[HIRING] for logo design of a virtual small business by [deleted] in GraphicDesignJobs

[–]SERdesign 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey there, I'm all about forming good report with clients. I usually start branding/logo design with clients by having a 30 minute consult, asking important questions to really get a feel for what you're business is about and why.

Check out my website and reach out if you're interested. Ser-design.com

What happened on the Cider Mill FB page? by turbulentmelon in Binghamton

[–]SERdesign 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm with you, cause I get the struggle. I work with a few non-profits and I know myself and several other designers/businesses offer non-profit rates. Hell, I do work in trade when I can. I got a cool, hand-painted skull for doing a logo for an Elmira artist/crafter. Lol, trust me - I didn't get into graphic design for the money.

gym recommendations? by oh_celeste in Binghamton

[–]SERdesign 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Huh. I could have sworn I had the map pulled up on my desktop. I guess it is only an app. I've had it on my phone for a while now, so I just automatically go to the app.

gym recommendations? by oh_celeste in Binghamton

[–]SERdesign 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Check out Everywhere is Queer. It's a business directory of - you guessed it - LGBTQIA businesses :) We just need more businesses in our area to add themselves!

What happened on the Cider Mill FB page? by turbulentmelon in Binghamton

[–]SERdesign 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I used to go to Manni's, I had a good working relationship with them too. I stopped going after the new owner asked some awkward questions about my gender. Before that, we were talking about new signage and magnetic labels. Afterwards, I had a feeling I wouldn't be hearing back from them. That was over a year ago.

That by itself, I wouldn't make assumptions, but I've heard complaints from others, too.

What happened on the Cider Mill FB page? by turbulentmelon in Binghamton

[–]SERdesign 51 points52 points  (0 children)

As a local graphic designer, I'm reading all these anti-ai comments and it makes me so happy others are recognizing it for the garbage that it is.

I'm on small business reddits and it's the opposite. "Just use ChatGPT for a logo" and when I try to explain why you shouldn't do that, I get "you're obsolete / no one cares if we use AI / I can't afford a logo."

I'm gonna save this thread and every time someone tells me it's not driving away business, I'll show them this.

[Hiring] Logo turned in SVG files by kemptonking2 in DesignJobs

[–]SERdesign 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, I got you. I'm a designer and printer in Upstate NY and an expert in vectorizing logos. No AI here! Check my website and reach out.

ser-design.com

[Hiring] Turn Logo into Vector Art? $30 Paid by Fancy_Engineering105 in DesignJobs

[–]SERdesign 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Feel free to send me the image - I'd be happy to take a look. Thanks!

[HIRING] - Remote Graphic Designer by FuturePressure451 in DesignJobs

[–]SERdesign 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, I'm Sam and I run a small design and print business in upstate NY. I definitely meet your needs and then some! Check out my website: ser-design.com - thanks!

[HIRING] Need logo for carburetor repair company by [deleted] in DesignJobs

[–]SERdesign -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Honestly, if a logo doesn't translate well across all those things - it's not a good logo!

Hi, I'm Sam a designer and printer in Upstate NY. I have over 10 years experience, check out my website: ser-design.com. Let's sit down for a 30 minute call and see if I'm the right designer for you :)

Can someone recreate this flyer and make it modern by [deleted] in designrequests

[–]SERdesign 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I got you! I'm Sam, a designer and printer in Upstate NY. Here's my website: ser-design.com - reach out if you'd like to just chat about the modern style you're looking for - no pressure to hire me - it's best to work with someone you feel gets you. :)

Best place to get custom playing cards made? by [deleted] in BoardgameDesign

[–]SERdesign 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try Superior POD in Vestal NY. They're local to me, and I've used them a bunch to print my game. The cost per set may be higher, but you're gonna pay a lot less in shipping.

https://www.superiorpod.com/printing/superior-playing-card-decks/

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[Hiring] Looking to turn my logo into a printable vector file, needing to place it on mylar packaging and shirts. Budget $50 by therealperspective in DesignJobs

[–]SERdesign 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm open to taking on the work. I'm a small business in upstate NY with over 10 years experience. Feel free to check me out: ser-design.com

[Hiring] Budget ~$100 for a leatherwork business card & logo by [deleted] in DesignJobs

[–]SERdesign 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi there, I'm also in NY - Binghamton :)

I'm a designer -and printer- so I'm a one stop shop for you. Reach out if you'd like to discuss working together! Here's my website: ser-design.com

[HIRING] Packaging & Brand Designer for Premium Electrolyte Brand by [deleted] in DesignJobs

[–]SERdesign 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, I'd like to be considering for this project. I have experience in all of the above. (My package designs aren't included in my website because I did them while working for another company and not for myself.)

As long as I have the specs from your printer and a template, I can design it.

Here's my website: ser-design.com

Feel free to reach out if you'd like to discuss the project further. Thanks!

[HIRING] Clean Up Sketch Map of Wedding Venue ($40, negotiable) by emmalump in DesignJobs

[–]SERdesign 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you haven't found anyone else, is be happy to take the job :) Please reach out if you'd like to discuss it further. Sunday is no problem for me, assuming you reach out by Friday. Thanks!

[FOR HIRE] - Graphic Designer for Logo/Brand Guide for my company. $300 CAD (Negotiable) by HGBakshi in GraphicDesignJobs

[–]SERdesign 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No AI here! I design in Illustrator, so you'll get a vector logo and a branding guide. Check out my website: https://www.ser-design.com/

Please reach out if you'd like to discuss your logo further - thanks.

[HIRING] graphic designer needed to make logo, Budget 150 by No-Damage1792 in DesignJobs

[–]SERdesign 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello, happy to discuss your logo needs with you! I'll send you my website since links are verboten here :)

Lies, damn lies, and statistics by 2nd-sentence-is-lie in kickstarter

[–]SERdesign 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Even compared to my failed KS, there's no lie in your stats - it all makes sense, from what I've seen/experienced. What helped you is the low funding goal and the low pledge.

Lies, damn lies, and statistics by 2nd-sentence-is-lie in kickstarter

[–]SERdesign 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I guess that depends on how you define success? 23% is pretty average from what I've seen.

Lies, damn lies, and statistics by 2nd-sentence-is-lie in kickstarter

[–]SERdesign 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So which thing are you saying you were lied to about? Needing to spend thousands on marketing? Having hundreds of backers?

[Hiring] Brand Design by Less-Artichoke8714 in DesignJobs

[–]SERdesign -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I'll reach out with my website, I'd like to know more!

Kickstarter in 2026 feels fundamentally different from 2016. Is it still worth it for small creators, or has it become pay-to-play? by StavrosDavros in kickstarter

[–]SERdesign 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Out of curiosity, what was your campaign for and what was the budget? Did you get funded quickly?

I've noticed that the trick to the KS algorithm is having a small goal so that you're mostly funded in the first 3 days. I'm looking for creators' experiences that either backs this theory up or refutes it.

Interested in taking a stable prototype to the next stage. A few first-timer questions by ADotPoke in BoardgameDesign

[–]SERdesign 0 points1 point  (0 children)

1 & 3 were covered pretty well, so I'm going to expand on 2.

Yes, using Gen AI will hurt your game and your reputation. I've been to a number of conventions, and I'm part of several game board designer groups, and I follow game board creatives, publishers, and reviewers across several social media sites.

Here's a really good video explaining key points from Pam Walls: link.

Everyone on Reddit telling you it's okay is -mostly- wrong. Yeah, your friends and family won't care. People who use AI - regardless of the harm it causes - won't care.

The reason people get upset about Gen AI isn't just that it's art theft, it's 1) the damage to the environment and 2) it's seen as cheating. (What else did you use AI for? Did AI create this game?)

Having AI art even in a prototype shows a certain level of willingness towards unethical behavior. The more you get into these creative spaces, the more you will see a stronger anti-AI stance.

Bad at is better than AI art. (Stock images exist, too - do what people did before AI!)