The Angry Designer

Think social media is just fun and games? Think again. It can sometimes require thick skin, tenacity, and the courage to do your thing no matter what any one says. No one embraces this idea more than the ultra animated and entertainingly educational CJ Cawley! Join The Angry Designers In part 2 of our awesome chat with CJ Cawley, a super talented Graphic Designer, where he reveals his experience with the dark side of social media and shares his strategy to dealing with personal hate messages and negative comments. This is an episode you won’t want to miss! Stay Angry our Friends ––––––––––– Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.com Join in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

Social media can be a game changer for Graphic Designers, giving them a chance to showcase their creativity, personality and brand! Meet CJ Cawley, a super talented graphic designer who’s all over your social feeds. He has captivated audiences across various platforms with his dynamic and engaging content that is not only gaining tons of followers but also winning everyone's hearts. CJ Cawley mixes fun stuff with neat design tips in videos that blend education with entertainment, and people just can’t get enough of it. Tune into The Angry Designer Podcast for the first part of a riveting and humorous dialogue with the one and only CJ Cawley. We’ll dive deep into his personal and professional journey, exploring his early challenges and his path to becoming a successful freelance designer...not to mention rice and ketchup. Join us as we uncover the stories behind CJ Cawley's viral success and get to know the man who’s made learning design as entertaining as it is enlightening! Stay Angry our Friends ––––––––––– Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.com Join in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

Ever wondered how top designers stay inspired and on top of their game? The key, to unlocking your full Graphic Design potential, to an endless amount of inspiration, support, and resources isn't a tool or software–it's community. In this LIVE recording of The Angry Designers Podcast, the duo leave the great white north, and travel over 1500km to Columbus, Georgia for the Creative South Graphic Design Conference. With a conference motto of 'Come as Friends, leave as Family', the designers discover: - what makes Creative South so special - experience what community actually means - the importance it has in a Graphic Designers future Joining a Graphic Design Community Could Be the Best Decision of Your Career! United, We Design! This episode spins off a Brand new series of Live Event Interviews called, The Angry Designer LIVE, which will run each week along side our regularly scheduled podcasts. Stay Angry our Friends ––––––––––– Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.com Join in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

Ever wonder why some crazy, talented Graphic Designers struggle with their careers while other, less talented Graphic Designers have long, fulfilling and successful careers? Is it merely luck, or is it the unwavering commitment to growth that sets them apart? In the dynamic world of graphic design, talent alone isn't enough. Join us this week on The Angry Designer Podcast as we dig into why hustling and relentless determination are the true secret ingredients to becoming a successful in Graphic Designer. In this eye-opening episode, we discuss: The Talent Myth: We unpack the dangerous belief that sheer talent is the only path to making it big in graphic design, and why this couldn't be further from the truth. Reality Check: How determination, hard work, and constant learning often eclipse raw talent. We dive into what hustle really means for graphic designers, and how it can launch careers to new heights. Defining Hustle vs. Talent: Discover the components of hustle that can push your design limits, from skill development to resilience, and why they’re more critical than you think. The Reputation Riddle: Is being known for talent or for hustle better for your career? We explore the long-term effects of both reputations in the graphic design industry. Real-Life Hustlers: Be inspired by stories of famed hustlers who triumphed over rejection and failure, from Thomas Edison's perseverance to J.K. Rowling's rise from rejection. Design Icons’ Secrets: Find out how legends like Paula Scher, Massimo Vignelli, and Milton Glaser hustled their way into design history, and why talent was only part of their success stories. The Pitfalls of Talent Alone: Understand the limitations of relying solely on talent and how it can hinder growth, adaptability, and opportunity. Underdogs & Late Bloomers: Celebrate the victories of the less naturally gifted who've hustled hard to carve out their place in the design world. Cultivating the Hustle Mentality: Get practical tips on developing a hustle mentality to propel your graphic design career forward, from goal setting to building a personal brand. So, are you ready to hustle your way to the top? Tune in, get inspired, and let's transform your graphic design journey from ordinary to extraordinary! Stay Angry our Friends ––––––––––– Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.com Join in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

‘Fake it till you make it’ - a phrase we've all heard a million times. But for graphic designers, what does it really mean and is it ethical? Originally it was about projecting confidence and optimism, even when you're still honing your skills. But in the digital age, could a more literal interpretation - outright pretending to be something you're not - have a place in graphic design? In this episode of The Angry Designers, the duo cover the direction, this once positive phrase, has now taken in the online world. Sit back and listen as the guys cover: • unpacking the fake it till you make it matra • interpretation today of fake it till you make it • its impact on Graphic Design, New Designers & Seasoned Pros • when 'faking it' is still ok • cultivating a culture of authenticity This episode will make you rethink who calls themselves experts online. Stay Angry our Friends ––––––––––– Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.com Join in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

Are Google fonts a Graphic Designers best friend, or Graphic Design Trap? On one hand, they provide Graphic Designers with free use of responsive, high quality fonts for use in print or online, with the most open commercial font licenses available. On the other hand...it's Google? A company that hasn't always been known for it's business ethics. Join The Angry Designers as they debate what is either a Graphic Designers best friend, or worst nightmare: Google Fonts. In this episode, the not-so dynamic duo cover: - Ridiculous font prices - Typeface vs Font - Open source fonts vs paid license - what's best for the customer By the end of this episode you will either pledge your allegiance to using Google fonts for Graphic Design - or swear against the tyrannical regime that is Alphabet? Stay Angry our Friends ––––––––––– Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.com Join in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

What would you consider a big opportunity for a Graphic Designer - A new logo? How about that PLUS ongoing brand development, secured future design work, a big pay day, & long lasting client relationships. Offering web design services is not what it use to be - and within reach of virtually every single Graphic Designer. Join The Angry Designers this week as we continue our conversation with the webs most popular Graphic Designer Turned Web Designer, Josh Hall. From humble beginnings to website rock star success, a successful company acquisition and now successful business coach, Josh has been on an incredible journey that we can’t wait to share. In this episode 2, we chat about: – How to secure future work as a Graphic Designer – How to bill for a website – The technical options you have – AI and websites Stay Angry our Friends ––––––––––– Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.com Join in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

Can Graphic Designers offer Websites? Do Graphic Designers actually need to learn code, or do they already possess the skills needed to successfully make it offering UX, websites, web strategies, and Web Design? Join The Angry Designers this week as we have a conversation with the webs most popular Graphic Designer Turned Web Designer, Josh Hall. From humble beginnings to super star success as a web designer and business coach, Josh has been on a journey and we can’t wait to share it with you. In this Part 1 of 2, we chat about: - Josh's journey from Graphic Designer turned Web Designer - Importance of good design skills for web sites - The dollars of it all - No-code websites for Graphic Designers Stay Angry our Friends ––––––––––– Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.com Join in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

Ever felt like your creative spirit is being crushed under the weight of a horrible creative director or a toxic studio environment? You're not alone! In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into the murky waters of Graphic Design studios and the bosses that haunt them. From nightmarish creative directors to soul-sucking studio cultures, we uncover what makes an environment not just challenging, but downright horrible for graphic designers. In this week’s episode, the guys sit down to explore the dark corners of creative work environments, identifying the red flags of scary bosses and toxic studios. Through riveting stories and candid discussions on all things scary from micromanagement and favoritism to workplace drama and gossiping, we discuss how to navigate these treacherous waters without losing your love for graphic design or your sanity. Whether you're a Seasoned Graphic Designer facing your own boss battle or a Jr Graphic Designer eager to avoid the pitfalls of the profession, this episode is packed with strategies, insights, and a healthy dose of Scotch fueled stories to guide you through the toxic fog. Stay Angry our Friends ––––––––––– Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.com Join in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

Are Graphic Designers the real masterminds behind UX design? Ever wondered how similar a Graphic Designer's intuition is to a UX designer's strategy? Spoiler alert: It's like comparing spray paint to stencils. We're here to argue that maybe, just maybe, Graphic Designers have been doing UX Design all along – they just didn't brag about it on LinkedIn. In this episode of The Angry Designer, we're diving deep into the rabbit hole where lines blur between Graphic Design and UX Design, challenging everything you thought you knew. We're peeling back the layers of design history to: - uncover the untold story of UX's origins - the similarities between Graphic & UX design principles - when a UX Designer is unnecessary - benefit of Cross-disciplinary design skills - where to start with UX Design Learn why embracing a UX mindset might just be the secret sauce you've been missing. Stay Angry our Friends ––––––––––– Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.com Join in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

Have you ever wondered if as a Graphic Designer, you should dive into web design? Does the thought of coding intimidate you, or are you curious about alternative ways to offer web services? This episode is a Graphic Designers guide through the digital dilemma. We're cutting through the noise to explore if Graphic Designers need to add web design to their skill set, if there is more to the web design process other than coding, and whether coding is even a must-have skill in today's design world. With modern tools making web design more accessible, we delve into how you can expand your creative services without becoming a coding expert. Join The Angry Designers as we weigh the pros and cons on if Graphic Designers should offer Websites and Web Design services. Packed with actionable advice, the guys cover: - different ways a Graphic Designer can get into Web design - other digital opportunities - web design process without coding - no-code website options Stay Angry our Friends ––––––––––– Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.com Join in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

This week, we reveal one of our BIGGEST secrets responsible for the 7 figure success of our Graphic Design agency, zfactor. Spoiler alert: It's NOT about crafting a killer business plan. And it's definitely NOT about writing a killer mission statement, or even worse a vision statement. We're pulling back the curtain to reveal the core of our creative brand: the zfactor tenets. These aren't just your run-of-the-mill principles; they're the beating heart of our agency's identity, guiding everything from our design philosophy to our business processes. Join The Angry Designers, as we share how our design tenets sky-rocketed our agency, our 13 tenets, and how you can craft your own! Stay Angry our Friends ––––––––––– Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.com Join in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

Ever wondered why some Graphic Designers get ghosted by their clients? What could a Graphic Designer possibly have done to have a customer break up with them? In this weeks episode of The Angry Designer Podcast 'Why Graphic Designers Get Dumped by Their Clients,' we uncover the hilarious truths behind client-designer breakups. From the honeymoon period's nervous excitement to the old married couple's comfortable silence, we navigate the journey of client relationships gone wrong. Learn what not to do unless you're aiming for that breakup. In which case, follow our "List of things Graphic Designer can do to get DUMPED by your client". With insights wrapped in laughs, this episode is a must-listen for every designer looking to laugh and learn. Stay Angry our Friends ––––––––––– Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.com Join in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

From Humble beginnings to YouTube Stardom, Will Paterson is a recognizable name & face amongst Graphic Designers across the world! With almost 900 videos and 10+ years on YouTube, Will Paterson makes being a Graphic Design Influencer look easy. But is it? Tune into part 2 of our EPIC conversation with Will Paterson as we discuss in more detail life as a YouTube sensation, running a business, and of course our patent pending quick-fire questions! Stay Angry our Friends ––––––––––– Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.com Join in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

With close to 1 million subscribers on YouTube, few people have influenced as many Graphic Designers as Will Paterson. Get ready, for a behind the scenes look with the most down-to-earth Graphic Design YouTuber, behind many viral videos like "I Paid 5 Logo Designers On Fiverr To Design The SAME logo". From school struggles to YouTube fame, Will Paterson's Graphic Design career has been an extraordinary journey, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Tune into part 1 of our EPIC conversation with Will Paterson as we uncover the story behind his YouTube success, his less than conventional roots as a graphic designer and why he’s so keen to share his knowledge and give back to the design community. Stay Angry our Friends ––––––––––– Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.com Join in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

Everyone says AI will replace Graphic Designers - but ChatGPT can actually make a Graphic Designer better! Dive into the world of Graphic Design AI as we discuss how ChatGPT isn't just a buzzword—it's a game-changer for graphic designers! Whether you're brainstorming brand concepts, researching competitor industries, developing mind-blowing strategies or writing copy for your next gig, discover how mastering ChatGPT can transform the way you design. We're tearing down the myths and revealing how AI can amplify your creativity, not stifle it. Join your favorite Canadian Graphic Design duo as we delve back into the turbulent topic of Graphic Design AI - ChatGPT to be more specific. In this episode, the Designer Lumberjacks cover topics like: If you haven't yet created an account and tried ChatGPT for yourself, by the end of this episode you will! Stay Angry our Friends ––––––––––– Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.com Join in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

We went on a deep dive into Graphic Designer Jessica Walsh's Design Manifesto entitled "10 rules for great branding and design" and THIS is what we learned: Known for her bold, innovative approach and as a beacon of creativity in graphic design, Jessica Walsh has redefined the standards of visual communication. We dissect the key elements of her manifesto, discussing how it challenges conventional norms and inspires designers of all levels. Join the Angry Designers as they unpack the Jessica Walsh Design Manifesto, and extract practical insights and lessons from her manifesto that you can apply to your own Graphic Design journey. Whether you're a budding Graphic Designer or a seasoned pro, there's something in Walsh's philosophy for everyone. Join us as we unpack the wisdom and wit of one of the most influential designers of our time. Download the manifesto here: https://wepresent.wetransfer.com/stories/manifesto-and-walsh Stay Angry our Friends ––––––––––– Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.com Join in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

Over the holidays, we used Midjourney to create a graphic novel – ready to find out what we learned on how Graphic Designers can use AI? Embark on a transformative journey as we unravel the power of AI for graphic design and discovered both the benefits and the headaches! This week, join The Angry Designers as they share their experiences using AI. In this episode, we delve into how tools like Midjourney and ChatGPT are reshaping the design landscape. Discover how-to leverage these AI tools to elevate your Graphic Design work. In this episode, we cover: - Problems using Midjourney for Graphic Design - How Midjourney AI can help Graphic Designers - Tips on using AI for Graphic Design - Prompt tips for Graphic Designers Whether you're a seasoned Graphic Designer or just diving into the world of design, this episode is packed with insights on using AI to refine your artistic process. Perfect for: Subscribe for more insights into the intersection of creativity and technology, and hit the bell to stay updated on the latest trends and tools in graphic design. Stay Angry our Friends ––––––––––– Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.com Join in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

At some point as a Graphic Designer, you’re gonna to come across the clients that are walking talking red flags, that often lead to regretful experiences. But how can graphic designers differentiate between a dream client and a potential nightmare? How can a Graphic Designer get more of the right clients and fewer of the wrong ones? From reducing payment risks to fostering long-term growth, learn why vetting clients is more than just about the money for Graphic Designers. Join the Angry Designers this week as they navigate the treacherous terrain of client vetting, giving you the inside scoop on how Graphic Designers can identify the good, the bad, and the downright disastrous clients. Stay Angry our Friends ––––––––––– Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.com Join in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

While it may be the most wonderful time of the year, a Graphic Designers creativity and inspiration can really take a hit after a crazy year of work, technology and clients. All Graphic Designers deserve a break! But keeping your creative inspiration fresh even throughout the festive season can keep you ahead of the curve when it comes to starting 2024 off excited and full of ideas. Finding creative inspiration for Graphic Designers can be easier said than done though, right? Join The Angry Designers for another Graphic Design inspirational episode in this Retro Rewind, designed to revive and recharge your creative inspiration over the holiday season. Stay Angry our Friends ––––––––––– Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.com Join in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast Stay Angry our Friends ––––––––––– Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.com Join in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast