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Opinions - Graphic design and art direction. Do you know the difference?

by John Fountain Though the work does have overlaps, being a designer and being an art director are different roles that require different skill and mindsets. I've worked in both design and advertising agencies and I've seen for myself that the best...

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Spotlight: Cosmo Mulford's pen and ink art adds detail to the doodle

Asked what inspires his black and white hand-drawn pieces created with ink pens, illustrator Cosmo Mulford (below) says his style is influenced by comic books and Japanese art. English illustrator and author Aubrey Beardsley and Czech painter and...

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Carlsberg finally do something interesting with the “probably” schtick #BehindTheIdea

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...

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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...

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What’s driving so many identity changes?

As one of the world’s most luxurious car brands unveils a refreshed logo, our Client Relationship Director, Paul, looks at why many in the automotive industry are opting for a pared-back identity. Lamborghini. A brand that’s synonymous...

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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...

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Sustainable Packaging: How to Do It Right #SustainabilityMonth

How we package our goods and services is more important than you might think. The packaging, aside from serving the practical purpose of protecting the goods inside, is the first opportunity we have to get an idea of the brand. It’s an...

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How to hire a Photographer

In our visually-oriented society, the significance of enlisting a proficient photographer is paramount. Whether orchestrating a wedding, launching a new product, or aiming to immortalize a fleeting moment, selecting the ideal photographer is a...

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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,...

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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,...

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Here’s why Apple doesn’t use exclamation marks on their website #BrandMonth

ZDNET recently shared an article about exclamation points - specifically, why Apple doesn’t use them on their website. Although it’s a small detail, creative Chris Matyszczyk believes it’s significant. Matyszczyk begins by touching...

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How to hire a Fashion Designer

In the dynamic world of fashion business, selecting a fashion designer who aligns with both your brand’s requirements and the project’s needs is paramount. Whether you’re launching a new clothing line, rebranding your company image,...

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How to hire an Application Designer

In today’s digital landscape, the demand for high-quality app design is soaring. Whether you’re a seed-stage mobile app startup aiming to create the next big thing or an established company striving to stay relevant, finding the right web...

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15 Typical Content Mistakes Marketers Often Make #MarketingMonth

Content marketing has become an indispensable aspect of digital marketing strategies, offering businesses a powerful means to connect with their audience and drive engagement. However, amidst the complexities of content creation and distribution,...

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How to hire an Interior Designer

Whether you’re seeking to transform a house, office, or retail space, selecting the right interior designer is crucial. They play a pivotal role in achieving the desired aesthetics and functionality for your environment. Amidst numerous...

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How to hire a Typographer

In today’s digital era, typography plays a pivotal role in enhancing brand identity, conveying meaning, and elevating the user experience. Whether you’re designing a website, logo, or marketing materials, the right typographer (font...

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How to hire an Events Designer

Planning an event can be a daunting task, requiring meticulous attention to detail and a fair amount of creative flair. When it comes to making your event a success, whether it's a corporate gathering, a wedding, or a private celebration, hiring the...

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KOTEX tackle taboo-breaking design in menstrual health #BehindTheBrand

Pearlfisher, the brand design agency, has unveiled its design for The Pack by KOTEX for tween girls at school in South Africa. The kit goes beyond the traditional functionality of fem-care to transform menstrual education into an engaging, empowering...

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The agency founder who became her own client #BehindTheBrand

Sister Mary, a new strategic design agency founded by Leigh Chandler, has unveiled the design for a limited-edition run of intricately designed votive candles. The client? Leigh herself. Leigh, whose 20 year career has seen her design for major...

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Beyond Radio

Throughout my career as a sound designer, I've witnessed rapid changes in the audio landscape. As I reflect on this, I realise that there has never been a better time to work in audio. Radio listenership is currently at an all-time high, podcasts...

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#MemberSpotlight on illustrator and designer Andy Carolan

How did you get into the industry? It was actually by accident! Many years ago I was diagnosed with ME/CFS and found that I went from being an energetic person to one who was effectively ‘marooned’ at home. As I had always been artistic...

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The Transmedia Opportunity for Games

Written by the Strategy team at Waste Creative. Marvel, DC, Star Wars, Barbie, Lego… we watch their movies and shows, read their comics, collect their merch and in many cases, play their video games. They’re the epitome of something called...

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Creative Careers in Gaming Industry - TOP 6

Looking for creative caree­rs in gaming? The gaming industry has plenty of roles for those­ with artistic talent who love creating game­s. This article will introduce six exciting care­ers, from game artists to game...

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What all Creatives Can Learn from Hayao Miyazaki

There are few creative directors in recent history as revered and beloved as Studio Ghibli mastermind Hayao Miyazaki. His name alone conjures dazzling visions of dream-logic wonder and colourful melancholy. He is, to all intents and purposes, the...

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Colgate redefines oral care for parents and children #BehindTheBrand

Colgate, the world’s most used oral care brand, has launched its new brand system to transform dental hygiene for children and parents. Thanks to an integrated approach by brand acceleration agency bluemarlin, Colgate is now ready to revitalise...

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Why You Should Be More Creator in 2024 #PredictionsMonth

Social doesn't stand still - it’s consistently reinventing itself, shifting and growing to shape itself around trends, cultures, and moments in ‘real-time’. It’s this always-evolving dynamic state that sets it apart from any...

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Air Wick invites users to immerse themselves in the vibrant pulse of nature #BehindTheBrand

Leading home-fragrance brand Air Wick has released an innovative new plug-in device designed to make scents last longer alongside a new range of ‘Vibrant’ fragrances. As part of a wider strategy to build a more premium layer into its...

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How to hire a Print Designer

Whether you are introducing a new product, rebranding your marketing materials, or just want to come up with a fresh visual identity, hiring a print designer could be key to your success. It's a decidedly old fashioned but still incredibly flexible...

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Oxfam’s ambitious first TV campaign in almost a decade #BehindTheIdea

Oxfam has launched its latest legacy campaign, as it encourages activists to “stay in the fight” and continue to fight for causes important to them. Shot on location in London, UK and Nairobi, Kenya, the inspiring film brings to life a...

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Enjoying a fresh start every day with Shoorah #BehindTheBrand

When founders TV personality Ferne McCann (The Only Way is Essex, I’m a Celebrity… Get me out of here, This Morning) and partner Lorri Haines found themselves in the middle of a tabloid-fuelled mental health crisis, they reached out for...

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A new branding strategy for golf’s oldest championship #BehindTheBrand

The R&A has launched its first significant rebrand for The Open, golf’s original major championship, in eight years with independent consultancy Zag. The rebrand coincided with the 151st Open at Royal Liverpool, which was played from 16th-23rd...

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Creating a more grown-up brand identity for Freepik #BehindTheBrand

This summer, San Francisco-based creative agency Partners in Crime worked with Freepik (previously Freepik Company) to evolve the name, logo, tone of voice, colour palette, typography, iconography for the image bank website. To learn more, we spoke...

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#GettingToKnow the “creative partners of the future”

This week, we sat down with Ghost Robot and it’s far less confusing than it sounds. CEO and Founder and Zach Mortensen and CCO Mark DePace form the creative partnership at the heart of the Brooklen-based content studio that’s won more...

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Indeed make the world work better #BehindTheIdea 

Indeed, the global matching and hiring platform, recently unveiled its new “The World Can Work Better” brand vision with an international advertising campaign amplifying how better work leads to better lives. The campaign is the first...

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Understanding the Importance of Brand Guidelines

Getting Cozy with Brand Guidelines Hey there, design enthusiasts! Today, I'm diving into the wonderful world of brand guidelines - those nifty documents that make sure a brand stays true to itself, even when it's playing in different design...