The Deeply Graphic Designcast - DGDC

Graphic Designers Nick Longo and Mikelle Morrison

The Deeply Graphic Designcast: Where Creatives Level Up! Hosted by Nick Longo and Mikelle Morrison, this dynamic duo dives into bold ideas, behind-the-scenes insights, and real-world advice to inspire designers, artists, and makers. Don't miss our first series, The Next Level with Tom Lauro. Tune in for the stories, tips, and fresh perspectives that’ll spark your next big creative move!

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May 22, 2018 · 1 hr 10 min
Niche Spotlight: Hand-Lettering Design
Typography is one of the most important aspects in graphic design. While choosing the right fonts for the job can make a huge impact, this week’s guest takes that to a totally different level — he does it all by hand (and companies pay him quite nicely for his efforts!) There’s nothing cookie-cutter about Denver […]
May 9, 2018 · 1 hr
How to Produce Pro-Level Branding Videos With Your Smartphone
By 2019, video will make up 80% of all web traffic. Besides, video is one of the best ways to brand your design business, build trust, and showcase the personality behind the business. This week, we have special guest Cielo de la Paz to walk us through the entire process: what you need, how to […]
Apr 23, 2018 · 1 hr 24 min
Passive Income Ideas & Tips For Designers
As designers there are so many ways of using our talents to make money — so why do so many of us rely solely on client work? In this episode, we answer a recent listener question about the ins and outs of passive income. And since the three of us don’t do too much of […]
Apr 12, 2018 · 1 hr 1 min
The Private Brand Niche
Long gone are the days of plain white packaging with bold black lettering. Nope, these ain’t your grandpa’s generics. Welcome to the era of “private brands.” When you shop, I’m sure you notice the proliferation of store brands in just about every category. And you may also notice that they look less like store brands […]
Mar 27, 2018 · 1 hr
Plagiarism in Design
As designers, just about every single project begins with inspiration. But where does inspiration end and plagiarism begin? In this episode, the gang discusses the thorny issue of plagiarism in design. We offer some tips to make sure you aren’t accidentally ripping off someone else’s design, as well as what you can do about it […]
Mar 16, 2018 · 53 min
Niche Spotlight: Illustrative Branding
Rolling right along with our design specialty series, this week we got to talk to illustration & branding specialist Jordan Wilson. We talk about how he got into this world, and he’s got lots of great advice for anyone thinking about or trying to break into the niche. We also zag a bit — and […]
Feb 23, 2018 · 57 min
Will Design For Beer!
Remember how we said a few episodes back that it would be cool to highlight some cool niches that are out there for designers? Well we made that happen, and here’s our first such episode. This week, we’re joined by Ryan Wheaton, an independent designer who specializes in BEER! Specifically beer branding and packaging. Not […]
Feb 19, 2018 · 57 min
Making Your Own Luck
Do you run your design career passively, waiting for good things to happen, or do you grab it by the horns and make the good stuff happen? If you’re in the first camp, we’re going to try to change your thinking up a bit. Today, we’re joined by designer and conference organizer Matt Dawson. Not […]
Jan 29, 2018 · 58 min
DesignCast 150: Listener Questions LIVE from Adobe Max
We’ve reached a milestone — 150 episodes, and we have all of you, our loyal listeners to thank! As you know, the whole gang recently traveled to Las Vegas for the Adobe Max conference. We got to meet a bunch of listeners (and get drunk with a few too,) and we also got some fantastic […]
Jan 17, 2018 · 1 hr 3 min
Here’s to being BRAVER in 2018
With every new year brings a new resolution — so what about being BRAVER in your design career? We are once again joined by the myth, the man, the legend, content specialist Aaron Wrixon. Aaron is here to talk about his brand new content framework that’s designed to make you stand out in the crowded […]
Dec 29, 2017 · 59 min
Web Design Trends Taking Off in 2018
Last week we looked at all the graphic design trends to look out for in 2018, so we thought we’d follow that up with all those trends that are specific to the web design world. In this episode, listen as the gang talks about everything we have been seeing pick up tremendous steam, and will […]
Dec 13, 2017 · 1 hr 3 min
Graphic Design Trends to Watch in 2018
With 2017 winding down, it’s time to take a look at the year that was, and the trends that we predict will continue to dominate the graphic design world in 2018. So sit back, close your eyes and visualize all the trends we go over, and download resident overachiever Nick’s handy pdf guide of the […]
Nov 27, 2017 · 59 min
2017 Designer Gifts Wish List
Just in time for Cyber Monday, we present our annual designer gift guide! Listen as the gang lists off the things we’ll be asking for this year, because getting cool stuff is really what the holiday season is all about. And Nick will apparently be buying every. single. thing. We also answer a new question, […]
Nov 13, 2017 · 1 hr 4 min
Positioning Your Agency (or Micro-Agency)
Have you ever wondered how to set yourself or your design agency apart from the competition? Wonder no more, because in today’s episode, we have a very special guest who will shed some light on the subject. Content strategist and copywriter Aaron Wrixon is in the house, and will show you how to stand out, […]
Oct 30, 2017 · 1 hr 12 min
Our Biggest Takeaways From Adobe Max
Last week, the gang all got together in person to attend the 2017 Adobe Max conference, and we can honestly say it was incredible. Lots of new announcements, feature enhancements, and brand new programs that we’re all super excited to share with you. Mikelle couldn’t join in on this episode, but Wes and Nick are […]
Oct 10, 2017 · 53 min
Designer Fails
Any designer who’s made it will tell you they failed a LOT on the way up. It’s the best way to learn — at least that’s what we keep telling ourselves. And the Deeply Graphic gang is no different. Listen to our tales of woe, and what we learned from biting it over the years. […]
Sep 25, 2017 · 53 min
Clients From Hell
Working with great design clients is what makes our job so amazing. Then there are the OTHER ones. Clients who don’t value your work. Clients who give vague feedback, or who will “know it when they see it.” Most of the time, this is all on us as the designer — we haven’t properly communicated […]
Sep 19, 2017 · 1 hr 3 min
What’s Coming to Creative Cloud?
Every designer basically lives, works and breathes in the Adobe Creative Cloud. So this week, we have Adobe’s Michaël Chaize on with us to discuss upcoming additions, as well as a few cool things you can currently use that you may not have known about. (We were all surprised by a few things that we […]
Aug 29, 2017 · 44 min
DesignCast 140: Listener Question Show!
We made it to 140 fun-filled episodes, and to celebrate, we’re digging deep into our mailbag to answer six new burning questions from listeners like you. Whether you’re a print or web designer, seasoned vet or newbie, there’s something here for everyone! Show Links: Freshbooks FREE for 30 Days Offer – Important: You must enter […]
Aug 14, 2017 · 51 min
Recurring Revenue Packages
Did you know it costs about five times as much to acquire a new client than it takes to maintain an existing one? Knowing that, why do so many designers “one and done” it with their clients? In this episode, the gang talks about some great ways to keep your existing customers by offering ongoing […]

The Deeply Graphic Designcast - DGDC

Niche Spotlight: Hand-Lettering Design

How to Produce Pro-Level Branding Videos With Your Smartphone

Passive Income Ideas & Tips For Designers

The Private Brand Niche

Plagiarism in Design

Niche Spotlight: Illustrative Branding

Will Design For Beer!

Making Your Own Luck

DesignCast 150: Listener Questions LIVE from Adobe Max

Here’s to being BRAVER in 2018

Web Design Trends Taking Off in 2018

Graphic Design Trends to Watch in 2018

2017 Designer Gifts Wish List

Positioning Your Agency (or Micro-Agency)

Our Biggest Takeaways From Adobe Max

Designer Fails

Clients From Hell

What’s Coming to Creative Cloud?

DesignCast 140: Listener Question Show!

Recurring Revenue Packages