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The Conjuring is one of the most popular horror film franchises ever and is sure to be a go-to choice for Halloween fans again this year. To get in the spirit, we thought we'd take another look at freelance producer and writer Tom Jorgensen's...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
In today's world of cutting-edge technology and visual storytelling, Visual Effects (VFX) play a vital role in enhancing the cinematic experience. Whether you are producing a movie, a television show, a commercial, or any other visual media project,...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Hiring a filmmaker can be a daunting task, especially for businesses or brands that are not familiar with the film industry. With the rise of video marketing, it is becoming increasingly important to create high-quality video content to promote...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Creative block, writer’s block, designer’s block - these nasty mental barriers are way too common in our work life as creatives and often hinder us from completing a project with the peace of mind we desire. If you’ve been a...
Posted by: Antonino Lupo
The man with the Bionic eyes In yet another case of reality catching up with science fiction, an elderly man in the UK has had his sight partially restored thanks to a cutting-edge, bionic retinal implant which converts images from a miniature...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
A Cinemagraph is a looped gif in which only a small part of the image is animated whilst the rest is motionless. They are a great way to add subtle details to what appear to be static images. In fact, they are not images at all but videos manipulated...
Posted by: Fotolia
There was a time, not too long ago, when crowdfunding was seen as a bit of a gimmick. Today, however, it’s a legitimate source of revenue for thousands of successful brands and for startups with a little wind already in their sails, it’s...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
Game art outsourcing is an efficient way to flexibly increase the size and skills of your game development team. However, it’s a decision not to be taken lightly. Finding a partner who is both reliable and passionate about your game is essential...
Posted by: MLC (Magna Ludum Creatives)
If you’re running an awards program, you have a unique opportunity to create a truly memorable experience for your judges. By providing value to your judges, you not only ensure the success of your awards experience but also hopefully cultivate...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
You may have heard some horror stories from around the industry about bad client-freelancer relationships and how disastrous they were for both parties. Clients paying late or not paying at all, sending back work which they’d previously signed...
Posted by: Antonino Lupo
As Creativepool evolves and transforms into a tool accelerating modern networking, the team is constantly evaluating the site to make it easier for you to keep track of what’s happening in your circles. Catch up on the latest release...
Posted by: Creativepool
Say what you want about adland, but it's always been an incredibly progressive industry, so it's only natural that many of the industry's biggest and best agencies and brands would want to piggyback on the social media frenzy surrounding...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
Adobe Edge is a suite of web development tools developed by Adobe Systems. Edge Animate has been developed as an alternative method of creating browser-delivered content. You can use Edge Animate to build interactive, responsive, animations based on...
Posted by: Academy Class
It all started innocently enough. Somebody I follow on Twitter, re-tweeted a post from somebody I don’t. The post suggested there had been severe wrongdoing in the Thatcher government of the 1980s, including the deeds of Mrs. Thatcher herself,...
Posted by: Magnus Shaw
In today's digital age, animation has become a powerful tool for storytelling, marketing, and engagement. Whether you need an animator for a commercial, a game, an explainer video, or a creative project, finding the right professional is crucial for...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Negotiating rates for creative work is a fine art that’s been complicated even further in recent years by AI. Securing fair compensation goes beyond just balancing the books though. It’s about recognising the worth of your craft and...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
Carlsberg is launching a new global brand campaign - Do the best things begin with curiosity? Probably - championing that all progress in the world starts with a spark of curiosity. The new campaign from Fold7 follows consumer research that...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
By Gaynelle Brautigam, Head of Innovation at Tactical Sometimes, inequality isn’t easy to spot until you experience it first-hand. For example, I never gave much thought to being a second-generation immigrant, until I started applying for my...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
How did you get into the industry? Hmm, so long ago now… I got into ‘editing stuff on a timeline to manipulate emotions’ from doing music production on an Amiga in my bedroom as a teenager and transferred that idea to video when...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
IMG is a global company heralded with founding sports marketing as we know it - founded by pioneering marketer and agent Mark McCormack, it all began with a handshake in 1960 and the world of sports changed forever. Last month, the company unveiled...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Tell us a bit about your role! Is there a “typical” day? I would say my main role is a cross between Mother Hen and judge - I support, listen, advise and in the end make a decision if one is needed from me. A typical day depends on...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Christmas is something of a mixed bag for me and has been ever since I made the decision to go freelance almost two decades ago now. On one hand, everyone else if off work so it’s tempting to take the opportunity to cool the jets for a week or...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
This year, Creativepool celebrated 10 years of creative excellence with the eighth edition of the Creativepool Annual and handed out over 250 prizes at a lavish Annual Launch Party in the centre of London. Without the individuals, however, the...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
Creative comms agency Innocean UK worked with long time client Kia on its most recent ad. The agency showcased the enticing design and class leading features of the Kia Sportage, with the help of a CGI firefly. In collaboration with director Lee J...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
The other day we were discussing the use of iconography with one of our clients as part of their organisation’s rebrand. After completing an audit of their marketing materials we pointed out that although they used a range of icons within their...
Posted by: Lark
With the hustle of the growing gig economy, freelancing has become the go-to avenue for many professionals. It’s that enticing dance between work-life balance and chasing one's passion. But every dance has its missteps, and freelancing is no...
Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
BBH is putting the spotlight on the nation’s most famous chicken burger - Burger King’s Chicken Royale in a campaign that taps into a truth that for some, the Home of the Whopper, isn’t all about the beef. But instead of a...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Storyboard artists play a crucial role in visual storytelling for various creative projects, including films, animations, video games, commercials, and more. Their ability to translate ideas into visual sequences helps directors, writers, and...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
At almost 15 minutes, The Call - a new work for the charity Switchboard LGBT+ - is not to your typical advert. It's a carefully balanced short that shows the breadth of support the charity offers, while tenderly touching upon the experiences faced by...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
When it comes to executing successful projects, hiring the right professionals is crucial. A project designer plays a vital role in shaping and bringing ideas to life. This article aims to guide you through the process of hiring a project designer,...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
RAPP UK has created a campaign to drive awareness for mothers2mothers, a health charity working across 10 sub-Saharan African countries. The campaign, ‘Don’t Buy It’, revolves around a special stall set up in a bustling Ghanaian...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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
A product designer's role is to create products that are both eye-catching and easy to use. To do this, they must work with developers, engineers, marketing managers and other parties involved in the project to determine the desired outcomes. They...
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In 2020, Vault49 Co-Founder John Glasgow was invited to speak at the Pentawards Festival and joined the international awards jury. At the beginning of 2023, John was appointed Co-President of the jury, and the Vault49 team was asked to be Pentawards'...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Whereas graphic designers operate solely with stationary media and animators literally like to keep things moving, multimedia designers need to effectively be masters of both trades. Multimedia designing combines different media formats to send...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
Whether you are working for yourself or managing a team, planning a long-term project can be a daunting prospect. Fortunately, in 2023, there’s plenty of technology available to help alleviate the stress of project management. Project...
Posted by: Creativepool Editorial