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The Do’s and Don’ts of Using Social Media in Your Print Designs

Using Social Media in Your Print Designs

As a print designer, you probably don't think about social media much. It's just there in the background, providing an endless stream of photos, memes, and game requests from your crazy Aunt Gladys. Even if you also work in digital design, social media still probably isn't your purview since it tends to focus on interaction more than design aesthetics. You've probably been sitting pretty thinking that you can completely ignore social media, given that the digital and print worlds are … [Read more...]

Wedding Invitation Design Tips for Professional Designers

Custom Wedding Invitation Design Tips for Professional Designers

The next time you want to shut down some smug jerk who says that print design is dead, just throw these two words at them: wedding invitations. In a world where most of our events are planned through e-vites, text messages and social media, paper invitations are still the only socially acceptable way to invite someone to your wedding. As a print designer, working in the wedding industry can be a lucrative opportunity—but it comes with its own unique set of pitfalls and problems. And if you're … [Read more...]

102 Incredibly Cool Binder Design Ideas

5 Ink-Saving Fonts Every Eco-Friendly Designer Must Know

When you were a child in school, did you ever own a binder decorated with cute stickers, doodles or the name of your secret crush? That same desire to personalize our materials has followed us into adulthood, but in a more sophisticated way. Professional custom binder designs allow companies and organizations to creatively reinforce their brand identity, present their concepts and showcase their products. If you're looking for binder design ideas (and want something more impressive than your … [Read more...]

24 Coolest Famous Movie Posters of All Time

24 Coolest Famous Movie Posters of All Time

We recently rounded up some of the worst movie posters of all time to show you what not to do when you tackle a design project. With many designers already questioning whether the future of movie posters is in jeopardy, our blog seemed like further proof that this art form is on its last legs. But movie posters are just like any other print design. Where some do less than impress, others shine brightly like a homing beacon, calling designers to a higher standard. These are the kind of designs … [Read more...]

How to Design the Perfect Business Logo (Infographic)

How to Design the Perfect Business Logo (Infographic)

A logo is more than just a pretty image for customers to look at while they use a product or service. It's the face of an entire brand, a symbol that determines how people feel about that particular company. For example, if a restaurant's logo is cold and unappetizing, potential customers are going to associate that image with their food. So what sort of ingredients do you need to cook up a tasty, irresistible logo? This infographic will provide you with tips and ideas related to each of the … [Read more...]

22+ Graphic Design Interview Tips: Common Questions & Best Answers

22+ Graphic Design Interview Tips: Common Questions & Best Answers

On the surface, a graphic design job interview should be easy. After all, you're talking about the subject you know the most about—yourself. But when anxiety, pressure and nerves get in the way, you might give answers that don't exactly paint a lovely picture of you as an employee. While there's no miracle cure for being nervous, it helps to make sure you're prepared for any question the interviewer throws at you. We've compiled a list of some of the most common questions that graphic … [Read more...]

12 Tips to Design the Perfect Business Card

12 Tips to Design the Perfect Business Card

Of the 27,397,260 business cards printed every day, 88% will be thrown out in less than a week. But that doesn't happen because business cards are ineffective as a marketing medium. In fact, it only takes 2,000 business cards to increase a company's sales by nearly 3%. That's a shockingly high return for just one marketing resource. So why do so many cards end up in the garbage? The fact is, a lot of business cards have crummy designs. No one wants to hold on to something that looks and feels … [Read more...]

How to Create a Personal Logo That Makes Your Friends Jealous

How to Create Your Personal Graphic Designer Logo

Creating a personal logo is the easiest task you'll ever undertake as a graphic designer—and the hardest. The good news is, you can be as free and expressive as you like. After all, you are the brand in this scenario, which means you know more about it than any other client that you'll design for. But that means expectations are high, and the pressure is on. As a graphic designer, your logo isn't just the centerpiece of your brand identity; it also doubles as a sort of portfolio piece that … [Read more...]

31 Techniques for Creative Two-Letter Logos

31 Techniques for Creative Two-Letter Logos

Letters are very strange creatures. They're the building blocks of our entire system of written communication, but when you get right down to it, they're really just pictures. They deliver a direct message to the reader, but they're also visual elements that can vary in color, shape and personality. This makes them especially popular when it comes to the look of a company's logo; just a couple letters can convey a world of meaning. But it also makes them very tricky to work with. Though it has … [Read more...]

200+ Cool Personal Logo Designs for Inspiration

200+ Cool Personal Logo Designs for Inspiration

When a client's corporate brand and personal name are one and the same, you're not just designing a logo for the company. It represents the individual behind the brand. One wrong move could tarnish your client's name—literally. The best personal logo designs turn an individual's name into a cohesive brand identity (instead of just something their parents picked for them when they were born). To get you inspired, we're sharing some of the best examples of personal logos. You can browse them all, … [Read more...]