Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Image licensed via Adobe Stock As the news continues to look grim and the economy struggles, what can creatives do to stay happy and productive? And when that coincides with personal struggles in getting enough work to survive, it can lead to some pretty dark thoughts. The Creative Boom community share their top tips. It's not you!"

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Creatives share their views on the way forward. But while that may be helping them sell more ads, it's leaving creatives somewhat baffled. Meanwhile, you can read the full discussion on Twitter here. Many creatives have found switching platforms to be a better way forward. Image licensed via Adobe Stock. More videos.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 23, 2023

So how can you survive the next few years as a creative freelancer? It simply means leaning into your value and effectively communicating what makes you unique, what differentiates you from your competition, and how you can prove to clients in a crowded field that you're the best option above anyone else.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 7, 2024

As a graphic designer or branding studio, getting your latest project featured in Creative Boom can significantly boost your visibility and reputation. As editor, I receive hundreds of emails daily. In this and everything else, please don't worry about trying to write everything in flowery language or typical "marketing speak".

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Just Creative

JANUARY 3, 2021

You need an inbound marketing strategy to attract potential clients. That’s where a blog can help you. We’ll also give you a few tips in each step that will help you start implementing this strategy to build a powerful brand. Before you can start creating content, you have to be clear on your blog’s niche.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Creative industry expert Laura Carrick offers six invaluable tips to help you promote yourself and boost your career opportunities and earnings. But either way, you may well be thinking in frustration: "I'm a graphic designer, not a marketing expert!" If you're in a job, you must sell yourself to your managers and colleagues.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 13, 2022

So the more advice you can get, the better. That can lead to sleepless nights, missed deadlines and ultimately a bad reputation, so it's important to strike the right balance between keeping busy and overextending yourself. Slowly, I found my way to create my own design. © Jungmin Ryu. All images courtesy of the artists.

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Just Creative

JULY 20, 2020

In 2020, content plays a central role in your marketing efforts. We’ve gathered together 10 growing digital marketing trends for 2020 that might inspire you to rethink your marketing strategy. If you can’t afford a professional cinematography crew to shoot your items and products, you can even opt for DIY videos.

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Creative Boom

JULY 7, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock In the week that Meta launches Threads , we ask: can new platforms bring social media back to life? On a good day, I still like to share and stay on top of it, but the whole algorithm thing of late has reminded me that we can lose many hours of hard work because we do not own the platform.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

In a normal year, that can generate a sense of unease. And there are plenty of useful things that creative freelancers can do to stay productive, focused and positive during these quieter periods. In the meantime, you can read the entire thread here. Knowing more people and having answers to their problems helped way more.

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Creative Boom

MAY 2, 2022

You can be the best coder in creation, but that doesn't always translate into success as a web designer. We spoke with Matt Konarzewski of Vision Marketing to outline three of the biggest howlers. A well-designed site can help clients grow, attract more visitors and even turn them into happy customers.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

With online learning platforms like Skillshare, Creative Live and Domestika, you can find many brilliant online courses that are short and easy to follow. And because the best of these are led by experienced professionals, who've walked the walk and talked the talk, the things you learn from them can often be life-changing.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 19, 2024

For instance, clients sometimes get tired of the same begging email saying, "Got any work?" At the 11th hour, they've drawn something, but they're not happy with it, and they ask for a deadline extension so they can have another go. Takeaway Be honest and realistic about what you can achieve. And we are all busy people.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

This meant that the brand had to consider its consumer-facing aspect and how it should communicate why it exists and how it can help. At the same time, StepChange needed to position itself as a leading authority for lenders to give their support and refer any clients who might need help with debt. So what to do?

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Creative Boom

APRIL 13, 2023

JKR was brought in to work with the company in order to help Nordstrom Rack stand out in a "competitive and loud" off-price retail market with a new brand identity that would help attract new customers and better connect with existing ones. "As The old logo next to the new one

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Graphic Design Junction

JULY 4, 2024

The digital marketing landscape is a constantly evolving beast. As we navigate 2024, several key trends are poised to reshape how businesses connect with their target audience and achieve marketing goals. The Rise of AI-Powered Personalization: Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept in marketing.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 13, 2022

Corebook is on a mission to help and wants to make PDF brand guidelines extinct by 2025. Next, you might have to scour your emails or the company intranet for random changes your boss introduced on an ad-hoc basis (you've been promised an updated PDF, but it hasn't yet been finalised). So what's the solution?

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

This meant that the brand had to consider its consumer-facing aspect and how it should communicate why it exists and how it can help. At the same time, StepChange needed to position itself as a leading authority for lenders to give their support and refer any clients who might need help with debt. So what to do?

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Couple that with the typical British fear of being seen to "show off", and the feeling that everyone on social media is doing better than you (even though they aren't), and even talented, experienced professionals can end up lacking confidence. Loads of nice emails. It's something we can all cultivate with a bit of effort.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 16, 2022

Play your cards right, and your worst client relationships can eventually become your best. These tips from the Creative Boom community will help you on your way. Furthermore, some of the worst client relationships can eventually turn out to be some of the best. Step away from your email for 30 minutes before responding.

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Just Creative

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

As businesses continue to divert their budgets toward content creation and digital marketing, so does the demand for marketing images, infographics, video content, social media marketing, packaging design and website design. In the age of digital marketing, graphic artists and designers have taken center stage.

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Just Creative

JUNE 28, 2020

There’s no doubt that marketing can be expensive, but it is necessary and vital for every business. If you want your business to grow, you need to invest in effective marketing strategies in one way or another. You can enter detailed information about your business which includes contact information, location and photos.

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Graphic Design Junction

AUGUST 23, 2021

You can save 40% on best-selling WordPress themes! To show you how theme works, we have created 600+ thematic websites so you can see how amazing this product is. Its ultimate aim is to help individuals and businesses in the coaching industry promote their speeches, services, and consultancies to the world easier. We say “No!”

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Creative Boom

MARCH 30, 2023

Despite the challenges and obstacles that stood in my way, I boldly decided to embark on a new journey towards a brighter future. And today, I can proudly say that I made the right choice - a choice that has empowered me to design a life full of creativity, purpose and endless possibilities. Your studies took place during the pandemic.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 4, 2024

But these creatives are taking a fresh approach to 2024, and their advice may help you, too. New technologies arrive, creating new ways of working and new types of products to create. We share some of the most interesting insights in the article below, while you can read the full range of responses here. You're not alone.

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Just Creative

APRIL 5, 2020

Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or just starting out, an essential way to grow your business is to be consistent with your marketing efforts. As more and more people use the internet, launching a website is the perfect way to showcase your products and services to potential customers. Create a Website.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 2, 2024

And this can compound the eternal 'feast and famine' problem freelancers have always faced. Plus, because many other creatives and studios already use these tools, familiarity with them can also be a useful marketable skill. Notion Notion is a great choice if you want a project management tool you can easily customise.

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Graphic Design Junction

JUNE 21, 2023

Our themes are all designed to be easy to use and customize, so you can create a website that looks and feels exactly the way you want it to. You can easily customize your theme with our drag-and-drop builder, and our documentation is comprehensive and easy to follow. New Demos on the way. For a limited time only.

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Just Creative

MAY 13, 2020

The coronavirus pandemic shows us how something microscopic can have such a humongous impact on the world. Managing a remote team isn’t easy and the transition can take a while. This feat is even harder for marketing teams, who need constant communication and work primarily on feedback. All-In-One Software Platforms.

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Just Creative

DECEMBER 6, 2020

Freelancing is an excellent way to achieve that freedom you have always wanted. Undoubtedly, it can – and will – be hard work, but the earning potential, rewards and personal development opportunities are endless. People have become wise to calls and emails like this, and some are fed up with them.

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Just Creative

JANUARY 3, 2021

Similarly, marketing practices have also evolved to adapt to changing customer behaviors and preferences. Just like social media marketing and email marketing , email design has undergone a tremendous transformation over the years, and it is set to reinvent new possibilities in 2021. Bold Typography.

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Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Through my work with diverse clients, I've discovered that a well-crafted brand identity can increase customer loyalty by up to 40%. You'll learn proven strategies that have helped my clients stand out in their industries, and I'll share real-world examples as a success story. Let's ensure you don't make the same mistakes.

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Graphic Design Junction

JUNE 16, 2021

Free t-shirt mockups allow you to present your designs on a shirt in a realistic way. All t-shirt mockups are easily edited via smart-object in Photoshop (detailed step by step help is included). In every scene you can adjust your own light and select an appropriate background. T-Shirt Mockups (FREE & PREMIUM).

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Graphic Design Junction

JULY 17, 2023

Email marketing is a valuable tool for businesses of all sizes, but it’s important to use it wisely. By validating your email addresses before you send out your next campaign, you can ensure that your emails are reaching the right people and that you’re not wasting your time and money.

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Just Creative

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

Also, good news – logo presentation can be automated, saving you a ton of time. With tools like Gingersauce , you can generate detailed logo presentations simply by uploading a logo. They attach jpg files with different logo versions to an email. This is what sets you apart from the rest of the market.

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Just Creative

AUGUST 18, 2020

Life is way too short not to send automated emails as a marketing strategy. With the way this year has been rolling out, integrating automated emails can make a notable difference in your bottom line by converting a passing inquirer into a loyal, diehard customer. Now is the time to take action!

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Making sure your web page has a name that is catchy and easy to remember helps hugely with visibility. Other things that might help are taking advantage of SEO, social media and even email marketing campaigns. However, a website that is easy to use goes a long way in making a great design. White Space. Conclusion.

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