Katie Cadwell advises young designers on thriving in remote studios
In a recent column for If You Could Jobs, Katie Cadwell, who co-founded the branding studio Lucky Dip and hosts The NDA Podcast, addressed a graduating designer feeling uneasy about starting their career in a remote studio. She pointed out that remote work's success hinges on the dedication of both the team and the individual. Cadwell advised the designer to voice their concerns to the studio and ask how they foster connection and growth. While noting that remote studios often engage in industry events, she encouraged attending design festivals independently if they don’t. For networking, she suggested sharing work online and getting involved in discussions. Lastly, she emphasized that effective remote agencies should include juniors in business talks and regularly seek feedback.
Key facts
- Katie Cadwell is co-founder of branding studio Lucky Dip and The NDA Podcast.
- Creative Career Conundrums is a weekly advice column from If You Could Jobs.
- The column is published on It's Nice That.
- Cadwell says success of a remote studio comes down to effort from colleagues and the individual.
- She advises communicating concerns with the studio about connection and learning.
- Remote studios often attend industry events to network.
- Designers can network solo at design festivals.
- Cadwell recommends posting work online, showing BTS, and volunteering for talks and panels.
- For mentorship, she suggests jamming sessions and sharing work frequently on Slack.
- Good remote agencies should include juniors in business calls and schedule weekly wrap-ups.
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Artists
- Katie Cadwell
Institutions
- Lucky Dip
- The NDA Podcast
- If You Could Jobs
- It's Nice That