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Hi Abi! Your videos are such a massive help 💖 Would you ever consider doing a video on exporting and organising files for client delivery? It's something I haven't seen anyone do yet and I'd love to see your process. Again, your vids (and insta content) are an absolute god send, thank you! X
I just want to say that I have wanted to be a graphic designer my entire life, but I found new passions and went different paths and I’m always going back to design. You’ve ignited my passion for design, and I absolutely love your style and videos. So just know that these videos you do, really inspire and create passion for people. Keep up the amazing work. 😊❤️
Your pragmatism stands out in every breath you take, I declare myself your fan and I am so grateful that I came across your channel! Thank you for sharing such valuable information with us. Greetings from Romania :)
Thank you for the tips!. Can you do a follow up video talking about contracts and how to make sure we get paid. I get awkward by even having that conversation with the client.
I always charge 50% before I do the final design. If they don't want to pay the rest at least you got 50% of the payment. But you should know how to pick your clients. this kind of things shouldn't happen. at least not often ;)
Abi yet again, u have killed ps ur channel is blowing up fast. some great times here, watched the video fully now like flip i should of taken notes so will watch this again and take notes at the same time hahaha.
I love your movies and your work! I am only bothered by one question, what does it look like in cooperation with the client? What do you show the client before you start working? only moodboards or something more? How to avoid a situation where, after creating the entire brand of the client, he will say that he wants something completely different? what to do in such a situation? Are you doing the whole brand again?
Hi abi! Just found your page and am so excited to watch all of your content! You’re an awesome designer. I am also curious about the font you are using for your logo - I’m looking for something just like it and think it’s really nice! Thanks!
This was a great video, thank you Abi :) I have a question though, if I was to niche down when starting out, could I eventually expand into other niches and styles or industries? I usually try to have a style appropriate for a given project, but this ends up with most of my portfolio not being cohesive and I haven;'t got any passion projects either to show myself off. Thanks in advance if you see this
Thank you James, appreciate it! Yes you certainly can! When you have a bigger name, business and brand people will happily come to you for other services, just have to build that trust first! I would say start doing passion projects it really allows you to grow your skills and find your unique style!
hi, can i request a video content?... if possible, can you make a video about doing mockups cuz its satisfying when you are doing it ... hope you see this! 💖
So I'm a graphic designer. I'm burnt out and don't want to finish school. I feel like I'm learning things I don't need to. I feel like a lot of places won't even look at your work if you don't have a degree. I'm just sick of school. Do you have a degree?
I have a video on if you need a degree or not here: th-cam.com/video/C0U-6omir2k/w-d-xo.html hope it helps! Sorry to hear you're feeling burnt out, I actually don't have a degree and am mostly self taught, I believe passion projects is one of the best ways to grow and improve as a designer, it lets you explore your creativity, create your own style, and it makes you enjoy the work and fall in love with being a designer, I would highly recommend you give one a go! 💛
I face one problem i don't design logo..but most project client wants logo +other design.. should I ask client kindly design logo from someone i will do other thing😀
Hey, I would recommend getting a website, if you are using adobe you coudl even try adobe portfolio or behance! I worked on Fiverr for a while think i reach level 2, but i would not reccomend fiverr, personally i found the clients wanting low quality of work or ask me to copy work, as well as, if there is any problems even if its the clients fault fiverr sides with the client... Even if its against your agreements and Fiverr's terms and conditions...
Try adding contracts, welcome packets and when sending deliverables send it as a pdf presented to the client, these little things can add value and make clients pay more due to this value, not sure how that would work on fiverr but just an idea. Fiverr is a confusing place but if you need the money totally understandable, look at top gigs and take inspo like keywords. I wish you all the best and good luck!
I wish I could but where I am my option are very limited : I am from Madagascar and here, most peuple don't have any use for a bank account as they don't have any money to store, to compensate this, all banks make the financial requirements to create one incredibly high, so high that even a lot of people with some very high paying works here can't afford them. And while I try my best to get some saving from local works, the reality is that our economics is just so bad that there is almost no local clients and the pay rate is incredibly low so I just can't afford to make an account even with all the saving I do as if now. So getting direct work from international clients won't work for me as there is no way for them to send me the payment afterward. Similarly, I would guess most clients would like to have some secure payment while working directly with a designer instead of a direct bank transfer, and even if I managed to make a bank account finally, PayPal, and other similar services just don't work in my country (you can use PayPal for making payments but not for receiving payments). I've thought during a lot of time about all my options and all the pathways design related or not I've explored so far would get all cut off by all of these same hard blocks. The only option that would get me through there block I found was to use websites like fiverr, as they don't require you to put any card information to get started so my plan was to finish a lot of client works from there until I would have around 2000$ in my fiverr account. Only then I would be able to safely use by small savings and borrow from people to open a bank account as I would be able to repay everything right away and would still have some left for investing in my local projects that would let me able to maintain everything even if the fiverr traffic was fluctuating. This was just one of the only plans I have to get past all the issues I had but the other are not design related so I won't bother you with them, so far none is working as excepted unfortunately but that won't stop me from trying
I would tailor your projects to the clients you want to attract!! So for example if it’s specifically clothing brands, then make a project based around this! But if you’re not sure what business you want to attract and just want to start then I bring out design briefs each week on my Instagram page!! X
I had an idea for getting more clients that I was going to try, but I want to know if it’s a good idea. I want to do rebrand of clothing brand I follow on Instagram, as of right now I’m focusing on logo design. If I were to design this logo for this brand just for fun and post it on my Instagram tagging the brand, would this be a good way of getting my name out and letting them know I could design for them?
How I can help you ⬇
👉 Wow your clients with easy-to-customize templates
www.abiconnick.co.uk/templates
👉 Transform into a highly-skilled, confident logo designer
www.abiconnick.co.uk/pencil-tool-course
👉 Elevate your biz with these FREE resources
www.abiconnick.co.uk/free-resources
👉 Where I get all my mock-ups & fonts:
1.envato.market/abidesign
👉Free weekly tips, advice & exclusive videos:
www.abiconnick.co.uk/newsletter
----------------------------------------------------------------------
After more content from me? ⬇
Instagram: instagram.com/itsabiconnick
TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@abiconnick
Disclaimer: some links in the descriptions of my videos may be affiliate links which means I receive a small commission. it is no cost to you to use the links, it is totally free.
Hi Abi! Your videos are such a massive help 💖 Would you ever consider doing a video on exporting and organising files for client delivery? It's something I haven't seen anyone do yet and I'd love to see your process. Again, your vids (and insta content) are an absolute god send, thank you! X
I just want to say that I have wanted to be a graphic designer my entire life, but I found new passions and went different paths and I’m always going back to design. You’ve ignited my passion for design, and I absolutely love your style and videos. So just know that these videos you do, really inspire and create passion for people. Keep up the amazing work. 😊❤️
This is so amazing!! So glad I’ve managed to help with igniting your passion through my videos 😭 thanks for your kind words x
I love this girl's advices, her energy is everything and I'm here encouraging u girl.
Love from Morocco
Thank you so much!!
Your pragmatism stands out in every breath you take, I declare myself your fan and I am so grateful that I came across your channel! Thank you for sharing such valuable information with us. Greetings from Romania :)
the email template is a really great idea. Thanks!!
Thank you for the tips!. Can you do a follow up video talking about contracts and how to make sure we get paid. I get awkward by even having that conversation with the client.
I always charge 50% before I do the final design. If they don't want to pay the rest at least you got 50% of the payment. But you should know how to pick your clients. this kind of things shouldn't happen. at least not often ;)
Very helpful video, i am currently having a dry spot, i never felt comfortable reaching out to businesses so this has been helpful!
for me, its the way you present your ideas, the message goes straight home.
Really appreciate it, thank you 😊
HI, Abi
I'm a Designer too, I luv your work and I luv your Strategies. Its a lot helpful for me,
And watching you gives me positive vibes.
Thank you for your kind words! It means a lot ☺️ glad to know my videos are of help!
Abi yet again, u have killed ps ur channel is blowing up fast. some great times here, watched the video fully now like flip i should of taken notes so will watch this again and take notes at the same time hahaha.
Yaas, love this!! Thanks for the constant support lovely! X
Very useful video on how to get clients. I am a freelance web designer, but this is useful to anyone starting out. Thanks for sharing.
Glad it was helpful!
Very informative, i love it! thanks for the info, can't wait to use it soon!
So glad I found your account!! Your videos are very inspiring and helpful !!
I love your movies and your work! I am only bothered by one question, what does it look like in cooperation with the client? What do you show the client before you start working? only moodboards or something more? How to avoid a situation where, after creating the entire brand of the client, he will say that he wants something completely different? what to do in such a situation? Are you doing the whole brand again?
Love your videos! You are such an inspiration!! ❤️
Love to hear this! Thank you very much, hope my videos can continue to inform and inspire people😊💛
Appreciate it 😊 useful information 👍
From India
Just wanted to say this video was really really helpful!! You answered so many questions I had in my head. Thank you 😍
You're so welcome! Glad I could be of help :)
Hey, thanks for the video - I have just registered as a freelance designer and trying to get my first clients
Amazing to hear, I wish you all the best 😊
@@abiconnick Thanks so much! just working on my intro video today - thanks again for the tips!
Super helpful, Abi :)
Glad it was ☺️
Thanks slot Abi for sharing such an amazing content.can you ,Ake a few on complete branding deliverables.
My pleasure! Will note it down ☺️
How would you compare the rates you charged from when you first started as a beginner to now as someone who had years of professional experience?
Very nice Abi thanks for the tips.
Appreciate it👍
Thank you!! Glad you found it useful 👏
love from india
You know the reason why I'm here.
Do I?
Hi abi! Just found your page and am so excited to watch all of your content! You’re an awesome designer. I am also curious about the font you are using for your logo - I’m looking for something just like it and think it’s really nice! Thanks!
Solid tips for beginners!
Hey
@@designwithanandhu5692 yo
Thank you very much Abi
These are really helpful.
I’m glad they have helped!
This was a great video, thank you Abi :) I have a question though, if I was to niche down when starting out, could I eventually expand into other niches and styles or industries? I usually try to have a style appropriate for a given project, but this ends up with most of my portfolio not being cohesive and I haven;'t got any passion projects either to show myself off. Thanks in advance if you see this
Thank you James, appreciate it! Yes you certainly can! When you have a bigger name, business and brand people will happily come to you for other services, just have to build that trust first! I would say start doing passion projects it really allows you to grow your skills and find your unique style!
Thank you for sharing your Experiences. Appreciate that.
I think it's al about Doing Ethical Marketing & Building Relationship. RIGHT ?
No problem! If you can build and engaged community on social media you'll never struggle for clients again!
@@abiconnick Great 💟. Thank you for your response.
hi, can i request a video content?... if possible, can you make a video about doing mockups cuz its satisfying when you are doing it ... hope you see this! 💖
Great video!
Glad you enjoyed it😊
hai saya dari indonesia 🇾🇪 . if you can, every day you create content so that I can learn smoothly
❤️ Thank you
So I'm a graphic designer. I'm burnt out and don't want to finish school. I feel like I'm learning things I don't need to. I feel like a lot of places won't even look at your work if you don't have a degree. I'm just sick of school. Do you have a degree?
I have a video on if you need a degree or not here: th-cam.com/video/C0U-6omir2k/w-d-xo.html hope it helps! Sorry to hear you're feeling burnt out, I actually don't have a degree and am mostly self taught, I believe passion projects is one of the best ways to grow and improve as a designer, it lets you explore your creativity, create your own style, and it makes you enjoy the work and fall in love with being a designer, I would highly recommend you give one a go! 💛
Thank you
You're welcome
I face one problem i don't design logo..but most project client wants logo +other design.. should I ask client kindly design logo from someone i will do other thing😀
Greetings from México ✨
Hey!!💛
hello from indonesia!
What to do in cases where you have a project already and another one is also being requested, won't it be hard to have number of projects ?
Hello Abi, thanks for your so helpful videos! I love your BRITISH accent but you speak a bit fast lol. thanks again
This video is really helpful to me as I've been doing freelance for 1 year on fiverr and absolutely nobody see my gigs
Hey, I would recommend getting a website, if you are using adobe you coudl even try adobe portfolio or behance! I worked on Fiverr for a while think i reach level 2, but i would not reccomend fiverr, personally i found the clients wanting low quality of work or ask me to copy work, as well as, if there is any problems even if its the clients fault fiverr sides with the client... Even if its against your agreements and Fiverr's terms and conditions...
@@KamiAlicja I've got a website but no one seems to engage with it much and can't seem to get my SEO noticed!
@@stephen.create totally understand i have the same problem it can be difficult to get traffic! Social media can be helpful and Facebook groups
Try adding contracts, welcome packets and when sending deliverables send it as a pdf presented to the client, these little things can add value and make clients pay more due to this value, not sure how that would work on fiverr but just an idea. Fiverr is a confusing place but if you need the money totally understandable, look at top gigs and take inspo like keywords. I wish you all the best and good luck!
I wish I could but where I am my option are very limited :
I am from Madagascar and here, most peuple don't have any use for a bank account as they don't have any money to store, to compensate this, all banks make the financial requirements to create one incredibly high, so high that even a lot of people with some very high paying works here can't afford them.
And while I try my best to get some saving from local works, the reality is that our economics is just so bad that there is almost no local clients and the pay rate is incredibly low so I just can't afford to make an account even with all the saving I do as if now.
So getting direct work from international clients won't work for me as there is no way for them to send me the payment afterward.
Similarly, I would guess most clients would like to have some secure payment while working directly with a designer instead of a direct bank transfer, and even if I managed to make a bank account finally, PayPal, and other similar services just don't work in my country (you can use PayPal for making payments but not for receiving payments).
I've thought during a lot of time about all my options and all the pathways design related or not I've explored so far would get all cut off by all of these same hard blocks.
The only option that would get me through there block I found was to use websites like fiverr, as they don't require you to put any card information to get started so my plan was to finish a lot of client works from there until I would have around 2000$ in my fiverr account. Only then I would be able to safely use by small savings and borrow from people to open a bank account as I would be able to repay everything right away and would still have some left for investing in my local projects that would let me able to maintain everything even if the fiverr traffic was fluctuating.
This was just one of the only plans I have to get past all the issues I had but the other are not design related so I won't bother you with them, so far none is working as excepted unfortunately but that won't stop me from trying
Best website for fake projects??
I used briefbox before it was helpful to get started and build my portfolio
I would tailor your projects to the clients you want to attract!! So for example if it’s specifically clothing brands, then make a project based around this! But if you’re not sure what business you want to attract and just want to start then I bring out design briefs each week on my Instagram page!! X
I had an idea for getting more clients that I was going to try, but I want to know if it’s a good idea. I want to do rebrand of clothing brand I follow on Instagram, as of right now I’m focusing on logo design. If I were to design this logo for this brand just for fun and post it on my Instagram tagging the brand, would this be a good way of getting my name out and letting them know I could design for them?
Thats a really good idea! Definitely gets your name out there to that specific brand, as well as, in general!
Hey, yes definitely!! I would try every idea you’ve got and just see the response you get from it👏
Contact me for your intro video
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