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Nov 6, 2019
Should designers code? Here's 4 reasons why
As a designer, should you invest time and effort into learning how to code? Here are four major reasons why having this dual skill set will change the way you approach design and help propel your career forward.
Nov 4, 2019
3 design storytelling tips to help you nail your UX interview
Like most people, hiring managers are more captivated by stories than facts or data alone. There’s no better way to shine during an interview than by sharing a few compelling stories about your best design work. Read on for a Design Recruiter’s storytelling tips to help you stand out in the hiring pool.
Nov 1, 2019
The Evolution of Web Design: The 1990s
What do chatrooms, Space Jam, and pizza delivery have in common? They all surfaced the web in the 1990s! Take a trip down memory lane and get a run-down of how web design evolved in the first decade of its existence.
Oct 30, 2019
10 unexpected ways to spark creativity when you feel uninspired
You’ve probably tried all kinds of things for getting over creative block. Well today, we’re here to share some alternative methods that just might surprise you. Check out what your fellow design friends recommend as their most unexpected technique for getting your creative juices flowing.
Oct 29, 2019
Building your skills? Consider open design
What is open design and why does it matter? We’re digging into the benefits and opportunities of an open design mentality and how it can be used for the greater good of the industry, now and in the future.
Oct 28, 2019
Why hiring an illustrator is important for your business
Don’t underestimate the impact of illustration when it comes to the success of your business. Here’s why thoughtful, commissioned illustration is an investment worth making.
Oct 25, 2019
7 UI tools for creating better digital color palettes
Color is one of the most important foundations for a product’s design language, so it’s crucial you choose your palette with intention! Check out these handy color palette generators specifically for UI design and help ensure the effectiveness of your designs.
Oct 23, 2019
6 must-read books that will shape your product design career
Whether you’re a seasoned product designer or just starting out in your career, the art of design is a life-long learning process. Check out a handful of books your fellow product designers love and recommend to you.
Oct 17, 2019
10 important questions you should ask in a product design interview
A Design Recruiter at Facebook shares the essential questions you should come prepared to ask in your next product design interview. Use these to gauge whether the role is right for you, and impress hiring managers with your genuine interest in helping their company succeed.
Oct 10, 2019
Why consistent writing makes you a better designer
Believe it or not, there are many similarities between writing and design. Read about the different ways writing can help you improve your skills as a designer in your career and get some tips for exercising your writing skills.
Oct 9, 2019
5 common web design mistakes beginners should avoid
In this post, our friends at Komodo Digital shed light on the most common mistakes they see junior designers make when it comes to web design. Read on to learn what they are and how to avoid them. Shot by Peter Tarka.
Oct 3, 2019
10 famous logos reimagined by another graphic designer
Do you ever look at a logo and think about how you would have designed it differently? These ten designers did just that and their interpretations are definitely worth sharing. Check out a handful of awesome hypothetical redesigns of some of the biggest brands of our time.
Oct 1, 2019
Wordmark logos 101: Why and when to use them
Expert wordmark logo designer Paul von Excite joins us to shed light on the wordmark logo. We dive deep into what it means, it’s best use-cases, and some handy tips to keep in mind in the wordmark design process.
Sep 30, 2019
How to not screw up a logo design: 6 tips from the experts
Looking to sharpen up your logo design skills? We’ve called upon the branding experts of our time and asked them to share their #1 tip when it comes to the logo design process. Follow their advice and you’ll be well on your way to designing your next best logo. Shot by Ramotion.
Sep 27, 2019
LinkedIn's secret to designing great experiences (Hint: It's not data)
Do designers have a place in this data-driven, quant-crazy world? LinkedIn’s Director of Product Design Christina Ray explains why data alone won’t show us the way forward to creating great user experiences.
Sep 26, 2019
Improve remote collaboration: 5 techniques for UX designers
Communication & collaboration can be tough when it comes to working with a distributed team, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be achieved. Today, five leading distributed tech companies share their most effective processes for improving remote collaboration between UX designers.
Sep 24, 2019
5 examples of unethical design interviews & how to navigate them
Familiarize yourself with five common scenarios of poor ethics in the interview process, and learn how to navigate a spec work request with professionalism and confidence.
Sep 19, 2019
21 essential UX design interview questions & how to answer them
Ready to nail your next UX design interview? A Product Design Recruiter sheds light on the most likely interview questions you’ll be asked in your interview and how to approach answering each one. Shot by Albee Shen.
Sep 13, 2019
5 soft skills every product designer should master
Getting hired as a UI or UX designer takes more than just an impressive portfolio and the technical chops to match. In this post, Eugen Eşanu explains the importance of communication when it comes to design, and shares the soft skills every product designer should master to be successful in their industry.
Sep 11, 2019
Curb creative burnout: 8 techniques designers swear by
Let’s face it — creative burnout is very real and needs to be talked about more. Today, eight designers share their tried & true techniques for pushing past burnout. Lean on their advice the next time you start to feel overwhelmed and uninspired. Shot by Bea Vaquero.
