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From Graphic Designer to Art Director: Design Career Advice

Design career advice for Graphic Designers looking to advance their careers, get promoted, and become Art Directors.

Trying to find a new design job? These graphic design resume tips are sure to help you get more interviews and get you hired.

How can I find more clients? How can I become a better graphic designer? How can I create a portfolio that will get me hired? Ask me anything!

Learn how to turn bad design clients into great clients – get paid, do less revisions, gain trust, and establish yourself as an expert.

Here’s what goes through an Art Director’s mind when reviewing graphic design portfolios – including best practices and mistakes to avoid.

Reviewing amazing graphic design portfolios while sharing hacks, best practices, and mistakes to avoid.

Learning how to conquer imposter syndrome is one of the most important parts of graining confidence as a graphic designer.

Here are 12 must-read books for graphic designers covering topics like typography, branding, logo design, clients, money, and mindfulness.

A collection of inspirational design quotes from famous designers like Dietar Rams, Paul Rand, Aaron Draplin, and Massimo Vignelli.

A quick typography guide with 5 tips for better type in your designs – focusing on contrast, hierarchy, font choice, and restraint.