Good Reads: The Signal takes a different approach to current affairs
We hear how the media brand’s debut print publication, The Long Game, draws inspiration from Soviet era graphic design and the alternative spirit of underground publishing
We hear how the media brand’s debut print publication, The Long Game, draws inspiration from Soviet era graphic design and the alternative spirit of underground publishing
The creative shares why it’s good to push through the struggles and why practice has become the most important element of her work
Created by multidisciplinary studio Picnic, the 2D animation follows two characters communicating through the ether, which is neatly presented in an interactive experience that shows both perspectives
The rise of social media has led to an uptick in the use of stills photography and video clips to help promote new shows and films. CR examines the impact of this approach
The supermarket’s new branding will be seen across its Serious About Summer campaign, both of which were developed by Havas London
We Are Social’s global director of cultural insights discusses how the agency is looking beyond rapidly changing trends to help brands from adidas to Starbucks embed themselves in digital culture
Find out details for the UK undergraduate art and design showcases taking place this summer
Stunning cabaret performances at the Playgrounds and Offf festivals are taking director David Wilson’s work in a new direction. He explains how everything he does is interconnected and why not every director’s ambition is to make movies
Apple’s new iPad Pro ad sees a series of items crushed, to demonstrate the creative power of the new tablet. It has provoked ire across social media – Ben Kay examines why
Influencer wrangling is now a crucial part of any brand management role. And this bit is relatively straightforward: find people who people like who can spread the word about your product. But what happens when the wrong people get in on the action?
The latest episode of Creativity Sucks! is taking on the contentious issue of pitching in the advertising and design industries
In our latest monthly interview we speak to designer and illustrator Jessica Hische, who has built a hugely successful career spanning commercial work, books and even retail. Here, she reflects on her life and work and how the industry has changed during her career
House of Oddities was set up to challenge the more problematic elements of the traditional agency model. We speak to its founders about why they think the odds are still stacked against small indie agencies
The dating app is launching its new design and features with a campaign that addresses the exhausting admin involved in finding a match
Nick Asbury’s new book examines how brand purpose intoxicated the marketing world, and the negative impact he feels it has wrought. Here he introduces the book’s central themes and implores us all to think differently about the trend
The new Ultimate BBQ Burger launches with a campaign by Mother that offers a taste of summer no matter the weather
We explore how the worlds of design, advertising, gaming and illustration are responding to accessibility needs
AMV BBDO’s campaign for COPI shines a light on sewage spills in UK waterways with the help of a faecal-inspired font
Since losing his sight at the age of 19, the filmmaker has gone on to write and direct his first feature film, shoot a Super Bowl ad for Google, and set up a non-profit to help the next generation of disabled creative talent
In a consumer landscape that favours virtue, with audiences that will call out bad behaviour at the drop of a hat, courting controversy is a risky move. But brands can still use it to their advantage
Images and ideas to feed your imagination
Expert tips on how to navigate a creative career
Analysis of creative projects and trends
CR’s podcast on life in the creative industries
Brands need to frame the changes required for a sustainable future in positive terms, in order to bring everyone from audiences to CEOs with them, says Alex Bee of creative agency Space Doctors
The photographer’s new publication, Workbooks, is an ode to the ritual of meticulously cataloguing work, thoughts and ideas, and gives a glimpse into the last 40 years of his creative production
Regular collaborator Aidan Zamiri has directed the music video for 360, which features a boardroom meeting of the internet’s favourite leftfield stars
Formerly staff photographer at New York Magazine, the creative talks to CR about the freedom of going freelance and the importance of valuing your work
The duo’s latest project, Bumps, recalls the devil-may-care attitudes of adolescence, and a period defined by fun, freedom and a search for understanding
The housing and homelessness charity’s new campaign reinforces the value of social housing to the nation, and calls for more homes to be built
The design festival is back this June with a line up of over 80 speakers across three days, including Annie Atkins, Sesame Workshop and Christopher Doyle
The swimwear brand encourages us to ‘Go Full Speedo’ in a spot that features Stranger Things actor Dacre Montgomery and is a rallying cry to get people swimming
Creative agency Bokeh has created a nostalgia-infused visual identity for one of America’s original sneaker brands, which dates back to the 1930s
Lola MullenLowe and director duo Lionel Goldstein have created a set of campaign films that add an unexpected twist to the classic Lynx Effect
The brand’s first campaign since 2016 is aiming to refresh its image. We speak to PG Tips and creative agency Calling about the power of a light touch, and what director Steve McQueen brought to the campaign film
The artist and Oscar-winning filmmaker has directed the brand’s first spot since 2016, which stars Top Boy’s Ashley Walters giving himself a pep talk over a brew
How the most successful brands on TikTok drive performance through ground-breaking creativity
Ineffective work often stems from bad behaviours. To change things, you need to measure where it’s all going wrong
Low on the pecking order for policy makers, the FE sector is nonetheless vital to help nurture the next generation of creative thinkers
TikTok’s thriving #TravelTok community are hungry for travel brands to inspire and advise them for their next adventure
The five qualities that great account management people bring to in-house agencies, and why their impact can be transformative.
TikTok communities are always hungry for fresh entertainment: here’s how to make sure your brand is part of the conversation
To achieve their goal of being seen as lead agencies, in-house creative agencies need to fill gaps in strategy, planning and process
Entertainment builds brand awareness, but according to TikTok it’s also a vital ingredient in performance marketing.
Don’t let your location or work commitments hold you back: advances in remote learning have made even practice-based courses like Fine Art much more accessible.
Appreciation of the design process should permeate an entire organisation, not just its in-house creative team
Via its latest visual trends report, Depositphotos predicts an emphasis on wellness, joy and magic this year
Early adopters in fashion and entertainment are blazing a trail, but how could brands in other sectors embrace the potential of the metaverse?
Brands must dream big to push the limits of experience design in the metaverse.
Don’t waste time shuttling drives around: get the edge on the competition by shooting straight into the cloud.
Context is king in the art world, and digital twinning is an exciting new way for artists to establish provenance and boost the value of their creations.
Once you’ve found the ideal location for your campaign shoot, be sure to make the best of every corner of it
At an executive level, design thinking can transform an organisation from the inside – and this kind of cultural shift may prove vital for many brands’ survival
Insider advice from Burberry, Rimmel and Duolingo to thrive in TikTok’s world of democratised creativity
A strong digital presence is increasingly vital for any successful artist – and it starts with the right name