Jim McCauley
Jim McCauley is a writer, performer and cat-wrangler who started writing professionally way back in 1995 on PC Format magazine, and has been covering technology-related subjects ever since, whether it's hardware, software or videogames. A chance call in 2005 led to Jim taking charge of Computer Arts' website and developing an interest in the world of graphic design, and eventually led to a move over to the freshly-launched Creative Bloq in 2012. Jim now works as a freelance writer for sites including Creative Bloq, T3 and PetsRadar, specialising in design, technology, wellness and cats, while doing the occasional pantomime and street performance in Bath and designing posters for a local drama group on the side.
Latest articles by Jim McCauley
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11 easy-to-find plants that will improve studio life
By Jim McCauley last updated
Boost productivity and wellbeing with a bit of studio greenery.
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Samsung Galaxy S10: what designers need to know
By Jim McCauley last updated
We round up the rumours about Samsung's next big phone.
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Is this the most overused shape in graphic design?
By Jim McCauley, Daniel Piper published
Designers seem to be going round in circles.
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Rainbow flag designer commemorated with free font family
By Jim McCauley last updated
Gilbert comes as both a standard vector font and a colour font, and is perfect for protest banners. Get it now!
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Get these essential design ebooks for a dollar
By Jim McCauley last updated
Boost your library with this pay-what-you-want bundle.
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Want a cheaper Surface Pro 6 than Amazon's?
By Jim McCauley last updated
Amazon isn't the only retailer offering top deals right now.
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5 of the best TV series on Amazon Prime
By Jim McCauley last updated
One way to pass the time before Amazon Prime Day 2018.
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Could Craft 3 become your go-to CMS?
By Jim McCauley last updated
The latest version is packed with new features and free to use.
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Surface Book 3 could have a flipping amazing new feature
By Jim McCauley last updated
Radical redesign may involve a flippable keyboard that's also a tablet.
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10 instantly recognisable American brands
By Jim McCauley last updated
Celebrate 4 July with some great American branding.
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This logo is so simple you'll wish you'd thought of it
By Jim McCauley last updated
Theatre rebrand is a crowning typographic achievement.
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8 free Easter fonts
By Jim McCauley last updated
Nail those last-minute Easter commissions with these free fonts.
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12 best free comic fonts of 2020
By Jim McCauley last updated
Add a little zap, bang and kapow to your work.
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10 mouth-watering restaurant menu fonts
By Jim McCauley last updated
Font choice is a crucial part of menu design; here are some typographical treats to tantalise the taste buds.
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8 brands that rule at social media
By Jim McCauley last updated
Looking for social traction? Follow these brands' leads.
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These hand exercises will keep tired hands happy
By Jim McCauley published
Keep your hands healthy with these simple exercises.
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A guide to the best email provider of 2020
By Jim McCauley last updated
Find the very best email provider for your creative business.
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The best free futuristic fonts
By Jim McCauley published
Look to a brighter typographical future with these fonts that don't cost a thing.
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The best mind mapping apps for focusing your creativity
By Jim McCauley published
Organise your ideas into workable projects with these tools.
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6 of the best new freelance portfolios to inspire you
By Jim McCauley published
Pick up some portfolio tips from these stunning sites.