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Annabel Wright on how self-publishing could empower women in business

Creative Boom

According to the Publishers Association, most senior roles in publishing are held by women. Publishing, however, is different – at least on the surface. A study from 2019 found that just 28 per cent of women were in full-time or self-employed work three years after childbirth, while the employment rate for men was 90 per cent.

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Leah Jacobs-Gordon on the artistry of book cover design

Creative Boom

Alongside these endeavours, she's carved out a niche as a freelance book designer, creating covers for a range of international publishers across various genres. My first potential catch was in publishing, where I interviewed with a small independent publisher," she explains. Ultimately, though, she didn't need to choose. "My

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Anniversary book from Semi Permanent is a 20-year time capsule of stunning creativity

Creative Boom

It also includes fresh contributions from filmmaker Roman Coppola, industrial designer Sabine Marcelis, architect Bjarke Ingels, artist CJ Hendry, and digital entrepreneur Mikaela Jade. Designed in-house, the book archives significant projects from the past as well as significant ideas that can guide us into the future.

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16 frequently asked questions answered to help you become a graphic designer

Creative Boom

Whether in the form of a printed brochure or a digital app, the most important part is 'to perform a function'. In practice, a graphic designer typically works with various media, including both print and digital, to create designs that meet the needs of their clients or employers. What does a graphic designer do?

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Rafael Medeiros on enduring the Hollywood strikes as a freelance graphic designer

Creative Boom

Rafael has now been self-employed for just shy of four years, and his goal is to stay independent and continue to grow his practice. Having built much of his career designing creative marketing for movies and TV series, from digital and social media campaigns to one-sheets and OOH, this has posed a big problem. "As

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Instagram is dead to us. so what's next for creatives?

Creative Boom

By narrowing your focus and specialising in particular services or industries, you can become the go-to expert, whether it's creating compelling infographics for educational publishers or bespoke branding for tech startups. Then maybe it's time to ditch it and employ these tried-and-true strategies instead.

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20 Essential Digital Tools for Freelancers in 2024

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Project Visualization: Employ timeline and calendar views for a clear overview of project timelines and schedules. Learn more about Toggl: RescueTime RescueTime is a tool designed to enhance productivity by helping individuals and teams understand and manage their digital habits. Asana Premium: $10.99/user/month. user/month.