As a creative professional, it’s part of the process: you pitch ideas, respond to proposals, and sometimes pour hours (or days) into mockups, edits, or prototypes to prove your skills. But every so often—more often than we’d like—these projects don’t move forward.
Whether it’s interviews that stall, bids that don’t get the contract, or designs that remain “concept-only,” the work doesn’t stop being valuable. I’ve built motion graphics, 3D models, video edits, emails, and more—most of which I’ve never shared because they were tucked away in the “throwaway” pile.
But this year, I’m flipping the script. If 2024 gave me hours of work that went unused, I can at least give it a platform.
Mock Designs That Deserve the Light of Day
Here are some of the projects I created this past year that didn’t go anywhere but showcase skills I’m proud of. Maybe they didn’t win the bid or land the deal, but they serve as proof of the effort, creativity, and technical expertise I bring to the table.
Graphic/Video Sample: Concept for a fashion company along with logo design and flyers.
3D Model Mockup: Project intended for [describe briefly—e.g., product visualization, animation demo]
“Thank You, But No Thank You”
To the employers, collaborators, and clients who requested these mock designs: I appreciate the opportunity to flex my skills. However, I’m choosing to be more mindful of how my time and work are valued moving forward.
To future collaborators: let’s build together with clear intention. My portfolio speaks for itself, and I’m always ready to bring ideas to life.
For now, these “throwaways” get their moment to shine. Here’s to 2024’s effort, lessons learned, and better opportunities ahead.
If you’re looking for a creative partner with proven results (and a lot of experience making things happen, mock or real), feel free to contact me here! Let’s create work that does go somewhere.