The Brand Identity’s interview with freelance designer and motion artist Jake Richardson explores his journey from interning at Pentagram to freelancing for major clients like Google Creative Lab. He discusses his daily rituals, creative routines, and how transparency, adaptability, and experimentation shape his career in London’s design scene.
Episode 134 of The Spark podcast, hosted by Katy Cowan, features a reflective conversation with David Sedgwick of Studio DBD about resilience, kindness, and redefining success in the creative industry. The episode also highlights sustainable design innovations, new Royal Mail Christmas stamps by Judy Joel, and the Glasgow School of Art’s recent award. Additional segments include insights from James Hughes on AI and illustration, and a creative tip on building a strong reputation.
The Brand Identity interviews London-based designer Sthuthi Ramesh about her experiences freelancing at leading studios like Pentagram and Made Thought, her advocacy for more inclusive and supportive environments for creative mothers, and her co-founding of Nicety Materials, a digital library for physical materials. She discusses the challenges of permalancing, the impact of the pandemic, and her passion for sustainability and diversity in design.
