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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. She credits social media. This was back in 2018, and things have only snowballed since then. "In When she's not working with clients, Xinyue likes to keep busy by creating personal work.

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How to Market Yourself as a Freelance Software Developer

Noupe

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 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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6 Effective Task Management Tips for Freelancers

Inkbot Design

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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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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Inspiring creative women to follow in 2022

Creative Boom

Her clients include global brands like Google, Twitter, Visa, and Microsoft and nonprofit organisations providing life-advancing support to vulnerable communities throughout the United States. Elsewhere, Olivia also works as a freelance sports reporter. Clients include IBM, World Community Grid and Tata Consultancy Services.

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How Much Do Graphic Designers Make?

Inkbot Design

Roles and Responsibilities Meet with clients or art directors to understand the goals, requirements, and target audience for designs. Full-time vs. freelance: Freelancers average around $42/hour. Graphic Designer Salary Growth Year Average Salary Growth % 2018 $50,370 – 2019 $51,840 2.9% What is a Graphic Designer?