The Chatty Freelancer

The Chatty Freelancer
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Hiya pal, welcome to The Chatty Freelancer Show, the home of creative honesty. I'm Chloe, your resident creative cheerleader, and in every episode we sit down with real creative people for honest, joyful, properly overshared chats about what building a creative life takes. Here we make being visible fun and open the gates to the creative industry one chat at a time. Whether you're a graduate about to start job hunting or a freelancer a few years in who's tired of doing it alone. Pull up a chair and get off the sidelines with us! Listen and followApple PodcastsYouTube Website Instagram Patreon

  1. Sep 4 ·  Bonus

    Bonus: Chatty Diaries | The accountability pact we might regret making public

    Juls from The Honest Designer Diaries and I have a habit of sitting in the car talking for ages whenever we meet up, usually after one of us has offered the other a lift home. We always end up saying we should have recorded the conversation, so this time we actually did. So we've set ourselves some big audacious goals we want to reach in the next few months and sharing our progress in this bonus series the Chatty Diaries. Follow along with us as we keep each other accountable where we'll be meeting up again to find out whether either of us has actually done what we said we would, which may be exactly why making this public was a terrible idea. We'd love to hear what you think of this episode and if you also have any big audacious goals 👀  You can listen The Honest Designer Diaries here and follow to Juls here

    Bonus: Chatty Diaries | The accountability pact we might regret making public

  2. Aug 5

    Designing With People, Not Just For Them: Finni Porter & Josafinni Studios | The Chatty Freelancer

    What if we started to design WITH people and not just FOR them? My last guest of this series, Finni Porter, does exactly that and has one of the most interesting design journeys I've come across! A participatory spatial designer and founder of Josafinni Studios, Finni joins me for a chat about creative play and why designing for underrepresented groups matters so much. We go right back to the moment it all clicked for Finni, when she designed a wallpaper for a primary school, with the school kids themselves. To her most recent project, The Nook, the space Finni helped design for mental health charity SAMH. In this episode you'll learn what participatory design actually looks like, how Finni found her niche as a spatial designer, and the honest reality of running your own freelance studio. If you want to hear about a unique design career and come away with real advice on perseverance and designing with communities, this is the episode for you! Follow and connect with Finni: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josafinni/ Website: https://www.josafinnistudio.uk/ Want to see some exclusive content from this episode? Join my Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/TheChattyFreelancer?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Thank you to our podcast sponsors Scottish Creative Network! If you want to join one of their events you can follow them on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottishcreativenetwork/ Use CODE:CHATTY to get your ticket discount on 2026 events!

    Designing With People, Not Just For Them: Finni Porter & Josafinni Studios | The Chatty Freelancer

  3. Jul 29

    New Zealand to Scotland: Moving countries as a freelancer with Jade Paynter | The Chatty Freelancer

    Jade Paynter is an amazing example of how creative work is a worldwide business, and you can literally make it anywhere! A motion designer and one of the most inspiring ladies out there, Jade joins me for a chat about the realities of moving across the globe as a freelancer. It takes real courage to uproot your whole life and your freelance business at the same time, and Jade doesn't shy away from talking about what that actually looked like. We chat about life in New Zealand compared to Scotland and how she has adapted to the challenges of rebuilding her freelance business in a brand new creative industry on the other side of the world, and how she went about finding her people from scratch — plus the power of networking and reaching out (even to this podcast host!). Jade actually started out as a listener of the show — she got in touch a couple of years ago to say the podcast had helped her find her feet in the Scottish creative industry. Fast forward to now, we're great pals, and she's the one sitting across from me sharing her story. Full circle doesn't even cover it. Jade, thank you for choosing Scotland as your second home! Our creative community is all the better for having you in it. If you've just landed somewhere new and it's feeling a bit overwhelming or If you've ever wondered about exploring the world and maintaining your freelance business, this episode is the perfect listen! Follow and connect with Jade: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jadepaynter/ Website: https://www.jadepaynter.com/ Want to see some exclusive content from this episode? Join my Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/TheChattyFreelancer?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Thank you to our podcast sponsors Scottish Creative Network! If you want to join one of their events you can follow them on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottishcreativenetwork/ Use CODE:CHATTY to get your ticket discount on 2026 events!

    New Zealand to Scotland: Moving countries as a freelancer with Jade Paynter | The Chatty Freelancer

  4. Jul 22

    Teacher to Freelancer: Career Pivots & Creative Courage with Scott Gordon | The Chatty Freelancer

    Scott Gordon is a pure great example of how no matter where you are in your career, you can always decide to change where you are headed. From being a full-time secondary school teacher for 15 years to now a brand designer and founder of Pure Good Graphics, Scott joins me for a chat about career pivots, creative courage, and why sometimes you just need to do it before you are ready. We chat about his unconventional journey into freelancing, how learning on the job can be the best, and the importance of having a good support system around you. This is such a refreshing, laughter filled conversation about transferable skills, confidence, self-motivation, and how it is never too late to change your story. If you've ever thought about a career change and wondered how to carve out that path for yourself, I think you'll get a lot from this one. Follow and connect with Scott: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/puregoodgraphics Website: https://www.puregoodgraphics.co.uk/ Also, big thanks to Brawee Craft Club for hosting us for this episode, check out their craft workshops here: https://brawweecraftclub.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqBSEGf-dIdqRa-pltorCtvBp62clrdAiTcmAtvoP2Vwta0NICq Want to see some exclusive content from this episode? Join my Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/TheChattyFreelancer?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator  Thank you to our podcast sponsors Scottish Creative Network! If you want to join one of their events you can follow them on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottishcreativenetwork/ Use CODE:CHATTY to get your ticket discount on 2026 events!

    Teacher to Freelancer: Career Pivots & Creative Courage with Scott Gordon | The Chatty Freelancer

  5. Jul 15

    Building a Design Career While You Study with Morgan Hastie | The Chatty Freelancer

    Morgan Hastie, aka the Logo Lassie, is proof that it's never too early to start making your mark in the creative industry. An award-winning, packaging designer and illustrator, Morgan joins me for a chat about the power of social media, consistency, and balancing building your brand, all while being a student. We look back with fresh eyes at her journey as a design student, chat about taking on big brand projects with the likes of Uniqlo, and gain insight into her new venture of founding Doorways, a networking event space specific to students and emerging creatives. This is a really in-depth conversation about making the most out of opportunities, confidence, work ethic, and the values of a visible online presence. Morgan is also just a very cool gal who isn't afraid to say it how it is which makes for one heck of an honest chat! If you are a student or emerging creative, get ready to be inspired by what is possible even at the beginning of your journey! Follow and connect with Morgan: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelogolassie/?hl=en Website: https://thelogolassie.com/ For more details about Doorways: https://www.instagram.com/wearedoorways/ Big thanks to Social Hub for hosting us for this episode, check out their socials here for upcoming events: https://www.instagram.com/thesocialhub.glasgow/?hl=en Want to see some exclusive content from this episode? Join my Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/TheChattyFreelancer?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Thank you to our podcast sponsors Scottish Creative Network! If you want to join one of their events you can follow them on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottishcreativenetwork/ Use CODE:CHATTY to get your ticket discount on 2026 events!

    Building a Design Career While You Study with Morgan Hastie | The Chatty Freelancer

  6. Jul 8

    The Story Behind Sandweegies with Nancy Heley | The Chatty Freelancer

    Nancy Heley is the perfect example of being your authentic self and what can happen if you just follow your interests. A freelance editorial and print designer who founded her own magazine, Nancy joins me for a chat about taking creative risks, her love of print, and what can happen when you embrace what you love and turn an idea into a reality. We chat about her beginnings and the importance of figuring out what you don’t want to do, the full process behind creating Sandweegies, and why passion projects are so vital for creatives. This is a really inspiring conversation about passion, taking risks, authenticity, and doing things for yourself. If you've ever had an idea to create something, this might be the perfect inspiration for you to take that leap. Follow Sandweegies and connect with Nancy: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandweegies/?hl=en Website: https://sandweegiesmagazine.com/ Also big thanks to Boca for hosting us for this episode, check out their socials here: https://www.instagram.com/bocaglasgow/?hl=en-gb Want to see some exclusive content from this episode? Join my Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/TheChattyFreelancer?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator

    The Story Behind Sandweegies with Nancy Heley | The Chatty Freelancer

  7. Jul 1

    Queer Design, Creative Identity & Personality with Fraser Robertson | The Chatty Freelancer

    Fraser Robertson is one of those people who makes you want to go and create something immediately after speaking to him! An illustrator, designer and all-round ray of sunshine, Fraser joins me for a chat about queer design, creative identity, and why personality might just be your biggest advantage as a freelancer. We chat about his slightly unconventional journey into the creative industry (including a brief stint wanting to become a mad scientist), how illustration led him into branding, and why being visible and unapologetically yourself can open doors you never expected. This is a really honest conversation about creativity, visibility, finding your style, and making work that actually feels like you. If you've ever worried about standing out or whether there's room for your voice in the industry, I think you'll get a lot from this one. Follow and connect with Fraser: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_lostastronaut/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fraser-j-robertson/ Website: https://www.lostastronaut.design Want to see some exclusive content from this episode? Join my Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/TheChattyFreelancer?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Thank you to our podcast sponsors Scottish Creative Network! If you want to join one of their events you can follow them on instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/scottishcreativenetwork/ Use CODE:CHATTY to get your ticket discount on 2026 events!

    Queer Design, Creative Identity & Personality with Fraser Robertson | The Chatty Freelancer

  8. Jun 29

    Series 4 Trailer | The Chatty Freelancer

    Hiya Pal! Welcome BACK to The Chatty Freelancer podcast! We took a bit of a hiatus from a full series to reimagine and rethink what this podcast is and that is exactly what we've done.  So for this series, I have brought together some of Scotland's amazing creative minds to produce something that is really, truly, incredibly special. In this series, we are traveling to different locations to speak to six amazing creative guests, one of them who moved across the globe as a freelancer, and one of them who is an award winning design student. All of them with incredibly inspiring stories to tell. From the 1st of July expect one episode every Wednesday. You can watch episodes on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. As a team we have put so much love and effort into creating this for you and we just cannot wait for you to see it! See you on July 1st! Host & Director: Chloe Doyle Producer: Heather Scott Videographer & Editor: Greig Middlemiss Video Editor: Kaj Alexander Motion Graphics: Nathan Hughes Camera Support: Megan McKenzie & Alina Mehmood

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Hiya pal, welcome to The Chatty Freelancer Show, the home of creative honesty. I'm Chloe, your resident creative cheerleader, and in every episode we sit down with real creative people for honest, joyful, properly overshared chats about what building a creative life takes. Here we make being visible fun and open the gates to the creative industry one chat at a time. Whether you're a graduate about to start job hunting or a freelancer a few years in who's tired of doing it alone. Pull up a chair and get off the sidelines with us! Listen and followApple PodcastsYouTube Website Instagram Patreon

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  • Creator
    The Chatty Freelancer
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    62
  • Rating
    Explicit
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