Off course you need a great portfolio, some known logos in the clients area, and a cool identity. But can’t you be a little bit funny or something? What if I tell you that over 65% of the clients would choose a design studio with at least one joke on the homepage? OK, not true, but Hey, nobody made this kind of study yet!
Incognito
Happy Webbies
Crispin Porter + Bokuski
Ultra Super New
Mono
Squad
Francesco Mugnai
ustwo™
Rockstar Ninja
Mostash
Designer Slash Model
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Josh July 16, 2009
Thanks for the list! Great Stuff!
"Mike" July 16, 2009
Hey gents, thanks for the nod. Undoubtedly, we get more inquiries about work through our personalities on the website than anywhere else. People like to work with people who are talented, trust-worthy, and like-able. If we can knock out 2 out of 3, right out of the gate, why not?
Cheers,
“Mike”
Angel July 16, 2009
Great idea for successful portfolio.
Edgar Leijs July 17, 2009
Yep it works and it rocks!
Lisa Ellwood July 17, 2009
You have great examples of humour that works. The thing is it has to be carefully thought and and executed well or it can backfire. And of course it goes without saying that the portfolio can’t be weak – otherwise being clever doesn’t matter….
xyxjasilixyx July 26, 2009
Great :)
Harprabhjot Paul Singh July 26, 2009
Nice compilation. Looks like clients are looking for something different. http://www.cockybox.com
Miroslav Nikolov August 3, 2009
Always feel happy when I see nice looking companies sites like these. There has to be more web design studios with great portfolios:)
Jorge August 31, 2009
Wonderful claims and beautiful designs!! We love fresh and funny websites
Inspire My Day October 18, 2009
Great! :)
Mick November 5, 2009
Check out http://www.flopculture.com. It’s hilarious!
charlotte January 14, 2010
I still an not able to muster the courage to put cuss words and abnormal images and things that just are unprofessional.
Some of the sites may offend users, and Id rather stay reserved rather than risk a big client over a contoversial word or image.
JO January 23, 2011
I’m with you Charlotte. I had a debate over this issue with my sister, and ultimately concluded I can’t take these types of sites seriously. BUT since these sites are successful, I think it might come down to a personality match. I bet these sites appeal more to younger risk-takers than older, established clients.