Inside Graphic Design

Being a freelance illustrator

Mark always wanted to pursue a career in art. Stephen Fry illustration by Mark Boardman.

Mark Boardman is a successful artist and illustrator, whose painterly style is distinctive and captivating. He creates book covers, posters and other illustration for editorial.

Being a freelance designer

Designer Jonathan Alder studied and worked in London for over twenty years before relocating to Exeter to form the design and illustration agency Alder and Alder with his wife.

Branding consultant, Damian Cranney started up his own design business. He spoke to Creative Choices about what it takes to survive as a designer, and has five pieces of advice for anyone starting out.

Starting a design business

Damian Cranney started up the Belfast consultancy Frank Design on his own.

News & views

At 300 Million, Martin Lawless looks for intelligent people with interests outside work.

What employers are looking for

Competition for creative jobs is fierce, but what will give you the edge? A university degree, or an exciting portfolio? Does experience from an internship, or a sparkling personality, put you ahead?

Atto take on many kinds of design projects that reflect their values.

Turning values into profit

Heather Kerr is an illustrator, designer and animator. With two friends she set up Atto, a multidisiplinary design agency. She spoke about the values important to a creative brand.

Career article

Design internships helped Rhiannon gain industry experience after university.

Making an internship work

Rhiannon Jones is a graphic designer working for Warner Music Group. She spoke about how a 3 month internship led to a permanent job in the music industry.

Julia Chanteray is the resident business expert on Channel 4’s 'Risking It All'.

Growing your creative business

If you’re lucky enough to have more freelance work than you can handle, you might want to think about expanding your business or subcontracting out.