Guides
Practical, no-fluff advice for building a career in design — from your first portfolio to your first paycheck. Each article explores real studio processes and honest industry experiences to help our community enter and thrive.
Studio v In-House v Freelance: Which Design Career Path Is Right for You?
Each path suits a different working style — there's no universally "better" option.
How to Write a Design CV Recruiters Actually Read
A design CV needs to work as both a document and, in a way, a small piece of design work itself — without becoming over-designed.
What Does a Brand Designer Actually Do?
Brand Designer covers a wider range of day-to-day work than the job title suggests.
How to Get Your First Junior Design Job With No Experience
Getting your first design job is the hardest one to land — every listing wants experience you don't have yet. Here's how to work around that.