I recently posted this question on linkedin – Should a designer have a style? Or are you better to leave yourself open to all challenges and work towards satisfying the clients needs?
It opened up some great, valuable points. The outcome is as follows;
It suggested a designer should/will have their own personal flair and style. But you have to work hard to keep up and adapt within an ever changing marketplace. Although it is important not to box yourself into a certain set style. The client is the most important factor, and designers may have to change their style to service the client.
“Too many people that get pigeon holed as one kind of artist are not working right now” Cheryl Cook
“There are some specific places that did not hire me because my portfolio wasn’t chocked full of whatever they were looking for, but it’s more rare in that a company wants a single-vision designer and not somebody adaptable”. Lynne H
“I have a style, but it doesn’t show in all my work because the clients needs come first and foremost.” Steve O’Connor
You can read the full discussions here
Creative Design Pros
Graphic Design Professional Group
Thanks everyone for your input.
