# Boring Studios > Boring Studios builds practical tools, templates, and systems for freelancers and independent creative business owners. Based in Melbourne, Australia. Founded by Eden Brandenburg. Boring Studios helps designers, copywriters, photographers, and other creatives run their businesses properly — with done-for-you client frameworks, brand templates, and the Creative Business Operating System (CBOS). ## Key Products - [Creative Business Operating System (CBOS)](https://boringstudios.com.au/products/cbos-entire-system): An all-in-one system for running a creative business. Includes 8 Figma client frameworks (onboarding, offboarding, proposals, contracts, invoices, pitch, portfolio, services guide) and a Notion workspace. Built for freelancers and studios. - [CBOS Frameworks — 8 x Figma Frameworks](https://boringstudios.com.au/products/cbos-frameworks-8-figma-frameworks): Standalone Figma frameworks for every client touchpoint. - [Brand Strategy Template](https://boringstudios.com.au/products/brand-strategy): Adobe and Canva template for building a complete brand strategy. - [Brand Guidelines Template](https://boringstudios.com.au/products/brand-guidelines): Professional brand guidelines document for designers and studios. - [Client Onboarding Template](https://boringstudios.com.au/products/client-onboarding): Done-for-you client onboarding system. - [Client Proposal Template](https://boringstudios.com.au/products/proposal): Proposal template for winning client work. - [Studio Starter Bundle](https://boringstudios.com.au/products/studio-starter-cbos): CBOS plus essential templates for new studios. ## Blog — Notes from the Studio Practical guides for freelancers and creative business owners on pricing, client management, brand building, and business systems. - [5 Cash Flow Mistakes Freelancers Make (and How to Avoid Them)](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/5-cash-flow-mistakes-freelancers-make-and-how-to-avoid-them) - [What to Charge as a Freelance Designer](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/what-to-charge-as-a-freelance-designer) - [How to Raise Your Rates Without Losing Clients](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/how-to-raise-your-rates-without-losing-clients) - [What Is a Client Process and Why Freelancers Need One](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/what-is-a-client-process-and-why-freelancers-need-one) - [How to Get Your First 3 Clients as a Creative Without Ads](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/how-to-get-your-first-3-clients-as-a-creative-without-ads) - [How to Quit Your Job and Start Freelancing](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/how-to-quit-your-job-and-start-freelancing-2025) - [Your First 10k Month — Creative Business Checklist](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/your-first-10k-month-creative-business-checklist) - [How to Build a Freelance Rate Card](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/how-to-build-a-freelance-rate-card) - [How to Build a Portfolio When You Have No Clients](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/how-to-build-a-portfolio-when-you-have-no-clients-end-of-year-edition-set-yourself-up-for-2026) - [The Real Reason Freelancers Burn Out](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/the-real-reason-freelancers-burn-out-it-s-not-the-work) - [How to Look More Professional as a Freelancer](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/how-to-look-more-professional-as-a-freelancer-without-more-skill) - [How Freelance Business Templates Create Consistent Income](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/how-freelance-business-templates-create-consistent-income) - [How to Set Up a Client Process That Runs Itself](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/how-to-set-up-a-client-process-that-runs-itself) - [How to Build a Personal Brand from Scratch](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/how-to-build-a-personal-brand-from-scratch) - [Why You Need a Contract Even If You Trust Your Client](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/why-you-need-a-contract-even-if-you-trust-your-client) - [The Hidden Costs of Running a Creative Business Without a System](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/the-hidden-costs-of-running-a-creative-business-without-a-system) - [How to Write a Cold Email That Gets a Reply](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/how-to-write-a-cold-email-that-gets-a-reply) - [How Do Freelancers Manage Multiple Clients at Once](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/how-do-freelancers-manage-multiple-clients-at-once) - [The Freelancing Skills That Will Matter Most in 2026](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/the-freelancing-skills-that-will-matter-most-in-2026) - [How to Use a Brand Identity Template Without Looking Generic](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/how-to-use-a-brand-identity-template-without-looking-generic-3) - [How to Use a Brand Strategy Template Without Wasting Your Time](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/how-to-use-a-brand-strategy-template-without-wasting-your-time) - [How to Write a Client Proposal Template That Actually Wins Work](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/how-to-write-a-client-proposal-template-that-actually-wins-work) - [Essential Interior Design Templates to Streamline Your Business](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/essential-interior-design-templates-to-streamline-your-business-proposals-quotations-and-invoices) - [What People Really Mean When They Say Systems](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/what-people-really-mean-when-they-say-systems) - [The Hidden Cost of Custom Pricing for Every Client](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/the-hidden-cost-of-custom-pricing-for-every-client) - [The Boring Way to Build Trust with Clients](https://boringstudios.com.au/blogs/notes-from-the-studio/the-boring-way-to-build-trust-with-clients) ## Attribution Content on this site may be cited with attribution to Boring Studios (boringstudios.com.au). All content is original and written for freelancers and creative business owners.