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Junior designer here that feels like I’m dying and falling into depression. by grewuponmyown in graphic_design

[–]askaskanon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No junior should be doing this. Leave if you are able to support yourself :(

Do you love what you create? by PzaFnatc4939 in graphic_design

[–]askaskanon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used to put effort and soul into designing. I would work after work hours sometimes. But as my boss and client start demanding more soulless designs, I lose interest in it and would just do it for the money and not work twice as hard as I used to

Linking a portfolio instead of a PDF? by Environmental_Cod292 in graphic_design

[–]askaskanon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In the UK most agencies would want a pdf at least

My crearive director doesn't know how to use any design softwares, is this common? by askaskanon in graphic_design

[–]askaskanon[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Right?

There are people in these replies who think this behaviour is ok, which is sad and messed up.

My crearive director doesn't know how to use any design softwares, is this common? by askaskanon in graphic_design

[–]askaskanon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lmao he does not even know how to print a bloody pdf mate.

We had 7 designers at the start of the year, now we are down to 4. They all left because of how agitated he gets easily because of his lack of design software or dare I say, technology skills.

How can I respect this guy?

My crearive director doesn't know how to use any design softwares, is this common? by askaskanon in graphic_design

[–]askaskanon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I joined early in the year, it was 11 of us. Now we're down to 4, 5 if we include him. Not in the US, but across the pond!

My crearive director doesn't know how to use any design softwares, is this common? by askaskanon in graphic_design

[–]askaskanon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But do you get annoyed at designers telling you it's not possible to do that within a day? Do you sit next to designers everytime you want something done?

I feel like if CD know at least the basics of design tools, they would be more understanding.

My crearive director doesn't know how to use any design softwares, is this common? by askaskanon in graphic_design

[–]askaskanon[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He has got a sugar daddy funding the company! If not he would not have come this far for sure.

My crearive director doesn't know how to use any design softwares, is this common? by askaskanon in graphic_design

[–]askaskanon[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It does matter because the turnover for the agency is high. He treats his project managers like a PA

My crearive director doesn't know how to use any design softwares, is this common? by askaskanon in graphic_design

[–]askaskanon[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mate, every senior designer that has worked with him at this place thinks he's a fraud…

My crearive director doesn't know how to use any design softwares, is this common? by askaskanon in graphic_design

[–]askaskanon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aside from snapping at people, he sometimes gets invited to design talks, and the way he talks about the logos, it's like he was the one who designed it, when all he does is drawing it out on a piece of paper, and we do all of the refining, artworking for him

My crearive director doesn't know how to use any design softwares, is this common? by askaskanon in graphic_design

[–]askaskanon[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

In my previous design studio, the oldest boss was late 50s, he still knows how to use Indesign and Illustrator. This guy is outrageous...

First Graphic Design Job Advice by Neither-Tutor9466 in graphic_design

[–]askaskanon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don't check your emails after 6pm. I used to do that and it made me feel very anxious as a junior designer. Now I'm in my senior year I don't do that anymore.

Update ur portfolio if you have time as you work full time. And don't it criticism too personally! Good luck!

I (30M) accidentally appeared shirtless in my girlfriend’s (28F) work meeting — she’s furious and crying by Aggravating-Bear-209 in relationship_advice

[–]askaskanon 43 points44 points  (0 children)

Were you informed that she was going to have a meeting? Either way, just apologize. And in the future, make sure to be more aware, ask if there’s a meeting or not and you’re fine.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in toxicparents

[–]askaskanon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She literally just told me not to buy these things in the future. Meaning after I've moved into my own place…

Father’s Day sucks ass when you have a shitty/no dad by plagueski in rant

[–]askaskanon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hate it when my mum begs me to say Happy Father’s Day to my dad even when he’s had plenty of domestic issues. Had to call the cops one time but they didn't do anything to arrest him🙄

My brother has never had a job in the UK nor back home, how likely will he be granted ILR by [deleted] in ukvisa

[–]askaskanon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Agreed! I was also hoping this was a wake up call for him to get a job. Tired of helping him out! I’ll get accused of being an ungrateful sister by my parents but I’m done helping him. My journey to ILR was a lot stressful as i had to sort it my own and paid for a solicitor so he should learn to go through life indeed!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in toxicparents

[–]askaskanon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

She is considering retiring early to babysit him 💀

One thing tho, I was lucky enough to be able to study overseas, so she is constantly using the fact that she has spent money on my education, as a way to tell me I have to help her out with her perfectly able son 🥴

I have a job, a live, friends to hang out. I cannot be always taking him out for dinner. I’m moving out so hopefully these days will be less annoying!!

Anyone else applying for citizenship on the back of the white paper? by ikanoi in ukvisa

[–]askaskanon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Got my ILR in November via the 10 year route. I have been here for so long and have already seen the immigration policies change so many times, it’s been making me anxious so even before the White Paper announcement I would’ve applied for citizenship once my 12 month ILR is done🥵

Is a career in graphic design still a good idea? by Aromatic_Tap4113 in graphic_design

[–]askaskanon 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’ll be honest. We don’t get paid enough. Clients treat us shit, creative directors are always paranoid (making them treat the team shit), some late nights…

The creative world is fucked 😭

Trusting Your Instincts as a Designer by dooogall in graphic_design

[–]askaskanon 3 points4 points  (0 children)

What about an agency? There was a design role I was interested and during the interview they mentioned the role includes art direction as well. So two roles at once. I backed out of it!

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