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Celebrating 25 years as a Graphic Design Agency: Thrills & Spills Jul 11, 2023

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Get ready, Angry Designers, as zfactor hits 25 year milestone in business!
Learn about what it took to make zfactor a successful creative agency. From the early days in Massimo's parent's basement, to almost crashing out, to landing their first billion-dollar client, strap in for one hell of a ride as the Angry Designers reflect on 25 years in the industry.
Join us this week for part 1 of a nostalgic special, as we dig into the nitty-gritty of what it’s REALLY like to build an agency.

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Design Awards - A Sign of Success, or Just a Load of Bull****? Jul 04, 2023

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More and more often, we hear designers referring to themselves as 'award-winning designers' - but what does that actually mean?
Does being an award-winning designer make you successful? Does it get you better work, more money and recognition from your peers, or is it the adult equivalent of having your drawing hung on the fridge? 🏅
Strap in Angry Designers, because this week we are hitting you with a VERY angry episode, where Massimo and Shawn climb the podium and tackle the world of industry awards, to explain why they might not be as prestigious as they seem. In this episode of The Angry Designer, the dynamic duo tackle:
- Using awards as a metric of success
- The process of awards
- What's missing in design awards
- True success as a Graphic Designer

An Epic Conversation with Graphic Designer James Martin - Part 2 Jun 27, 2023

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Strap in and get ready for more from the unapologetically awesome James Martin - Part 2!
Graphic designer, educator, author and co-founder of Baby Giant, & the person behind the Made By James brand, James Martin is a legend in the graphic design space.
Not one to shy away from more hard-hitting topics, in part 2, James continues to share more about his life, his craft and his plans for the future.
Join us for part 2 of an epic conversation with the one and only - James Martin!

Made by James: A Conversation with James Martin Part 1 Jun 20, 2023

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On this guest episode of The Angry Designer, we have a conversation with none other than the AMAZING @made.by.james James Martin.
One of our design heroes and the unfiltered, self-titled NonConformulator of Logos - we are very excited to welcome James to the podcast.
Graphic designer, educator, author and co-founder of @babygiantco, James has earned his status as one of the modern-day giants of the design industry.
With clients including music heavy-hitters The Chainsmokers, Michael Ray, and Carter McLean, and brands such as Bishop Slayer Oyster Stout and Plastic Freedom, Martin isn't one to gate keep the secrets to his success.
Talking everything from life and work to inspiration, design process and beyond, you DON'T want to miss this one - it will leave you speechless!

How-to DESTROY Your Career as a Graphic Designer - A Path to Failure Jun 13, 2023

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Aren't you tired of always being told what to do to become a BETTER Graphic Designer, or to design a better Logo, or to be a better Freelancer?
There is so much self help out there - our minds become numb to it! What if however, there was a list so ridiculous, that to be successful, you just had to do the opposite?
In this weeks episode of The Angry Designer Podcast, we enter a world of opposites - providing you a detailed list of how to DESTROY your career as a Graphic Designer, forcing you to think of how ridiculous choices can actually be?
WARNING: Side effects of listening to this episode may include uncontrollable laughter, an urgent need to improve your design skills, and a sudden appreciation for sanity. Proceed with caution, and remember, this episode is for entertainment purposes ONLY!

3 Types of New Logo Makeovers & How to Pitch them! Jun 06, 2023

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Changing a logo can be a big deal. It's not just an image, it's the face of a brand. It's how customers spot you in the crowd. And way too often, new logos are received with rejection, screams, and genuine anger!
But hold on, logo change doesn't always mean an extreme makeover!

In our experience running zfactor, we're all about the "Logo Trinity", 3 degrees of a logo makeover.
So how do you know which one is best for your client? What's the best way to pitch a logo change that won't leave them running for the hills?
This week, on The Angry Designer, the bold Canadians pull back the curtain on their tried and tested methods, and uncover their three degrees of a logo change.
In this not-so-angry episode, the guys cover topics like:
- Tell tale signs your customer needs a new logo
- 3 Degrees of a logo change
- How the Trinity of logo change helps you and customers
- How to pitch a new logo

Printing: What This College Failed to Teach Graphic Designers May 30, 2023

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Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out - printing is something that every Graphic Designer should be clued up on. It is the basis of where so many design principles come from, our history, our future? So why have Graphic Design Colleges failed to teach even the basics? With print making a HUGE comeback in all areas, are Graphic Designers being short changed in their schooling?
In the firing line this week - 10 things Graphic Designers NEED TO KNOW about printing.
From the classic charm of letterpress to the mind-blowing wonders of digital, get ready to dive into the colorful world of print. In this episode of The Angry Designer, the pulp loving purists take you through their Top 10 guide, Graphic Designers must-know about printing.

How-to Make Infographics that Rock! May 23, 2023

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Infographics are the RockStars of visual communication.
They combine the power of data, the sweet sweet melody of storytelling, with a performance of stunning visuals into the 2nd most powerful visual communicator (next to video).
But with so many horrible examples out there, how do you ensure your infographic will deliver a legendary performance?
This week on The Angry Designers the gents explore infographics and why they've become so popular! In this episode, the bearded duo cover topics like:
- Why are infographics so popular?
- Problems with current infographics
- Advantages of using infographics
- The different types of infographics
- Process to create an infographic that Rocks!
At the end of this episode, you'll be running out to find the next project that can take advantage of an infographics.

Maximalism in Design: Breaking the Boundaries of Graphic Design May 16, 2023

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Graphic Design has become plagued with the oversimplification of brands, referred to as Blanding, resulting in Graphic designers feeling uninspired, bored & lacking creativity.
Get ready to break free from the monotony of oversimplification, and discover a creative solution that breaks the mold and commands attention! Return the creativity back into Graphic Design with Maximalism!
Join the oh-so progressive Angry Designers as they explore the vibrant world of Maximalism in branding & Graphic Design, where complexity reigns and creativity knows no bounds. In this episode, the ever so inspired Canadians cover:
- the current state of blanding
- defining Maximalism in graphic design
- compare Minimalism to Maximalism
- benefits of using Maximalism in graphic design
- 9 tips for Graphic Designers on how create a Maximalist design

What We Love About Being a Graphic Designer: Inspiring Quotes from Fellow Designers May 09, 2023

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There is so much to LOVE about being a Graphic Designer. So we thought that LOVE deserved its very own episode 🙌.
We've scoured the depths of Reddit and pulled out some of the most inspiring quotes from fellow designers, talking about what they LOVE about graphic design.
From designing and presenting to problem solving and attitudes around the space , join the bearded gents this week as they delve into what makes this career & industry so damn amazing!
This episode will have you laughing, learning, and falling even more in love with graphic design than you already are (if that's even possible).

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