The future of my current job is uncertain (familiar story, I'm sure). What should I do to plan for the future? My background is in art, and ... pharmaceutical training and compliance. [more inside]
posted by LolaGeek on Sep 28, 2009 - 7 answers

I'm back on the job market and considering applying to a few graphic design firms, help me decide how fancy to make my resume. [more inside]
posted by wabbittwax on Sep 22, 2009 - 8 answers

I'm a web developer and have been working the same job for 9 years. Recently, due to challenging economic circumstances, I've decided to start looking for freelance work to supplement my income, if not replace it. Are you a freelance web developer or designer? If so, where do you go to find work online? [more inside]
posted by Vorteks on Mar 14, 2009 - 13 answers

I'm terrible at having a job, and it's making my life unlivable. Help. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 30, 2008 - 28 answers

Where does a small web design/development company find work? [more inside]
posted by petah on Mar 29, 2008 - 10 answers

My boss has agreed to replace my desktop HP workstation with a laptop/docking station so I can bring my work home and, essentially, work more. Yay? I need recommendations. [more inside]
posted by bradn on Feb 7, 2008 - 6 answers

I need career advice on how to become a graphic designer when I'm already a grown up. Bonus & intertwined question: can you help me see if I am on the path toward being screwed at my current job? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 3, 2008 - 6 answers

Help me figure out if being a designer is always this hellish. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 13, 2007 - 12 answers

I'm asking for a friend of mine: this company she used to work for has contacted her and asked her to design brochures for them. Problem is, she doesn't have any real design experience and has absolutely no idea what to charge them. [more inside]
posted by reallygoodgirl on Sep 7, 2007 - 7 answers

How do I ask for a raise from bosses I like in a company that isnt profiting? [more inside]
posted by Senor Cardgage on May 22, 2007 - 19 answers

Are there any sites that have a collection of pictures of Fortune 500 companies' business cards? [more inside]
posted by reenum on Feb 9, 2007 - 12 answers

Does anyone have experience with an offshore design/illustration house? [more inside]
posted by tpl1212 on Jan 4, 2007 - 7 answers

Free, non-tacky, AND PowerPoint? Is such a combination possible? [more inside]
posted by milkdropcoronet on Dec 4, 2006 - 6 answers

I'm a newbie freelancer. Two of my clients, owing me money for services, wrote me checks that bounced. [more inside]
posted by brianvan on Jul 28, 2006 - 27 answers

What are some interesting school logos that blend traditional and modern design elements and typography together? [more inside]
posted by dvjtj on Jun 22, 2006 - 11 answers

Help me impersonate a graphic designer! I know it’s kind of insane, but as early as this afternoon I may receive the proverbial offer (well, assignment) that I can’t refuse, and I’m wondering if anyone might be able to offer some fake-it-till-you-make-it tips for this sort of project (a short catalogue for a half-dozen or so boutique products). See, the thing is, I'm not a designer, although I have some experience with Quark, Illustrator and Photoshop. I’m most interested in a list of ten or fifteen things that you talented designer folks do over and over again that seem impressive to the uninitiated, but that are simpler than they appear to we of the untrained eyes. Books are also fine, but due to the potential immediacy of this, the shorter the tutorial, the better. [more inside]
posted by Sinner on Apr 26, 2006 - 32 answers