article thumbnail

The eight things illustration agencies are looking for in 2025

Creative Boom

We are settling down to the idea that AI is just a tool , and while it can replicate artists' styles, the output is derivative by definition and often flawed. That said, illustration agencies continue to take commissions from exuberant clients with high hopes for their campaigns, publications, and media activity, online and in print.

Agency 482
article thumbnail

The eight things illustration agencies are looking for in 2025

Creative Boom

We are settling down to the idea that AI is just a tool , and while it can replicate artists' styles, the output is derivative by definition and often flawed. That said, illustration agencies continue to take commissions from exuberant clients with high hopes for their campaigns, publications, and media activity, online and in print.

Agency 447
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

D&AD Awards 2025: who won what?

Creative Boom

With the judging process changing dramatically this year, which agencies won big in the D&AD Awards 2025? Spreadbeats by FCB New York won in Digital Marketing for what the agency described as "Innovation through nostalgic technologies." For many, it's the biggest and most nerve-wracking night in the creative calendar.

article thumbnail

What does success look like to other creatives? It's probably not what you think

Creative Boom

Image licensed via Adobe Stock From financial milestones to family time, creative professionals reveal their evolving definitions of achievement and fulfilment. The traditional markers of success in the creative industries are a high-ranking, well-paid job at a prestigious agency, probably based in London or New York.

Agency 394
article thumbnail

Emily Jeffrey-Barrett on being heard, showing up, and building an agency where difference is the norm

Creative Boom

But she's also had the kind of career many dream of, leading award-winning work, founding her own agency Among Equals , and building a community of clients and collaborators she deeply believes in. It's our agency philosophy a rallying cry to do work that cuts through. of agencies are female-founded. I'm still working on it.

Agency 221
article thumbnail

How Falmouth University's online MAs are helping creatives find their true voice

Creative Boom

Everything from the rise of AI to the shakeout of agencies means that whatever stage you are in your career, you're probably thinking about your future more carefully than ever. As Max advises: "It's definitely not an easy two years, but it's completely worth it. We chat with staff and alumni to find out how it all works in practice.

Education 355
article thumbnail

10 Top Black Friday 2024 Deals for Designers and Agencies

HONGKIAT

BeTheme & BeBuilder 35% OFF wpDataTables Up to 70% OFF Trafft 50% OFF Agency Licenses Kalium 50% OFF Mobirise AI Website Builder 98% OFF XStore 30% OFF GetIllustrations 40% OFF All Collections Vectopus 30% OFF Total WordPress Theme 50% OFF 1. This option is especially valuable for agencies and resellers managing multiple clients.

Agency 52