Lesson Two
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Lesson Two
The benefits of choosing Graphic Design as a career path is that it is fairly easy once you have the basics of design, to then change what you do going forward. Once the foundation is set you can start to branch off into a variety of design roles that may interest you.
I have had the privilege of working with brands like Mattel and Disney, which allowed me to design products that would make it in to Toy stores. This also allowed me to branch off into UX Design, which enables me to create amazing User experiences for companies.
The benefits of an ever-revolving role means you can follow your passion in design and never feel as if you are stuck doing the same concepts.
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A disadvantage of being a designer is that sometimes you can feel like a single NikNak in a jumbo pack. Jobs are readily available but sometimes it is difficult to get into a company that values design the same way you do. What I have learnt is to know your worth as a designer and know what you bring to the table.
Confidence in your ability and vision should always be your first priority to ensure you are joining a project that aligns to your values. There are so many ways to approach design and concepts, therefore a bad fit does not mean your work is not good enough. Focus on your strengths as there is always a company out there that will value you and your approach.
I think the expectation from family and friends is that because you are a designer they will just get you to do it for free, not realising the time and effort it takes to create anything. Another expectation is from people who think design is cheap. This requires you to use your creativity, your time, and your ideas to bring to life a vision that they have, and this isn’t an easy or cheap process.
A 5 min logo won’t look as good as a logo that was created from a sketch pad to a final product that may have taken hours to prepare.
It’s all about knowing your worth and setting boundaries!
What is your most valuable element as a Designer?
