Nick has worked with world-class agencies including Wolff Olins, Taxi Studio and Vault49 on brand storytelling, tone of voice and verbal strategy for global brands such as Virgin, TikTok, and Bite Back 2030. Nick launched the Brand Impact Awards in 2013 while editor of Computer Arts, and remains chair of judges. He's written for Creative Bloq on design and branding matters since the site's launch.
Latest articles by Nick Carson

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Discover which projects picked up Gold, Silver and Bronze trophies this year – plus download the full winners showcase.

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Our global judging panel has selected this year's BIA shortlist.

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Pentagram's evolution of the iconic Mastercard brand gets put under the microscope by three design experts.

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We look back at our predictions for design from a decade ago.

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Keep your finances under control with our expert advice.

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Make your work stand out with these portfolio templates.
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Discover which projects picked up Gold, Silver and Bronze trophies this year – plus download the full winners showcase.

By Martin Christie, Nick Carson Published
The logo shapes used by big brands aren't chosen by chance.

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Find out which 39 projects are in line for a trophy.

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Get your logo strategy spot on before designing your new logo.

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5 tips for getting your logo typeface spot on.

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How a series of top brands have successfully 'owned' a colour.

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The world's best branding revealed at the seventh annual BIAs.

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Find out which 39 projects made the cut.

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Work with illustrators to create standout visual identities.

By Rosie Hilder, Nick Carson Published
Plus expert tips on how to craft award-winning words.

By Bruno Maag, Nick Carson Published
Deliver your message with the perfect brand typography.

By Nick Carson, Jim McCauley Published
These brands have mastered the art of memorable simplicity.

By Nick Carson Published
Award-winning designers share how they come up with ideas, and then nurture them to fruition.

By Nick Carson, Jim McCauley Published
Save time with these must-have creative plugins.

By Tom May, Nick Carson Published
Find out who made it into the UK Studio Rankings 2019.

By Nick Carson, Jim McCauley Published
Set yourself up anywhere with these essential pieces of kit for freelancers.

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If you do any of these things in the studio, stop right now.
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