Client Spotlight: Jay Huling and the Comedic Poster

One part of my job I enjoy most is helping tell a story before anyone speaks a word on stage. That’s what I get to do when I work with American playwright, Jay Huling. Jay writes fast, sharp comedies with strange turns and just enough absurdity to keep you guessing. His latest play takes place…

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Time for a New Logo Design? Here’s What You Need to Know

Is your logo serving you well? Does it reflect who you are today? Your logo is often the first impression people get of your business, so it should represent you in the best possible light. A lawyer’s office with a clown mascot wouldn’t inspire much confidence—unless, of course, they’re representing circuses. And a theme park…

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Fun Surfboard Design!

I got to design a surfboard! Turner Pest Control participated in the Anticimex North America Functional Leaders Meeting in San Diego during the week of February 24th. This event brought together all Anticimex platforms across North America to share best practices, celebrate achievements, and recognize award winners. As part of the event, marketing leaders were…

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The Day A.I. Solved My Phone Bill Nightmare

It seems like everyone’s wading into the AI pool these days, wondering if it’s a revolutionary tool or just a shiny toy. Count me in—I’ve already learned at least six different AI programs that I can combine to make my life easier. What began as a playful experiment back in late 2022 has evolved into…

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Part 4 of 4: Graphic Design — Answering 20 Burning Questions

Client needs vs. creative vision—how do you balance? Client needs are the foundation of all projects. Creativity helps communicate that message, and being given boundaries is not a bad thing. You look at the client needs and add as much creativity you can without mucking up their needs or the goals of the piece. I…

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Part 3 of 4: Graphic Design — Answering 20 Burning Questions

Quick summary of your design process? Discovery: I have a quick conversation (phone or email) with the client to understand the job and the goal. I ask about the end-product (web page, flyer, will it be digital or printed, how many copies, etc.) to ensure the design makes sense once it leaves my hands. Understanding…

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Part 2 of 4: Graphic Design — Answering 20 Burning Questions

Biggest challenge in freelancing? Staying organized. Your job never really stops outside the hours of 8 to 5. You have to figure out how to manage your temporal boundaries so you can take care of your clients and yourself. How do you juggle design and business tasks? Chunking, scheduling, and a good project management tool.…

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Part 1 of 4: Graphic Design — Answering 20 Burning Questions

NOTE: If you are looking for Part 2 of 4, click here. I messed up on the October Newsletter! Sorry. I’ve answered 20+ common questions about being a graphic designer. If you’ve ever been curious how I got started, my daily routine, challenges, or what my favorite condiment is, keep reading! What sparked your interest…

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Cheat Sheet: Improve Your Landing Pages

What Exactly is a Landing Page and Should I Care? Think of your landing page as the grand finale of your marketing campaign. It’s where your audience lands after clicking on your ads and promotions, and it’s designed to close the deal. Imagine it as the final level in a video game – you’ve battled…

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