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Part One: Finding Inspiration As part of a four part series in advance of the next thread Bristol, we are writing a collection of articles on why we think creative talks are so important for a sense of togetherness, community and inspiration. The...
Posted by: Fiasco Design
Retail e-commerce sales are set to hit an eye-popping $5.4 trillion by the end of this year; even so, many would be surprised to realise that the average conversion rate ranges between 1% and 4% for many industries. These statistics make it clear...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
You’re an expert in your respective field and you’re confident that a stellar freelance career lies ahead of you. I know the feeling because I’ve been there. Freelancing gives you a lot of freedom and hope in the very beginning. While this is...
Posted by: Laura Buckler
Happiness is more important to UK teens than earning lots of money and being rich, according to a MediaCom study on the aspirations and worries of young people. The research showed that nearly three quarters (73%) of teens believe being happy is more...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Perhaps it's hard-wired into the very nature of the internet (after all, almost anyone can publish one) but it's increasingly difficult to find a really good website. As so much focus rests on social interaction and 'sharing', it seems as though the...
Posted by: Magnus Shaw
The culture at a company is more important than the talent employed, according to Chris Hirst, European and UK group CEO at Havas. The exec held a session at Creativepool's Connect London festival and shared his thoughts on what makes a great leader...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
In the final part of our series on learning how to navigate the world of creative talks and events, and how to make the most of them, we turn our attention to using them for growth - both in terms of your business and personal prospects. If you have...
Posted by: Fiasco Design
As creatives, we’re forever being told to lean into our wilder impulses and “think different”. But if standing apart is so vital, why are we seeing so many brands following the same trends and looking so interchangeable? Brands...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
Marketing and advertising are two essential components of any successful business. However, while they are often used interchangeably, there are significant differences between the two terms in terms of application and intent. Here, I’ll be...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
Branding is much more than a logo or a single graphic element associated with your organisation. When thinking about your brand, you really want to consider your entire customer experience… everything from your logo, website, social media...
Posted by: Progression Design
Having covered how to get yourself out there and conquer networking, and realising the benefits of attending creative talks and events, we now turn our attention to getting going with the work in question. After all, starting at something, no matter...
Posted by: Fiasco Design
Post-truth is, when taken on its own terms, is a pretty terrifying concept. Without the truth, the objective becomes subjective, and facts can be acknowledged or ignored based on personal bias. What you’re left with is the cultural and...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
It’s often said, or at least I’ve heard, that, ‘well, everyone’s a designer’; the inference being everyone’s opinion is equally valid when it comes to really subjective stuff (like ‘design’.) But...
Posted by: Richard
Following on from our discussion last week on why creative talks are so important for a sense of inspiration, we’re now looking another reason we believe creative talks are vital to the creative world - networking. This article will look at how...
Posted by: Fiasco Design
We have some important information regarding your profile... It looks stunning! The Creativepool Developers have just released another long list of improvements to the site. The biggest being a complete overhaul of your profile: from Profiles to...
Posted by: Creativepool
Sited just off Fleet Street, the very first agency for which I worked was called 'Riley' and it was great. Inevitably though, I eventually moved on (sooner than I should have, actually) and 'Riley' changed too. In a large-scale, late nineties...
Posted by: Magnus Shaw
Transport for London, the Metropolitan Police Service, British Transport Police, City of London Police and M&C Saatchi have teamed up for a new campaign that encourages people to report any unwanted sexual behaviour (USB) they experience on public...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Remember what a pain using a website used to be? Leaving aside the time it took for a page to load, which was often sufficiently long to allow a quick city break, it wasn't unusual to find the navigation wrongly linked, or the image files so large...
Posted by: Magnus Shaw
Cannes Lions 2018 was a more reserved affair than perhaps we were used to, but it was no less inspiring. Indeed, many found the atmosphere this year to be a little more relaxed and a little more open. Whether this was by happenstance or design, it...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
The Annual 2021 deadline is now little more than a week away. Like every year, entries have been flowing in from all over the industry, and if you are thinking about putting the finishing touches on your entries, you are probably not alone in...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Illustrator Dima Kashtalyan is a believer in the beauty of uniqueness and the power of making a difference through art. Having started out his career as a graffiti and mural artist, Dima's style is beautifully detailed and evocative, just as you...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
This week, on May 25, data protection rules across Europe will undergo the biggest change in the last two decades. It's a change two years in the making. In April 2016, after years of negotiations and legal tussling, officials agreed upon the...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
We’ve already looked back at the year that was 2023 and what a year it was. But what kind of magazine would we be if we didn’t also cast our sights on the next 12 months? Of course, there are a few trends you can expect to see pop up...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
A short article I wrote. Provides guidance and support for individuals who have been affected by recent layoffs. It covers the difficulties of job searching, tips for successful communication with hiring managers, and the importance of finding a...
Posted by: Peter Stylianou
Adam Kerj is chief creative officer and MD at Accenture Interactive, Nordics. Having had a long and successful career at global agency level, he's experienced the ups and downs of doing day-to-day client work and believes it's currently the most...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Content is king. This is an adage we’re probably all sick of by now, but it still rings true in many ways. What is the internet without content, after all? This is why content managers remain one of the most important individuals for many...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Written by Nathan Mayatt, Workstation - Specialist creative and digital recruiters since 1989. Keeping ahead of the game by making sure your skills are up-to-date is essential to protect yourself over the next couple of years. The market has become...
Posted by: Creativepool
Rabatho Laka’s journey from a young cartoon enthusiast to an acclaimed Art Director at Machine, part of the prestigious Publicis Groupe, is nothing short of inspiring. With roots in Johannesburg and a creative process that blends maximal...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Meet Charlotte Black, the dynamic Executive Director of Strategy at Saffron Brand Consultants. With a diverse background that blends business acumen with creative flair, Charlotte leads a global team dedicated to crafting innovative brand strategies....
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
How did you get into the industry? My educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Arts and Culture Studies (IBACS) from Erasmus University Rotterdam, Netherlands, which I completed between 2016 and 2019. Additionally, I earned a Master's...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
What is a brand identity? Your brand identity can also be referred to as your corporate identity and goes beyond simple logo design or branding services. Instead, it includes any tangible element that lets you differentiate yourself from the...
Posted by: Think
Graphic design is an essential element in today's digital age, as it can help businesses communicate their brand message and stand out in a crowded market. However, not all businesses have the skills or resources to create high-quality designs...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
The number of active internet users has increased every year for the last 20 years. The technological advancements of society have had a staggering effect on marketing. Marketing began as a simple job of posting an ad in your newspaper or buying a 30...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Good user experience isn't measured by how attractive a website or application can be. There are a number of elements at play when designing effective online UX, but most of them run through clarity of communication and accessibility. Following the...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Javier Suso, CEO of VCCP Spain, talks about increased competition for ad agencies and what his company is doing to combat that threat in this industry influencer interview. He also outlines the importance of company culture, how his former bosses...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
The newest colour-coding technology, from WGSN, could change the way we look at colour. WGSN, the world’s leading forecaster of global trends, recently launched its own colour-coding system, Coloro, in partnership with China Textile...
Posted by: Coloro
