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Ever wonder why you’re not getting that juicy design job promotion you think you deserve? If you're feeling stuck and frustrated in your job, we've got the straight talk you need to hear.We’re smashing the myths that are holding you back from that well-earned promotion and revealing what really makes employers sit up and take notice. It’s time to ditch the entitlement and face the hard truth: promotions are earned, not given.Uncover the brutal reality behind job promotions and eliminate the m...

From winning brewery design competitions to reigning as the QUEEN of beer label design, Jen Borror reveals how a small favour for a friend ignited her passion for beer label design. This week on The Angry Designer podcast, we had the pleasure of having a conversation with a graphic designer who niched into an industry traditionally dominated by dudes - and she's killing it. From her initial struggles and the 100-day Instagram challenge that reignited her creative spark to landing he...

In this episode, we chat with Dave Hopkins, a dynamic force in the graphic design community. Dave is the host of "The Quickie Podcast," where he interviews talented graphic designers, illustrators, and creative directors, quickly—usually in 30 minutes or less. On his show, you can hear from freelancers to creatives at world-renowned businesses and agencies, discussing their wins, fails, lessons learned, and what inspires them.But that's not all. Dave is also the founder of the Print Design Ac...

Ever feel like Canva's DIY approach is turning everyone into a "designer" including your customers? It's a slap in the face for pros who see their craft being butchered by templates and shortcuts.This week on The Angry Designer podcast, we tackle the real problem with Canva: not the tool itself, but the false confidence it gives non-designers. We'll break down why using a DIY tool isn't even in the same league as having real design expertise and how this misconception is shaking up our ...

Graphic designers are taught the golden rules of logo design—simplicity, minimalism, versatility, timelessness. But what if the key to creating a logo that lasts for centuries lies in breaking these very rules?This week on The Angry Designer podcast, we dive into the fascinating world of the oldest logos that are still in use, yet break every design rule. From the cultural icons of the past to the pitfalls of today’s blanding trend, we uncover the secrets behind logos that stand the test of t...

In this episode of Angry Designers Live, we sit down with Nick Longo, a Southern California native and passionate branding expert. As a co-host of the Deeply Graphic Designcast and the producer and host of Office Hours on Adobe Live, Nick is a familiar voice in the design community, offering insights and guidance to designers worldwide.Nick currently leads Longo Designs, a branding studio specializing in strategic, storytelling design for the food and beverage industry. Nick has honed h...