Following my previous post, here are a few additional ideas for freelance designers, aka. the stuff I need and other might need it too.
- Templates for video podcasts. Logos, transition, lower thirds graphics, overlays, etc. Producers want their videos to look good. Have a look at TWiT Live, Mevio, or Revision 3 for ideas. Have a look at Videocue, Wirecast, Visual Communicator, or Vlog it! for inspiration.
- Themes for Pligg. Anyone can start a site like digg. Help them make it look good.
- Templates for printable CD/DVDs. As I recently discovered, I lack the talent and the time required to design labels for my CD/DVD kits. Design something unique and you may have me as a customer. You can sell it on istockphoto, or stockexpert. These sites are not for photos only. They accept videos and vector images. Have a look at CD printing/design software like CD Jaquet, Disc Cover, DiscLabel, Discus.
- Icon sets for websites in sync with templates. I really need this. I know it is a huge effort to design a professionally looking template, but it would be a great idea to be able to buy supplementary icon sets. You can sell them on istockphoto, or stockexpert.
- Templates for eBooks! (for laptops, desktops, smartphones, iPod Touch/iPhone). I do an on-line seminar for authors and publishers interested in this new medium. I also wrote a book on the subject, which will be published in January. Subscribe to my book mailing list to be notified when it ships.
- Templates for Mailing Lists. I use AWeber to manage my mailing lists. While I don't like HTML mail, some people like it and there is reliable research that shows that HTML mail has a higher conversion rate than plain text mail. Consider selling HTML and plain test email template designs.
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