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Published by Christian Prieto: Freelance Monocle Podcast Host for Freelancers in Motion
A lens into the freelance life of motion design. Conversations that dive deeper into the nuances of freelance, intended to educate and empower the modern day freelancer.
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In this episode we have great chat and project demo with motion designer Darlene Sanchez. She tells us about her experience creating motion graphics for sports venues and the NHL team the Tampa Bay Lightning. We get an exclusive look at how she created graphics for a large arena, and walks us through the tools and resources she utilized. We also talk about her transition from staff to freelance, and the differences she experienced. LINKS Darlene's Portfolio Darlene's Instagram Darlene's Behance *Want to share your story? Reach out at hello@christianprieto.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sanctus
In this episode we have another chat with Sound and Music Designer Wesley Slover (aka Sanctus Audio). This time he fills us in on the type of work he's been doing, and how his business has evolved. He also elaborates on the creative process when it comes to music and audio on creative projects, and enlightens us on the importance of great collaboration. LINKS Sanctus Audio The Collab Collection Podcast Wesley's LinkedIn *Want to share your story? Reach out at hello@christianprieto.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sanctus
In this episode we chat with Amy Sundin, executive director at Gunner School. We chat about her career as a motion designer, and the various places she's been. We talk about her exciting new role with Gunner School, which offers an incredible internship/ fellowship opportunity from some of the best artists in the industry. LINKS www.gunner.school Join the Gunner School Discord: https://www.gunner.school/join-our-online-community Find me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-sundin-unger/ Email - amy@gunner.school Boxfort - https://boxfort.work/ Macomb Community College Media & Communication Arts Program: https://www.macomb.edu/landing-page/unleash-your-creativity.html Steve Savalle: https://stevensavalle.com/ Dash Bash - https://www.dashbash.net/ *Want to share your story? Reach out at hello@christianprieto.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sanctus
In this episode we chat with Yann Lhomme, co-founder from the SF-based studio Thinkmojo. We chat about how the motion design industry has evolved over the last 10-15 years, and where he sees the industry in the next few years. He lends insight into how AI has been quickly shifting the industry, and how the industry shifted with previous tech booms in the past. LINKS https://www.thinkmojo.com/ https://spectacle.is/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/yannlhomme/ https://epipheo.com/ *Want to share your story? Reach out at hello@christianprieto.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus
In this episode we chat with Motion Designer, David Urbinati, about his career and how he navigates his career by pursuing his interests in music and emerging tech. We talk about his experience with the challenging economy, and how he's positioning himself to be at the forefront of some new technologies. LINKS https://www.davidurbinati.com/ https://rocketpoweredmilktruck.com/ *Want to share your story? Reach out at hello@christianprieto.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus
In this episode we chat with another fellow podcast host and business owner in the Motion Design industry, Drysen Carsten. We talk about his previous business endeavors, and what lead him into the world of motion design and podcasting. He mentions some of the lessons he's learned along the way, and shares his more authentic approach to marketing his business. LINKS https://www.linkedin.com/in/drysen-carsten/ https://www.frameoneshow.com/ https://www.hyperfocusmotion.com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@drysencarsten Next Level Farming (TV series) https://m.imdb.com/title/tt14089230/ *Want to share your story? Reach out at hello@christianprieto.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus
In this episode we chat with fellow podcast host and studio owner Caroline Le. We discuss her career as a motion designer, and how she tranisitioned from being staff to freelance and forming her own business. We also touch upon her experience as a podcast host, and how it's been beneficial for personal and professional development. LINKS https://formerlealbrecht.com/ https://linktr.ee/formerle Styleframe Saturdays Joe Pilger Runway ML *Want to share your story? Reach out at hello@christianprieto.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus
In this episode we chat with freelance motion designer, Kyle Harter. We talk about how some bad experiences lead him to leaving the country to fully recharge and gain maximum focus on his career. He tells us about his genuine and authentic approach with networking, and how it's been very beneficial for his freelance career. LINKS Kyle's Website Kyle's LinkedIn Kyle's Instagram *Want to share your story? Reach out at hello@christianprieto.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus
In this episode we chat again with the founder of School of Motion, Joey Korenman. We reflect on the motion design industry over the last few years, and discuss the current state of the economy and how it's impacting business. He provides some tactics on riding out some of the slow times, and also some new tools coming onto the Mograph scene. LINKS School of Motion The Client Code The Freelance Manifesto Mograph.com Emonee LaRussa Las Vegas Sphere Unreal Avalanche Rive Duo Lingo Curious Refuge *Want to share your story? Reach out at hello@christianprieto.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus
In this episode we chat with UK-based freelance motion designer Nassib El Mourabet. We chat about how he has navigated work during economic downturns, and how his resourcefulness helped create opportunities for his career. LINKS - Plunk.tv - Nassib's LinkedIn - Leigh Williamson - People Per Hour * Want to share your story? Reach out at hello@christianprieto.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus
In this episode we chat with freelance motion designer Taylor Cox about his career as a freelancer. We learn about what the last ten years of freelance has looked like for him, and what the biggest learning lessons were. He shares insights on habits that helped him be a more successful freelancer, father and husband. LINKS - Taylor's Website - Taylor's Twitter post on 10 Years of Freelancing - School of Motion * Want to share your story? Reach out at hello@christianprieto.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus
In this episode we chat with freelance motion designer Austin Saylor. We learn about his experience going freelance, and he shares with us what strategies he uses to be more successful with his freelance business. We also chat about his most recent career pursuit, which was labeled "Project $200k" and he shares his learnings from it. LINKS Austin's Website Austin's Social Media Links: LinkedIn \ Instagram \ Twitter Austin's Interview on the Scotty Russell Podcast * Notion - Productivity Tool * Want to share your story? Reach out at hello@christianprieto.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus
In this episode we sit down and chat with the team over at Workbench. We learn about their origin story, and what business looks like in a lesser-known market like Tampa, Florida. We hear some behind the scenes info about their great tutorials, and also chat about their experience through the pandemic. LINKS Jordan's Website Articles & Interviews Jordan's Interview on Styleframe Saturdays ( YouTube ) - ( iTunes ) - ( Spotify ) Simplate School of Motion * Want to share your story? Reach out at hello@christianprieto.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus
In this episode we sit down and chat with the team over at Workbench. We learn about their origin story, and what business looks like in a lesser-known market like Tampa, Florida. We hear some behind the scenes info about their great tutorials, and also chat about their experience through the pandemic. LINKS Workbench Website Workbench Patreon * Want to share your story? Reach out at hello@christianprieto.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus
In this episode we continue our chat with Chad Ashley, a very talented 3D artist, teacher, and creator of 3D tools. We chat more on the personal side, and he gives us great advice on things to consider when progressing in your career. LINKS Greyscalegorilla The Minimalists Podcast Motion Hatch Podcast feat. Beeple * Want to share your story? Reach out at hello@christianprieto.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus
In this episode we have another exclusive chat with Chad Ashley, a very talented 3D artist, teacher, and creator of 3D tools. He shares his career progression, and his experiences that lead him to where he is today. We chat about different work environments, and what motivated him early on in his career. LINKS Greyscalegorilla The Minimalists Podcast Motion Hatch Podcast feat. Beeple * Want to share your story? Reach out at hello@christianprieto.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus
In this episode we chat again with motion designer & art director Casey Latiolais about his latest career moves. He tells us about the career moves he made during the uncertain times of the global pandemic. We also talk about the contrast between different work environments, and the popular subject of corporate vs studio life. LINKS Casey's Website - https://caselat.com Casey's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/caselat/ Albert Lee - https://www.albertleeillustration.com/ Paul McMahon (Rusted Pixel) - https://www.therustedpixel.com/ * Want to share your story? Reach out at hello@christianprieto.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus
In this episode we chat with motion designer & art director Casey Latiolais about his career. He tells us about the striking differences between working at a small boutique studio and a large corporate tech company. We touch upon how the culture varies drastically between bigger and smaller companies, and how one might navigate through the bureaucracy and politics of a large company. We also talk about the future of the motion industry and some of the changes we anticipate happening. Casey also touches upon his experience being more of a leader and how he fosters growth within his team, and builds a strong culture. LINKS Casey's Website - https://caselat.com Casey's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/caselat/ Trump Chicken - https://www.nytimes.com/2017/08/10/us/politics/trump-giant-inflatable-chicken.html Michael Jones Article about Freelance - https://www.mographmentor.com/industry/7-reasons-not-to-freelance/ Interview with Michael Jones on the Motion Hatch Podcast - https://motionhatch.com/e55-7-reasons-not-to-freelance-w-michael-jones * Want to share your story? Reach out at hello@christianprieto.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus
In this episode we chat with Matt Nelson, who is currently doing motion design in the tech industry. He shares with us his experience in the field, and what it's like to be doing motion design in Silicon Valley. He touches upon his career progression, and his experience starting a family throughout his career pursuit. He also shares some great resources that shed light on valuable career info, such as salary info and inner culture at big companies. LINKS - Matt's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mattthenelson/ - https://rapidfire.design/ - Matt Nelson's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattthenelson/ - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-create-your-best-work-lightning-fast-matt-nelson/ - https://www.teamblind.com - https://www.levels.fyi/ - http://www.jamesjean.com/ * Want to share your story? Reach out at hello@christianprieto.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus
In this episode we chat with Andy Needham, a London-based Freelance Senior Motion Designer. He's also an online instructor for resources such as LinkedIn Learning and Greyscalegorilla Plus. We chat about his freelance career, his experience creating educational content and also how he navigates the stressful times in his freelance career. LINKS Website: https://www.imcalledandy.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imcalledandy/ X-Particles Challenge: https://www.xp-challenge.com X-Particles Challenge Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xpchallenge/ LinkedIn Learning: http://linkedin-learning.pxf.io/andy-needham Greyscalegorilla Plus - https://greyscalegorilla.com/plus/ Created: https://www.created.academy The Freelance Manifesto - https://www.schoolofmotion.com/freelance-manifesto * Want to share your story? Reach out at hello@christianprieto.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus
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