For the past few years, I've been toiling with graphic design. I enjoy the process of conveying a message into a neatly packaged logo and image. I also enjoy the reactions of others seeing my work. The problem is that I have yet to learn the art of freelancing. I am not necessarily in distress about my capabilities to design. But I am struggling in the facilitation of a productive relationship with the client. What should one do when the client refuses to listen to your expertise? When is the right time to step back from personal and professional priniciples to satisfy the client, even when what they want is a hot mess? As a designer, how can you produce, in a timely manner, work that is forever being changed by an indecisive client? How can you stop a few bad apples from spoiling the bunch?
I've had my ups and my downs as a graphic designer, and I definitely prefer the ups. Is there anyone else out there in the blogosphere facing similar issues? What tips can you provide? Are there any books that deal with such a dilemma?
I can't offer any advice but I would like to encourage you to keep doing what you are doing. I love your work and have been nothing but satisfied with the designs you have created for me. Thanks! Here is a site a came across today. I hope you enjoy it. http://www.graphicdesignblog.org/common-statements-for-graphic-designers/
ReplyDeleteI believe this website has great information for people in creative fields like you. http://papernstitchblog.com/
ReplyDeleteI think it will be a useful resource for everything from packaging to dealing with customers. If I come across another site specifically for Graphic Designers, I'll let you know. :)
@Tamara- Thank you. I went to the site and now I know that this happens all the time.
ReplyDelete@Liz- I went to the site and I really dig it. But I didnt really see too much to help as it relates to graphic design. Keep me posted of other sites you find.