The Business of Graphic Design: Protect & Perfect Your Passion

Unlock a Streamlined Creative Business: Secrets from Aaron Draplin

Are you a self-employed creative – designer, illustrator, photographer, or more – dreaming of spending less time on administrative tasks and more time on the work you love? Renowned designer Aaron Draplin shares his proven strategies for building a thriving and efficient creative business.

It's a common challenge: you excel at your craft, but business management – from client contracts to invoicing – can feel overwhelming. Aaron Draplin, celebrated for his iconic logo design and masterful use of Adobe Illustrator, demonstrates how to create a business that runs smoothly, allowing you to focus on your passion.

In this class, learn how to be as polished in your business practices as you are in your design work. You'll discover:

• Project Template Mastery: Build clean and crisp project templates to save time and ensure consistency.
• File Management Optimization: Optimize your file structure and naming conventions for effortless organization.
• Email as Art: Treat email communication as a strategic tool, crafting professional and effective responses.
• Invoice Essentials: Understand the building blocks of a strong invoice and get paid promptly.
• Proactive Problem Solving: Get ahead of potential business problems and ensure legal compliance.
• Learn from Experience: Aaron Draplin reveals the mistakes he's made over two decades running the Draplin Design Co., offering valuable insights for your own business journey.

This class is designed for any self-employed creative looking to master the admin side of running a business. You'll leave with an actionable business management to-do list to boost your confidence, protect your interests, and impress clients with every interaction.

Save valuable time by streamlining your operations and reclaim more time for creative pursuits and personal life. This course is perfect for creatives at all career stages.

Please note: This class provides business organizational strategies and does not offer financial or tax advice. It focuses on establishing a solid foundation for your business.

Bring a notebook and pencil to create a personalized to-do list as you learn!