The Angry Designer Graphic Design, Freelancing, Branding & Creative Business Podcast

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Personal Branding For Graphic Designers - How-to Create & Rock One! May 02, 2023

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Your Personal brand as a Graphic Designer is like a fingerprint that sets you apart in the crazily competitive Graphic Design industry. We used to think that personal branding was nothing more than a buzzword - but the truth is, developing a strong personal brand can be a game-changer for your career!
Not only does it help you stand out from the crowd and attract kick-a** clients, it also allows you to inject your own authentic self into your work - something you NEED to do if you want to get ahead in this game.
Join the Angry Designers tomorrow as they pull back the curtain on personal brands and how embracing a personal brand helped Massimo shape zfactor into the successful agency it is today. In this episode, the guys will cover:
- What is a personal brand
- Differences between a personal brand & company brand
- 5 reasons why graphic designers NEED a personal brand
- Steps for a graphic designer to create a personal brand

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Brandmark vs Lettermark vs Wordmark: which is the logo of the future? Apr 25, 2023

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Brandmarks (or abstract marks) are redefining the way we approach logo design. They are designed to be instantly recognizable, memorable, and adaptable across a number of platforms and mediums - exactly what you need in a digital world
As far as logo design, how do they stack up against Wordmarks and Lettermarks?
Why do the modern-day logo giants like Draplin, Allan Peters and James Martin emphasize Brandmarks in their work?
In this episode of The Angry Designer, join the bearded behemoths as they try to tackle the future of logo design: Brandmark vs Wordmark vs Lettermark? In this episode, the gents cover:
- What is a logo
- What is a Brandmark, Wordmark, Lettermark
- Strengths and weaknesses of each
- Aaron Draplin, Allan Peters, James Martin
- Brandmark Logo design process
By the end of this episode, you'll have all the information you'll need to present different Logo options to your clients, and being able to recommend which they should go with. Cha Ching!!!

Managing Your Mental Health for Graphic Designers Apr 18, 2023

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Do you feel like the graphic design industry is driving you insane? Are you on the brink of burnout? It's no secret that the job can be high-pressure and demanding, but what happens when that pressure becomes too much to bear?
You're not alone.
Join us as we break the silence and start a much-needed conversation about mental health in the design world. In this episode of the Angry Designer, the bearded brutes tackle the taboo topic of mental health in graphic design head-on.
Sharing their own struggles, Massimo & Shawn offer no-holds-barred insights, and even offer up some practical tips for staying sane in a high-stress industry.

If you're a designer struggling with anxiety, stress, or burnout, this is an episode you can't afford to miss.

Design Like Water: Graphic Design Lessons from Bruce Lee Apr 11, 2023

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When you think of Graphic Design, Bruce Lee might not be the first person that springs to mind, but the guy was (and is to this day) a legend.
His dedication to his craft and philosophical ideas changed the landscape of martial arts, and so much of what he stood for translates to the world of graphic design!
In this episode of The Angry Designer, join the bearded brutes for another kick-a** episode where they explore what we, as Graphic Designers, can learn from the great Bruce Lee, and how to Design like Water. Through this episode you will discover:
- similarities between the arts
- the importance of simplicity
- Self expression and being true to your nature
- Adapting to change
- Dedication to your craft
and many more philosophical sayings
By the end of this episode, you will sing like a cat when you design like Bruce!

A Conversation with Allan Peters: Logo Process, Bad Customers & A Gunshot Wound Apr 04, 2023

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This week we’re back with MORE from our awesome conversation with the iconic Logo Creator, Brand Artist, Badge Master and Graphic Designer Allan Peters.
MORE of his insane career
MORE advice for designers
MORE on his upcoming book
…and one CRAZY story that left us speechless.
Catch the second part of our awesome conversation with Graphic Designer, Allan Peters.

A Conversation with Graphic Designer Allan Peters Mar 28, 2023

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With a Graphic Design career spanning over 20 years that has included small agencies, large agencies, in-house at Target to then becoming one of the most recognizable brand and badge designers of our time, Allan Peters is one of the most influential (and humble) Graphic Designers in the world today. Period.
Be it for his appreciation of historic designers like Paul Rand, to his passion that has carried him through the most insane times, Allan Peters is a true gentleman who has firmly cemented him as a giant in the graphic design space.
Now releasing his first tell-all book on his process later in 2023; Logos That Last, we were SO excited to chat with Allan about his life, his insane career and what the future holds.
Join the Angry Designers as we talk career, design, life, influence & Draplin with Graphic and Brand Designer Allan Peters.

Creating Creative Workspaces: Desk Setup Ideas for Graphic Designers Mar 21, 2023

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From reduced stress & increased productivity, to unlimited creativity, a Graphic Designers workspace directly reflects creativity!
While some of us might thrive in the local coffee shop or a shared hot-desking workspace, others need the routine and collaboration of a dedicated space that they can make their own.
Join the Angry Designers where they explore the importance of creative workspaces, and why it's all about achieving a creative atmosphere. In this episode, the Graphic Design Duo turned Interior Decorators cover topics like:
- Creative Environment vs Creative Atmosphere
- Benefits of having a dedicated workspace
- Key Components of a good workspace
- Building your space
By the end of this episode, you'll be running to your TV to watch HGTVs Hottest new Design Duo...not...just head to YouTube and that'll be enough.

Arrogant Graphic Designers: Toxic Behaviours We Should be Aware of Mar 14, 2023

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Arrogant, Pretentious, Toxic Graphic Designers - chances are you either know one, or have been one yourself at some point in your career.
Sure, it's easy to get cocky or overconfident every now and then, but if you're arrogant 24/7, YOU are the problem.
The truth is Arrogant Graphic Designers are tarnishing the design space and fuelling the stereotypes that a lot of us have tried hard to break.
In this episode of The Angry Designer, join the bearded gents for a fury-filled episode exploring arrogance in graphic design, why some Graphic Designers embrace it, and arrogant behaviours you should be aware of and actively avoid.

Horrible Job Titles: Graphic Designers Beware!!! Mar 07, 2023

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Do you describe yourself as a Graphic Design Ninja? Pixel Guru? How about Creative Rockstar? If you do, stop. Just stop.
We get it, Graphic Designers are creative and having a fun or quirky job title can help you stand out…but it isn’t necessarily a good thing. More often than not, it is full of bad intentions and even worse repercussions!
In this VERY Angry episode of The Angry Designer, the guys discuss the Rise of Ridiculous Job Titles in Graphic Design and why they’re a problem within the industry, for employees and for employers. Follow along as the guys cover topics like:

Problems with the Industry
Sneaky employers
Why a title can be a source of stress
Tips on creating a good job title
How to create a good job title

How-to handle BAD Graphic Design feedback Feb 28, 2023

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Bad Design Feedback from your customers - something that you can't escape as a graphic designer, but also something that can make or break the relationships you have with your clients.
Don't get us wrong, bad feedback doesn't always have to be NEGATIVE feedback, but it does mean the way feedback is given can be a WHOLE other sh*t show.
So how do you deal with sh*tty feedback, and how can you change the feedback your client gives you so you can improve that customer relationship long-term?
In this episode of The Angry Designers, the gents take you to school for some bad feedback 101 as they share their own experiences and top tips they've gained over the past years for combatting lousy feedback.
With all this new information in hand, this episode will leave you begging for some bad design feedback!