You’ve just been summoned for an interview. Fantastic! But how do you differentiate yourself from the other candidates? What will make you shine over all the rest? According to Allovus recruiters Brian Jensen and Miranda Wilimczyk, there are ways to stand out from the crowd and make yourself a “gold-star” candidate. What makes a gold-star candidate? … Continue reading
School buses are rumbling down the street, and coffeehouses everywhere are about to unleash their pumpkin spice lattes. The chill in the evening air is yet another signal that autumn is approaching. As designers, you’re thinking about the upcoming fall and winter. You’re mulling over how to switch gears and work the colors of the … Continue reading
Do you ever get into a creative rut? When that happens to a normally inventive person, it can feel like your feet are stuck in quick sand. Time slows down, and not even that looming deadline can get you unstuck. It happens to all of us. Here’s some expert advice on how to get back … Continue reading
This summer, I had the great pleasure to intern with Allovus. During my time here, I learned many valuable skills and important lessons (like when riding a hippity hop, make sure it’s not on sand). But above all else, it has opened my eyes to the value of an internship, even beyond the paycheck. My … Continue reading
As the days become shorter and August draws to a close, the reality that summer is about to end is setting in. But don’t worry! There are still a few great art exhibits you can catch before fall arrives. Inspiration is something that every artist needs to fuel their own creativity. From digital to traditional … Continue reading
It’s always fun to learn and connect with other design professionals. Check out these upcoming AIGA Seattle events. You’ll learn some cool stuff and meet some cool people. Be sure to visit their site on a regular basis to stay in touch with Seattle’s vibrant design community. When Thu, Aug 16, 2018 6:00 PM–10:00 PM … Continue reading
Last September, Allovus expanded into the upstairs studio in our Gig Harbor building. With the company continuing to grow, the newly acquired and updated space provided the room to accommodate everyone. More room means more studio space, more space for entertaining, and perhaps the most needed element—more conference rooms. Our old studio had a limited … Continue reading
What’s your number? This was the question every Allovus employee was asked over the past few weeks. But this “number” does not refer to what you might think. It actually refers to the number of planet earths each person uses in relationship to how they live day-to-day. After taking an online test to assess their … Continue reading
In our previous post, UX Cake: avoid the sharks, we talked about the UX Cake live podcast event co-sponsored by Allovus. The discussion covered how to prevent your UX review from getting derailed by “sharks.” UX Cake is produced by Amplify Alliance, a UX coaching firm, and hosted by Leigh Allen-Arredondo. Leigh is a co-founder of … Continue reading
Picture this: you’re in a meeting giving a review regarding a UX/design project you’re working on for a company. About halfway into your review, members of the meeting start attacking the details. They’re asking a ton of question and not letting you get a word in edgewise. Soon, they have critiqued your work and have … Continue reading
Have you ever been asked the age-old question: “What are your biggest strengths and weaknesses?” in a job interview? This question can be difficult to answer without an in-depth understanding of yourself. By taking a personality test like Meyers-Briggs Type Indicator or Gallup CliftonStrengths, employees, employers and students alike can gain crucial insight into personal … Continue reading
The school year has ended, and design graduates are pouring out of colleges and universities everywhere, ready to compete for a coveted design job. What does it take to make yourself an outstanding candidate for a career in design? Allovus Creative Recruiter Miranda Wilimczyk was recently asked by Karen Gutowsky-Zimmerman, professor of the Visual Communications … Continue reading
Logos are the first images consumers see when they reach for a product or a service. They represent the tone and identity of a company. We found some interesting behind-the-scenes design stories you might want to hear. Maybe they’ll help inspire you in your own logo design work. How the Starbucks logo came to be … Continue reading
Images by Karen Chappell Allovus offers many different types of creative roles for designers. One such role is visual design, which comprises roughly half of the design force working for our company. (Including UI and icon design.) Have you ever wondered what it’s like being a visual designer? We talked with Allovus Visual Designer Karen … Continue reading
When you’re first assigned a project–maybe it’s to create new branding, a website, or a suite of packaging–you need to establish a direction or a “mood” that guides you in developing a look. Mood boards are a great tool to help you set the tone of your project. Every time you design for that particular … Continue reading