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How to Write a Design Project Proposal That Wins Clients (With Template Tips)
Want to turn more inquiries into paying clients? This post shares the 6 must-have sections in a design project proposal—complete with strategy tips and a downloadable template to help you build yours fast.
Client Offboarding Guide: How to End Projects Professionally and Add Extra Value
A strong client offboarding process helps you end your projects professionally, add value, and keep clients coming back. This guide outlines what to include in your offboarding documents—and why they matter.
4 Tips for Personal Branding as a Graphic Designer (With Examples)
Struggling with your own branding? Here are four tips to help designers simplify their personal brand using logo, colour, imagery and fonts—without overthinking it.
I Tried to Rebrand a Catering Company in 2 Hours Using AI (And Canva)
I created a fake brand brief with AI, then tried to design a catering brand in Canva—like a client would. Here’s what worked, what didn’t, and how I redesigned it with strategy.
I Tried Designing a Logo Like a Client Using Canva—Here’s What Happened
I used ChatGPT to write a fake brief, then designed a logo using Canva templates—like a client would. Here’s how it went and what I learned.
Building a Brand in Two Hours Using ChatGPT + Canva (Kind Of)
Watch as I attempt to create a brand using ChatGPT’s prompts and Canva in two hours—from colour palette to logo, icons, patterns, and mockups.
The 2-Hour Rebrand Challenge: A Creative Sprint for Designers
Ready to boost your design skills and have some fun? The 2hr Rebrand Challenge is a creative sprint where you reimagine a brand in just two hours. Use AI to generate a brief, mock up an ‘existing’ brand, then redesign it with your unique style. It’s perfect for portfolio-building, social content, or just flexing those creative muscles.