertising's most important jobs. The campaign features Avengers-inspired superhero logos for several agency job titles such as art director, copywriter, designer, producer, account manager, strategic planner, and … [Read more...]
32 Epic Memes For Graphic Designers
Stuck in the middle of tough project with a stiff deadline? Is your client being an unreasonable prick? Has your boss put the entire workload on you? If yes, then now is the time to indulge in some meme-therapy and brighten up your day. Memes have been scientifically proven to reduce work-related burnout by upto 57%. In a study of 480 designers and developers, … [Read more...]
This Brilliant Quiz By Adobe Tells You Exactly What Type Of Creative Personality You Have
Adobe Create Magazine has put together a fun quiz called Creative Types to help you uncover your unique creative personality. It analyzes your daily habits and creative tendencies, giving you a fresh perspective on how you think, work, and bring ideas to life. When you’re done, you’ll get practical tips on how to make the most of your strengths and even see which creative … [Read more...]
9 Things You Should Never Say To A Designer
If you've been in the creative business for a few years, you've definitely had your share of funny/dumb comments made by clients who don't have a damn clue, or clients who wanted to freeload, or clients who wanted to micromanage the entire design process. In the interest of designers everywhere, Weekly Design Grind has compiled a list of nine things clients (and everyone … [Read more...]
28 Epic Memes For Graphic Designers
Are you in the middle of a tough project with a stiff deadline? Is your boss or client being a d*ck? Are you tired of creating "Buy Two, Get One Free" flyers and banners? If yes, then indulge in some meme-therapy and brighten up your day. Scientific research has proven that memes help reduce work-related stress by stimulating the release of endorphins that trigger a sense of … [Read more...]
Shit Clients Say – 13 Most Unforgettable Quotes
How many times have you had a client send a list of "final" changes AFTER they've approved the design? What about when they ask you to find an image from Google, or copy someone else's logo, or when they tell you to deliver designs by Monday after briefing on Friday? We all come across unreasonable client demands on a daily basis, but the folks at BeeWits have a dedicated … [Read more...]
20 Memes Every Designer Will Relate To
Are you in the middle of a tough project with a stiff deadline? Is your client or boss being a prick? Are you tired of creating "Buy One, Get One" ads and banners? If yes, then indulge in some meme-therapy and brighten up your day. Memes have been scientifically proven to help reduce work stress by stimulating the release of endorphins that trigger a sense of well-being … [Read more...]
When You’re President Of The United States, But Also A Graphic Designer
Every designer has a list of design software that they prefer, and a list of software that they absolutely detest, but are compelled to use sometimes. Based on common likes and dislikes for popular design software, Gombo Digital has come up with an epic video meme that shows what President Obama's preferences would be, if he were a graphic/web/UI designer. Which programs and … [Read more...]
21 Memes Only Graphic Designers Will Understand
Monday can be a tricky day for designers, with clients, bosses, and deadlines breathing down their necks. We thought you guys could use some meme therapy to help brighten up your day. Check out the compilation below, and don't forget to browse through some of our other popular meme posts. … [Read more...]
9 Things Graphic Designers Want To Tell Clients, And Everyone Else
How many times have you received a design brief that asks you to copy someone else's logo? Or a brief that says "Just come up with a few quick logos." Has a client ever asked you to use Comic Sans? London-based product designer Anneke Short has come up with a series of minimalist posters titled "Confessions of a Designer" that feature nine things every graphic designer would … [Read more...]
13 Things Client Servicing Executives Should Never Say To Graphic Designers
If you've ever worked in a creative agency, you must be aware of the love-hate (or hate-hate) relationship between client servicing executives and designers. CSEs have to manage client expectations and their primary objective is to keep the client happy. Designers want to keep the client happy too, but they don't want to compromise on aesthetics and creativity. Taking a … [Read more...]
25 Memes Designers And Agencies Will Relate To
Feeling bored at work? Have 5 minutes to spare before your boss comes back from a meeting? If yes, then check out these 25 epic memes that every mouse-weilding, client-bashing, font-loving designer will relate to. Warning: Some of these memes might make you question your choice of profession. This is perfectly normal. If symptoms persist after 48 hours, please talk to a … [Read more...]
Why Some Designers Are More Valuable Than Others
How is it that some designers are able to charge significantly more than others? What makes them worth their price? What makes them more valuable? In this insightful video by The Futur, Chris Do explains how your value as a designer is determined by the quality of the questions you ask. Low value questions like "Do you want red or blue, small or big font?" are pedantic and … [Read more...]
How To Deal With A Boss Who Wants You To Work Overtime For Free
How do you deal with a manager or a boss who asks you to work overtime, without extra pay? Should you work the extra hours for free just because everyone else is still in office? The answer is NO, you shouldn't, if it's outside of your contract. The creative industry has made it a norm to work overtime, but if you're not able to finish your work in the stipulated time, you … [Read more...]
9 Funny WhatsApp Conversations Between Clients And Designers
Conventional wisdom says that you should avoid work-related conversations with a client on WhatsApp. All professional communication should take place via email. Not only does that avoid confusion and unaccountability, but it also saves you from the headache of having an unreasonable client breathing down your neck with a message every five minutes. On that note, Egypt-based … [Read more...]
How To Successfully Present Logo Designs To Clients
How do you show logo designs to clients? Do you just email multiple options and let them choose the one they like? Do your clients ask for excessive revisions? Do they often change their minds after you show your designs? If the logo is the product, the presentation is the packaging. In this video, Ben Burns, digital director at California-based creative agency Blind, shares … [Read more...]
Funny Agency Memes That Designers And Creatives Will Relate To
You know the feeling when a client asks you why the button in your mock-up JPG isn't working. Or when the account manager tries to brief you on a Friday at 6 PM. How about the mornings when your creative director walks in with a constipated look on his/her face and you know he/she's going to take a dump on all the work you've done so far? The Incumbent Agency, an online … [Read more...]
17 Memes Every Graphic Designer Will Relate To
Having a long day at work? Boss giving you a hard time? Client being a prick? Then indulge in some meme therapy and brighten up your day. Memes stimulate the release of endorphins in your brain, which reduces stress levels and makes you forget about work problems and deadline-related anxiety. In a study of more than 150 working professionals, scientists found that when … [Read more...]
Designers Share Valuable Advice They Would Give To Their Younger Selves If They Could Go Back In Time
If you could go back in time and give advice about the graphic design profession to your younger self, what would it be? Would you suggest building a diverse portfolio early on, or networking more effectively? What about the importance of continual learning and staying abreast of evolving design trends? Understanding the value of constructive criticism and resilience in … [Read more...]
8 Types Of Clients You Never Want To Work With
Which type of clients do you find the most difficult to work with? The design experts who think they have an eye for design? The penny pinching visionaries with tiny budgets and huge expectations? Or the workaholic clients who work round the clock and expect you to do so as well? GetCRM has put together a relatable infographic that lists the eight types of difficult clients … [Read more...]
What People Say In Meetings Vs. What They Actually Mean
The best way to kill an idea is to take it to a meeting. How many times have you found yourself in a meeting or a brainstorming that has no purpose? What's even funnier is how people use industry jargons to impress their bosses and look like experts. Fast Company brought together some of New York's finest comedians to show what it really means when people use phrases like … [Read more...]
19 Memes Only Graphic Designers Will Understand
Having a long day at work? Client giving you a hard time? Boss being a prick? Then indulge in some meme therapy and brighten up your day. Memes stimulate the release of dopamine in your brain and make you forget about work problems and deadline-driven stress. In a study of more than 200 working professionals, scientists found that when co-workers receive memes from you, it … [Read more...]
Designer Shows How People In Other Professions React When Asked For Free Stuff
Josiah Brooks is an animator, game designer, and musician based in Victoria, Australia. He spends most of his time creating content on his Youtube Channel Jazza, where he teaches people how to draw, animate, and paint. Josiah loves his work, but like most artists, he gets a lot of requests from people asking him to work for free. Frustrated with such requests, Brooks wanted … [Read more...]
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