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A story-driven designer.
Joined September 2021
6. Don’t be afraid to say no Even early on, saying “I’d love to collaborate, but I’m prioritizing paid projects right now” sets a tone of confidence and professionalism. You can be kind and assert boundaries.
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5. Give yourself a cap Limit how many “exposure-based” projects you take per year/month. Your time is valuable—invest it where it grows your brand, not someone else’s.
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4. Control the narrative If this is for your portfolio, ensure the work aligns with the type of clients you want to attract. Don’t just take anything with eyeballs. Exposure doesn’t help if it leads to more of the same unpaid requests.
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3. Make it mutual Exposure should be a trade, not a favor. Ask for: – Testimonials – Case study access – Permission to post behind-the-scenes – A shoutout in their newsletter or socials Make the value real and quantifiable.
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2. Put it in writing Even if it’s unpaid, have a contract or email that spells out: – What you're doing – Where your name/handle will appear – Timeline – What they owe you if they ghost or delay
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1. Define what “exposure” really means If they say they’ll tag you, ask how many followers they have, their engagement rate, and where your work will be featured. No receipts = no deal.
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Exposure doesn’t pay rent—trust me, I’ve tried. Now I’m designing my eviction notice. 😅 But not all unpaid work is a scam—if you set the terms. Here’s how to make “exposure” work for you, not against you. 👇 #FreelanceTips #DesignTwitter #CreativeCommunity #StudentDesigner
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Anyone has any sexy logos they want to share with the class? #logos #LogoDesigns #brandidentity #designers
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We joke, but here’s the move: If it’s not your gig, pass it to someone in your circle. Keep the connection. Support your network. You never know what comes back around. #DesignHumor #FreelanceTips #SupportYourNetwork
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I dig it.
This is one of the biggest brand projects I've ever worked on! Any support and shares would be appreciated 🫶 https://t.co/dYJr03u2e7
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Creativity thrives on human imagination—AI should amplify it, not replace it.
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The Soldier Barber Life. #LogoDesign #Branding #GraphicDesign #CreativeProcess #Pinterest #barber #barbershop #urban #Military
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Soderquist Media. #LogoDesign #Branding #GraphicDesign #CreativeProcess #Pinterest #illustration #mascot #photography
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Pickle Splashes. #LogoDesign #Branding #GraphicDesign #CreativeProcess #Pinterest #Food #Snack #pickles
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Jasz Jonez Gaming. #LogoDesign #Branding #GraphicDesign #CreativeProcess #Pinterest #Blerd #Gaming #gamergirl #SailorMoon
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