#that is then used not only to pay creatives less by employers

[toxicsugar]

Trying to put fanart and fanfic into the same basket as generative AI slop is disingenuous and ignorant at best. Though it doesn't surprise me - most pro-genAI people have no grasp neither on creativity nor the passion of artists doing any transformative work, not to say original content.

i am pro-copyright infringement. anybody who does fanfiction or fanart or anything should be pro-copyright infringement and obviously we are on the Fanart Website. why this is not a more popular stance among people who spend all their time doing transformative works is beyond me

[ohnoitstbskyen]

I deleted the ask, but someone wrote one basically saying "why do you post reaction videos to Helluva Boss? Don't you know the show exploits its workers and they're overworked and get burned out?"

And, I mean, I love your energy, person who asked, definitely hold on to those values and speak up about this. But also, I am afraid I might have some bad news for you about literally the whole entire animation industry.

As near as I can make out from the sparse journalistic reporting that's been done on SpindleHorse -- and as a sidebar, please for the love of god read actual reporting about these things and not just callout posts and fandom discourse -- as near as I can make out, SpindleHorse as a studio is neither all that much better nor all that much worse than basically anywhere else in the industry on their level. It seems like it is (or was? Hazbin Hotel seems to be run differently) a studio mostly run by contracting people on a project-by-project basis, which leads to a crapton of turnover, and a huge need for organizing and onboarding, which according to the reporting I have read, the producers and freelancers have struggled to balance and manage properly, which has negatively impacted a number of the workers.

Top that with the usual catty, clique-based backbiting, sniping and poorly managed conflict resolution that's just kinda endemic in creative environments mostly staffed by twentysomethings and stressed out freelancers, and you have the recipe for a workplace where a lot of people are going to have a great time and feel creatively fulfilled, and a lot of people are going to come away feeling justifiably burnt the fuck out and exploited.

All of this is... not especially unusual for the animation industry, or indeed for any creative industry. Which is not to say that it is good, or that it should be allowed to be normal, or that it shouldn't be reported on and criticized (and please for the love of god support unionization efforts because that's the only thing that will actually address these kinds of systemic problems). It's just to say that if those kinds of issues are the line in the sand you draw where you refuse to engage with a studio's output...

Then, for starters, say goodbye to basically all of anime, because the Japanese animation industry is actively in a state of crisis trying to recruit new talent because its working conditions and pay are so astonishingly abysmal. And the horror stories that escape from that industry make the issues at SpindleHorse look like summer camp at times.

But you also have to say goodbye to a lot of American and European animation. Please do not imagine that Disney and its subcontractors, or that Nickelodeon or Warner Bros, are benevolent employers. They exploit their staff brutally and are currently trying to crush the labor value of animation with threats of generative AI being used to replace jobs. But those corporations also have extremely well-funded PR departments and the ability to silence employees with NDAs and threats of blackballing, so you don't get to hear as many of the horror stories as you might from a smaller independent studio that's less able to silence criticism by holding people's careers hostage.

All of this is to say that 1) it's valid and important to have criticism of both large and small-scale animation studios, and to keep the well-being and happiness of the workers higher in your priorities than the output of Products™.

And 2) if you're going to have a principle for what kinds of problems make a studio's output morally untouchable for you, and what kinds of problems you think should make a studio's output untouchable to other people, you do need to apply that principle consistently to the entire industry, and not just to the independent animation studio that happens to be surrounded by the internet's most inflammatory fandom discourse.

If you don't apply that principle consistently, maybe don't send reproachful messages to strangers scolding them for not living up to your standards, and even if you do apply that principle consistently, maybe still don't do that, because it's mostly quite annoying, and doesn't really do anything to support animation workers struggling for better working conditions.

The Animation Guild in the US is currently in the middle of a bargaining process with their industry, and they have a social media press kit as well as relevant talking points on their website which you can use to post in solidarity with the workers. If it comes to a full industry strike, consider donating to their strike funds to help them maintain pressure. Outside of the US, try and find out what (if any) local unions exist for animation workers, and maybe sign up to their mailing lists. They will let you know what kind of support they need from you.

[philtstone]

ok so originally i tacked this on as a rb to this post abt shawn spencers true calling as a stay at home girldad but then i decided its my blog i can do what i want so im making it its own post. obligatory disclaimer, i love the movies, this is not a dig at their choices, etc etc. anyway. i need to lay out my Vision to the people in a formal capacity

shawn needs a baby because psych was his baby

hear me out

i wont get into like, the thematic/narrative reasons why shawn and jules should have a kid to subvert their mutual Fear of Becoming Their Parents growth, bc that's a whole other dimension that requires its own post. i wont even mention how many times shawn talks about wanting kids in general. but purely based on the narrative role that psych as an agency played in shawn & gus's lives:

psych starts out as shawn and gus embarking on this big adventure that's an actualization of their childhood dreams. from the get go, gus has a day job; psych is an initially just fun, then great and meaningful thing he does in addition to that day job. on the other hand, psych is shawn's main Thing. it's his only real outlet (if we don't count the random 2-day long jobs he does for the bit) and full concentration point for all his energy, creativity, caring, and altruistic impulses. its the first time in his life he's ever committed to a job -- responsibility, long-haul endeavor, whatever -- that uses his skills, intelligence, and compassion in any kind of lasting way.

over the course of the show, shawn and gus's relationship to psych shifts and changes, and it becomes increasingly evident that shawn's personal relationship to psych is a representation of selfless versus selfish motivation within him. as he matures, he's less inclined to use it as a way to prove himself or show off or mask his personal insecurities/arrogance. he becomes more overtly reliant on it as what it was meant to be along: a way for him to help others.

obviously, the boys' evolving relationship with each other, shawns evolving relationship with juliet, and, critically, shawns evolving relationship with his dad are all key mediating variables in his maturation and subsequently his relationship with the business. parallel themes of commitment and responsibility -- shawn proving to his dad that he can be genuinely responsible for something as big as other peoples' well being and shawn proving to juliet that he's capable of committing to her long term -- run and grow here. imo a point where u really see all this exemplified is his willingness to give psych up to earn back juliet's trust in s7.

through all of this, gus still has a day job. that's not to say psych isn't also a hugely important part of his life and key factor in his own growth and maturation, but it's not the focus of his whole life, because gus has always operated with relative (relative ...) moderation. the peak of gus's growth is realizing that what was most important to him all along was being able to live life with the people he loves (shawn) at his side, even if it meant everything was chaotic and messy and imbalanced all the time. his last act of maturation was leaving behind stale security to bravely dive into the sincerity-filled unknown.

shawn on the other hand is fundamentally an obsessive person who will latch onto something and put 112% effort into that thing for as long as it holds his attention, and the show demonstrates to us that very very few things have been able to hold his attention for very long -- except psych. and despite the fact that this tendency changes in his personal relationships, it never really demonstrably changes in his ... employment habits.

we arrive at the end of the show. shawn gives psych up to move to san francisco to be with juliet (again; the selflessness). gus moves with him (again; the growth). so what now?

once again, their detective work does not pay many bills, so gus has his day job. but even with all of his growth, shawn spencer is not a day job kind of guy. juliet is extremely employed, of course (no one even slightly less employed than her could be with shawn long term, employment being not necessarily literal but a spiritual state that gus, too, possesses in spades). it's here that i posit that shawn's psych replacement has to be a baby.

thematically, he's left psych behind. whether or not he does still do detective consulting work is immaterial; psych in its original form has been irrefutably outgrown. he's in a different phase of life now, one that is explicitly marked by his commitment to juliet (who incidentally is the way she is because she never had a father who put her first). if we're going to continue the story, shawn and gus need another big adventure: one that will help them grow in this phase of life just like psych helped them in the last one. given how significant shawn's healing relationship with his dad & realizing how much of who is is comes from his dad was over the course of the series, AND given how raising a child is probably one of the biggest and scariest responsibilities an adult can take on (plus see jules note above), what better great adventure for shawn and gus to embark on than fatherhood?

as with before, gus will be a pharmaceutical salesman on the side, while the more interesting, exciting, meaningful work he does is Being Dad. gus has his baby first, because unlike before, he's comfortable tackling the scary and unpredictable without reservation from the outset.

and, as with before, shawn's kid will be his whole world.

like i said: narratively, shawn does not need a another job. he needs a baby. he needs to be a part time p.i., full time stay at home dad, who is totally, delightfully, chaotically, sincerely obsessed with that kid.

do all these points lead us to believe he'll have a "balanced" approach to parenthood? no way. is this a "healthy" dynamic to have with one's child? unclear. will there be multiple catastrophes along this great journey? undoubtedly. no one ever said he doesn't still need to go to therapy. BUT. 1) shawn's always been intense. we know this. we love this! we wouldn't want to change this about him. 1b) he loves the way his dad loves, and i'd personally be really interested to see a version of that love that's been tempered by shawn's growth and has (correctly) improved on henry's parenting style while retaining the obvious love and devotion. and 2) gus and juliet are right there with him! henry did not have a gus and juliet! everything will be fine!

finally, psych is a story about learning to be brave. all of the characters are forced to learn this, in a multitude of different ways. for shawn, a lot of his fears do stem from his relationship with his dad. having a kid would be his final boss battle! and i for one believe that he can win!

idk. i just think it fits so well. shawn as a dad would be imperfect, messy, sometimes disastrous, and full of love and sincerity -- just like psych was.

has to be a girl tho. amen

[puckpocketed]

Hello. You might have seen this floating around on twt:

link 1 // link 2, archive link

If by any chance you or someone you know are thinking about joining in on the challenge… no one can stop you but I implore you as someone who makes art, as someone with friends in an often-exploited creative industry, as someone who lives in late stage capitalism alongside you and has seen this play out before: proceed with caution.

Read the fine print on that form. There is NO guarantee of an internship, much less a job at the end of it. I haven't gone further than this form, but if anyone reading this does, and if there's no written agreement that your work won't be used without credit to you + payment for services rendered - RUN.

This is a common corporate tactic to get free labor out of people. I'm not saying this is necessarily what’s happening; for all we know this was done as a completely innocent move to drum up some fan engagement and as a genuine search for talent for their analytics team. WHO KNOWS. But I can't ignore that I’ve seen this situation play out again and again, at every scale.

Job interviews, when they ask you how YOU think they should improve their systems, how YOU would solve their problems? When they require that you do some problem-solving for them, and it goes beyond a simple task? That’s a free consultation you’re giving them, that's free work you or someone else should be getting paid for.

When big streamers/influencers ask their fans to join in on a fan art contest to choose their new pfp/banner? That’s hundreds, possibly thousands of pieces of free art they never would’ve gotten otherwise. They could've gone to the trouble of paying someone in-house to do it, hiring someone for that position, commissioning a professional for a piece. It's free work from their dedicated fans.

In this case, Utah HC is asking fans to not only choose/provide their own dataset, but to do a complex analysis on it AND do the work of visual and verbal communication to senior management, who likely do not have a deeper grasp of the concepts and will need it simplified. The stipulation that you will present your work could be ANYTHING!! The "five page deliverable" is already bananas to me, having dipped my toe into what analytics is and how complex the fun ones are. Condensing it all is WORK. The presentation portion may include speaking time and answering questions; the groundwork for doing this effectively may include producing data visualisations, making spreadsheets, time consuming write-ups. Maths and science communication is hard. It is WORK. They are asking for free labor.

Many have already called it out, but it's still gaining traction via retweets from big accounts uncritically sharing it. I found out through the official Puckpedia account. Jack Han called it out pretty eloquently on twitter and on his substack:

Many people aspire to work as an analyst in the NHL. Earlier today the Utah Hockey Club gave those people a glimmer of hope. Utah’s Summer Analytics Challenge is unusual in that it doesn’t provide a dataset or detailed instructions. The open-ended contests contrasts with other public (ex: Big Data Cup) or private (ex: NHL team interview) events. In those scenarios, participants are given proprietary data to clean, model and analyze, which influence direction and methodology. Meanwhile, Utah is seemingly happy with anything as long as the writeup is under five pages long. Utah’s contest also stands out in its near-total absence of legal fine print. There are no mention of intellectual property implications, which is perhaps fitting when the team is asking participants to bring their own data and analysis. [...] Open casting calls such as Utah’s analytics challenge start out as a lose-lose-lose proposition: > The employer loses because it will have to invest massive human resources to trawl/filter/evaluate/reverse-engineer the hundreds of write-ups it is sure to receive, with no guarantee that any of them will be of use > Applicants lose because the vast, vast majority of them will have nothing to show for their efforts, while a tiny minority risks having its IP stolen > Good ideas lose because they’ll be born into an environment where their parents (the applicant & the employer) have no defined relationship and won’t be in a position to grow together

link, archive link

I do try to keep things light on this blog, but this is super personal for me <3 thank u for listening

[notdefendingtaylor]

the most worrying thing to me about the asylum aesthetic

aside from the clear co-opting of mentally ill and disabled people's historical abuses under a broken, underfunded, and at times deeply unscientific system....

is that mental healthcare available NOW can be a profound help, life changing AND life saving.

but the asylum/love made me crazy/'female rage' imagery of ttpd is provoking a lot of discussion about historical abuses and the actual benefits are getting somewhat lost in that discussion. (scientology, THE anti-psychiatry organization, must be thrilled.)

here are some facts about recovery under appropriate and professional help:

bipolar: "Shorter duration of illness, higher social class, and treatment compliance were associated with higher rates of recovery and more rapid recovery." (source)

borderline personality disorder: "One study found that 77% of participants no longer qualified for the DBT diagnosis [of borderline] after one year [of DBT treatment]" (source)

major depressive disorder: "Clinical and functional remission was achieved in 70.6% and 56.1% of the MDD patients, respectively." (source)

hospitalizations: "it can reduce the stress of daily responsibilities for a brief period of time, which allows you to concentrate on recovery from a mental health crisis. As your crisis lessens, and you are better able to care for yourself, you can begin planning for your discharge. In-patient care is not designed to keep you confined indefinitely; the goal is to maximize independent living by using the appropriate level of care for your specific illness." (source)

what is my point here? contributing to the STIGMA around psychiatric care, trying to couch mental illness in language of romantic shared mania (folie à deux) is not just giving 2005 myspace, it's inherently irresponsible. a 'recovery is possible' mindset is what saves lives and in the US, her home country, the stigma against seeking help works hand in hand with the systematic defunding of mental health care to dissuade people from achieving the recovery that can lead to abatement of suffering and transition into a life worth living.

here's my mental illness cheat sheet:

it's not romantic. it can be associated with creativity, but that's not guaranteed or inherent and may largely be a cliche that sidetracks real functional improvement: "Romanticizing the 'mad genius' myths surrounding bipolar disorder can also be harmful, and have negative consequences on your wellbeing and productivity." (source)

it's expensive as hell to treat, but under certain income thresholds in the US, Medicaid can pay for most if not all of the treatment you might need.

it generally leads to lower employment rates or underemployment but treatment leads to the best outcomes for employment and housing: "undertreatment can have a negative impact on occupational functioning" (source)

substance abuse is a conversation that can't be unlinked to mental illness and for some reason the US seems more ready to talk about that than the underlying mental health issues - because then an element of blame can be assigned to the individual for self-destructive behavior. but addressing the core mental health issues can certainly lead to recovery in other areas, when the substance use is linked to depression, anxiety, etc.

the US loves to talk about mental illness when gun violence occurs, but that doesn't mean those same legislators will vote to expand access to mental health treatment (source)

my #1 tip i have is this: if you don't have insurance or your insurance only covers a fraction of your psych inpatient bill, CONTACT PATIENT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AND FILL OUT PAPERWORK TO SEEK A WRITE-OFF. instead of that $3000 bill you can leave owing $500 (or less). literally cannot emphasize this enough! the write-off is based on income so they will need to see your financials to assess what write-off(s) may be appropriate in your case.

peer support groups like National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) may hold meetings in your area where you can discuss your problems and relate to others' who may share some of your struggles. this is basically peer-led, FREE group 'counseling'. seriously, it's effectively nearly as good as the group sessions you might have to pay for, and the frequency is often weekly. (find support)

yes, we can talk about past historical psychiatric abuses and ongoing abuses today, which tend to disproportionately affect the socioeconomically disadvantaged. but the conversation needs to also include the benefits of access to scientifically-informed mental health treatment as well.

[cryptidfuckery]

hey i have a question since you’re in the cosmetology field: i’ve been thinking about taking a cosmetology certification course so i have a more employable trade skill (since im having difficulty finding an academically inclined job). do you think it’s a good idea? i’ve been told that it is because it’s still a semi-creative field and my undergrad degree is in art. i guess i’m just concerned because it’s like, “what if i spend the money on the supplies and classes and, at the end of it, i still cant find a job?” i also feel like, “the time will pass anyway, so i may as well.”

idk, what are your thoughts?

*rubs hands together* alright let's make a pros and cons list

PROS

- trade school takes less time and money than a degree. Often you can translate things you learned in your degree (especially art!!!) Into this trade

- you already have a leg up on so many other students simply by understanding color theory. I'm serious. You will start to understand how to formulate colors much quicker. This will make your life easier.

- you can be a little more picky about what kind of place you want to work. There are a million different types of salons that all offer something unique. You can find a mom and pop shop, or you can find corporate. You can find something in between. All have their own pros and cons.

- over time you can decide which skills you want to focus on and become a specialist. Seriously if you can learn how to platinum blonde people, you might have a wicked fun (AND LUCRATIVE) time doing vivids and alt vivids. Think rainbows and racoon stipes and cheetah print extensions and painting flowers on a buzzcut.

- this industry has the ability to be more lax with appearance. THIS DOES DEPEND ON WHERE YOU WORK. but! I find it's more and more of a trend to let stylists dress to express themselves instead of requiring a uniform. But this completely depends on your boss. I'll be real with you my clients have been dealing with me wearing sweat pants for years. The right ones will love you no matter how you look.

- even if you're still getting your skills refined, a lot of hairdressing is whether or not your clients like your personality. If you can hit the bullseye of doing their hair how they like it AND they love hanging out with you, you've just retained a client.

CONS

- overhead cost of going back to school. Check if you can access financial aid, you should be able to. But I paid around $17k for my 8 month full-time program. If you can't pay out of pocket, you'll be taking more loans home with you.

- time. Every state in the US has its own individual requirements for the hours needed to apply for a license. I'm in Massachusetts, which has one of the lowest hours needed at 1000. That translates to about 8 months full time (40hr weeks), or a year and a few months with the part time option my school had. CHECK YOUR STATE REQUIREMENT. You will only get a license valid in the state you went to school.

- you usually leave cosmetology school able to pass the state board exam. That is what the school is for. Most of the techniques and actual training ends up coming from the salons you work at. There is still a learning curve to hurdle after you get out of school. (Pro: But you'll be making money while doing it!) Some schools will give you more training, but it depends on the school (and they are usually more expensive)

- tagging onto the last one, your mentors are extremely important. Idk if this is a con its more what you need to be thinking about when looking for a place to work after school. Who your mentor is can make or break your experience at a salon.

- if you don't like working with, touching, or talking to people, this might not be the job for you. Being a hairdresser can kick your social anxiety's ass, but it's basically gonna be through forced exposure therapy. You'll be talking to people for the rest of your life.

- this is kind of both a pro and a con. On one hand, the moment you leave the salon you aren't taking any work with you. Ever. Unless you own your own place. On the other hand, you have to learn to leave your personal life problems at the door if you want to be a successful hairdresser. Yeah we cut hair, but we are also entertainers. Few people like a sad clown :( we're also therapists! Few people like a sad therapist :(

- school is....... school. You'll be in with a very, very mixed bag of people. My class even had a mother/ daughter duo attending at the same time! BUT! You will have to deal with fresh out of high school kids. This is the majority of the students. You might be able to curb this by starting before the end of the school year, but they will always be there.

And actually I got something else to say about that. The best thing you can do if you decide to do it, is to NOT treat it as school. Treat it as training for a job. You are there to learn the most you can so you can be as prepared as possible with what they're giving you. Your teachers will love you, and you'll feel like you made the most of your time with the money you are spending.

[ultraversetechnologies]

BENEFITS OF CONTINGENT STAFFING SOLUTIONS FOR BUSINESSES

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1. Flexibility to Adapt to Business Needs

One of the most significant benefits of contingent staffing solutions is flexibility. Businesses often face fluctuating workloads and seasonal projects that require additional resources. Hiring full-time employees for short-term needs can be costly and inefficient. Contingent staffing allows companies to scale their workforce up or down based on demand. For example, retailers can hire temporary workers during peak shopping seasons, while tech firms can bring in specialists for project-based work. This flexibility helps businesses manage staffing levels without long-term commitments.

2. Access to Specialized Talent

Contingent staffing provides companies with access to a diverse pool of specialized professionals. Many contingent workers have niche expertise in areas like IT, data science, marketing, and engineering. When a business needs skills that are not readily available in-house, a contingent staffing solution can fill the gap quickly. Additionally, companies can hire industry-specific experts without the burden of permanent employment, allowing them to benefit from specialized knowledge without investing in long-term training.

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Cost savings are one of the other benefits of contingent staffing solutions, where businesses can turn profit. Hiring permanent employees involves expenses such as salaries, benefits, and onboarding costs. With contingent workers, companies pay only for the services they need, avoiding the overhead associated with full-time staff. This model reduces payroll costs, employee benefits, and administrative expenses. Additionally, staffing agencies often handle recruitment, payroll management, and compliance, further lowering the operational burden on the business.

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Traditional hiring processes can be time-consuming and resource-intensive. Sourcing candidates, conducting interviews, and completing onboarding can take weeks or even months. In contrast, contingent staffing solutions streamline the hiring process. Staffing agencies or platforms provide pre-screened candidates, allowing businesses to fill roles quickly. This is particularly valuable for urgent projects or when a business experiences an unexpected spike in workload. Faster hiring means less downtime and greater efficiency.

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Employing full-time staff comes with legal and financial responsibilities, including benefits, severance, and compliance with labour laws. Contingent staffing reduces these risks because the staffing agency often assumes employer responsibilities. This arrangement minimises a company’s exposure to employment-related liabilities, such as wrongful termination claims or benefits disputes. Additionally, contingent workers are usually contract-based, making it easier for businesses to end engagements when projects are complete.

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[prismmultimedia]

Graphic Designing – Expectations Vs. Reality

Recent years, there is significant demand for visual graphics, and so has the need for skilled & efficient graphic designers. The field of graphic designing has evolved to greater heights over the years, with technology advancing rapidly and new mediums emerging.

As a result, the expectations from graphic designers have changed as well. However, many people have a misconception about graphic designing. They have a certain expectation which will not reflect with the reality of the job. In this blog, we will explore the expectation vs. reality of graphic designing.

Expectation: Graphic designers only need to know how to use design software

Reality: It is not just knowing about software it is more of using it well

Graphic designers must and should know how to use design software for e.g. – Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign. Not just knowing it but they also need to be Efficient in communication and collaboration, as they often work with clients, Entrepreneurs, and other members of the creative team. Prism Multimedia offers Graphic Designing course with cutting edge tools where our expert trainers will teach you how to use which will make stand out in this competitive world.

Expectation: Graphic designers work alone

Reality: Graphic designers often work in team’s

Graphic designers are not solitary workers. They often work in teams with copywriters, art directors, photographers, and other designers. Collaboration is essential in creating cohesive designs that effectively communicate the message to the target audience. Graphic designers also work along with client on day-to-day basis.

Expectation: Graphic designing is easy

Reality: Graphic designing is a challenging and time-consuming process

Designing a visually appealing graphic requires a lot of patience and efforts. Graphic designers need to research, brainstorm, sketch, and create multiple iterations before arriving at the final design. They also keep in mind regarding end user, the client’s brand identity, and the place in which the design will be used. It takes lot of effort and experience to create a design that effectively communicates the message and matches the end user of that design.

Expectation: Graphic designers just make things look pretty

Reality: Graphic designers create designs with a purpose

Graphic designers don’t just make things look pretty. They create designs with a purpose. Whether it is to promote a product, convey a message, or create a brand identity, every design has a specific goal.

Expectation: Graphic designers only work on print designs

Reality: Graphic designers work on a variety of mediums

Graphic designers work on Many mediums, including print and digital. They create logos, visiting cards, social media posters, and many other images related content. As there is sudden spike in digital exposure graphic designer ensure and make themselves perfect for both print and digital platforms.

Expectation: Graphic designing is a high-paying job

Reality: Graphic designing pay will be varied from person to person depending upon experience and employer

While it is true that graphic designers can make a good living, salaries vary based on experience and location. Entry-level graphic designers may make less than experienced designers, and salaries in larger cities may be higher than in smaller towns. Freelance designers also need to factor in expenses like equipment and software when setting their rates.

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In conclusion, the expectations vs. reality of graphic designing are varied and complex. While creativity, multitasking, expertise in design tools, independent work, and versatility are essential aspects of graphic design, collaboration, specialization, industry-specific knowledge, and balancing aesthetics with functionality are also critical. Graphic designing requires skill, creativity, and dedication. There were many theories about the job, but Graphic designers plays important role in giving impact with their creativity and appealing designs.

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[samwiselastname]

Samwise Lastname Life Update (Negative)

I moaned and groaned in that selfie a bit already but like. I have many people who have offered to help me with many things. Truly thankful.

At the same time I've always been The Person with the stable job and full time wage, like, pretty much since I finished DBT halfway through college that's been my defining character trait. Even before then, it was "person who is a prime target for financial exploitation."

My current situation is a shared living space where I am covering about 4/5s of our expenses, by virtue of being able to mask my disability well enough to work full time. We are still coming up $400 short a month. I've just gotten assurance that should change, a housemate is seeking work, but. It hasn't changed yet, and even once it does, I will not feel secure until we have an emergency fund for housing, and I won't feel safe keeping any personal savings until that's settled. Which is a couple years out at this rate - even farther with some necessary home repairs, which will push our deficit even higher.

We only get takeout once a month at most, our expenses have been essential housewares and home improvement items - pest control, plumbing maintenance tools, repair supplies. A few hundred of that deficit is just repeat homeowner shit. We planted a garden this year which was an expense but, not exorbitant. I don't know how to cut down more without like. Eating less? Historically that approach has turned into dangerous weight loss & migraines pretty quick. As it is we're only spending about $100 more a month than the FDA's recommended frugal grocery plan.

I can stop buying alcohol & weed and save... about $10 a month. I could cancel some of my subscriptions and save $20-50. Anything I can cut back on at this point is not financially worth the detriment to my well-being, especially when things like "watching youtube on the TV" and "playing FFXIV" are like. Some of my only safe and passive low-pressure recreational activities.

Don't really know what to do about this other than keep grinding. I'm making myself sick. Tacking on any extra work - hobby creative pursuits that might one day turn into commercial creative pursuits, any amount of job hunting, even a shot at adult content creation - feels unbearable.

I am trying to stop "working overtime" because even the 40 hours fucks with my ability to do anything else. I tried to work around this by job searching and side hustling. Now all my hobbies feel like jobs and every day I'm not working on income feels like self-sabotage. It's stupid - I can get better compensation at my current job picking extra hours. At least when I do that I don't go into a neurotic spiral and stop sleeping. As much. It's at least effective.

So I have this limbo - working over 40 hours physically destroys me, and it's the only way to tip the scales at all right now. I know one can often get a pay raise by finding a new job but - yall the market sucks. I'm trying. I need full time remote WFH and good god is it bad out there. Plus my current insurance rn is killer - I have a 3k out of pocket max. My medical costs would outweigh the raise at any job I've successfully applied for thus far, because my current employer affords me this bizarrely fantastic health insurance with HSA deposits.

Just feel hopeless. If I've gone dark on you that's why. We have four months to get this shit fixed before we're totally fucked and I'm doing everything I can to buy us time.

[theinvisiblecatisnotvisible]

Unethical Debates No. 2

Disclaimer etc etc this is fun please argue with me.

Child labor should be legal. Que the moral terror.

Most everyone says getting a job in high school is great and everyone should do it. To quote Collage Board “Students who work are more confident and possess better time-management skills than students who are not employed.” Link: https://counselors.collegeboard.org/counseling/prepare/work.

If this is a benefit to high school students why not allow middle schoolers the same benefits?

The original benefit to child labor is still intact, less pay and smaller/nimbler people.

Now you say, less pay is obviously bad! However, less pay is not necessary illogical pay. Since children are generally without the financial burdens of adults a livable wage is not needed, only a fair wage.

Furthermore, childeren who are in need of finances, either to support their family or only themselves are currently legally unable to work. By making child labor legal, we could provide struggling citizens another potential source of income, perhaps even modify restrictions to require employers to pay a livable wage.

This leaves the other major issue with child labor, and in fact why it was banned. But, in our modern society abusive treatment of child laborers would be a none-issue if given the same rights and liberties as adults. Since the creative of labor laws and unions the workplace has become much safer and overall better. Hence why a child laborer is in no more danger than a particularly gullible adult. In fact, early labor experience would help increase their standards for the workplace and ability to distinguish between fair and abusive treatment.

So how would this be implemented? Children would start “working” for a half hour after school in 5th grade. This first year would only serve as training, like an apprenticeship. 6th grade they would work properly for about an hour after school, and in fact be bussed directly from school as part of an educational program. 7th and 8th stay at a solid hour that the student can choose to increase in high school. This opportunity would both benefit the child as previously mentioned, but also make finding a job later in life easier since they have previous experience and are potential industry information.

As per usual feel free to disagree with me, it’s highly entertaining. I started working in 8th grade (unpaid for a year since it’s not technically legal) and it’s definitely been useful/ taught me a lot. However, the bulk of this was just an attempt to see if I could actually convince someone (I did).

Have a good rest of your day <3

[sydneyscrapmetalau]

Using Brass Scrap to Its Full Potential in Contemporary Recycling 

In the modern world, recycling is essential to sustainability, and brass scrap is a major contributor to this trend. Brass is a valuable and adaptable material that is highly sought after in many different industries and has enormous potential for recycling and reuse. Effective use of Brass Scrap in Sydney can have a big impact on resource conservation, economic growth, and environmental impact reduction.  

Understanding Brass and Its Recycling Potential 

Copper and zinc make up the majority of brass, while other metals like lead or aluminium may also be included. Brass is frequently used in plumbing, electrical, musical instrument, and decorative applications because of its strength, resilience to corrosion, and malleability. It is a perfect candidate for recycling because of these qualities.  This intrinsic feature lowers the energy consumption related to the manufacturing of primary metals as well as the requirement for virgin raw materials. Therefore, in commercial and industrial applications, Brass Scrap in Sydney offers a viable substitute. 

The Recycling Process of Brass Scrap 

Recycling brass scrap involves several steps: 

Collection and Sorting: Scrap is gathered from a variety of sources and arranged according to its composition and quality. This stage guarantees the removal of impurities such as plastics or iron. 

Melting: High temperatures are used in furnaces to melt the graded brass. 

Purification: During melting, impurities are eliminated by separating slag or using fluxing agents. 

Recasting: To be used again in manufacturing, the purified brass is cast into new forms like bars, sheets, or parts. This method is a more sustainable choice because it uses a lot less energy than mining and processing virgin copper and zinc. 

Economic Benefits of Recycling Brass Scrap 

Not only is recycling brass trash good for the environment, but it also pays you financially. Important advantages include: 

Cost Savings for Industries: Manufacturers save money on materials by using reclaimed brass. 

Job Creation: Employment possibilities in collecting, sorting, and processing are created by the recycling sector. 

Revenue Generation: Brass scrap can be sold to recycling facilities for a profit by both individuals and businesses. 

Brass scrap recycling is a desirable alternative for both individuals and companies due to the financial incentives offered. 

Challenges in Brass Scrap Recycling 

There are obstacles to overcome even if recycling brass scrap has indisputable advantages: 

Contamination: During processing, contaminants such as paint, coatings, or mixed metals that are frequently present in brass scrap must be eliminated. 

Sorting Complexity: Different grades of brass must be identified and separated using sophisticated technologies and expert labour. 

Market Fluctuations: Trends in the global metal market can affect the value of brass scrap, which can have an effect on profitability. To optimise the potential of recycling brass scrap, these issues must be resolved with creativity and effective methods.  Conclusion 

Brass Scrap in Sydney holds immense potential in contemporary recycling due to its durability, recyclability, and value. By using brass scrap to its full potential, industries and individuals can contribute to environmental conservation, resource efficiency, and economic growth. Addressing challenges and adopting innovative practices can further enhance the recycling process, ensuring a sustainable future. As the world moves toward a more circular economy, brass scrap serves as a shining example of how waste can be transformed into wealth. 

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[hellsquills]

This is happening in translation too. Because of automatic translation programs like DeepL or Google Translate (which CAN be helpful but in no way a substitute for human professionals), I've seen companies that expect full books (literary, CREATIVE translation) being translated and revised in under two weeks. In other cases, I've seen employers who pay their translators 0,01 cents per word, which roughly means about 2-3 bucks an hour.

The thing is, even if they genuinely think this is how it works, it's still their fault for not doing a proper research into translation and how it works. "You can use DeepL/ChatGPT/OpenAI, it shouldn't take that long" THEN YOU DO IT. If you only need a free program to do it, then DO IT. But they don't, because they want to be able to say they've employed professionals and the security that comes with it while not paying what a professional costs.

Don't let anyone tell you that just because you have tools to make your job a little easier, you shouldn't be paid accordingly. You wouldn't pay a carpenter less for their work just because they're using a nail gun instead of a hammer.

[vcguru]

Break the 9-to-5 Chains: Proven Strategies for Making Money from Home

The traditional 9 to 5 workday is becoming less of a rule and more of an option in today's quickly changing labor landscape. Thanks to technological developments and the recent events that have sparked a global trend towards remote employment, many people can now actually make money from home. This article explores tried-and-true methods that you can use to escape the traditional office setting and start a successful business from home.

Embracing the Remote Revolution

In the past, people were skeptical of the idea of working from home since they thought it would only appeal to freelancers or procrastinators. But now the story is told differently. These days, remote work is praised for its flexibility, ability to reconcile work and personal life, and—above all—the potential for high income. To break free from the 9–5 grind, one must first fully adopt this new work ethic. Recognize that earning money from home involves dedication, self-control, and a readiness to change and grow.

Identifying Your Skill set and Market Demand

A successful home-based business starts with identifying your skills and matching them to market demand. Which skill set best describes you: careful planner, tech-savvy developer, persuasive salesperson, or creative writer? It's critical to determine your core competencies. Next, do market research to determine the areas most in need of your expertise. Sites like Glass door, Up work, and LinkedIn can provide information on market trends and in-demand talents.

Establishing a Freelance Career

One of the easiest methods to earn money from home is through freelancing. It lets you take advantage of your abilities how you see fit. Start by building a strong online presence on freelance marketplaces and start submitting proposals for jobs that fit your expertise. You'll progressively become more visible and have more opportunities to obtain higher-paying employment if you build a great portfolio and get positive ratings.

Diving into the Gig Economy

There are several options to earn money from home in the gig economy. Short-term jobs and projects are in demand in a variety of fields, including writing, digital marketing, graphic design, and video editing. Task Rabbit and Fiverr are two websites that can be great places to start. Recall that sticking to a high standard of quality and specializing in a narrow field are essential for success in the gig economy.

Leveraging Affiliate Marketing

By promoting the goods and services of others, you can earn income through affiliate marketing, a performance-based business model. It involves producing material and including affiliate links, whether it be on a blog, social media platform, or YouTube channel. You receive a commission if members of your audience click on these links and make purchases. The secret to successful affiliate marketing is to cultivate a devoted following and promote goods that fit their interests.

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Creating and Selling Digital Products

There are countless opportunities to create and sell goods from home in the digital sphere. This could include software and apps as well as ebooks, courses, stock images, and music. Digital items have the advantage of having very high profit margins and no need for physical inventory. Sites like Shopify, Udemy, and Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing can assist you in introducing your goods to a worldwide market.

Investing in Stock and Cryptocurrency Trading

Trading stocks or cryptocurrencies can be quite profitable for someone with a knack for finance and analysis. It necessitates knowledge of risks, markets, and strategic investing. Before making larger commitments, you can learn the ropes by beginning with modest investments and utilizing platforms that offer instructional tools.

Building a Home-Based Business

An additional option to consider is launching a home-based business. This might be a tech startup, a craft company, or a consulting practice. To establish your brand and connect with your target market, the secret is to pinpoint a niche market, write a business plan, and use internet marketing techniques.

Utilizing Social Media and Content Creation

Social media and content production present significant financial opportunities in the era of digital media. Whether you want to podcast, vlog, or blog, producing interesting material can draw in a sizable audience. You may make money from your interest by monetizing your material with sponsorships, adverts, and goods.

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Conclusion

With the correct attitude and techniques, breaking free from the 9–5 grind and earning money from home is a realistic objective. It necessitates recognizing your advantages, comprehending consumer needs, and maintaining an open mind to constant learning and change. The options are endless, whether you decide to pursue freelancing, the gig economy, affiliate marketing, digital product creation, stock and cryptocurrency trading, home-based business ownership, or content creation. Take advantage of the remote revolution and set out on a path to flexibility and financial freedom.

[govindhtech]

How Real Artists Face AI Risk

AI has changed healthcare, entertainment, and everything else. It’s upending the creative business, forcing real artists to reassess their professions and roles. AI is actively engaged in the creative business, not only demonstrating its skills. It involves producing stunning artwork, ingenious product designs, melodic compositions, and even award-winning novel writing.

Take AIVA, for example, an AI composer of music. And then there’s GPT-4 from OpenAI, which can write whole books. Industrial design is also being revolutionized by tools like Autodesk’s Project Dreamcatcher. The way people create and consume creative content is rapidly evolving due to AI. AI is comparable to an extremely productive artist who never stops creating new concepts.

Real Artists’ Challenges in an AI-Powered Environment

His experience with artificial intelligence in the creative industry has been nothing short of revolutionary as a seasoned art major and marketing professor at Texas Christian University. At first, he was certain about the value of human creativity being unique. AI questioned their views that art is a human activity that is shaped by culture, emotion, and experience.

He had an unwavering belief in the special ability of human imagination to produce art. Next came artificial intelligence (AI) and a tsunami of change. AI’s ability to create intricate, inventive masterpieces with such accuracy and efficiency was both astounding and unsettling. The emergence of AI in art initially seemed like an encroachment and a danger to the sacredness of human creation. He was watched intently and the intersections of innovation and other sectors were covered in reports. But at first, he found it disconcerting that AI would be encroaching on the field of art, which he always considered to be deeply personal and fundamentally human.

Being a starving artist is not a novel challenge. However, this work has become even more difficult as AI has taken over many creative duties. The competition for real artists is severe since AI-powered tools can produce content far faster and more economically than people. These instruments are always getting better, which could result in more pay decreases, less employment opportunities, and more unstable finances.

Today’s creatives struggle to understand where they fit into this new society. What happens to the abilities or distinctive voice of an artist if technology are able to mimic or even exceed human creativity? For his pupils studying art and creative marketing, who have dedicated a great deal of time and energy to perfecting their skills, this is especially concerning. With AI dominating the globe, they’re questioning their education, abilities, and career prospects. To study, adapt to new technologies, and stay ahead can cause stress and burnout.

Deeper investigations into the nature of creativity itself are also sparked by the integration of AI in art. It poses important queries on uniqueness, the worth of art, and the changing role of the artist. These conversations are not only scholarly but also essential to comprehending how his world is evolving.

Is It Possible to Work Together?

His viewpoint keeps changing as he delves more into this new digital realm. It’s possible that artificial intelligence in art aims to augment rather than replace. These resources offer a fresh perspective on creativity. Instead of rivals, they may be creative partners. AI lets real artists focus on their work. The goal is to enhance the artistic process and bring thoughts from the mind to life.

He uses AI as an artist and educator to enhance his abilities and express himself. His transition from doubt to acceptance and excitement for artificial intelligence in art is representative of a larger social story. It’s about growing, changing, and striking a balance between innovation and tradition. In the modern day, real artists should welcome rather than fight the changes brought forth by AI. They can increase his creativity by using these instruments, stretching the bounds of what is feasible and reinventing the art of the possible.

Real Artists must adapt, learn, and try new things to succeed in this environment. Even in the AI age, human touch is priceless. AI’s skills combined with the distinctive voices of real artists will allow them to thrive.

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[influencermagazineuk]

How to Make Your Brand Stand Out in 2024

Today’s business landscape is highly competitive, giving the customer an unlimited list of products and services to choose from. Since there are various companies with a similar version of what you’re offering trying to meet the needs of your target customers, you must stand out from the competition. To truly make a mark in your industry, choose to be more innovative and think outside the box. This article provides crucial tips for brands that desire to stand out in 2024 and achieve business success regardless of the fierce competition they face.   Treat Your Employees Right The success of any business doesn't rely solely on the actions of its owners or management. You may be the boss, but your employees are the ones who interface with existing customers, potential clients, competitors, and suppliers. That is why their actions are important in managing your brand’s reputation. When your brand has a positive reputation, it'll enable you to thrive in the competitive landscape and encourage customers to engage more with your brand, both digitally and offline. Therefore, you must learn to treat your employees right. They shouldn't feel undervalued or like they aren't treated fairly. Employees who feel they are treated unfairly are likely to be less productive and engage in unprofessional behavior that could negatively affect your brand’s reputation. Maintain a culture of open communication within your organization that allows people to share their opinions. Provide the flexibility that your upper-level management and lower-level staff Need to order their work days and complete tasks effectively. Also, reward your staff Not just for their technical tasks but also for engaging in positive behaviors that align with your company culture. If your business is one that requires a sales team to interface with potential clients, ensure you award your sales staff for their efforts. Anyone who's ever been part of a sales team knows how many obstacles such teams have to face when trying to increase their numbers and keep their companies on track. It is only fair for employers to recognize them through various means. You can organize award events during which you hand out trophies or plaques to deserving employees. According to EDCO.com, a supplier of corporate recognition products, ‘’Companies can get creative with their formal sales recognitions and use some of the top sales awards titles to tell their employees, ‘’You’re Crushing it! Or ‘’Our company couldn’t thrive without team players like you.’’ Update Your Website Regularly Many business owners make the mistake of spending so much money on social media adverts to draw attention to their brands without updating their websites. Your ads might attract customers to your brand, but the state of your website might prevent them from completing purchases or carrying out the action you desire. There’s no point in spending your money to drive people to your website if they are going to be disappointed by what they see and leave to patronize your competition. Therefore, you must update your website regularly to give you the competitive edge your business needs. To successfully update your site, thoroughly evaluate your current website. This initial process will help you lay the groundwork for the upgrade since it will give you the opportunity to identify what works well for you and the areas that need improvement. Analyze your website’s overall performance, including responsiveness, user navigation paths, and load times. You can use Google Analytics tools to gain insight into user activity and behavior on your website. Analytic tools can help you know your user engagement metrics, bounce rates, and the most visited pages. This will highlight areas that could be causing friction and provide a clear picture of the user experience. Furthermore, pay attention to the design aspects and content you publish on your website. Determine whether your content is engaging enough for your target audience and whether they are relevant and up to date. If the content you post doesn't identify with your brand and appeal to your target audience, then it won't achieve the aim. Also, look at the technical aspects of your website, including SEO optimization, mobile responsiveness, and website security. If you don't have a proactive security strategy, your business will be at risk for attacks on your networks and other IT infrastructure. Take Advantage of Online Reviews Customer reviews create a new opportunity in communication and marketing that can influence people’s opinions of your brand. Such reviews can help you understand your overall customer satisfaction and provide feedback about what your customers truly want. Use this insightful information as input to improve customer service by efficiently resolving issues that customers face and creating a positive experience for them. This approach will help you keep focus on your customers’ needs and offer your brand some business benefits that you can’t get from a typical marketing campaign. Read the full article

[english-mace]

Capitalism does not care about your right to create art, holy shit does it ever not care about that. I'm begging folks to scratch just a LITTLE deeper on this one and ask why these corporations are shilling so hard to normalize generative AI in the creative fields, PARTICULARLY in the wake of writers' strikes and lawsuits against massive corporations for failure to honour royalty agreements because -

It's wage theft. It's always been wage theft.

Set aside for a second the gut-reaction that creatives are luxurious celebrities lounging around eating grapes, because whether you think artists deserve to be paid for their art or not, it is also the canary in the coal mine for customer service wage theft.

Corporations do not want to pay call center employees. Corporations do not want to pay help desk professionals, they do not want to pay customer service representatives or secretaries or receptionists, they do not want, if at all physically possible, to pay human beings. Ever. Why would they? A corporation wins when it shaves its costs to nothing at the expense of everything but profits; a corporation is not a member of society, and only faintly is it a member of the economy - a corporation is not capable of conceptualizing that its own customers, who pay it, are also human beings who only have money by dint of employment by, shockingly, mostly other corporations (who also don't want to pay them).

The art argument is dehumanizing and paternalizing towards those with disabilities, yes. But it's also a distraction.

None of us want to live in a world where AI wins the race to the bottom. Not when our governments clearly have less than no interest in UBI or any other means of support in an employment drought such as the one bigtech firms shilling AI, and the late-stage capitalist mega-corps buying it, are in the vanguard of creating.

I first posted this in a thread over on BlueSky, but I decided to port (a slightly edited version of) it over here, too.

Entirely aside from the absurd and deeply incorrect idea [NaNoWriMo has posited] that machine-generated text and images are somehow "leveling the playing field" for marginalized groups, I think we need to interrogate the base assumption that acknowledging how people have different abilities is ableist/discriminatory. Everyone SHOULD have access to an equal playing field when it comes to housing, healthcare, the ability to exist in public spaces, participating in general public life, employment, etc.

That doesn't mean every person gets to achieve every dream no matter what.

I am 39 years old and I have scoliosis and genetically tight hamstrings, both of which deeply impact my mobility. I will never be a professional contortionist. If I found a robot made out of tentacles and made it do contortion and then demanded everyone call me a contortionist, I would be rightly laughed out of any contortion community. Also, to make it equivalent, the tentacle robot would be provided for "free" by a huge corporation based on stolen unpaid routines from actual contortionists, and using it would boil drinking water in the Southwest into nothingness every time I asked it to do anything, and the whole point would be to avoid paying actual contortionists.

If you cannot - fully CAN NOT - do something, even with accommodations, that does not make you worth less as a person, and it doesn't mean the accommodations shouldn't exist, but it does mean that maybe that thing is not for you.

But who CAN NOT do things are not who uses "AI." It's people who WILL NOT do things.

"AI art means disabled people can be artists who wouldn't be able to otherwise!" There are armless artists drawing with their feet. There are paralyzed artists drawing with their mouths, or with special tracking software that translates their eye movements into lines. There are deeply dyslexic authors writing via text-to-speech. There are deaf musicians. If you actually want to do a thing and care about doing the thing, you can almost always find a way to do the thing.

Telling a machine to do it for you isn't equalizing access for the marginalized. It's cheating. It's anti-labor. It makes it easier for corporations not to pay creative workers, AND THAT'S IS WHY THEY'RE PUSHING IT EVERYWHERE.

I can't wait for the bubble to burst on machine-generated everything, just like it did for NFTs. When it does some people are going to discover they didn't actually learn anything or develop any transferable skills or make anything they can be proud of.

I hope a few of those people pick up a pencil.

It's never too late to start creating. It's never too late to actually learn something. It's never too late to realize that the work is the point.