Freelancing & Finding Balance in the Creative Industry with Brooke LeBeau

<p>Our guest on this episode is a graphic designer and marketing professional who studied graphic design and film theory, and went on to becoming a freelance designer, focusing on brand identity and campaign development. We delve into the importance of inspiration and client input in the creative process, and how Brooke strikes a balance between keeping herself sane and keeping clients happy.</p> <p>Learn about...</p> <ul><li>Diversifying income streams: Brooke emphasizes the importance of professionals re-imagining their approach to supplementary income streams. She encourages creatives to explore their hobbies and other passions to find ways to incorporate them into their business or side hustles.</li> <li>Balancing full-time work and side projects: Brooke provides tips for effectively managing side projects while working full-time. These include setting realistic timelines, being proactive with project management, and learning to say no when necessary.</li> <li>Overcoming career challenges: Brooke shares her experience of being hired for one job, but having her priorities change, leading her to take on a completely different role. She emphasizes the importance of adaptability and finding the positive aspects in such situations, as they can provide valuable skills and experiences.</li> </ul> <p>Our guest</p> <ul><li><a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/brooke-lebeau-19211bba/'>Brooke LeBeau</a> is a creative marketing professional based in Austin, TX and owner of <a href='https://www.brookelebeau.com/'>Artfully Creative Studio</a>. Her origins are in graphic design and filmmaking with professional experience in both marketing and fine arts. Brooke has a Bachelor’s degree in graphic arts and film production from the University at Buffalo and a Master’s degree in fine art from New England College, setting her up as a jill of all trades with a background in branding, digital and print media, websites, events, social media, content design, and consumer products.Brooke is passionate about skills diversification and