2025-09-22 – Weekly Graphic Design News : Logging off for better design?

Last week, our forum buzzed with engaging discussions that touched on both practical challenges and career insights. Members explored strategies for improving productivity by stepping away from screens, while others shared what makes a portfolio stand out to potential employers. Technical woes, such as navigating mobile Safari’s viewport issues, were also a hot topic. Plus, the community debated the rising trend of AI chart callouts, weighing their usefulness against the risk of clutter.


This Week’s Hot Topics

Logging off improved the work
A fascinating conversation about the unexpected benefits of unplugging from technology to enhance creativity and focus.
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Why some portfolios get instant callbacks
Dive into a discussion on key elements that make a portfolio irresistible to hiring managers.
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Anyone else fighting mobile Safari’s 100vh weirdness
Designers share solutions for tackling the notorious viewport height issue in mobile Safari.
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AI chart callouts everywhere - useful or clutter
Members debate whether AI-generated chart annotations enhance or detract from design clarity.
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:artist_palette: Would You Take This Job? – Graphic Designer (Remote, Siege Media)
Explore the pros and cons of a remote graphic design position with Siege Media.
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Would You Take This Job? – Graphic Designer (Medical Device Experience Preferred)
Consider the unique opportunities and challenges of working in the medical device industry.
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Would You Take This Job? – Graphic Designer at VOICEINSPORT
Discussion around a role at VOICEINSPORT, focusing on its mission and work culture.
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Would You Take This Job – Elite T-Shirt Graphic Artist
Unpack the appeal of designing for a niche market and its creative demands.
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Text faces that don’t fight the RIP
A technical discussion on selecting fonts that play nicely with Raster Image Processors.
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Shaping my first portfolio for junior roles
Gain insights on crafting a compelling portfolio for those starting in the field.
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Thanks for staying connected with our community. Your insights and contributions make our discussions richer and more valuable each week.

Ugh, mobile Safari’s viewport stuff still drives me nuts — switching 100vh to 100dvh and keeping height: -webkit-fill-available as a fallback has been the least-bad fix for me. On the “logging off” bit, I’ve been doing a 20‑minute no‑screen walk then five paper thumbnails before opening Figma, and my comps move way faster afterward.

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