As a young adult with a mortgage & no formal education needing a career shift, this is incredibly helpful. Going down the formal education route is not an option for me, so it's useful to learn what I can do realistically if I have the discipline. Thank you!
@@DenaNguyenI'm sorry to bother you but I have a few questions about graphics designer! First I'm just a 12 years old who wants to be a graphic designer, If so can a 12 years old be graphics designer? I'm super scared to start and have no idea where..this might be funny but I don't even know how to create a portfolio 😅 also don't know where to find clients, I watched a lot of videos when they say to go on Twitter but I think they want someone who is more grown up and have experience Plus I don't know which platform/app I should use
Anyone younger deciding should I do this, trust me...DO IT especially whilst you are younger. I am now 50, I was supposed to do another year at high school then go to art school but I mucked about and ended up in Storeman job for years along with long standing depression and anxiety...easily my biggest regret is not persuing being a Graphic Artist. It is way easier and obtainable these days so go do it! 👍🏻 People still tell me it's not too late 😕 Excellent video Thank You.
my name is Aklog from Ethiopia I learn graphics by my own self and it was not easy to move forward by your own self I mean I face a lot of things to move each step, for example to bought a laptop for my design It takes for me around 4 month, imagine how much heart breaking is this and then guess what is the laptop is hp, 500GB, 64 operating system, and it was also a huge heart breaking... any way I am still in fighting to be a graphics designer so this video show me a lot of way and a lot of strategy to move forward so Thanks for your consideration to make this video
Hi! I’m 28, and I’m in the architectural design industry and I’m seriously considering a career shift to graphic design. This video really helped me to put things in perspective.
I'm an aspiring graphic designer from the Philippines and I'm really learning a lot from you. I'm manifesting of having the tech I need for this. you're an inspiration. :)
Thank you! is all I can really say. I can watch your videos all day without skipping a bit of it. very educative, simple , straight to the point and motivates me as a new designer to be.
Hy dena... I intend to take design graphic as my field study on CCI program by Aminef.. eventhought I’m not graduated from design major, but currently i am working as junior grafic designer in my country and I think taking design grafic study in USA with CCI Program will be a great chance to improve my ability and support my career. I do get many insight and image about design graphic students in abroud from your video😄
It's very comforting listening to your voice, getting the information i wanted to pursue my graphic design career. Your videos helped me a lot so far and your works inspired me to be a better artist and explore more content creators Thank you so much! :]
This video helped me a lot! Soon I'm going into hight school and i was thinking if i should go into graphic Design. I have alway wanted to do Graphic Design but no one was really able to explain how it goes, what does it take or how to start. You made me feel more confident about it and inspired me to do it even more, so thank you! ~o~
Hi there, Dena! I just wanted to thank you for all your videos and for the effort that you put into them. They're a blessing for me honestly. And your content always feels like the answer to a question that has been puzzling me for ages, and I can't thank you enough. The world of graphics is a scary one to break into for me, but your amazing advice is giving me hope for the future.
I am planning on going to my community college for associate in graphic design. I was in this debate too. But after speaking with the head of the program and looking at the job listing around my area. I figured I might as well since I got the financial aid. If you have the funds, or if you can apply for financial aid. At least check your local community college. Check if they have a graphic design course and try to reach out whoever is in charge of it. Don't just email them, either. Speak with them in person as well.
I just thought of ways on how to make my life turn around, make money as a student to compensate my school expenses, and most importantly I wanna learn something new so I immediately jumped into graphic designing. Graphic designing still seems kinda complicated to me considering that I'm new to this stuff and frankly I know I'm not that creative enough to be a graphic designer. What makes it even more difficult is that I'm no good when it comes to art, but as they say if you never try, you will never know. Making me realize that the cost, time or risks it would take will be worth it someday. Watching your vids inspire me to become passionate about graphic designing and make me wanna learn it.
Hi Dena. Thank you for. making this video. I am a senior in a design program right now and I am freaking out about graduating and figuring out what I want to do with my degree. Oddly enough this video is helping me to recenter myself and get back on track. Thank you.
This is my first time enjoying your UA-cam channel. Great content! Looking forward to hearing more from you! Your video was so informative. Thank you so much!
Im a graphic designer student 1st year and everyone telling me it's useless to study this major in university and i lost hope and was thinking of changing major but thinking of it now yeah it's not bad studying it at a university while learning also from outside and trying to compete with others gives me more motivation thank you a lot
Really nicely put together video! I especially enjoyed your thoughts on collaboration & seeking like-minded creatives (hence I'm watching & commenting 😃) I think a lot of people in the beginning of their careers think that graphic design is a 'solo' job, while in reality it is ALL about creating something Together, with like-minded people. Great content, subbed! 👌D+B
I appreciate the information and steps you provided. I graduate in May with my graphic design degree and still trying to figure out which route to take. I am getting back in the hang of creating things so my skills don't die. There are so many routes to take and I get lost. I am huge fan of Adobe Creative Cloud. I have been able to use it while I was in school as well as out of school!
hey I needed this video a lot. Thankyou so much for explaining it so nicely and keeping it simplified. I have been learning it all alone and watching this video today made me feel at ease about the demotivations I get along the process.
Thank you for this video! I have a question though - as a self taught designer, what exactly do you put on your resume to get hired.... Other than listing "proficient in Adobe suite, etc." I have a degree in something completely different than design (in education), so how do I get employers to look at me without formal education in design? I am worried that even before getting to the portfolio, they would just skip you because the resume wouldn't have formal design education on it. I feel like many self taught designers can be even more qualified/knowledgeable sometimes bc of the amount of discipline that had to be done to be self taught in the first place haha - would really appreciate some insight into this, thank you! ❤
Recently found u & loved this video of yours! I'm really interested in graphic designing, enrolled into a paid course once as well and after that, just left practicing as I got into some family stuff. Now there is SO much information on the internet that its become so difficult to understand, where to start?? Cant even decide own niche! Love your work though and hoping to find some direction!
I struggle picking a right skill to learn. I get demotivated because all these skills comes with another skill which is the same for every skill. Which is sales skills. That's humanly impossible due how i lived my life
Cool Iam about 22 on Sunday 9/15/24. My goal the Graphic Designer and Digal Arts. artist. Teacher made by IPads or Cumpers. Teachs people how. To become to be happy and Learn.
hi, i have 1000 psd file with same background image but different logo and contact details at the bottom, i want to replace the background image for all the psd file in bulk, how can I do it?
Can't know how I bumped onto this. All in all Awesome content ❤️😄. I also watched those similar from mStarTutorials and kinda wonder how you guys make these clips. MStar Tutorials also had cool information about similiar things on his vids.
Sounds like the designer just signed the death certificate for her career. This sure backfired on her. Should have kept her mouth shut and acted like a professional.
hello everyone! hope you're having a lovely day. 🫂I am in need of *advice, tips, and overall insight about the beginning phases of my journey.* here's a quick backstory: for a long time, one of my greatest hobbies has been working on manipulation edits (Dena's floral portrait video is an example of what a manipulation edit is), purely for enjoying some alone time, having fun, and connecting with my friends. overtime I realized that the field of graphic design might be *the* "love what you do" type of career field for me. but I can't afford a bachelor's degree, only boot camps, educational books, and in-person and/or online courses. I know that graphic design has a lot of fields but does anyone know specifically which could be fitting to my tastes to work on banners, flyers, infographics, etc? Dena's portfolio video also showcased some of her work that I'm heavily interested in, too. additionally is it possible to pay my way as a self-taught? (assuming that I'll provide a good enough portfolio, of course) or is a degree an absolute necessity? and if anyone could give advice on where to begin or tips that beginners should know, I'd be extremely grateful. *PS* if my letter reaches anyone out there, know that I don't mind a detailed response, please! paragraphs or not, I'll read it all. thank you.
As a young adult with a mortgage & no formal education needing a career shift, this is incredibly helpful. Going down the formal education route is not an option for me, so it's useful to learn what I can do realistically if I have the discipline. Thank you!
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As a young adult with a mortgage & no formal education needing a career shift, this is incredibly helpful. Going down the formal education route is not an option for me, so it's useful to learn what I can do realistically if I have the discipline. Thank you!
This was best video explaining graphic design to become a graphic designer. Not a lot of videos can do that great work 👍🏽 👏🏾
Aw thank you Ciara ❤️ I appreciate it!
@@DenaNguyenI'm sorry to bother you but I have a few questions about graphics designer!
First I'm just a 12 years old who wants to be a graphic designer, If so can a 12 years old be graphics designer? I'm super scared to start and have no idea where..this might be funny but I don't even know how to create a portfolio 😅 also don't know where to find clients, I watched a lot of videos when they say to go on Twitter but I think they want someone who is more grown up and have experience
Plus I don't know which platform/app I should use
Anyone younger deciding should I do this, trust me...DO IT especially whilst you are younger. I am now 50, I was supposed to do another year at high school then go to art school but I mucked about and ended up in Storeman job for years along with long standing depression and anxiety...easily my biggest regret is not persuing being a Graphic Artist. It is way easier and obtainable these days so go do it! 👍🏻 People still tell me it's not too late 😕
Excellent video Thank You.
my name is Aklog from Ethiopia I learn graphics by my own self and it was not easy to move forward by your own self I mean I face a lot of things to move each step, for example to bought a laptop for my design It takes for me around 4 month, imagine how much heart breaking is this and then guess what is the laptop is hp, 500GB, 64 operating system, and it was also a huge heart breaking...
any way I am still in fighting to be a graphics designer so this video show me a lot of way and a lot of strategy to move forward so Thanks for your consideration to make this video
Hi! I’m 28, and I’m in the architectural design industry and I’m seriously considering a career shift to graphic design. This video really helped me to put things in perspective.
Any updates? I'm in the same industry. Currently taking a graphic artist exam for a company. I hope they consider me.
can you explain what kind exam it is?
AI..?
just graduated with my BA in architecture literally sameee
I'm an aspiring graphic designer from the Philippines and I'm really learning a lot from you. I'm manifesting of having the tech I need for this. you're an inspiration. :)
I hope now u r adavance graphic designer ⚡
hello, are you doing this as self-taught? or did you find a school afterwards?
I'm also from the Philippines can you tell if you are self taught or you are in university
thank you! have no idea how to start but i know working a 9-5 the rest of my life is what’s pushing me!
I'm in the same pile of s**t 😢
Thank you! is all I can really say. I can watch your videos all day without skipping a bit of it. very educative, simple , straight to the point and motivates me as a new designer to be.
Hy dena... I intend to take design graphic as my field study on CCI program by Aminef.. eventhought I’m not graduated from design major, but currently i am working as junior grafic designer in my country and I think taking design grafic study in USA with CCI Program will be a great chance to improve my ability and support my career. I do get many insight and image about design graphic students in abroud from your video😄
It's very comforting listening to your voice, getting the information i wanted to pursue my graphic design career. Your videos helped me a lot so far and your works inspired me to be a better artist and explore more content creators
Thank you so much! :]
This video helped me a lot! Soon I'm going into hight school and i was thinking if i should go into graphic Design. I have alway wanted to do Graphic Design but no one was really able to explain how it goes, what does it take or how to start. You made me feel more confident about it and inspired me to do it even more, so thank you! ~o~
Hi there, Dena! I just wanted to thank you for all your videos and for the effort that you put into them. They're a blessing for me honestly. And your content always feels like the answer to a question that has been puzzling me for ages, and I can't thank you enough. The world of graphics is a scary one to break into for me, but your amazing advice is giving me hope for the future.
Well, my goodness. This is the first time out of many years to find out that there are different types of graphic designer. Thank you.
Your explanation should be awarded. I love you 😘💕
I'm currently debating on going to school for graphic design or going the self taught way. This was very helpful and inspirational. Thank you! :-)
if you have enough funds then you should definitely go it gives you lots of knowledge
I am planning on going to my community college for associate in graphic design. I was in this debate too. But after speaking with the head of the program and looking at the job listing around my area. I figured I might as well since I got the financial aid.
If you have the funds, or if you can apply for financial aid. At least check your local community college. Check if they have a graphic design course and try to reach out whoever is in charge of it. Don't just email them, either. Speak with them in person as well.
@@rosa3299that’s what I am doing too
you sound so trustworthy
You are my new inspiration ❤ love you
Love you too ❤️
Thank you! Just got GI Bill approved for a Bachelors in Graphic Design. This helped so much!
finding so much info in one video is truly a blessing, love from Pakistani
Man I wish I could like a video more than once. This helped tremendously thank you!
I just thought of ways on how to make my life turn around, make money as a student to compensate my school expenses, and most importantly I wanna learn something new so I immediately jumped into graphic designing. Graphic designing still seems kinda complicated to me considering that I'm new to this stuff and frankly I know I'm not that creative enough to be a graphic designer. What makes it even more difficult is that I'm no good when it comes to art, but as they say if you never try, you will never know. Making me realize that the cost, time or risks it would take will be worth it someday. Watching your vids inspire me to become passionate about graphic designing and make me wanna learn it.
Hi Dena. Thank you for. making this video. I am a senior in a design program right now and I am freaking out about graduating and figuring out what I want to do with my degree. Oddly enough this video is helping me to recenter myself and get back on track. Thank you.
thank you dina, i love your word, the more you learn the more you earn
Good general knowledge for learning anything! Do you have a video on explaining the different type of graphic designers?
This is my first time enjoying your UA-cam channel. Great content! Looking forward to hearing more from you! Your video was so informative. Thank you so much!
Im a graphic designer student 1st year and everyone telling me it's useless to study this major in university and i lost hope and was thinking of changing major but thinking of it now yeah it's not bad studying it at a university while learning also from outside and trying to compete with others gives me more motivation thank you a lot
Really nicely put together video! I especially enjoyed your thoughts on collaboration & seeking like-minded creatives (hence I'm watching & commenting 😃) I think a lot of people in the beginning of their careers think that graphic design is a 'solo' job, while in reality it is ALL about creating something Together, with like-minded people. Great content, subbed! 👌D+B
Hi Ate Dena, thank you sharing all what you've got on how to start Graphic Design. More videos to come. God bless you❤
Thank you for this video, Dena.
I love your chanel. ♥️
I appreciate the information and steps you provided. I graduate in May with my graphic design degree and still trying to figure out which route to take. I am getting back in the hang of creating things so my skills don't die. There are so many routes to take and I get lost. I am huge fan of Adobe Creative Cloud. I have been able to use it while I was in school as well as out of school!
hey I needed this video a lot. Thankyou so much for explaining it so nicely and keeping it simplified. I have been learning it all alone and watching this video today made me feel at ease about the demotivations I get along the process.
Hi Dena, I like your room its cozy this is where I imagine my self doing my stuff , Great video btw
"To practice any art, no matter how well or badly, is a way to make your soul grow. so do it " Kurt Vonnegut
You're awesome Dena! Miss having class with you!
I love the way you speak....and i love you!
You are a gift! Thnx A LOT 💛💛💛😭 i was stuck not knowing from where to begin
Bt now i know thnx to you ❤
The best video for graphics thx bro
Hi Dena thanks for always giving us great points,advice and content🎯🙏keep up the great work an keep well❤
Do most remote job opportunities for graphic designers require a formal degree or is being self taught sufficient?
Thank you for this video! I have a question though - as a self taught designer, what exactly do you put on your resume to get hired.... Other than listing "proficient in Adobe suite, etc." I have a degree in something completely different than design (in education), so how do I get employers to look at me without formal education in design? I am worried that even before getting to the portfolio, they would just skip you because the resume wouldn't have formal design education on it.
I feel like many self taught designers can be even more qualified/knowledgeable sometimes bc of the amount of discipline that had to be done to be self taught in the first place haha - would really appreciate some insight into this, thank you! ❤
Thank you for this video. This video has answered my questions.
you got a new subscriber here!
Welcome! and thank you 🙏
This video was very helpful!
Thank you so much! 🤩
i loved this video, thank you for sharing 🙏🏽♥️
I highly appreciate this💜
Recently found u & loved this video of yours! I'm really interested in graphic designing, enrolled into a paid course once as well and after that, just left practicing as I got into some family stuff. Now there is SO much information on the internet that its become so difficult to understand, where to start?? Cant even decide own niche! Love your work though and hoping to find some direction!
Thank you so much This was very useful 💞💞💓
greetings graphic design from Indonesia :)
Thank u for much useful information❣
Thank you for sharing this info
Thank you!
Great vid 👍🏽
thanks diane
I struggle picking a right skill to learn. I get demotivated because all these skills comes with another skill which is the same for every skill. Which is sales skills. That's humanly impossible due how i lived my life
Thank you.
😊 Thank You 🤭
thanks for motivation)
Thanks so much. Can you post up your graphic design portfolio please?
Very helpful thank you
I love your explaination ♥️
Very informative 👍🏻
Thank you so much, this means a lot to me 🙏🏿
value content thank u!!!
Hi! Do you read graphics design books too? I would want to know any recommendations from you. You're doing an awesome job!
I recommend reading. How to Steal Like an Artist, And Show Your Work by Austin Kleon.
Cool Iam about 22 on Sunday 9/15/24. My goal the Graphic Designer and Digal Arts. artist. Teacher made by IPads or Cumpers. Teachs people how. To become to be happy and Learn.
Thank you
Graphic design is a lot of work but it’s like computer skills.
What app to make a grapic designer in computer ?
Thank you so much for sharing
Can you please reply which course i want to study after my 12 grade (12 class in computer science) for becoming a graphic designer
Would Envato elements be okay to use when trying to design a project for a portfolio??
Is "behance" good for our portfolio?
Need one for 2024
hi, i have 1000 psd file with same background image but different logo and contact details at the bottom, i want to replace the background image for all the psd file in bulk, how can I do it?
Please how can get the softwares. How can I get the adobe cloud suite
great content Dena, do you also edit your videos yourself ?
I’m 16 when I get out of high school I don’t wanna work a 9-5
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
How to do you get them apps on computer so
Very helpful (;
Do you have suggestions for online courses? 2:07
she seemed super cute and nice so I came to watch her
❤
Is it hard to be a designer without a degree?
My answer is no, degrees are just paper fr. What you need is knowledge and experience, which you gain through practice.
I’m so sorry…
I am a Japanese, and I’m interested in graphic design.
and I’m interested in this video.
So Is there anyone who can give me a summary??
về việt nam dạy học đi chị
Shawty bad
Good
No resources at all? How can I be self taught if you won’t show resources
hi
Can't know how I bumped onto this. All in all Awesome content ❤️😄. I also watched those similar from mStarTutorials and kinda wonder how you guys make these clips. MStar Tutorials also had cool information about similiar things on his vids.
Where do I leave my soul?
i think in in the wrong year
Me too 2024
The video says 2021 or so I'm
I'm in May 2024
💀💀💀💀💀💀
I end up myself not listening seems boring content sorry
Sounds like the designer just signed the death certificate for her career. This sure backfired on her. Should have kept her mouth shut and acted like a professional.
its very over saturated and you need years of experience.
stop waffaling
hello everyone! hope you're having a lovely day. 🫂I am in need of *advice, tips, and overall insight about the beginning phases of my journey.*
here's a quick backstory:
for a long time, one of my greatest hobbies has been working on manipulation edits (Dena's floral portrait video is an example of what a manipulation edit is), purely for enjoying some alone time, having fun, and connecting with my friends. overtime I realized that the field of graphic design might be *the* "love what you do" type of career field for me. but I can't afford a bachelor's degree, only boot camps, educational books, and in-person and/or online courses.
I know that graphic design has a lot of fields but does anyone know specifically which could be fitting to my tastes to work on banners, flyers, infographics, etc? Dena's portfolio video also showcased some of her work that I'm heavily interested in, too.
additionally is it possible to pay my way as a self-taught? (assuming that I'll provide a good enough portfolio, of course) or is a degree an absolute necessity?
and if anyone could give advice on where to begin or tips that beginners should know, I'd be extremely grateful.
*PS* if my letter reaches anyone out there, know that I don't mind a detailed response, please! paragraphs or not, I'll read it all. thank you.
As a young adult with a mortgage & no formal education needing a career shift, this is incredibly helpful. Going down the formal education route is not an option for me, so it's useful to learn what I can do realistically if I have the discipline. Thank you!