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Inspiration

The Resurgence of Print: Why Tangible Media Still Matters #PurposeMonth

In the third decade of the 21st century, screens are everywhere and that’s proven quite destructive for traditional print media. Also factor in the world’s shift towards sustainable practices and it would appear as if the age of tangible...

Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
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Inspiration

A modular rebrand for a bold gaming platform #BehindTheBrand

This week, I spoke to Nikola Jellačić, Chief Marketing Officer at online casino brand Casumo, about their recent rebranding by SNASK. What was the brief for the rebrand? The initial brief was a brand refresh rather than a full rebrand. But we...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Inspiration

Wayfair gets out of your head and into your home # BehindTheIdea

Wayfair, one of the world’s largest online destinations for all things home, recently launched the third iteration of its integrated strategic campaign “Go Your Own Wayfair”. This is the first spot of the campaign developed by Jung...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Industry

Free Annual 2024 Entries

You have just 2 weeks left to enter Annual 2024! If you haven't had a chance to look over the categories on the submission form, nomination form or managed to download the entry pack, you might not have noticed that we have a number of free...

Posted by: Creativepool
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Industry

The Importance of Brand Consistency

I can’t tell you how many businesses I’ve spoken to who believe that branding is getting a new logo and slapping it on all of their marketing. But there’s much more to brand consistency than that, and I wanted to share with you how getting...

Posted by: Tony Clarkson
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Inspiration

Shape craft a bold new identity for Women Deliver #BehindTheBrand

In March this year, “positive impact” agency Shape rebranded Women Deliver, a global advocacy organization. To learn more, we spoke to Geli Luna, Associate Design Director, and Ayesha Gardiner, Associate Strategy Director at Shape. What...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Leaders

#Annual2024 – What the Judges want to see this year

After months spent sifting through some of the most creative work of the last year, Creativepool’s expert panel of judges are finally ready to pick the cream of the crop. This year’s expertly curated panel stands as our most diverse yet....

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Leaders

Are female board members more guilty of greenwashing?

With 72% of brands stating that one of their biggest fears is to be accused of greenwashing, Bec Peel looks at its impact on brands and how they can communicate sustainability issues with clarity. I’ve read a few reports recently on the...

Posted by: Continuous
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Features

ManVsMachine – Will AI Take My Job as an Animator? #PurposeMonth

It was one of those eventualities we all saw on the horizon, but we didn’t think it would creep up on us all so fast. AI has not just changed the playing field for copywriters and designers; it’s slowly seeping into the world of animation...

Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
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Inspiration

Whiskies chiselled from stone #BehindTheBrand

Culture-first creative agency LOVE have helped design and create Wildmoor, a new seven-strong range of whiskies by William Grant & Sons (WG&S) inspired by Scotland’s rugged beauty. LOVE was brought on board to help fashion WG&S’s stock of...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Features

The Need for Conscious Creative on Social Media #SustainabilityMonth

Social media holds a mirror up to our society, reflecting both our best intentions - and our worst habits. TikTok, Instagram, X, and Pinterest aren’t just platforms for sharing; they’re powerful tools for driving cultural and behavioural...

Posted by: Social Chain
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Exploring Creative Colleges in the USA for UI Design

When you're passionate about user interface (UI) design, choosing the right college can feel like a crucial step in crafting your future career. But with so many educational institutions offering programs in UI design and related fields, how do you...

Posted by: Creativepool Partner
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Features

The rise of the challengers

Purpose-driven brands are proving that businesses can be a force for good, while changing consumer behaviour and unsettling the incumbents. Our Brand Strategist, James, tells us more. In a world that’s rapidly changing and constantly...

Posted by: Better
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Workshop

How to Hire a Furniture Designer

In the realm of interior design, furniture plays a pivotal role-it’s the bridge between aesthetics and functionality. Whether you’re renovating your home, office, or commercial space, selecting the right furniture designer is critical....

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Workshop

How to hire a 3D Designer

In today’s increasingly digital world, the demand for 3D designers is on the rise. Whether you want to visualize a product, bring a virtual world to life, or create captivating animations, choosing the right 3D designer is critical. With so...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Inspiration

#MemberSpotlight on graphic designer Gemma Buss

How did you get into the industry? I honestly had no idea what I was going to do after university (studying a Fine Art BA), and panic email blasted pretty much every creative agency in Sussex. One agency came back to me in Brighton offering the...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Inspiration

How to avoid own goals with Snickers #BehindTheIdea

Snickers has kicked off its latest campaign, teaming up with football superstars Luka Modrić and Bukayo Saka. Helping football fans steer clear of embarrassing ‘own goals’, it’s a through the line campaign featuring TVC, OOH, Paid...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Industry

10 top tips to help you win creative awards

After 11 year's of running The Annual we've picked up a few key pointers on how to craft a winning awards entry. Below is the Top 10 tips from ourselves, previous judges and winners on how to create the perfect submission. 1. Tell A Story An...

Posted by: Creativepool
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Industry

How to Hire an Artworker

In the dynamic and inspiring realm of design, the magic lies in the eyes of creatives who can transform ordinary concepts into extraordinary visual experiences. Whether you’re a prominent design agency or a budding design venture, selecting the...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Leaders

Should Creative Directors be on the Board?

Creativity is typically viewed as a softer skill. Consequently, it’s rarely valued in business as much as it ought to be. When budgets are planned and operations strategised, finance and technology are favoured, with creative roles habitually...

Posted by: Dawn Creative
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Inspiration

Designit create a comedy series for Pluralsight #BehindTheIdea

What’s the obvious answer when putting together a campaign for an online education company? Create a four-part comedy series, of course! To learn more about this bonkers but brilliant idea, we spoke to the team behind it. What was the...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Workshop

How to hire a 2D Animator

In today's digital age, incorporating animation is essential for businesses and individuals to effectively communicate their ideas. Whether your goal is to produce captivating marketing materials, educational content, or creative animation projects,...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Features

A Dirty Secret: Design Doesn't Sell

Can I tell you a secret? As a branding designer and consultant, I've come to realize a truth that might ruffle a few feathers: Design, in and of itself, doesn't sell. Before you sharpen your pitchforks, allow me to elaborate. Design, particularly...

Posted by: Marc Posch
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Inspiration

Rebranding "God's waiting room" #BehindTheBrand

Hallmark Luxury Care Homes, the family-owned group of 22 care homes in England and Wales, relaunches with an all-new brand positioning and identity created by The Corner London. The work sees a complete overhaul of Hallmark’s brand strategy,...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial

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