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Harris Poll Shows Backlash Against Tech Brands
Consumer fascination with tech faded last year, a new Harris Poll survey indicates, unless the company could also tout a consumer hit such as Amazon’s Echo.
The Martin Agency Visualizes Equal Pay Day
The Martin Agency helps visual the gender pay gap in the United States.
Rick Caballo Adds His Unique Spin to the Legends of Rock ‘n’ Roll
New book: Elvis, Strait, to Jesus – An Iconic Producer’s Journey with Legends of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Country and Gospel Music
Revolutionary Laser Die-Cutter Gives Designers Superhuman Powers
The Highcon laser die-cutter gives designers the power to envision and create artwork in ways that were previously impossible.
One Day, One Place
Jim Erickson of boutique Erickson Stock is pioneering the ‘Art of Motion’ with compelling ready-made spots that can be seen now at ericksonstock.com
Sappi’s POP Promises Insight and Inspiration
A new educational, inspirational and resource-filled website from Sappi.
The Road To A More Creative, Meaningful Career
Apply for Fall 2018 to the School of Visual Art’s MFA in Social Design, the road to a more exciting career with purpose.
Fantasy, Minimalism, Space Top Shutterstock 2018 Creative Trends
Shutterstock notes 11 creative trends for 2018: from mythical beasts and magical landscapes to the unmistakable sci-fi synthwave sound, these trends are growing in popularity amongst marketers and creative professionals.
How To Play It Safe (Hint: Don’t!)
Clinging to the status quo is no way to take your organization to the next level. Diane Domeyer of The Creative Group on five ways to establish a culture where smart risk-taking trumps playing it safe.
Build Your Dream Design Career With Skillshare
A ‘can’t refuse’ limited time special offer for GDUSA readers from Skillshare on thousands of online classes in graphic design, typography, animation and more.
Tell Your Story With Erickson Stock
Erickson Stock is the premier source for high-quality, emotional lifestyle stock photos and video footage.
Our Most Visited News Stories of 2017
Here are the 20 most visited graphic design news items of 2017 on our website. Not included are our massively popular competition pages, special people features, trends and surveys, or personal blog posts. And no value judgements, just the traffic facts.
Top Google People Searches of 2017: Matt, Meaghan, Mike & Melania
What was trending in 2017? Google has released the answers in many categories and countries.
Ten Graphic Design Quotes To Live By
Famous Quotes from Top Designers
CBX Expert Says Design (and Women) Will Play Bigger Role in Politics
Lesley Stordahl of CBX says design will play a more prominent role in politics, and could give women candidates an edge.
How To Wrap Up The Old Year and Start The New Year Right
Wrap up the old year and start the new one right with a free demo and deep holiday discounts on North America’s number one ranked web-based timesheet and project management software.
The 2018 Visual Trend Forecast from Adobe Stock
The Adobe Stock team forecasts six visual trends for 2018 that will impact imagery.
Get A Peek Into The Job Market For Designers in 2018
The Creative Group’s new salary guide helps keep you plugged into hiring and compensation trends.
Been Done: Creative Coincidence vs. Stolen Idea
Jay Adams of the Robertson School of Media and Culture at VCU on what happens to your work, particularly if you’re a student, if it coincidentally mirrors another campaign that’s already out there.
Sappi 2017 Ideas That Matter Grants Address Social Issues From Climate Change To Quality Journalism
Sappi’s annual Ideas That Matter grants have been announced; they celebrate the power of design to foster positive social change.
Build Your Dream Design Career With Skillshare … Plus A Special Offer
Skillshare, the Netflix for online learning, is offering the first 500 GDUSA readers who click on the link two free months.
Technology is Dominant Sector in 2017 Best Global Brands Report
Apple and Google hold the top two spots in Interbrand’s 2017 Best Global Brands Report.
Designing A Career Path
AIGA Executive Director Julie Anixter on the expanding career path for today’s graphic designers. And how AIGA can help.
CMO Survey Finds Consumers Want To Get Physical
A new CMO survey show that physical branded elements such as packaging, point-of-purchase, instore representatives, and traditional advertising are key to successful consumer experiences.
YouGov Brand Study Sticks Band-Aid On Top
Band-Aid was named the healthiest overall brand by consumers in a new YouGov BrandIndex Study. GEICO scored the best ad awareness and Tesla was tops among LGBT consumers.
Karen Alsop To Share ‘Story Art’ At Adobe Max
Karen Alsop, the founder of Story Art, will be leading a session titled Story Art—Create Pictures that Tell Incredible Stories at Adobe MAX, October 18–20, in Las Vegas NV.
Join The Creative Casbah To Be Part Of Print’s Renaissance
Print expert Thad Kubis invites you to join his LinkedIn group that explores new print technologies, and the renaissance in print and printing.
Adapt Or Perish
A new ebook from Monotype, The Three Cs of Good Visual Identity, is available as a free download now to corporate and institutional inhouse designers and marketers. The book explores three keys to meeting modern consumers’ expectations.
From Retail Racks To Rihanna Tracks
A GDUSA ‘Person To Watch’ in 2008, Brian Schultz continues to be a design and musical talent to watch.
Create Like An Artist But Think Like A Strategist
Anne Swan of Siegel+Gale on why logos must serve a larger business function.
Better Together: Uniting Marketing & Creative With Workflow Lets Them Achieve More
A better workflow helps marketing and creative teams be better together, says this seasoned inMotionNow executive.
Hiring the Right Fit
Finding the right fit for your culture is an essential part of the hiring process. Considering what their goals are, how they fit into your current culture and how their skills propel the team are all things that take time and planning. Here are some tips.
Ideas That Matter Shows How Design (And Print) Can Change Lives
Sappi NA’s 2017 Ideas that Matter grant program is now open for entries, inviting designers to show the world how design can change lives.
Jim Erickson Imagery Sheds Sensitive Light On Seniors and Aging
Jim Erickson is an exceptional photographic talent and the newly redesigned Erickson Stock website makes his still and video work easily accessible.
Is Your Brand Meeting The Modern Consumer’s Needs? Find Out.
Over the past several years, there has been a seismic change in how brands and customers interact. Monotype has developed a brief quiz that can help you assess your brand’s health.
Dear Marketers, Your Future Is Definitely Female
Hornall Anderson’s Kristin James on how to stop selling to women and start creating for them.
Positively Print Program Opens For Nominations
Nominations are open for the Positively Print awards program; the winner will be honored this fall at the PRINT 17 graphic communications show.
Movie Magic: 10 of the Best Interior Designs on Film
Beautiful interiors from the big screen
Uber and Airbnb Prove Brand Disruption Is Not Just For Show
Creatives are well-situated to help brand disruptors like Uber, Airbnb and Postmates change the status quo argues Dak Dillon of Hub & Spoke.