30 Frontend Tips by Kitty Giraudel
— These tips on front-end development by Kitty Giraudel are spot-on and relatable. So much wisdom in each of these lessons!
Extra Bold
— I’m enjoying this new book, Extra Bold, which covers all sorts of practical ideas and stories about DEI in our design industry. It feels like the career handbook I’ve needed all my life.
Christoph Niemann on the realities of being a designer
— “This isn’t something you’re born good at, you get good at it,” says Niemann. “A top tennis player doesn’t just stop training once they win.”
What it means to take a risk
— Another fantastic video from this year’s AIGA conference.
The secret world of graphic design for filmmaking
— Amazing talk by Annie Atkins from the AIGA Design Conference 2017.
What Will A Designer + Their Job Look Like in 2025?
— Very interesting article on the AIGA Eye on Design blog today.
A Designer’s Code of Ethics by Mike Monteiro
— This is an essential read for all designers on the Dear Design Student advice publication.
Annie Atkins
— This designer specializes in graphics for filmmaking, including movie posters, props, and set pieces.
Fast Company article on formal mentorship alternatives
— Good, practical career advice in this Fast Company article from yesterday.