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Designer Eugene Ekuban on building confidence, community and a flourishing client base
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10 resources and communities for queer, trans and non-binary creatives

Discover support networks, IRL and URL meet-ups across the UK
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Koto’s in-house illustrator Niall Unger on embracing imperfection in brand design
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What is typography, and how do you get into it?

The Monotype team share the insights and advice for aspiring type creatives
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9 creative studios to know in Newcastle

Including graphic design, branding and marketing studios
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Tips on navigating a freelance career in illustration, from Michael Driver

The seasoned illustrator shares advice from his decade of experience in the industry
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Senior writer Rachel Jarvis on shaping campaigns for iconic brands
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8 platforms to help crowdfund your next project

Use these to find the funding for your next big idea
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Google Creative Lab’s Lavinia Keller on the power of a multidisciplinary approach
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Resources for starting out in graphic design

A list of graphic design resources from Otherway
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A guide to receiving feedback

Tips on turning the toughest comments into an opportunity for development
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How to ace starting a new job

Tips on getting the best start at a new job, freelance project, internship or scheme
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Art director Mal Sobczak on navigating the creative industry as an introvert

Mal shares tips on everything from prepping notes to speaking with purpose
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16 places to search for creative jobs in the UK

Looking for a new role? Here are great places to start your search
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Square Hole podcast’s co-creators on how neurodivergent creatives can thrive in the industry

Advice and tips from seasoned veterans of access within the creative industry
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A guide to creating your portfolio website

We break down all the steps to creating a great website for your creative work
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10 apprenticeship schemes and programmes to get into the creative industry

From advertising schools to TV production bootcamps
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