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Is LinkedIn still a useful platform for creatives?

Creative Boom

But is it really the right platform for creative networking? At a time when platforms are rising and falling with alarming regularity, LinkedIn stands as something of an anomaly: a professional networking site that's maintained its relevance for nearly two decades. So LinkedIn is my digital networking marketplace now."

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Rise of the machines: How illustrators can avoid being replaced by AI

Creative Boom

Nurture these relationships and build a network of repeat clients who can recommend you in the future. Get to know people through real-life networking events or sell your artwork at markets. Seek out clients who value quality illustration and can recognise an AI-generated image when they see one.

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DixonBaxi rebrands US TV network The CW as it expands its content mix

Creative Boom

The American TV network known for youth-oriented entertainment and reality shows is now adding sports to its offering. The CW is an American television network which got its name from the initials of its founders, CBS and Warner Bros. Recently, though, the network expanded its programming to include sports and other types of content.

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Big Chief Demond Melancon Is Rewriting the Definition of Contemporary Art Through Beads

Design Milk

Their core services are education programs, advocacy, network building and emergency relief. CERF+ serves artists who work in craft disciplines by providing a safety net to support strong and sustainable careers. Lunch with Picasso, Demond Melancon, 2021.

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5 Ways to Improve Your Graphic Design Skills

Designer Daily

Network With Other Designers Networking is essential for any creative professional. Becoming an expert in graphic design takes time and dedication, but it’s definitely worth the effort. You can also take part in design competitions or follow design trends to stay up-to-date on the latest industry news.

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Successful creatives share how they won their first client (so you can too)

Creative Boom

The lesson is that it definitely pays not to burn bridges! Build a network These ideas can help get you started, but ultimately you need to start building a wider network of contacts in order to maximise your freelance opportunities. So my advice would be to build a network of people you like and want to work with.

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Where the creative industry is heading, and how to survive the next 15 years

Creative Boom

Design, writing and creativity as commercial outputs are definitely being democratised through the new tools, turbo-charged by AI," he continues. Building strong networks We won't sugar-coat things: none of this is going to be easy. Always keep networking. Especially if we're here for the long haul, it feels inevitable.