Visual Branding
What is the process of designing YouTube thumbnails?
In this video series, we’ve talked all about YouTube. How to create video thumbnails, creating graphics and artwork that will make your YouTube channel standout, and tips on thumbnails that will attract viewers to your video to watch them. One of the questions I first get when I’m speaking to potential new clients about creating…
Read MoreWhat are the best sizes for my YouTube graphics?
Hello, we’re back again, to talk a little bit more about YouTube. And this video is all about creating graphics for the YouTube channel to make sure that it looks spot on. And in particularly, we’re going to be talking about the sizes that you need to create your graphics at to make sure it…
Read More5 Tips for Creating YouTube Thumbnails
This year I will be producing a lot more video. They’ve said for the past few years, especially last year, that by 2020, 80% plus of content consumed online will be video. We’ve reached 2020. So it’s about time that we start taking video a little bit more seriously. So I’m planning on doing a…
Read MoreSpeakers S1 Ep1: How do I create on brand presentation slide decks?
You’re a speaker. You’ve spent the time planning the talk, creating the content and then it’s time to put together your slides. One of the biggest missed opportunities to show off your brand is incorporate your brand identity into your presentation slide deck. After attending more and more conferences and speaking events I’ve noticed an…
Read MoreRebranding S1 Ep 3: Can a rebrand damage my business?
I recent discussed the impact of rebranding vs not rebranding when it’s required. Following on from this I was asked whether a rebrand could actually damage your business and how to avoid a rebrand fail once you’ve decided it’s the right step. I would say it could be just as damaging as not rebranding…
Read MoreDo I Need a Professional Headshot?
MWAH! I’m delighted to be guesting here on Claire’s blog! I have loved reading her recent collection of expert advice when it comes to branding knowledge. If you don’t know me already hi I’m Laura and I’m a branded headshots photographer, pleased to meet you! In this blog I’m going to share with you some…
Read MoreRebranding S1 Ep 2: What is the impact of rebranding vs not rebranding?
I recently took part in a #contenthour Twitter Chat hosted by Janet Murray all around the topic of “How important is branding in your business?” One of the key discussions was around the risks of not rebranding and why you should when it’s required. Could you be doing more danger not rebranding if you need…
Read MoreStock Imagery vs Professional Bespoke Imagery
I was working with a client recently on her website design who didn’t have any imagery of her own. This meant we couldn’t convey her messaging and make the designs more appealing. We started to explore stock photography sites but couldn’t find anything that would work perfectly. In the end the client invested in getting…
Read MoreRebranding S1 Ep 1: When is the right time to rebrand?
I was recently approached by a new client who was looking to rebrand their blog. Their blog had been successful, but a lot of changes were happening in their business and after putting off a rebrand for a while, they decided now was the right time. But do you know when it is the right…
Read MoreHow to use Canva to gain back time in your day
Time is the one thing you can’t go back and get. Once it’s gone, it’s gone, so it’s so important to use it efficiently and effectively. In business it seems like there’s even less time than ever to get around to all the jobs you need to do. There’s so many great resources and…
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