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Inspiration

#MemberSpotlight on children’s artist and illustrator Floris Eloff

How did you get into the industry? After completing my Art & Design studies at the Durban University of Technology, I dived with youthful enthusiasm into my first attempt at illustrating a children’s book, written (dutifully) by my mother back...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Inspiration

The Definitive Game Art Outsourcing Guide 2023

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)
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Features

Should I Work Over the Holidays as a Freelancer? #HolidaysMonth

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
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Inspiration

Smile Train Captures the Beauty in Every Smile | #BehindTheIdea

This October, Smile Train launched a campaign called ‘Beauty in Every Smile’, which looks to celebrate the beauty and diversity in smiles - following research which found that a third of people in the UK with a facial difference have been...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Features

Top 10 Social Media Platforms for Creatives #MediaMonth

Social media has changed the way we live. That might sound like grandstanding for a second, but if you truly take some time to step back and analyse the incestuous way Facebook, Instagram and TikTok have managed to wean their ways into our shared...

Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
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Leaders

#GettingToKnow The1stMovement Founder/CSO Ming Chan

Tell us a bit about your role! Is there a “typical” day? My work day starts at 8:30am and ends at 5:30pm and typically includes both working in the business and working on the business. As Chief Strategy Officer, I’m responsible...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Features

Why are Rebrands all Starting to Look the Same?

Ever since branding made its mark in the commercial world, rebranding has been a constant companion, keeping the edges fresh and reimagining brands for multiple generations. From 1950s post-war mergers to today's more elaborate digital reinventions,...

Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
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Leaders

#CreativeLeaders | An interview with Iris Worldwide’s Ross Taylor

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
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Features

Icons as part of a visual identity

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
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Industry

Creativepool Annual 2023 Winners Announced

7th September 2022 - This year, Creativepool is celebrating 10 years of creative excellence with the eighth edition of the Creativepool Annual. And what a decade it’s been! The Creativepool Annual 2023 winners represent the cream of the crop...

Posted by: Creativepool
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Inspiration

Coming face-to-face with the risks of rebranding

When undertaking a rebranding process, it is essential to be aware of the potential risks of rebranding and plan for solutions in case any issues arise. What can rebranding do? The best branding are those that become a part of our day-to-day...

Posted by: Think Design Manchester Ltd
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Features

Are the Streaming Wars Finally Over? #MediaMonth

For the better part of the last decade, the entertainment industry has been embroiled in what is commonly referred to as the "streaming wars." Streaming services have vied for dominance, competing fiercely for subscribers and content rights. From...

Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
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Leaders

#GettingToKnow Ajalin Zenon, Global Brand Strategist at Goat

Tell us a bit about your role! Is there a “typical” day? For me there is no such thing as a typical day, more a typical week. It’s important that we start the week prepared in order to deliver the best work for clients. On a...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Workshop

Prescription Eyewear Recommendations from SmartBuyGlasses Collection

When it comes to finding the perfect pair of prescription eyewear, there are many options out there. From frame styles to lens coatings, the choices can be overwhelming. That's why we're here to help. We've compiled a list of our top prescription...

Posted by: Creativepool Partner
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Workshop

Essential Graphic Design Gear for Freelancers

A poor creative never blames his tool but in the same breath, without our tools we probably wouldn’t be of much help to anybody. Having the right tools and equipment is vital when it comes to delivering exceptional work and staying ahead of the...

Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
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Features

The grim future of Threads #FutureMonth

Tangerine’s social strategist, Ciaran Howley, takes on Threads and its impact (or lack thereof) on the industry, now it’s been live for a couple of weeks. Weeks on from the roaring success of Meta’s X/Twitter killer Threads’...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Leaders

Creative education needs an urgent lesson in reinvention

Ian Wharton served as part of the creative leadership for design and innovation agencies in WPP and Publicis Groupe. He is the Founder of health technology startup Aide Health, an advisor at Justified Studio, the author of Spark for the Fire: How...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Leaders

#GettingToKnow Martin Talbot, CEO of The Official Charts Company

Tell us a bit about your role! Is there a “typical” day? There is no typical day, but there is a fairly common structure. It kicks off walking Bobby (our puppy) round our local park, while answering a handful of early emails, sending a...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Features

Why design matters in bids | #MoneyMonth

The problem Today's market is more competitive than ever, and when teams come together to define their must-win strategy for a project, an essential part of this is often overlooked or left until the last minute when the pressure is on and time is...

Posted by: Wedidit Creative
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Features

The best beer and band brand joints #MoneyMonth

Beer and music are two things I’d probably struggle to live my life well without. There is also a definite link between the two. I mean, who has ever been to a live gig and not been struck by the sticky floors and the ridiculous queue at the...

Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
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Features

Trust comedians to make comedy: How to (properly) use comedy in ads

Comedians Stevie Martin and Lola-Rose Maxwell discuss how their experience of writing, performing, directing and editing their hit viral sketches influenced their recent success in creating authentic and genuinely funny comedy ads. Stevie (left)...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Workshop

How to Hire a Project Designer

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
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Inspiration

Can You Be a Successful Freelance Creative as an Introvert?

Freelancing has become an increasingly popular choice for creative professionals in recent years, particularly in the years following the pandemic. I’ve been freelancing for over a decade now and the freedom to work on diverse projects, set...

Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
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Features

How to craft a winning Annual entry in 5 steps!

A simple guide to help you create the perfect Annual submission. 1. Download the Entry Pack The Entry Pack is your key to understanding the process of taking part in The Annual. Contained within is a whole host of information about the process,...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Leaders

#GettingToKnow Emma Shuldham, Managing Director @ Attachment

Tell us a bit about your role! Is there a “typical” day? Nope, there is no “typical” day! And that’s what I love. I’m still learning the team, clients, ways of working at the moment which is great fun. My role...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Inspiration

#MemberSpotlight on Deep co-owner Charlie Eiles

How did you get into the industry? Having studied at Bournemouth I always enjoyed being surrounded by creative talent. I never wanted to be a designer but was fascinated by the way people used things, and what made them choose one brand over...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial
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Features

The Coronation of King Charles III in Advertising #Top10

Regardless of your opinions on the British Monarchy, it’s undeniable that the coronation of King Charles III was something of a historic event and something that deserved chronicling and (of course) parodying. With that in mind, I’ve...

Posted by: Benjamin Hiorns
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Leaders

Waking the Bear | #CompanySpotlight

In 2018, Richard Stanton and Toby Strangewood had a working hypothesis for a new agency. They wanted to build a marketing communication agency purposely designed for the unique needs of businesses going through critical periods of change. 5 years...

Posted by: Creativepool Editorial

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