Var Turner landed a pretty nice gig with a big name in the region, but there was no guarantee it would be anything other than a one-off job when they got together in March.
Turner has experience handling high-profile clients as a graphic artist for well-known rap artists and professional athletes, so he wasn’t about to let his chance to make a good impression slip away. This ambition is partially what’s helped Turner seize opportunities and make connections. The other part is his sharp eye and natural knack for creating eye-pleasing content.
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