Tag: Designer

When I wrote part one of this series, design jobs and recruiting outreach were much hotter. Here’s a look at a new set of emails in a Senior Product Designers' inbox from July 2022—2023 during a year of massive layoffs. All salaries are in USD and annualized. Email #1 ...

I’ve always been fascinated by Mowalola Ogunlesi, the Nigerian-born fashion designer based in London, known for her bold and innovative approach to fashion. Her collections have consistently pushed boundaries and challenged conventional norms in the fashion world. Mowalola Ogunlesi’s ...

Are you an in-house graphic designer or someone who’s just thinking how it pans out as being one? Well, in this article I have shared some of my thoughts of working as an in-house graphic designer for a product based company for over 1 year. Working in-house comes with its pros and cons. ...

Picture this: I sat across from my ex-boss during a routine 1:1 session, expecting mundane discussions about project status. Instead, she began by asking about my passions, goals, and aspirations I held for my design career. Suddenly, my curiosity was piqued, and I realized there was untapped potent...

Last December I’ve had the pleasure to teach a 6 hour-workshop at the Department of Education at the Museum of Modern Art, a class called “Draw your Visit with Data”, where we explored what using data — small and subjective data — as an observational tool and as a creat...

In the dynamic realm of design, having the right tools at your disposal can make all the difference. Whether you're a professional graphic designer, a budding artist, or someone with a passion for creating captivating visuals, there are three standout names that have etched their mark in the des...

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Introduction Have you ever found yourself thinking as a designer, “Oh, there’s no way I’m getting involved in that; it’s too complex for me,” or perhaps, “Why would I, with no prior experience in such a field, be able to even spark some inte...

That’s pretty much it. The game you make doesn’t have to have a large scope or be complex. It can be two minutes of gameplay, or something with the simplest game loop, like earning points for completing an action. It doesn’t even have to be digital. I’ve made over 50 games...

Joining a new product design team can be equal parts exciting and terrifying all at once. I think the excitement stems from starting afresh: learning new things, encountering new and unfamiliar problems, working on a new team and collaborating with new teammates. Hell, you get to reinvent yourself i...

The ultimate mentor to teach you everything you need for a successful career is pretty rare. When I finally let go of that mental image of a perfect mentor I started to see the teachers I had all around me. Look for people that are happy and confident in what they do. Every person you meet has somet...

Until a year ago, I worked as a front-end developer for many years, and before that, I worked in many areas of the IT sector. I’ve always found web- and application design much more appealing than API fetches and JavaScript coding. (I am still in love with coding, but only to a certain point....

Fast forward ten years ago, and picture me as a graphic designer and art director in a noisy communication agency back in 2013 in Russia. My world revolved around commercials, events, branding, and a mishmash of advertisements across various channels. Amongst the chaos, my passion for graphic design...

As a child of Chinese-Burmese immigrants, I’m grateful that my hard working parents gave me an opportunity to achieve the American Dream. They saved up all they could to send me to summer school programs, SAT prep classes, and supported me throughout college. My parents wanted me to succe...

The advent of CRISPR-Cas9 technology has revolutionized genetic engineering, offering unprecedented precision and ease in editing the DNA of living organisms. While this breakthrough has the potential to eradicate genetic diseases and improve human health, it has also ignited a fierce ethical debate...

At MIDWEST Tokyo Keisuke Yoshida’s cape trench coat is located in the men’s section but it doesn’t matter, I tried it on, and…how should I put this? Well, there is nothing to say. I looked like I was wearing a KEISUKEYOSHIDA trench coat, instantly recognizable on the st...

Fashion relies on a constant renewal of ideas, a continuous “delete and refresh”, if you want to use those words. Fashionistas, magazine editors, buyers, and ultimately the consumer want to see newness every single time they check their Instagram feed. Off course this gets a...

As the demand for fashion designing in India is increasing the new courses are continuously growing in small cities to large towns. By taking the right courses people who are interested in the fashion world can become successful in their career. Fashion industry can provide you with a lavish lifesty...

In the ever-evolving world of fashion, sneakers have transcended their athletic origins to become an essential canvas for designer creativity. Today, luxury and style meet at your feet, as designers redefine the sneaker game with unparalleled craftsmanship and innovative designs. In this blog, we em...

In the short-paced international market of favor, one item that has transcended generations and trends while keeping its cool quotient is footwear. Sneakers are now not simply athletic shoes; they have developed into a statement of style and comfort. Men’s sneakers, in particular, have seen a ...

I love Affinity software. As someone with a hobbyist passion for graphic design, I have found Affinity Designer especially to be an amazing tool. This powerful and ridiculously affordable software has not only empowered me to grow as a designer, but also liberated me from the shackles of subscr...

What do you prefer to do when it comes to design? My work’s main focus is illustration and I’d say that’s my preference. The fact that I studied Communication Design, plus working as a graphic designer, influences my illustration work with a need for clarity and strong graphics. I...