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Since our launch 17 years ago, we've grown to over 50 million members and become the premier destination for creativity. Many of you have asked for advanced features to help grow your creative career. Today, we’re excited to introduce Behance Pro: https://adobe.ly/49PaUjH With Behance Pro, you can unlock premium features designed to supercharge your career: ?? Advanced analytics ?? 0% Platform fees ?? More control over your work ?? Access to Adobe Portfolio ?? And more! All Behance members with or without Pro can continue to share their work, get discovered, find inspiration, and monetize their talent on our platform, and anyone can be featured in our galleries, regardless of their subscription status. A community like Behance only succeeds when its members succeed and we look forward to seeing how you will use Behance Pro ?? Start your free 7 day trial: https://adobe.ly/49PaUjH

Thinking about going freelance? Discover how to embrace the freedom and flexibility that comes with freelancing, while tackling the hurdles along the way: https://adobe.ly/4hhFM0I Illustrator Ellice Weaver's advice is to always have a clear vision of your goal: "I drew practically every day. I took portrait commissions to cover costs and eventually got my first illustration job. It wasn’t that at the time going freelance made sense. I just kept going until it worked." Art by Ellice Weaver.

Discover the transformative impact of mentorship on your creative career and learn why having a mentor is essential for success. “A mentor can take many forms," says visual designer Stefan Balasoiu. "It can be a friend or colleague, someone who you can turn to for feedback or just questions in general." Full article on the #Behance blog: https://adobe.ly/4f44a3U Art by Stefan Balasoiu.

Ready to turn your creativity into cash? We've gathered tips from successful digital asset creators on #Behance on how to build a thriving business selling digital assets. “Create work that is authentic to you rather than following every single trend out there,” advises Emma Hall, who goes by Emma Make on Behance. “Find your niche. It’s better to be daring in your designs than play it safe.” Get all the tips on the Behance blog: https://adobe.ly/4ePoSVj

Balancing client demands and staying true to your artistic vision can be a delicate and difficult challenge. We've gathered tips from experienced freelancers on how to master the art of compromise. “I value the client's vision for the project, but my style is clear,” says Jose Manuel Vega. “When clients approach me about a project, they know from the beginning how I'm going to handle the visuals and the expected output. They typically understand that they are not just hiring me for my skills, but also for my expertise.” Read all the tips on the #Behance blog:https://adobe.ly/4dnH9I1

From gaining clarity and direction to receiving tailored feedback, mentorship can have a transformative impact on your creative journey. "The importance of a mentor is that they can pass on their experience to you. Studying books, following tutorials, etc. is fine, but where a mentor can make a real difference is by personally guiding you, looking at your work, and tailoring their advice specifically to it," says illustrator and creative director David Sossella. Read the full article on the #Behance blog to learn how a mentor can elevate your career > https://adobe.ly/3XKBQN2

Graphic designer Kate Anto decided to pursue freelancing full time after moving her life from China to Japan, and has been leveraging her #Behance portfolio to find new clients: “Behance has been my go-to platform for finding clients. I’ve completed more projects this year than ever before, and they’ve been incredibly diverse in style, industry, and scale.” Read the full interview on the Behance blog: https://adobe.ly/3BbAZ0a

Tips for building a portfolio that gets you hired: 1?? Show your best work. 2?? Reflect the direction you want your career to take. 3?? Demonstrate versatility. 4?? Document your design thinking. 5?? Represent you. Get all the tips in our latest post on the #Behance blog: https://adobe.ly/3ZapOi9 Art by BRAND ??

Design templates are invaluable resources for creative professionals. Elevate your projects with our curated collection of high-quality templates and mockups made by leading creatives from around the world: https://adobe.ly/3MpsIIc

Learn how graphic designer Alexandra Pacheco balances her role at Unilever with a thriving freelance career and asset sales on #Behance: "By prioritizing self-awareness and setting boundaries, I've been able to achieve a fulfilling balance that allows me to thrive in my creative endeavors while also enjoying a rewarding personal life." Read the full blog post: https://adobe.ly/3MpCLwQ