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Month: May 2023
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Last week we talked to two alumni, Spencer Glenn – Digital Designer (Class of 2019) & Todd Durboraw – Production Designer (Class of 2018) at Brooks Running. Both talked about their experiences working with different kinds of businesses such as working freelance, at an agency, and full time work as an in house designer. Today we’re going to run through some of the options we have after graduation.
With freelance, the biggest advantage I see is having a work schedule that you’re in charge of. You can pick your own hours and work when you want to. The caveat being that you are solely in charge of getting things done with your own initiative. Another benefit of freelancing is higher earning potential. By setting your own rates and cutting out middlemen, the potential of making more money is possible. Unfortunately, by being self employed you lose out on paid vacations, sick time, and other types of benefits offered by companies.
Another option would be working at an agency. Working at one forces you to innovate and work outside of your comfort zone by working with different styles. Additionally you may work with multiple clients at a time while also having a larger, more inclusive approach as you will have to target a broader audience. Unfortunately, working for a large agency typically means you are removed from the client so amendments and changes could be frustrating.
The last option would be working in house for a company. People often state that they feel closer to the company as they are able to see the brand evolve. The work is typically more consistent and allows you to work more closely with directors and decision makers. There’s also more opportunity for upward mobility. The downside could be the monotony of reusing assets over and over and adhering to the same style guide for years.
For me, I think I would like to work at an agency. I like the idea of working on a myriad of styles, concepts and people so that the work never gets stale. I don’t see myself being able to work freelance because I prefer a structured environment where work is consistent and I don’t have to chase after customers. Additionally I don’t want to hound people for my money or negotiate prices.
Full time designer listings:
MoPop Lead Graphic Designer:
Amazon Visual Designer :
https://g.co/kgs/DGQKVT
Midnight Society Multimedia Designer: