A pavilion of 35 unique QR codes has been erected as part of the 2012 Venice Architecture Biennale, all of which contain information about the development of Skolkovo, a new business section of the city of Moscow. Due for completion in 2017, Skolkovo is intended to become a digital district, Russia's very own Silicon Valley. QR codes are often used on leaflets and posters to create a digital link on print m ...

D&AD's annual Student Award opened for entries this week, providing young hopefuls with a selection of real advertising and design briefs for actual clients, and offering a fantastic opportunity to springboard into a career in the creative industries. The awards allow entrants to showcase their skills, and figures show that over three-quarters of winners find their way into a job soon after their succes ...

The FedEx Express subsidiary of FedEx Corp is launching a multi-market campaign aimed and small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) entitled: "FedEx: Solutions Powered by People". The campaign will use print media and digital marketing to highlight the dedication of FedEx staff around the world, and how their efforts help to keep SMEs running smoothly. Focusing on the logistics and teamwork of FedEx team mem ...

The online department store Very.co.uk has launched a "digital shop window" on Hanover Street in Liverpool to promote its online goods in time for Christmas. The display, which is set in the window of former bathroom outlet Bathstore, allows passers-by to scan products using the QR code and have it delivered via free next-day delivery. The move is not the first innovative digital marketing strategy employed ...

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are set to see a "tenfold" increase in tax breaks starting next year, as the tax relief spend on Annual Investment Allowance for plants and machinery is expected to jump from £25,000 up to £250,000. The news comes as further improvements for SMEs are being rolled out - earlier this month it was announced that investors in ISA saving schemes will be able to invest ...

Design agency Elmwood have redesigned the wrappings for a number of much-loved British sweets, following a survey on their Facebook page to find which sugary treats the public missed the most. Working alongside Brand Engage to drive the survey online, Elmwood launched their "Bring Back the Brand" campaign following the success of nostalgic treats such as Cadbury's Wispa bar. The survey found that the great ...

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Whether you're a writer or a designer, finding a job in the world of creative media is a tough challenge, especially for those just out of college. It's all too easy to get caught in the unemployment loop - you need a job to get some experience, but you need the experience to get the job you want. So how can you give yourself the edge over other graduates in the same position? Your first job should be to se ...

News from America this week suggests that graphic design as an industry is on the rise, with more freelancers than ever being hired by small businesses as the digital age brings a fresh focus on branding and visual marketing. The growth of web-based marketplaces has boomed in recent years thanks to increased job losses pushing more creative people into starting their own businesses. The fact that these free ...

All of us are doing our bit to contribute to the rising environmental efforts, and these days it's almost crucial for a business to be seen to be doing the same. Many business owners believe that taking on such schemes are simply too much hassle, but there are plenty of ways you can cut down on materials without rising costs. Recycle. Many councils offer a subsidy and even rewards for recycling office mater ...