Opinion
Finding courage and confidence after graduating
Graphic designer Jenny Taylor shares her experiences and advice, on finding courage and confidence after graduating.
Be a creative freak
Designer, illustrator and Founder Callum Ritchie shares his journey from Norwich University to embracing his inner “creative freak”.
To the class of 2021
Photographer, designer and illustrator Laura Tobin breaks down her thoughts on the question every 2021 grad dreads: “So what’s next?”
Making valuable connections
Podcast host, design student and master networker Jorja Taylor, shares her take on making valuable connections within the creative industry.
Mentorship: The value of guidance
Leeds-based creative, Holly Boden talks about her recent experiences with mentoring and some of the hurdles that guidance helped her overcome.
It’s not about finishing first
Matt Emmins shares his journey from grad show to Creative Lead at Other Media, including the ups and downs along the way.
Setting your own Instagram intentions
Shrewsbury based designer & illustrator Daniel Kevin Lloyd, explains why and how he overhauled the way he uses Instagram in 2020.
Getting an agency’s attention
Senior Brand Strategist, Jack Wimmer explains why the typical job-hunting process should be thrown out the window.
To generalise or specialise?
Jack of all trades vs. master of none… Rob McCrorie debates this age-old industry dilemma.
Not doing the ‘done’ thing
Independent design studio owner Maddy Russell discusses the obstacles and expectations she overcame to pursue her creative career.
Stop asking me for three years’ experience
Sinead Taylor shares her thoughts on the unrealistic requirements and expectations set by employers for graduates seeking junior roles in the design industry.
Designing for likes
Is the rise of the ‘Instagram Designer’ helping or hindering creatives?