DTC PODCAST: Designers To Consumers by Ankur K Garg & Mike Sciullo
The DTC Podcast, hosted by Ankur K Garg and Mike Sciullo, brings you the latest news from Adobe, tips tricks from two of the world's best Graphic Designers, and an insider's look at what it takes to design product packaging. Also known as the "Designers to Consumers" podcast, this entertaining show will have you laughing out loud as they discuss their notorious experiences and unique perspectives in the industry and their unique perspectives on client management. Tune in for an informative + entertaining look at the world of DTC from two of the best designers at the peak of their careers!
Episodes
On the final episode of the first season we come full circle to talk about the designer's perspective when it comes to consumers. Ankur and Mike tackle tough questions like how to get the brand to give you credit on social media, how do you change the public perception of graphic designers, and most importantly what shoutouts mean to graphic designers!
WHAT DESIGNERS EXPECT FROM CONSUMERS
Graphic designers expect cons...
We saved one of the best topics for last... [INSERT EPIC DRINKING GAME HERE] Yeah go ahead and take a drink every time you hear us talk about paying on time. Ankur and Mike also touch on what goes into trusting your designer, how to sent digital assets, and how to handle feedback from friends/family vs actual professional feedback.
HOW TO BE A GOOD CLIENT
Being a good client for a graphic designer is not hard â it jus...
Ankur and Mike are back and ready to talk about the infamous Proposition 65 warning that clients ask us to put on product labels without fully understanding how it works... The guys also touch on important topics like tax nexus, branding in Canada and Europe, and how to handle Amazon/Walmart when it comes to Proposition 65!
Unofficial Website: http://prop65warning.com/
DESIGNERS HATE PROP(OSITION) 65
Proposition...
This is one of the nostalgic episodes where Ankur and Mike share stories about their wild trade show experiences, the process of designing basic 10x10 booths to designing massive 'super-booths,' and lastly how it all works when it comes to cost analysis and clientele management.
TRADE SHOW BOOTH DESIGNS
Designing a great booth for a trade show is no easy feat - but it can be rewarding. Expo booths are usually the firs...
Ankur & Mike breakdown some of the most common misconceptions when it comes to packaging design and managing clientele expectations. You'll definitely hear about copycats in the industry, what it takes to disrupt an industry, and the impact designers have for new brands.
HOW MOQS AFFECT DESIGNER'S OPTIONS
When it comes to impact, minimum order quantities (MOQs) are a big deal in the supply chain. MOQs impact every...
Did we leave you hanging? Well here is the much anticipated second part of the "Worst Client Stories" from Ankur & Mike...
WORST CLIENT STORIES - PART 2
Dealing with clients can be a nightmare for graphic designers. Nothing sucks more than lack of payment, argumentative conversations and ultimately feeling like youâre wasting your time. It's essential to protect yourself from any potential hiccups that could come ...
Uhh, yeah its time to talk about some of the worst client experiences in Ankur & Mike's careers.
WORST CLIENT STORIES - PART 1
Graphic designers have horror stories that could make your skin crawl. They've faced clients who lack courtesy, understanding, and worst of all, payment! While horror stories are the extreme cases, dealing with unprofessional clients is something many graphic designers face.
The key ...
Ankur & Mike are about to spill the beans and tell you their secret sauce when it comes to decision making on how much to invest in product packaging... Clients don't always realize how much power a graphic designer has in their hands when it comes to the success of a product, but the boys will share some of their experiences with you on how to navigate the waters!
WHAT'S TOO MUCH TO PAY FOR PACKAGING?
Packaging design i...
The duo of Ankur & Mike tackle educating everyone on what statistically is the most important part of a product package for consumers across all global communities. They also touch on who should hold the final decision on packaging, clean labels, FDA requirements, and share plenty of their own personal stories!
WHAT ARE CONSUMERS LOOKING FOR ON PRODUCT LABELS IN 2023?
It's 2023 and consumers want to know exactly what is ...
Welcome to the first episode of a new podcast hosted by two of the best graphic designers currently at the peak of their careers. In this episode Mike and Ankur cover what its like screening designers in interviews, building up new talent, and shoutout several colleagues who are running multi-million dollar empires...
HOW DO YOU KNOW IF A (GRAPHIC) DESIGNER IS GREAT?
If you're looking to hire a Graphic Designer, there ...
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