Creative Staffing Insights & Hiring Intelligence

Insights from icreatives on hiring graphic designers, UX professionals, marketing talent, and building high-performing creative teams. Explore trends in creative staffing, employer branding, remote work, and portfolio hiring.

December 10 2022
No matter what type of business you run, cybersecurity is something everyone has to deal with. Whether you are taking customer orders over the internet or even just hosting a website that uses cookies, you need to adhere to cyber security regulations.  Cybersecurity regulations are always changing, however, and it can be difficult to keep…
November 29 2022
Most businesses these days employ some form of AI. Whether it is when orders come in or perhaps a robot that answers messages on your website.  No matter what it is that your AI does, as a business owner, you should know how it works.  Wondering why? Read on to find out why you need…
November 18 2022
Whether you work in the office or from home, keeping yourself motivated can be a major challenge. This is especially true when life seems to throw you curveball after curveball. When demotivation sets in, it can cause you to become less motivated as you lose sight of the goals you set for yourself. Learning how…
November 14 2022
A group of people all place their hand in the center of a circle.  Considering that a large portion of an individual’s life is spent in the workplace, the culture must have a sense of belonging. In recent years, however, people have become increasingly more isolated at work, whether they work on-site or remotely. Most…
November 7 2022
Power dynamics is a concept that exists in many industries, no matter how large or small the company is. Many employees are either actively looking for ways to push their agenda or striving for a promotion or notoriety.  Depending on the type of power dynamics that are at play in the workplace, it can be…
November 3 2022
Most employees look to leaders as a source of authority, especially when they are experiencing uncertainty. The expectation is that the leader will know the exact right thing to say or do to fix the problem. But what happens when the leader is not confident enough to make the hard decisions? In most cases, employees…
October 31 2022
It seems like every business is suddenly getting ready for the arrival of the metaverse by opening digital shops and preparing virtual merchandise. Some are even purchasing land to build in a digital space.  But what exactly is the metaverse? And will it impact your business?  Read on to learn more about the metaverse and…
October 24 2022
In most businesses, especially those that rely on loyalty from customers, it is difficult to know how to retain loyal customers. While it is important to dedicate time to bringing in new customers, it is equally important to retain current customers. Knowing the reasons behind building a loyalty program and when you should develop one…
October 24 2022
Living with uncertainty is a big part of the human experience as a whole and is not much different in the workplace. Whether you are working in the same position for years or are up for a promotion, fear of the unknown can be somewhat debilitating. For managers and employees alike, there are many times…
October 18 2022
You’ve seen the news. The left political party is becoming more left wing, and the right political party is becoming increasingly more right wing.  But in this polarizing climate, what strategies should you implement to remain a good leader? There are several, and implementing them won’t be as easy as you think. Read on to…