The Typecast: Grow Your Art Business

7 Time-Saving Hacks for Designers and Artists: Work Smarter, Not Harder | The Typecast Episode 7

07.25.2023 - By Katie Johnson and Ilana Griffo of GoodtypePlay

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In this episode, Katie and Ilana talk about the hacks that they use as graphic designers and artists to help them work smarter and save time. These simple tools and mindset shifts allow their businesses to function smoothly and help them be more productive as entrepreneurs, all while maintaining work-life balance and avoiding burnout. So to all letterers, type lovers and art enthusiasts - get ready to dive into the wonderful world of repurposing art and content. Listen to this episode as we spill the beans on how you can save time without compromising your unique creative process.Here's what you'll discover in this episode:• Hack #1 - Double dipping: Repurposing work for multiple income streams  • Hack #2 - Optimizing your workflow: Mastering key commands and shortcuts for Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign• Hack #3 - Boosting efficiency: Creating actions and batch processing in Photoshop• Hack #4 - Leveraging mockups: showcasing creative projects in multiple ways• Hack #5 - Pinning your images: utilizing Pinterest and SEO to boost visibility and attract clients• Hack #6 - Avoid starting from scratch: Delegating and utilizing templates from resources like Creative Market• Hack #7 - Time Management: Pomodoro technique, habit stacking, A, B, C list system, the 12 Week Year - use the hack that works best for youWe’re hosting a free training with Creative Market on August 9th to showcase 5 lean design hacks to accelerate your workflow.Sign up here: https://goodtype.us/leandesignhacksMentioned in the episode: Creative Market

Become a Creative Market member to get up to 20% off the entire catalog and free asset Drops worth up to $1k. Plans start at $19.95/mo.Sign up here: https://creativemarket.com/membership?utm_medium=creator&utm;_source=goodtypeFree Assets of the Week from Creative Market hereNolan PelletierAtomic Habits The 12 Week YearLogo Package Extension for Illustrator use code “goodtype20” for $20 offConnect with Katie & Ilana from Goodtype • Goodtype Website • Goodtype on Instagram • Goodtype on Youtube • Join the Good Guild Love The Typecast and free stuff? Leave a review, and send a screenshot of it to us on Slack. Each month we pick a random reviewer to win a Goodtype Goodie! Goodies include merch, courses and Kernference tickets!• Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts • Subscribe to the show• Tag us on Instagram @Goodtype• Follow us on Tiktok @lovegoodtype• Keep the conversation going on Slack• Learn from Katie and IlanaGrab your tea, coffee, or drink of choice, kick back, and let's get down to business!

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