The Design Break
The Design Break
Rocky Roark
Unlock your path to creative success with the Design Break podcast, hosted by @RockyRoark—owner & design director of Blue Cyclops Design Co. Breaking into the creative world is hard enough. Making it as a freelancer is even more challenging. If you're currently considering jumping into a creative field or looking for freelance opportunities, this podcast is for you. Topics include creative community, design, branding, freelance, job searching, career advice, actionable advice, and more.
047: Navigating Difficult Conversations with Your Clients
In this insightful episode, Rocky Roark shares valuable strategies for handling challenging discussions that are an inherent part of the freelance landscape.
Oct 6, 2023
44 min
046: Guest Podcast with Chris Cannon
Rocky Roark is joined by Chris Cannon on the Design Break Podcast to talk about his background in design, how Elon fumbled Twitter, the recent Dribbble update, red flags when it comes to job listings, and much more
Sep 29, 2023
1 hr 13 min
045: Challenging the Curriculum: The Shortcomings of Design School
In this episode, we tackle a pressing issue that resonates with many: the shortcomings of design schools in adequately preparing students for the realities of the professional world.
Sep 22, 2023
47 min
044: Brian Burkett & Josh Wayne, Partnering with Larger Agencies for Freelance Work
Brian Burkett and Josh Wayne join Rocky Roark on the Design Break podcast for a candid discussion on what it's like to partner with agencies as a freelancer.
Sep 15, 2023
1 hr 28 min
043: How To Nurture Your Network For Success
In this episode of the Design Break podcast, your host Rocky Roark shares invaluable insights on nurturing your client list and expanding your network to generate more leads for your freelance business.
Sep 8, 2023
28 min
042 — Guest Podcast w/ Kyle Van Cleave of Deadbolt Design
Kyle Van Cleave is an illustrator and designer based in Oregon who runs Deadbolt Design.
Sep 1, 2023
1 hr 10 min
041 - How I Made $125k/year as a Freelance Illustrator
In the latest episode of the Design Break podcast, listeners are treated to an insightful journey through Rocky's career as a full-time illustrator and freelancer, during which he consistently achieved six-figure incomes. Rocky debunks the myth of the "starving artist" and shares three key strategies that propelled his success.
Aug 25, 2023
41 min
040 - Designing for the Sports Industry with Dan Blessing
Rocky Roark is joined by Dan Blessing, aka the Design Shark, to talk about working in the sports design industry.
Aug 18, 2023
57 min
039 - Unlocking the Power of Agency Partnerships for Freelance Success
In this episode, your host Rocky Roark uncovers how freelancers can establish fruitful collaborations with creative agencies, enhancing their careers.
Aug 11, 2023
30 min
038 - How to Own Your Own Content As a Creative Professional
In this episode, host Rocky Roark explores how to take ownership of your creative content to secure your creative future.
Aug 4, 2023
25 min
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