Mar 3

The Graphic Designer Blind Spot That Destroys Your Design Career

Have you ever watched someone burn down their whole career while convincing themselves they’re a genius? You can see the disaster coming from a mile away but they’re so wrapped up in their own BS they think the smoke is a spotlight.Graphic Designers do this every day. They cling ... Show More

31m 41s

Feb 24

Are Graphic Designers Over 40 Too Old for the Industry?

Most graphic designers think ageism in graphic design is the problem. They think once you hit 40, the industry starts phasing you out. That younger designers with faster tools and bigger social followings are taking over.If you’re a graphic designer over 40, you’ve probably asked ... Show More

33m 28s

Feb 17

The AI Question That Will Define Your Graphic Design Career

AI just changed the rules again, and graphic designers are acting like nothing happened. Meanwhile the biggest AI leaders on the planet are warning everyone that the future showed up early. Most designers still think they have time. They don’t.If you feel confident about your des ... Show More

35m 50s

Aug 2024

S05.EP12 - Secrets of Logo Design with Ian Paget

In this episode of JUST Branding, we unlock “Logo Design Secrets” with the esteemed Ian Paget, the creative mastermind behind Logo Geek. 👉 Learn more: https://justcreative.com/podcast Ian, a celebrated logo designer and author, has made a notable impact in th ... Show More

57m 59s

Mar 2024

100 Strategies to Grow Your Design Business with Chris Do

It's a milestone worth celebrating! The Profitable Graphic Designer Podcast is proud to announce its 100th episode! Over the past 100 episodes, we've had the privilege of hosting some of the sharpest minds in the creative industry. Our guests have shared their ... Show More

1h 5m

Nov 2025

#474 - William Pedersen, Founding Design Partner of Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates (KPF)

This week David and Marina of FAME Architecture & Design are joined by William Pedersen, founding design partner of Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates (KPF). The three discussed William's background and career influences, leaving hockey for architecture, career breakthrough, establishi ... Show More

1h 20m

Apr 2025

157 What Separates $3K Designers from $10K+ Designers

Most designers stay stuck at $3K projects because they’re pricing wrong, targeting the wrong clients, and positioning themselves as just another freelancer. The difference between a $3K designer and a $10K designer isn’t design skills. It’s how they run their business. In this ep ... Show More

22m 17s

Sep 2025

The Courage to Create with Jeremy Slagle | EP 180

What does it really take to show up confidently as a designer?In this episode of The Profitable Graphic Designer Podcast, I’m talking with Jeremy Slagle, the founder of Slagle Design. With decades of experience, Jeremy shares what it means to have the courage to create, how he bu ... Show More

50m 51s

Sep 2025

134- Part 4: Let's Talk Profit Strategies, Follow the Profits, Not all Projects are Sexy

Send a textWelcome to the grand finale of our four-part Profitable Design Series with Laura Thornton!In this essential episode, Laura helps you shift from just designing beautiful spaces to designing a truly profitable business. Learn why reviewing your numbers regularly is more ... Show More

11m 52s

Mar 2025

#436 - Walter Hood, Creative Director & Founder of HOOD Design Studio

This week David and Marina of <a href= "https://www.famearchitects.com/">FAME Architecture & Design</a> are joined by Walter Hood, Creative Director & Founder of <a href="https://www.hooddesignstudio.com/">HOOD Design Studio</a>. The three discussed Walter's childhoo ... Show More

1h 13m

Jan 2025

611: Why Chasing Big Projects Might Be the Biggest Mistake of Your Career with Marcus Gleysteen of MGA Architects

In this episode, Marcus Gleysteen shares his inspiring journey as the head of a design-driven architecture studio. From lessons on finding the right clients to surprising insights about the balance between creativity and business, Marcus doesn't hold back. His perspective will ... Show More

55m 20s

Oct 2025

Why Branding Starts with Strategy, Not Design (with Dr. Nathan Bryan) | Ep 181

Most people don’t dream of becoming entrepreneurs in the lab. But when science meets innovation, business ideas are born.In this episode of The Profitable Graphic Designer, I’m joined by Dr. Nathan Bryan, a molecular medicine researcher turned product-based business owner. He sha ... Show More

35m 6s

Aug 2025

103. Social Media Manager Starter Kit: Everything You Need to Get Started

If you're constantly feeling like you're winging it as a social media manager—scrambling to put together proposals, second-guessing your pricing, or starting from scratch with every single client—I need to tell you something important.You're not unprofessional. You just don't hav ... Show More

8m 14s

Why Saul Bass Logos Last 35 Years and Hi...