Advice and tips on how to run your freelance business, work with clients, and better market your products and services.
It might be one of the most asked questions among freelance designers: what do you charge clients?
There can be so many variables in setting rates that you can stick to, and you have to make a choice between hourly and fixed options. Either way, a good pricing strategy can help you get the clients you want and earn a solid income from freelance work.
After you figure out pricing. Which is a challenge for almost anyone!
Freelancing is a lot like managing your own business. With every client, you learn something new, and learning from mistakes is also part of that process.
However, there are some mistakes that you should always avoid at all costs. In this post, we look at some of those classic freelance designer mistakes that even the most experienced freelancers make and how to avoid them.
As they say, learning from mistakes is part of every job. But learning from other people’s mistakes is an even better way to avoid trouble. So, take note and see if you’ve made any of these mistakes in your career.
One of the best ways to show off your proficiency in software like Figma is to have a certification or certificate from a reputable organization.
Most designers believe having a good portfolio is enough to land jobs and clients. They don’t prioritize getting certificates. However, there are many benefits to getting certified.
In this post, we want to highlight the advantages of having a Figma certification. And we’ll also provide you with some options to get Figma certificates from some of the most reputable establishments.
Without further ado, let’s dive in.
There’s a significant difference between the roles of web designers and web developers, and not recognizing these differences can even lead to misunderstandings with clients.
In this post, we aim to clear all the misconceptions to help both clients and beginning professionals understand what these roles entail.
Whether you’re a client looking for the right freelancer for a web design project or a professional hoping to get started in the industry, this guide will allow you to get a clear understanding of the roles of web design and web development to make the right decision.
Let’s dive in.
Using AI in your business is not about trying to replace your team and employees. It’s about empowering them with better tools so that they can do work more efficiently and productively.
According to a recent study, it has found that AI can improve a worker’s performance by 40% when “used within the boundary of its capabilities”.
Today, AI can deliver the capabilities of multiple enterprise-level corporations at your fingertips. Especially when you have a web design agency with a small team or working solo, AI will give you the tools you need to compete with even the biggest design studios in the world.
Here’s how.
Anyone can claim to be an expert in Photoshop or Illustrator but they will always struggle when it comes to backing those claims in a resume.
Adobe Certification is a program designed as a solution to that dilemma. It’s a meticulously designed exam created by Adobe to test and validate your Adobe software skills.
With the Adobe Certification, you won’t have to say more to prove how skilled you are at Adobe Creative Cloud apps. Landing that dream job will be a walk in the park.
If you’re wondering what this Adobe Certification really is about or what kind of skills you need to take the exam, you’re at the right place.
In this guide, we’ll explain everything you need to know about the Adobe Certification program from basics to even the questions you’ll be getting in the exam.
What to put on a business card? It’s a tricky question. A business card that contains just the right information (and a stellar design) will grab attention and help you stand out. It’s the thing that makes someone else remember you, or your pitch.
Even in the digital age, a business card is a popular–and necessary networking and communication tool. Having a great business card provides legitimacy to your or your business, it’s a quick and easy way to exchange information, and can provide ways to help promote your work.
What you put on your business card says a lot to others. Here’s a guide to what to put on a business card, with plenty of creative ideas to help you get started.
Even if you aren’t actively looking for a job, your resume is an important piece of your digital portfolio. From sites such as LinkedIn to personal portfolio pages such as Behance that showcase your work, glimpses into your design career are everywhere.
You want to control that message to ensure that you are putting the right vibe out there about who you are, the work you do and why (quite frankly) you are a rock star designer. And while a stellar portfolio is a great way to start that conversation, your resume is equally important. It should highlight some of the skills that aren’t as apparent from looking at a few marquee pieces.
As a bonus, every example resume here is a template from Envato Elements. Visit and download usable graphic design assets to boost your resume design today!
Whether you are new to the gig economy or have been doing it for a while, there are some common worries that almost all freelance designers share. While knowing you aren’t alone isn’t enough to alleviate all those fears, it can help to know many of your fears are common.
As someone who has done freelance work for the better part of 15 years, I can attest that some of these worries never go completely away. They do ebb and flow over time and you do learn to deal with them more effectively.
Here’s that list of worries with a little practical advice to help you manage common freelance concerns.
Working as a freelance designer is amazingly rewarding, but also hard. After more than 10 years of working in a solo space, I’ve learned a lot of things. (Some of them the hard way.)
This post is designed to help you avoid some of the mistakes that many of us have made on your path to a strong freelance career.
We always talk about the things you should be doing. Today, we are diving into 10 things freelance designers should not be doing.
You can thank us later!
If the last year has taught us anything as freelancers, it is that diversification is a good thing.
Different income streams can help mitigate losses in other areas and provide multiple avenues for leads and new work. And while most of us know we need to diversify, are you actually doing it?
Getting started with new projects or income streams does take some work and planning, but it can be a worthwhile investment in yourself.
Let’s look at some ways – and things you can do – to diversify yourself as a creative freelancer.
A creative workspace is good for your creativity. That’s why companies such as Apple and Google have open and innovative workspaces. While you probably don’t have that kind of budget, there are some great DIY projects you can take on to improve your freelance or home office!
So grab your hammer, paint and creative thinking to make your workspace somewhere you’ll want to spend most of the day. Some of these projects take a few minutes, some a few hours, or some a few weeks or months. But it’s a great starting point for some creative thinking!