Trevor Jackson: How to remix your career and stay independent.
In this week’s episode, host Graham Sturt joins British designer and music producer Trevor Jackson in his Shoreditch studio. Surrounded by an impressive collection of music ephemera, they discuss Trevor’s creative approach, how he got into designing record sleeves for early house and hip-hop artists, and why he doesn’t believe in having a “house style.” Check out Trevor’s work at trevor-jackson.com Listen to Trevor’s monthly show on NTS Radio You can find blog posts for this and all our past episodes at monotype.com/podcast
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How Kris Andrew Small found his groove: movement, color, and making art that matters.
On this week’s episode, Sydney-based artist Kris Andrew Small shares his journey from frustrated graphic designer to global creative powerhouse. He spills on how he transformed personal passion into bold, high-energy artwork that breaks rules and speaks volumes. From collaborating with icons like artist M.I.A., to creating campaigns for Nike and Reebok, Kris dives into his process, his love for color and movement, and why staying true to yourself is everything. Packed with thought-provoking moments and refreshing honesty, this episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration to break the mold and trust their creative instincts. Check out Kris' work at krisandrewsmall.com. You can find blog posts for this and all our past episodes at monotype.com/podcast
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From Biden to Harris: rebranding at lightning speed with Shar Biggers.
In this episode of Creative Characters, we dive into the whirlwind world of political design with Shar Biggers, the creative mind behind some of the most memorable campaign visuals in recent US politics. Join us as we chat about Shar’s unexpected journey into political campaign branding, from designing Hillary Clinton's 2016 presidential run to her most recent role as Deputy Creative Director for the Harris-Walz campaign. Shar takes us inside last-minute logo sprints, the art of balancing bold typography with the complexities of a major presidential campaign, and how these experiences have changed her as a creative. Check out the case study for Shar's work on the Harris-Walz campaign at saleah.agency/harris-walz/ You can find blog posts for this and all our past episodes at monotype.com/podcast
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Re:Vision 2025: Shaping the future through design.
Typography is more than just choosing cool fonts — it gives designers and brands the power to take action and spark change. This episode of Creative Characters is all about shaking things up in the design world with Monotype’s Re:Vision, a transformative approach to our annual Type Trends report. Host Carl Unger joins report creators, Phil Garnham and Charles Nix, along with design leader and futurist, Lisa Gralnek, to discuss how typography can impact big cultural topics like AI, climate change, and aging. Get insights on how brands can step up and stand out, and learn about our bimonthly activations (kicking off at SXSW!) that'll explore these ideas throughout the year. Read the full report and sign up for the exclusive webinar at monotype.com/type-trends You can find blog posts for this and all our past episodes at monotype.com/podcast
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Nerding out on 3D type and creativity with Taekyeom Lee.
Ever wondered what happens when you combine ceramics with typography and throw in a DIY 3D printer for good measure? Join us for a delightful chat with Taekyeom Lee, the graphic designer and educator who takes typography off the page and into the third dimension. Host Doug Wilson dives deep into Taekyeom’s inventive world where letters become slinkies, and business cards are embossed on demand. From his adventurous journey from South Korea to the cornfields of Illinois — to his experiments with clay letterforms — Taekyeom shares his love for typography and how he turns ideas into tangible art. If you’re into design, creativity, or just curious about how technology can transform art, this episode’s a must-listen. Check out Taekyeom's work at instagram.com/taekyeom You can find blog posts for this and all our past episodes at monotype.com/podcast
We live in a world awash in typography - whether we realize it or not. From the road signs that lead us home to the phones in our pockets, typography is front and center in nearly every waking moment of our day. Come meet the people and hear the stories behind the letters that shape our world.
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