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.
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Find out which 60 projects made the cut.

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Brush on up your knowledge of these major periods in art and design.

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Want to make it in design? Don't be any of these guys.

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A designer’s guide to mid-century modernism.

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These commercials missed the mark entirely.

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These controversial logo designs can teach us a lot.

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These famous logos have all changed radically over the years.

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Put your creative skills to good use and support the industry.

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Start off your collection with these essential design books.

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Boss your brand: make your portfolio the best it can be with advice from our expert panel.

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These shifts in brand behaviour will have a lasting impact.

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Even the biggest brands have their imperfections.

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Still getting to grips with coding? Don't let that hold you back.

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Why learning to illustrate makes you more employable.

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These predicted game-changers remain niche.

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Movies that shoved their sponsors too far into your face.

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Where to get your fix of branding brilliance on Instagram.
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