Yes I'm a Designer Podcast

Designing a Logo can be great fun, especially when you have an effective workflow for turning your sketches and ideas into polished vector designs. In this episode I will walk you through all the important steps of a professional logo design workflow from start to finish. We will cover the following main stages of the process: the project brief, research and inspiration, concept sketches, vector design and finally delivery and presentation to the client.
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Are crowdsourcing design contests good or bad for the creative industry and are they recommended for designers to earn money and improve their skills?
In this episode Martin and Shumi Perhiniak will be discussing the benefits and downsides of crowdsourcing design contests. Shumi started her creative career by entering and winning several contests on 99designs and she will be sharing a lot of best practices for anyone planning to enter and win crowdsourcing projects.
This show was NOT sponsored by 99designs or any other platforms.
Platforms mentioned in the show:
https://99designs.co.uk/
https://www.talenthouse.com/
https://www.dailyui.co/
https://briefbox.me/

In this episode we will be discussing what it’s like to be a student at university and how it could compare to a self paced online learning experience.
Martin Perhiniak, graphic designer and instructor is hosting this show, joined by design graduate Emily Melling, and two third-year illustration students from Arts University Bournemouth: George Tonks and Toby Fox.
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https://www.tobyfoxart.com/

Working remotely sounds like a dream. No time and money wasted on commuting and the luxury of working from the comfort of your home. Is it really that great and would it work for everyone?
In this episode Martin and Shumi will be discussing the benefits and downsides of working remotely. Having been working from their home office for years they understand the importance of a healthy work/life balance. They are going to share their tips and insights on how to overcome the unexpected challenges of remote working and talk about whether it is really better than going to work.
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Communication skills are crucial for most professions including graphic design. Just think about how much effort and time you can save if you understand what your client needs and clarify what you can deliver.
In this episode we discuss why is it important for creatives to have good communication skills. This is the second part of a series in which we explore all the skills designers need.