About this episode

Ian Paget interviews Dave Hopkins about the importance of print design in a digital age and its potential for freelancers.

In this episode, Ian's joined by Dave Hopkins, print industry veteran, podcast host, and founder of Print Design Academy, for the show's first deep dive into print design. As AI continues to reshape digital creative work, Dave explains why print remains such an exciting opportunity for designers. From newspapers to digitally printed aluminium cans, we explore how print technology has evolved and why it's more accessible than ever. The conversation also covers the business side of print, including pricing, managing client content, finding reliable print partners, and creating additional revenue through production management and print markups. Whether you're new to print or looking to expand your services, this episode is packed with practical advice and fresh ideas for standing out in an increasingly AI-driven industry.

People in this episode

Host: Ian Paget

Guest: Dave Hopkins

Topics covered

• print design
• freelance career
• AI in design
• print technology
• business of print
• client management

Keywords

• print design
• freelance
• AI
• design opportunities
• client management
• print technology
• revenue generation

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Print Design Academy

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