Career roadmap: from beginner to mid-level digital designer (skills by stage)
In digital design, “getting good” isn’t one giant leap—it’s a series of skill jumps. The fastest way to grow is to know what matters at each stage: what you should focus on, what behaviors make you v…
How to create a strong resume and LinkedIn as a beginner digital designer
When you’re a beginner designer, it’s easy to feel like you have “nothing to put” on a resume or Li…
How to Create Responsive Layouts (Mobile-First) as a Beginner
Designing responsive layouts can sound intimidating, but the mobile-first approach is actually easi…
Delivery checklist: what to send to the client (formats, sizes, variations)
Delivering design work isn’t just “sending the final file.” A professional delivery makes approval…
Feedback is part of being a designer. But when you’re early in your career, it can feel personal—li…
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How to Organize Files and Projects as a Designer (Folders, Versions, and Deliverables)
If you want to look professional as a designer—especially when freelancing—your file organization m…
How to work with copy and design together: tips for layouts that sell
In digital design, the layout isn’t just decoration—it’s how the message gets delivered. If the cop…
Design and digital marketing: what you need to know so you don’t feel “disconnected” from the team
If you’re starting as a designer in the digital world, you’ll quickly notice something: most of you…
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How to Create Visual Identity for Small Brands: A Practical Beginner’s Guide
Creating a visual identity for a small brand isn’t about making something “fancy.” It’s about build…
Social media design: how to create posts that look “professional”
Designing for social media is one of the fastest ways to build a portfolio and get paid work—becaus…
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Classic Mistakes Beginner Digital Designers Make (And How to Avoid Each One)
If you’re a beginner in digital design, you don’t need “more talent.” You need fewer avoidable mistakes. Most beginners lose clients (or confidence) because of workflow, communication, and clarity—no…
How to price your first design projects (without charging too much or too little)
Pricing your first design jobs is uncomfortable for almost everyone. Charge too little and you’ll feel resentful, burn out, or attract the wrong clients. Charge too much (too early, with no clarity)…
How to Land Your First Freelance Gig as a Digital Designer (Step-by-Step)
Getting your first freelance client as a digital designer can feel like trying to get invited to a party that’s already happening. The truth is: you don’t need a huge audience, 10 years of experience…
Portfolio that stands out: 10 “easy” projects to start and prove your skills
A strong beginner portfolio isn’t about having famous clients—it’s about showing that you can solve real problems with clean, consistent design. Hiring managers and clients want proof that you unders…
What a Junior Designer Does Day to Day in a Digital Company (A Complete Guide)
A junior designer in a digital company is usually hired for one big reason: to help the team produce consistent, clear design work—fast—while learning professional standards. You’re rarely expected t…