Published On Mar 3, 2024
Here are my 5 tips on how to be a successful graphic designer in 2024. I think it's really important to first define what success is for each of us. For a long time, I thought it was money, but I've figured out that it's so much more than that.
VIDEO MENTIONS AND SOURCES:
My Gumroad Shop:
https://ericvasquez.gumroad.com
The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron
https://amzn.to/3T3YD40
"What Brings You Joy?" Mural
By Gary Hirsch - https://www.botjoy.com
And also by NOLA Mural Project - https://www.nolamuralproject.org
TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - 00:47 Intro
00:48 - 03:46 - Diversify Your Income
03:47 - 05:37 Proactively Get Clients
05:38 - 07:50 - Being Fulfilled
07:51 - 09:09 - Stay Creative
09:10 - 10:57 - Communication Skills
10:58 - 11:39 - Outro and Recap
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Huion H640P
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Huion H611
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Logitech Keyboard and Mouse
https://amzn.to/3OHqJ3q
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Hey y'all, I'm Eric. I create in-depth design tutorials centered around entertainment, key art, and brand design. After 15 years in the 9-5 world, I recently transitioned to working for myself full-time and starting a design biz. I've worked for brands like SYFY, NBC, Lifetime, History, Discovery, and Major League Baseball.