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

Creative Boom

Born in Rio de Janeiro, Rafael Medeiros moved to LA in 2012 after graduating in Brazil in graphic design. After gaining residency without needing an employer sponsorship, he quit his job and pursued freelance full-time. How have the Hollywood writers' and actors' strikes impacted visual creatives?

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Luke Brookes on the death of Instagram and what has helped him to become a successful illustrator

Creative Boom

Using dramatic lighting against a restricted colour palette, Luke's been grabbing the attention of many an international client since he went freelance in 2012. Today, his portfolio is brimming with impressive editorial illustrations, book covers and packaging for the likes of Playboy, BBC, Virgin, and The Telegraph. "I

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Kevin Rooi on dealing with rejection, making best use of AI and being your own boss

Creative Boom

Born in the Caribbean and now based in the Netherlands, Kevin moved to Amsterdam in 2012 to study graphic design, and then spent the beginning of his career enjoying internships and placements at various outlets, including for online magazine DATmag. It opens doors to opportunities such as freelance gigs or finding a job.

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10 best artist and illustration agents in New York City

Creative Boom

With the rise of digital tools both for making art and sending it around the world in an instant, in one sense, it's now easier than ever to make money as a freelance illustrator. The agency was founded by Mohamed Danawi in 2012. But how on Earth do you find a market for your work? This is where illustration agents come into play.

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Collaboration Tips: How to Collaborate Among Designers

HONGKIAT

Guide to Online Collaborations: Useful Tips, Tools & Apps Guide to Online Collaborations: Useful Tips, Tools & Apps Note: This post was first published on the 4th Sept, 2012. Looking Good Whatever you work on, any creative piece that bears your name should be an asset to your portfolio , rather than something you’re ashamed of.

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Creative Market + Dribbble: Breaking Ground on Our Future Together

Creative Market

As the world’s marketplace for design, Creative Market has served designers and creators across the globe since 2012. Dribbble is the leading independent portfolio network for designers to showcase their work and ultimately find new freelance and full-time work opportunities.

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Lambrequim Branding: Weaving Culture and Contemporary Artistry by Carlos Bauer

We And The Color

Feel free to read more below the following images or check out Carlos Bauer’s portfolio on Behance. Since 2012, Carlos Bauer has been the driving force behind his freelance design endeavors, collaborating with studios and end clients alike. At the helm of this transformation stands the creative genius, Carlos Bauer.

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