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Creative Boom
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
And even if you're still managing to keep on top of the rent, there's no shame in feeling a little down about your prospects for continuing success as a freelancer. Art director and illustrator Neil Swaab recalls: "One of the best moments was getting to see my art used as key art for a Broadway musical. What a cool moment!"
Creative Boom
FEBRUARY 19, 2023
For creative freelancers, the start of the year is often a quiet time, with few enquiries coming in. And there are plenty of useful things that creative freelancers can do to stay productive, focused and positive during these quieter periods. That's how graphic designer Sarah Fisher sees it, anyway.
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Creative Boom
FEBRUARY 26, 2023
Image licensed via Adobe Stock Deciding what to charge is one of the biggest challenges of being a freelancer. It's one of the most maddening things about freelancing: how do you set your rates? But at least it will help give you a baseline to think about your freelance rates and how you can get there over time.
Creative Boom
MARCH 15, 2023
Image licensed via Adobe Stock It's all very well offering advice in theory, but how do freelancers and studios actually find their dream clients in practice? When you look at your list of clients, we all have a favourite. So many great clients have come to me through weak ties," she says. Or perhaps not.
Creative Boom
JUNE 13, 2022
Going it alone as an illustrator is full of challenges, from creative to administrative. We asked ten successful freelance illustrators to share the benefit of their experience to date, and they all shared valuable tips and insights. Slowly, I found my way to create my own design. Try out different styles.
Creative Boom
OCTOBER 31, 2023
Graphic designer and art director Rafael Medeiros shares his experiences. 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.
Creative Boom
APRIL 23, 2023
Image licensed via Adobe Stock With the economy looking a little flat, most freelancers must put more work into selling themselves. So how can you survive the next few years as a creative freelancer? Ultimately, whatever the broader picture, there will always be clients who are desperate to hire good people.
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