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Xinyue Song escapes the patterns of everyday life with her happy and ironic illustrations

Creative Boom

Chinese illustrator Xinyue Song only graduated in 2018, yet she has already landed illustration work for the likes of Converse, CVS and Adidas. After completing a Bachelor's degree in graphic design and a Master's degree in Computer Arts from the hallowed institution, she started her career as a freelance illustrator. © Xinyue Song.

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6 Effective Task Management Tips for Freelancers

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6 Effective Task Management Tips for Freelancers This is Zoe Ashbridge, living the perfect dream life of every freelancer. But for most freelancers, this life is a mirage. As a freelancer, your organisational skill largely depends on your ability to manage tasks effectively. So, how do you do that? She worked twice a day.

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Meet Ash Phillips and Miro LaFlaga, the agency founders ditching 'grind culture' and pushing for meaningful change

Creative Boom

With backgrounds in graphic design and business management, Ash and Miro's journey began in 2015 as freelance creative directors producing visuals for local artists in Montréal. We escaped and started freelancing but then realised we'd set ourselves another trap, if that makes sense? During that time, I dropped into freelancing.

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How to Market Yourself as a Freelance Software Developer

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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) , this occupation is expected to grow by 21 percent between 2018 and 2028, which is much higher than the average job. At the same time, the number of people who are turning to freelance is also growing. In 2019, 35% of Americans were working as freelancers , up by 7 percent since 2013.

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Meet Shillington Graduates Who Became Freelance Graphic Designers

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Looking to become a freelance graphic designer ? At Shillington, with over 25 years experience, we know a thing or two about turning people from graphic design zeroes to freelance heroes—and we thought it would be helpful to share some of their experiences and journeys with you. ” Read more from Sarah.

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Daniel Sulzberg on how illustration has changed and what value artists can bring that AI can't replace

Creative Boom

The Santa Barbara-based illustrator has enjoyed plenty of success thus far, boasting clients such as Red Bull, Major League Soccer, and The Washington Post. I landed a job as a creative director for Red Bull Cartoon and learned how to illustrate for brands, and then I started to freelance on the side. We chat with Dan to find out more.

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Jade Purple Brown on colour obsession, copycats and how you learn to prioritise yourself

Creative Boom

But on discovering the delights of Photoshop and Illustrator one day, she began venturing into the world of graphic design and, later, illustration, picking up impressive roles at various brands such as Macy's and Moroccanoil before going freelance full-time in 2018. We all have to go through those lessons when freelancing.

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