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New to Contra. Not new to design. 👋
Hi everyone, I’m Rakhman Kuncoro — a brand & packaging designer from Indonesia.
I’ve worked across branding, communication and FMCG projects for quite some time, and I’m now starting to build my presence here on Contra with a stronger focus on packaging and consumer brands.
Still figuring out how things work around here — how to present work better, connect with the right people, contribute to the community, and ultimately make Contra a meaningful part of my creative journey.
So, a question for the Contra community:
If you could give one piece of advice to someone building their presence here, what would it be?
Would love to hear from designers, freelancers, and clients who have been around for a while.
Happy to connect and learn from you all. 🤝
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