On the eleventh episode of Candid Creative, Antonio speaks with Michael Molholt. Michael is a full-time graphic designer who works and lives in Oklahoma. Michael works for the non-profit side of Oklahoma State University. His job involves print work, digital, web, motion graphics and animation.Michael starts by describing how he got into nonprofit work and how much he enjoys the work because it helps others. Michael recommends looking into nonprofit work if you haven’t considered it.
Michael then goes on to share about his Instagram journey. He got into Instagram to become a better designer. After a while, he realized that he could help the people who knew less than him and in the process of doing that he would gain more expertise. One point Michael makes throughout the episode is the importance of putting out content that you’re passionate about. Michael found purpose in using Instagram to help others and he does his best to connect with as many people as possible and support them.
When it comes to his typography design, Michael uses one typeface, but different variations of that typeface. Also, he sticks with one color, orange, so that his brand is distinguishable and consistent. One thing Michael recommends from a design perspective is to pick one thing and master it. He suggests mastering your message first and then adding different layers that enhance your message.
Michael ends by offering the encouragement to start with what your good at and that the important part is to do and practice. He reminds us that we can learn a lot from our failures and mistakes and as long as we learn from them, they make us better.
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