My Daily Work Life as a Graphic Designer in Los Angeles

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In this video, I wanted to take you through my work from home day in the life of a freelance graphic designer living in Los Angeles. My routine and work day has changed here and there throughout the years, But Im pretty happy with how it is these days. I hope you enjoy this little vlog!
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[@JesseNyberg]

Hope y’all enjoyed the style of this video!

[@brainstormke]

Absolutely 💥💥 ....though there is somewhere you mentioned about barebones ...didn't quite get that 😅

[@richardottley4611]

Yea man.. I like this style of vlogging, do you do vlogs often or from time to time??

[@asisiphoernest1913]

I feel that narration/voice-over is better

[@nabeehkk326]

I am also a graphic designer from india. India is not good for tech jobs. Can you help me

[@soy_binguine]

Love it! Please keep doing more

[@freiyakd]

i love this - it's also kinda funny that although i'm across the earth from you, as a freelance designer as well, our routines are pretty much the same! even down to the winding-down-reading-a-book-but-not-too-relaxed at midday activity. this was very wholesome to watch.

[@Marketo10Channel]

Jesse, a lil advice for your MENTAL health: if you could throw in your daily routine some "15min strength training workout" at home, you will feel even better, trust me, I have felt it! : )

[@JustinCarlsonDesign]

because mental health is very VERY important to living a fulfilling life. And taking care of your mental health is not taught in school (at least when I went to school). Taking walks, eating right, talking to people you enjoy being around, all help your mental health.@@davidjp999

[@Mememaxing]

​@@davidjp999keyboard warrior here 🤓

[@JameelPetillo]

yes i agree. i worked out for a couple days.... the energy you have during the day is amazing!

[@deezyfreezyy]

you have no idea how much you just described my dream day / current day activities. starting with the vegan protein shake, coffee break, wearing band merch, going to get coffee, reading as a break, and indian food is my absolute fave. i've been working as a software developer for the last year, but am going to try and transition into design. decided yesterday i should try and combine my love of music with design so i looked up music posters and found your channel. i'm only a few videos in but loooving your content and especially your album redesign concepts. the DRAIN one was siiick. i'm mocking up a poster for a gleemer tour right now as my first go. excited to watch more of your videos, thanks for the inspiration!

[@LeoRivero]

I love the video Jesse! keep up the great content!

[@danielpatrick5706]

I love the idea of relaxing and being present! Something I definitely need to do more of

[@ramaerlandtianels]

--while also filming the footage of being present

[@williamdavesarabia1677]

Hey man! Thanks for the song, Totally vibin right now! Keep up the great videos. It's like chillin with a friend while working. Thanks!

[@lis7742]

I'm 31 and haven't found out what I want to do yet, career wise. I used to love drawing, painting, cutting and gluing and generally being creative when I was younger. I'm starting to think maybe this is the right path for me, I honestly can't see any other path I will be able to take as I have ADHD and it's crucial for me to do something I genuinely like doing.

[@nofurtherwest3474]

Give it a shot. Why not

[@youtubebyhearracg]

look like happiness for your freelance as graphic designer. your videos so inspired me

[@bmo_preme9507]

Clean transitions this vid bro. Really enjoyed this one. At the very very start of pursuing graphic design. Just listening and learning out of entertainment

[@broskichannel4163]

loved the vibe of this vid

[@Adityakittoo]

Thank you for the refreshment.

[@blackkitty369]

This was very helpful! Thank you for sharing!

[@nlh340]

Love it bro! Very peaceful! I want to be like you.

[@MTGSecrets666]

I'm researching what graphic designers actually do because I'm an illustrator thinking of transitioning into graphic design and your video really helped me get a glimpse of what the profession is like. Thank you so much.

[@DasosBeats]

Damn this really reassured me. I've recently started a (still solo) media agency and your routine is very very close to my routine I kind of developed. Coming from a harsh surrounding where you usually just plainly are at work from 7am to 4pm and don't have the freedom to roam around in between and do fun stuff it was pretty hard to convince myself that that routine is okay. I've noticed that it really made me feel better and I also developed a feeling of "this is fine and I'm grateful" but seeing someone established kind of have the same routine really reassured me. Thanks for your video. it's nicely put together!

[@ytrpaz]

great stuff especially the books that you have amazing.

[@YaGirlKanina]

This pretty much looks like my day, i work on client stuff in the a.m. as well it is the best time for me

[@larazanellato9483]

one day i hope to quit my 9-5 job to do your life, it's so relaxing and productive at the same time i love it. You keep my motivation up, thank you so much

[@Hamyhamster24]

As a designer, it is far from relaxing as this video portrays it 😂

[@alexandreluzpereira]

Dude I LOVED the gundam head on the back 😍

[@domm1971]

lovin it bro

[@Marketo10Channel]

nice video Jesse!! And congrats for that indie movie poster!! ; )

[@maxxymultimedia119]

Jesse i got so attracted to your studio, as a graphic designer building a professional studio of this kind is my dream. Just subscribed.

[@clicktocash]

Thank you for sharing daily work I am stragling with my self to consistant motivation to do videos

[@armandodelacruz3794]

Cool man, enjoyed watching your video. My lifestyle is pretty similar to yours but yours seem more relaxing than mine. 😀

[@joemajor685]

Lifestyle is so cool,wish you happy everyday😀

[@joemajor685]

Welcome to chongqing to share with you hotpot🙏

[@KamrulHasan-oh2ge]

I am fascinated by your thoughts. I want to make myself like this.

[@D3CPH3R_39]

Great video, I noticed the sticky notes on the computer glass....... I'd invest in a deskboard buddy, just giving a heads-up....... great video 🤓

[@lombardi4]

dropped a like for the hisoka calendar keep it up hxh brotha

[@michi-raw]

Really feeling your vibe 💪 keep it up bro

[@nickolasroberts2780]

Hey Jessie I've been a graphic artist for a while and have recently decided to start a poster printing service, any suggestions on the sizes/ what has been a very popular size. Love your videos and your creativity

[@jawadmani9971]

Just incredible

[@maxwell2059]

hi jesse! loved the vid as usual. just wondering, what do you generally have in your protein shakes? i'm thinking about having protein shakes before university in a morning.

[@crank13crank]

i really like this video its so inspiring

[@yer6900]

dope video, i gotta start being more present everyday.

[@maldicion44]

after fallowing you i got so much inparation from you now im tryng to learn blender 3d logos thank you

[@johnbehneman1546]

THANK YOU SO MUCH.

[@Terkel_Halepa]

cool video its really amazing!

[@garrybustamante7051]

I wish to have this kind of lifestyle as a graphic designer. It's kinda hard being a designer here in the Philippines.

[@AaKu-cs8hx]

i aspire to be a graphic designer in future and this actually motivated me , specially the indian food at the end lol

[@user-wc1qw2co5y]

I really liked you're house . it feels warm to me

[@pinkiesclan]

Get the stainless steel cat fountain bro! trust! Sending love and vibes this channel is rad.

[@annypeng9331]

Dude your hello kitty stuff is so cute.. !lol

[@Bouncinio]

good vibe man)

[@thenightstreamer4702]

would've been cool to see a setup tour. What's that pc case, desk mat, keyboard?

[@MichiLeesch]

This was interessting and entertaining 👌

[@JohnJohn-nh2rl]

I found you video ramdonly lookup photoshop tutorial for my kids and started watching but realize i been to the coffeeshop (its great) show and I worked at BF near you, just crazy random lol

[@ZAPRandom]

Always love these kind of videos! Seeing you shirtless was a bonus not gonna lie. Also yeah let your body wake up naturally before injecting coffee in your system. I also listen to music later in the day, I usually listen to podcasts in the morning, including yours. For more healthy tips, try to avoid the microwave and heat up on an oven. Working and filming all this must've been hard. Thanks for this video Jesse! Now let's get back to work.

[@kingworthy935]

Cringe.

[@hellothanksforbeinghere]

Hi Jesse. I'm studying graphic and web design this year and I came across your channel. Have really been enjoying and learning from your vids! Really enjoyed this one too! Have you ever printed out one of your own prints that you're super proud of and wanted to display? Thanks so much for the work! Big fan!

[@JesseNyberg]

Yes I have but mostly just the ones I did as collaborations with others! Like hanging others art around the house mostly, rather than my own stuff

[@JamePinotes]

Seem like I saw one video from PH with the same style and concept. But I love the way you did your routine.

[@maiabelen6413]

strawberry poundcake candle. you’ll love it trust

[@douglaswiggins1936]

I jumped when i saw the restaurant’s menu font.

[@felixweber7845]

Thank you man, I am also working as a designer from home and always struggled to find a good routine. This video helped me alot. Thanks you! On a side note: What switches do you use on your mechanical keyboard? Linear, taktile or clicky? Just got one with blue clicky gateron switches and wanted to know if theres a better switch for graphic design especially. Thanks in advance for an answer😊 and keep on doing your great work. Best, Felix

[@JesseNyberg]

I use cherry brown switches

[@libbycohen4275]

This was so relaxing and nice to watch

[@dirtyapestudio]

i love the music

[@krystle8090]

i love the hello kitty stuff haha

[@kickheavy8982]

That butter chicken looks fiiiiire. I got an indian place near me that makes a great one.

[@mcdazz2011]

Oh man, that Indian food looks so good. It's been over a year since I've eaten from an Indian restaurant (moved to a small but big town, limited food options).

[@kidgrime]

Quality stuff man!

[@thoaithan9405]

i like a tattoo on your left arm, its so art and awesome!!!

[@anthonyruiz6365]

Basically a home body. I am a pastry chef but i want to learn graphic design

[@FloridaGoon187]

man your day looks so chill. I wake up with eye problems and body cramps, I live in Cartel Land, ive had my house raided by Mexican military, but I got a lot of talent, just havent made enough to where I can get myself out this situation, very inspiring though bro!

[@ozzayyyy]

That's crazy yo .

[@alipdesign7556]

Nice Lou Reed Tshirt bro

[@christianvillaverde3600]

hey bro! looking to get into graphic design dope video! just curious can you draw as I cannot and so its kind of intimidating

[@binhyennguyenkhoa2923]

amazing

[@Shaheer7X]

Does graphic design require a lot of hand drawing? Nrver drawn/sketched on paper before. When i first got into drawing a few years ago, I just jumped straight in with my tablet, redesigning movie logos. I've since then gotten ingo making digital posters too. So drawing by handbis something i would like to experiment with someday. Does graphic also require a lot of math?

[@blix570]

9:33 haha great to see you love our indian food 😄🌸🌊

[@kimseyla7885]

Very good

[@fabfourdub1284]

Nice setup man!

[@maira.akhtar]

Hey Jesse which podcast were you watching while eating i was wondering that :P p.s. really nice video and you took some good angle shots, a well-made video 💫

[@JesseNyberg]

Bad Friends!

[@maira.akhtar]

@@JesseNyberg Okay thanks man ✨

[@anthonyt219]

I miss california, cuz there are bright days without the excessive heat from phoenix arizona. It can get pretty brutal here man especially you used to be from the east coast like Chicago. Im a guy who likes it around 70 degrees more or less. California can be hot but not as bad as arizona

[@passive8372]

好chill！

[@yepp5669]

pretty similar routine and lifestyle. greetings from izmir turkey

[@cooper6614]

cut your wicks on your candle!! it will make it burn longer and it will have less nasty smoke when you put it out

[@djolofgraphik9341]

hello bro i frow west africa to Senegal im a graphic designer but i love your job

[@cncsmztvchannel]

nice video

[@JohnJohn-mj4qc]

bro can you give us your resources like what websites you use to design, software, and more, etc... in your next video please

[@benjaminmeelner6145]

could you provide us with the list of graphic tools that you use for work plz ?

[@sigladosa]

My dream is to be able to establish a routine like this

[@HCV2962]

The hello kitties ☺️

[@NEbluefire]

You work... really hard.

[@lamqi]

Any tips on how to get started for a beginner like me?

[@kimzaclassic]

Love lifestyle.

[@sashunita]

the video is called I'm going to work?) I slept, ate, read a book, looked at pictures on the Internet, awesome).

[@1440PGamingContent]

Have you ever mixed your coffee with creamer and protein powder?

[@noahscheich3729]

Hello all! I'm a 20-year-old thinking of going into graphic design. I've been wanting to get a decent desktop computer for possible future graphic design projects and some gaming. I play on Xbox so I would mostly hook up my Xbox to the computer. I also will probably do some art projects with a graphic tablet in the near future. Any good recommendations for a good desktop I should invest in for my needs? Thanks!

[@user-wc1qw2co5y]

I just subscribed you're chanel can't wait for next video!

[@TownofSerenityLOFI]

very good wallpaper, it is the mountain called Chaltén in Santa Cruz Argentina, World Champion country ⭐⭐⭐, if you ever come to Argentina I recommend you visit it

[@JesseNyberg]

That’s dope! Thanks for letting me know

[@nicolasszyszka]

I love your routine. Sometimes I feel like I work much harder than this... But if I have to be honest with myself... It's pretty the same! haha No burnout allowed (as possible)

[@JesseNyberg]

I feel you, it def ebbs and flows. Some days im working non stop for like 6-8 hours and other days it’s more chill like this.

[@nicolasszyszka]

@@JesseNyberg Yes! It's just self pressure, much of my times I'm like this! thanks for your videos btw

[@Mediapaq]

8 hours day as a graphic designer is chill

[@dianahdz1986]

Is nice to see that you use PC ..or it is only the monitor? Can you please share your specs?

[@Kendra_Twine_TAFE]

Hello, I'm Kendra Twine, a TAFE student with a keen interest in graphic design. I'm curious to know: What do you find most challenging about being a graphic designer, and how do you overcome those challenges? Your insights would provide valuable perspective as I embark on my journey in the world of design. Thank you!

[@bklyn_miss]

Following

[@laurasanders5050]

Can you do graphic design part time? To try it out? Are there different types of graphic design

[@hackerjacker3390]

Any tips on how to build up portfolio from scratch without experience

[@tristonmaccagno9431]

Hey @JesseNyberg what software do you use? sorry if you said in text during video, I might have missed it.

[@HYSSTERIA]

What is the name of that book with the Jazz Album Covers called?

[@chunyanuchthongyaem6521]

Hello kitty!!!😊

[@yohjivicci]

what mechanical keeb are you using broskieee

[@nevisnebis1207]

I don’t know why, but I always imagined you as being shorter :P can’t wait to watch the vid though, I love this type of content Edit: just wanted to say that the editing and stuff here is really good??? Who knew designers could do things other than spend 2 hours playing with typography

[@JesseNyberg]

Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@ZAPRandom]

omg the passive aggressiveness haha I'm a video editor too

[@muhammadrafi895]

enjoy bro,,

[@sj4267]

Hey great video. Thought it might be cool if you narrated your voice over. Find it much easier to follow along than the captions. Cheers