Jim McCauley
Jim McCauley is a writer, performer and cat-wrangler who started writing professionally way back in 1995 on PC Format magazine, and has been covering technology-related subjects ever since, whether it's hardware, software or videogames. A chance call in 2005 led to Jim taking charge of Computer Arts' website and developing an interest in the world of graphic design, and eventually led to a move over to the freshly-launched Creative Bloq in 2012. Jim now works as a freelance writer for sites including Creative Bloq, T3 and PetsRadar, specialising in design, technology, wellness and cats, while doing the occasional pantomime and street performance in Bath and designing posters for a local drama group on the side.
Latest articles by Jim McCauley
7 famous logos that pass the silhouette test
By Nick Carson, Jim McCauley published
These brands have mastered the art of memorable simplicity.
Edgy meth campaign sparks inevitable outrage
By Jim McCauley last updated
Meth? South Dakota's on it.
5 situations where illustration can work better than photography
By Jim McCauley published
Do you really need a photo?
8 of the biggest logo redesigns of 2019
By Jim McCauley published
Discover this year's best logo updates.
The '90s called... it wants Tesla's new logo back
By Jim McCauley published
The Cybertruck (or CYBRTRK) logo looks like it was sent by fax.
Has Paramount got it right with this redesigned Sonic?
By Jim McCauley last updated
Sonic's back from the drawing board and looking pretty fly.
Paramount to redesign Sonic after overwhelming backlash
By Jim McCauley last updated
Gotta go back to the drawing board!
WhatsApp's dark mode is creeping up on us
By Jim McCauley last updated
Impatient for some dark WhatsApp? It's on the way.
Everything you need to know about going freelance
By Jim McCauley published
Be prepared for freelance life with these tips.
15 plugins to make your design process easier
By Nick Carson, Jim McCauley published
Save time with these must-have creative plugins.
Facebook's new logo is just about worth a Like
By Jim McCauley published
Facebook rebrands, in a rather familiar way.
New Photoshop selection tool seems magical... but will it really save you time?
By Jim McCauley last updated
Object Selection just got easier.
Why we're unexpectedly excited about Apple's AirPods Pro
By Jim McCauley published
These could be the AirPods we actually buy.
Where to find free graphic design templates
By Jim McCauley published
Kick-start your design process with these free templates.
New iPad Air and Mini come with Apple Pencil support
By Jim McCauley last updated
The new iPad Air and Mini have an extra something for designers.
Updated sketching app helps you conquer creative block
By Jim McCauley published
Don't know what to draw? Hit the Paper Store.
New NASA logo celebrates women on the moon
By Jim McCauley published
Apollo's twin sister graces this inspirational new space logo.
6 of the best new portfolio sites
By Jim McCauley published
Grab yourself some portfolio inspiration.
The ultimate Flexbox cheat sheet
By Jim McCauley published
Figure out Flexbox with this handy cheat sheet.
Discover 2020's hot design trends
By Jim McCauley published
Get ahead with this guide to next year's big looks.
Need some creative inspiration? Ask Alexa!
By Jim McCauley last updated
"Hey, Alexa, get me out of this creative hole!"
How to add illustration to your designs for free
By Jim McCauley published
No illustration budget? Grab some Open Doodles!
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