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Projected Chicago Freelance Opportunities
The Chicago-metro market is historically a lucrative source of creative freelance design jobs and other artisan jobs. The recession reduced the number of freelance opportunities, as it did in all other major markets. But, it appears that the market will rebound in the coming year. Finally, the number of graphic design jobs in Chicago, freelance [...]
Become a More Valuable Web Designer
As talented a web designer as you may be, you can always get better. Getting better will generate a more credible portfolio, an increase in your payment structure, and more high-paying assignments or salaried jobs. You can find hundreds of freelance web design tips, most of which are useful, but not necessarily “valuable.” As you [...]
Creative Jobs Outlook for 2011
While creative jobs are always in demand, the recent recession posed the question, “Just how strong is this demand?” During the past few years, the “usual suspects” generated most of need for creative jobs. California, Illinois, Texas, Pennsylvania, and New York freelance positions dominated the list for creative opportunities. This is not unusual, but the [...]
What Traits Lead to Superior Freelance Design Jobs?
Great freelance web designers appear to have some common traits that contribute to their “above the crowd” ability. Clients, either consciously or subconsciously, are becoming aware of these traits. These talents (personality traits?) would seem to make you a better web design superstar. Superior communication skills. Where have you heard this before? Probably at every [...]
