I have never faced that problem while designing but have had the aftereffects of a project make me a bit embarrassed to be involved.
My first graphic design projects outside of the classroom were for a non-profit group that was managed by my supervisor at Buffalo City Hall. My intership included working on their Mural Arts Program, organizing fundraisers, finding donors, musicians, and facilities to host these events in.
I also did the design work for these events and handled media requests. It was all pretty exciting for a 21-year old.
And then it turned out the non-profit was my supervisor's tax evasion scam. She never showed her face or name on any promo materials or events. She used the money we raised as her own lunch account, she and her mom would win the biggest prizes and then sell them afterwards. I had to file a suit to get my money back.
Needless to say, if anyone remembers the fundraisers and the promotions for it, they'll think to themselves "Oh yeah, that worthless organization run by that 21-year old kid. Wonder what he did with all the money since they never did any murals."
I still have those pieces in my portfolio. I probably shouldn't. They're not that great to begin with and for anyone who cares, they'll know that it represents a shady, corrupt organization.
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