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Design Icons

Noun Project
Illustration
Creativity
Design
AI In Photography
Social Media
VSCO
Mindfulness
Community Engagement
Product Design
Design Buddies
Noun Project
Cultural Physics
Marketing
Freelance Design
Emerging Technology
Photography Tools
Meditation
Metal Music
Personal Branding
Art Community

Creative leaders, thoughtful insights, actionable takeaways. Design Icons is a new podcast brought to you by Noun Project, the world’s most diverse and extensive collection of icons and mission-driven photos. Stay tuned for interviews about life, career, and the future of the creative industry from some of today's top creatives and design leaders.

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In this episode, we speak with Phil Garnham and Damien Collot, both Executive Creative Directors at Monotype, the global leader of fonts including Helvetica, Futura, Ariel, and Gotham. Their collaborative work involves exploring how typography, font,... more

In this episode, we chat with Eric Wittman, CEO of VSCO, a platform that gives photographers the tools, community, and exposure they need to expand creatively and professionally. VSCO offers products to capture, edit, display, and share visual conten... more

In this episode, we chat with Khyati Trehan, an internationally awarded designer who currently works at Google Creative Lab developing visual systems and experimental tools. Khyati has built a career that illuminates the intersection of design, creat... more

In this episode, we speak with professional illustrator and lettering artist Mary Kate McDevitt on how she's built a fulfilling career stemming from personal design projects that snowballed into dream clients. She’s worked with major brands like Targ... more

We’re chatting with Tom Froese, an Award-Winning Illustrator, Top Teacher on Skillshare who has led over 120,000 students, and the host of the podcast Thoughts on Illustration. Tom has illustrated for clients like Yahoo!, Airbnb, GQ, and The Wall Str... more

In this episode, we're talking with Evante Daniels about Cultural Physics and how to build resonance that's felt, remembered, and trusted through design and marketing. Evante is the founder and Chief Strategy Officer at SEEQER, a cultural intelligenc... more

Grace Ling is the Founder of Design Buddies - a massive design community hosted both online and in-real-life events. She is a UX designer, product designer, illustrator, community builder, content creator, competitive runner, and a world traveler wit... more

Frank Bach is a Staff Product Designer at Doordash, formerly Instagram and Headspace. He's interested in the relationship between mindfulness and creativity: how meditation can empower you to be a stronger designer and more engaged contributor. His w... more

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Recent Guests

Eric Wittman
CEO of VSCO, a platform focused on empowering creativity.
VSCO
Episode: Eric Wittman, CEO of VSCO, on the Future of Photography in the Era of AI
Mary Kate McDevitt
An illustrator, hand letterer, and designer known for her warm, whimsical style.
Episode: Mary Kate McDevitt, Professional Illustrator, on How To Create An Independent Design Career You Actually Love (And Get Hired By Big Brands Doing It)
Tom Froese
Professional Illustrator and Skillshare Teacher
Skillshare
Episode: Tom Froese, Professional Illustrator and Skillshare Teacher, on Building a Career as a Commercial Freelance Illustrator

Hosts

Nick
Host of Design Icons, discussing creativity, insights, and the future of the design industry with leading professionals.
Noun Project Team
Hosts of the Design Icons Podcast, featuring insights from various creatives and leaders in the design field.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 8 ratings
  • Insightful

    Great insights into how creatives behind the scenes grapple with their design choices. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    8mousey8
    United States3 months ago

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They highlight the actionable takeaways and the inspiring stories shared by guests as particularly valuable.
The focus on the human aspects of design and community building resonates well with the audience.
Listeners appreciate the insights from creative leaders and find the discussions highly relevant to their professional journeys.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#108
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#11
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#27
Chile/Arts/Design
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#48
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#72
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#84
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#84
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#92
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#103
Spain/Arts/Design
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#112
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#128
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#147
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#156
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#165
Norway/Arts/Design
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#180
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Talking Points

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Eric Wittman, CEO of VSCO, on the Future of Photography in the Era of AI
Q: How is VSCO thinking about supporting photographers through that?
VSCO is actively engaging with its community to understand their fears and encouraging experimentation with AI tools.
Grace Ling, Founder of Design Buddies, on Personal Branding for Creatives
Q: Where do we actually start in building a personal brand?
You should find what you're interested in and just start making content.
Mick Champayne, Designer at Google Doodles & Delight, on Creating Purpose Through Visual Storytelling & Whimsy
Q: How do you think about your identity as a designer?
She reflects on moving from emulating the design style of others to embracing her own unique perspective and voice in her work.
Mick Champayne, Designer at Google Doodles & Delight, on Creating Purpose Through Visual Storytelling & Whimsy
Q: What do you love about your role on the Google Doodles and Delight team?
Mick describes her role in bringing fun and whimsy to Google interactions and mentions some memorable Easter eggs she's worked on.
Mick Champayne, Designer at Google Doodles & Delight, on Creating Purpose Through Visual Storytelling & Whimsy
Q: Can you tell us a little about yourself?
Mick discusses her background growing up in Kalamazoo, Michigan, her journey into design, and her current role at Google.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Design Icons

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Focusing on the intersection of creativity, technology, and design, this podcast features thoughtful discussions with influential figures in the design industry. Listeners gain insights into the evolving landscape of design and the ways it can be enhanced by new technologies, including AI. Notably, the series emphasizes the importance of personal branding, creative community, and the balance of traditional and digital techniques in artistic expression. The richness of the conversations points to actionable takeaways that empower listeners to navigate their own careers in an innovative and authentic manner. Throughout, there's a clear commitment to fostering a deeper understanding of design's role in societal issues, ultimately inspiring an ... more

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