How SketchDeck Designers Use AI Without Compromising Quality
The design world is having an identity crisis. On one side, AI evangelists claim artificial intelligence will replace designers entirely. On the other hand, traditionalists insist that touching AI tools means abandoning craft. At SketchDeck, we’ve discovered the truth lies somewhere in between. Our designers aren’t resisting AI, nor are they letting it do their […]
The State of B2B Creative: What 500+ Projects Tell Us About Where Budgets Are Going in 2026
Every year, marketing leaders face the same question: where should we invest our creative budget this year? The answer used to be straightforward, sales decks, case studies, trade show booths. Not anymore. We spoke with Monet Sommers, Vice President of Creative Partnerships at SketchDeck, about the 500+ creative projects her clients are prioritizing for 2026. […]
Building a More Inclusive Creative Industry: Hiring as a Path to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to creativity and innovation in the creative industry. However, systemic barriers continue to limit Black creators’ representation of graphic design. At SketchDeck, we recognize that these barriers are not the responsibility of Black creatives but rather the result of inequities within hiring and workplace culture. Let’s explore these systemic issues […]
15 Female Graphic Designers You Should Know
Female graphic designers are a driving force in graphic design. As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we acknowledge the massive contributions of these powerhouse women to the world of design. Graphic design is one of the few equitable careers for women. Today, 50.2% of graphic designers are female. More importantly, it’s one of the few […]
Celebrating SketchDeck’s 10th Anniversary with Founder, Chris Finneral
As SketchDeck marks its 10th year in business, founder Chris Finneral reflects on the journey that led to this significant milestone. From humble beginnings to becoming a leading force in design innovation, SketchDeck’s evolution showcases a commitment to excellence, adaptability, and a clear vision for the future. A Decade of Innovation After 10 years of […]
How to give great design feedback
Giving feedback ain’t easy. Who hasn’t inadvertently upset someone whilst giving feedback? It’s especially hard when you’re working with someone remote, who you do not know well. Differences of culture, language and job function can all easily lead to confusion and upset. However, you need your projects to be successful. You need to convey what […]
Your guide to professional-looking Zoom backgrounds
While Zoom initially launched in 2013, it wasn’t until the 2020 pandemic that everyone knew its name. By the end of February, the video conferencing software company brought in more active users than they did in the whole of 2019 and their shares rose by 40% due to a monthly 21% increase in active users […]
How to host efficient meetings
Imagine if the business sector in your country got a free boost of $37 billion for a year. With an extra $37 billion, there’s no telling what the corporate world could pull off–from nobly reducing poverty to whimsically buying the White House, twice! Instead, that’s approximately the amount US businesses are losing every year to […]
SketchDeck launches pitch deck grants to help socially beneficial projects
Prompted by the recent protests against racism and police brutality, we’ve been reflecting on how we can best use our company’s talents and resources to help make the world a bit better. The last few years have highlighted social inequality, with people of color, immigrants, LBGTQ+, females, and essentially all minorities in America having rights […]
The art of getting things done
Don’t you wish that there were a few more hours in a day, so that you were able to get more things done? Us too. Unfortunately, none of us can control time–none of us except for Hermione Granger. What we can control, however, is how we manage the time we have. If you want to […]
