Taylor Cox

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 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 - <a href="https://www.taylorcox.studio/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Taylor's Website</a> - <a href="https://twitter.com/taylorcox/status/1536776100831010819" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Taylor's Twitter post on 10 Years of Freelancing</a> - <a href="https://www.schoolofmotion.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">School of Motion</a> * Want to share your story? Reach out at <a href="mailto:hello@christianprieto.com">hello@christianprieto.com</a> ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

029 - Reflecting on 10 years of freelance w/ Taylor Cox

Austin Saylor

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 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 <a href="https://www.austinsaylor.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Austin's Website</a> Austin's Social Media Links: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/austinsaylor/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> \ <a href="https://www.instagram.com/fullharbor/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> \ <a href="https://twitter.com/fullharbor?s=21&amp;t=L8eAncbjc2H9609ehAZTtQ" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> <a href="https://coachscottyrussell.com/side-hustlers-perspective/230" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Austin's Interview on the Scotty Russell Podcast</a> * <a href="https://www.notion.so/product" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Notion - Productivity Tool</a> * Want to share your story? Reach out at <a href="mailto:hello@christianprieto.com">hello@christianprieto.com</a> ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

028 - Project $200k w/ Austin Saylor

Jordan Bergren

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 &amp; 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 <a href="https://jordanbruce.tv/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Jordan's Website</a> <a href="https://jordanbruce.tv/press" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Articles &amp; Interviews</a> Jordan's Interview on Styleframe Saturdays ( <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qG15XtkhEMI&amp;t=1917s" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a> ) - ( <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/styleframe-saturdays/id1607658120?i=1000555296134" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a> ) - ( <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/3lHf65DlHordE7iIcgRieQ?si=3717301f14544ae9" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a> ) <a href="https://simplate.io/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Simplate</a> <a href="https://www.schoolofmotion.com/?utm_term=school%20of%20motion&amp;utm_campaign=Branded+-+All+Device+-+All+Match+-+2021&amp;utm_source=adwords&amp;utm_medium=ppc&amp;hsa_acc=8386540778&amp;hsa_cam=13922916204&amp;hsa_grp=128571273567&amp;hsa_ad=534021392631&amp;hsa_src=g&amp;hsa_tgt=aud-906834923266:kwd-331546146638&amp;hsa_kw=school%20of%20motion&amp;hsa_mt=e&amp;hsa_net=adwords&amp;hsa_ver=3&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw1N2TBhCOARIsAGVHQc5h7PEnbtTtz6f_T-B5vgWuE_FtiB0ysZ0FWtk4iac85le7JgvCWcsaAt5UEALw_wcB" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">School of Motion</a> * Want to share your story? Reach out at <a href="mailto:hello@christianprieto.com">hello@christianprieto.com</a> ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

027 - The Freelance Entrepreneur w/ Jordan Bergren

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 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 <a href="https://workbench.tv/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Workbench Website</a> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/workbench" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Workbench Patreon</a> * Want to share your story? Reach out at <a href="mailto:hello@christianprieto.com">hello@christianprieto.com</a> ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

026 - Talking Shop at Workbench

Chad Ashley

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 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 <a href="https://greyscalegorilla.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Greyscalegorilla</a> <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/my/podcast/the-minimalists-podcast/id1069757084" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Minimalists Podcast</a> <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/how-to-create-freedom-to-work-on-personal-projects/id1306811815?i=1000450995723" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Motion Hatch Podcast feat. Beeple</a> * Want to share your story? Reach out at <a href="mailto:hello@christianprieto.com">hello@christianprieto.com</a> ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

025 - Career Freedom w/ Chad Ashley - Part 2

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 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 <a href="https://greyscalegorilla.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Greyscalegorilla</a> <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/my/podcast/the-minimalists-podcast/id1069757084" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Minimalists Podcast</a> <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/how-to-create-freedom-to-work-on-personal-projects/id1306811815?i=1000450995723" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Motion Hatch Podcast feat. Beeple</a> * Want to share your story? Reach out at <a href="mailto:hello@christianprieto.com">hello@christianprieto.com</a> ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

024 - Career Freedom w/ Chad Ashley - Part 1

Casey Latiolais

In this episode we chat again with motion designer &amp; 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 again with motion designer &amp; 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 - <a href="https://caselat.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://caselat.com</a> Casey's Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/caselat/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/caselat/</a> Albert Lee - <a href="https://www.albertleeillustration.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.albertleeillustration.com/</a> Paul McMahon (Rusted Pixel) - <a href="https://www.therustedpixel.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.therustedpixel.com/</a> * Want to share your story? Reach out at <a href="mailto:hello@christianprieto.com">hello@christianprieto.com</a> ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

023 - Part 2 of The Maturing Motion Industry w/ Casey Latiolais

In this episode we chat with motion designer &amp; 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 motion designer &amp; 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 - <a href="https://caselat.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://caselat.com</a> Casey's Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/caselat/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/caselat/</a> Trump Chicken - <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2017/08/10/us/politics/trump-giant-inflatable-chicken.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nytimes.com/2017/08/10/us/politics/trump-giant-inflatable-chicken.html</a> Michael Jones Article about Freelance - <a href="https://www.mographmentor.com/industry/7-reasons-not-to-freelance/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.mographmentor.com/industry/7-reasons-not-to-freelance/</a> Interview with Michael Jones on the Motion Hatch Podcast - <a href="https://motionhatch.com/e55-7-reasons-not-to-freelance-w-michael-jones" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://motionhatch.com/e55-7-reasons-not-to-freelance-w-michael-jones</a> * Want to share your story? Reach out at <a href="mailto:hello@christianprieto.com">hello@christianprieto.com</a> ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

022 - The Maturing Motion Industry w/ Casey Latiolais

Matt Nelson

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 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 - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mattthenelson/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/mattthenelson/</a> - <a href="https://rapidfire.design/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://rapidfire.design/</a> - Matt Nelson's LinkedIn - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattthenelson/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattthenelson/</a> - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-create-your-best-work-lightning-fast-matt-nelson/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-create-your-best-work-lightning-fast-matt-nelson/</a> - <a href="https://www.teamblind.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.teamblind.com</a> - <a href="https://www.levels.fyi/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.levels.fyi/</a> - <a href="http://www.jamesjean.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://www.jamesjean.com/</a> * Want to share your story? Reach out at <a href="mailto:hello@christianprieto.com">hello@christianprieto.com</a> ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

021 - Motion Design in Tech w/ Matt Nelson

Andy Needham

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

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: <a href="https://www.imcalledandy.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.imcalledandy.com</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/imcalledandy/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/imcalledandy/</a> X-Particles Challenge: <a href="https://www.xp-challenge.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.xp-challenge.com</a> X-Particles Challenge Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/xpchallenge/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/xpchallenge/</a> LinkedIn Learning: <a href="http://linkedin-learning.pxf.io/andy-needham" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://linkedin-learning.pxf.io/andy-needham</a> Greyscalegorilla Plus - <a href="https://greyscalegorilla.com/plus/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://greyscalegorilla.com/plus/</a> Created: <a href="https://www.created.academy/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.created.academy</a> The Freelance Manifesto - <a href="https://www.schoolofmotion.com/freelance-manifesto" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.schoolofmotion.com/freelance-manifesto</a> * Want to share your story? Reach out at <a href="mailto:hello@christianprieto.com">hello@christianprieto.com</a> ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

020 - Freelance Learning w/ Andy Needham

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.

I’ve been freelancing for almost 10 years and I wish this podcast had existed when I started. The sheer amount of knowledge, tips and various perspectives have really shifted how I think about freelancing. For me this podcast is a must listen for any freelancer not just in motion design but in any creative field.

Chock full of valuable info!

Love the interviews! Really gives you an insight on going freelance. Lots of information and very useful to listen to for those looking to go freelance. :)

Very educational!

The Freelance Monocle Podcast

Brian Gossett

In this episode we touch upon many hot topics with the very talented Brian Gossett. We talk about how different freelancing was in previous years, how budgets were much healthier, how unforeseen family health issues temporarily halted his work, and how priorities changed after growing older. Brian also shares some advice and wisdom on when it might be the right time to go freelance, and he also shares his plans for a career mentorship program.  LINKS Brian's Twitter: https://twitter.com/briangossett Brian's Email: howdy@brianmichaelgossett.com Brian's Freelance Tips hashtag: #freelancetipsfrombrian Brian's Instagram: @brianmichaelgossett Logan - https://logan.tv/ Brand New School - https://brandnewschool.com/    -------------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

In this episode we touch upon many hot topics with the very talented Brian Gossett. We talk about how different freelancing was in previous years, how budgets were much healthier, how unforeseen family health issues temporarily halted his work, and how priorities changed after growing older. Brian also shares some advice and wisdom on when it might be the right time to go freelance, and he also shares his plans for a career mentorship program.  LINKS Brian's Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/briangossett" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/briangossett</a> Brian's Email: <a href="mailto:howdy@brianmichaelgossett.com" rel="nofollow noopener">howdy@brianmichaelgossett.com</a> Brian's Freelance Tips hashtag: <a rel="nofollow noopener">#freelancetipsfrombrian</a> Brian's Instagram: @brianmichaelgossett Logan - <a href="https://logan.tv/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://logan.tv/</a> Brand New School - <a href="https://brandnewschool.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://brandnewschool.com/</a> -------------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

016 - Different Times in Freelance w/ Brian Gossett

Trevor Kerr

In this episode we chat with Trevor Kerr from Man vs Machine and Chad Ashley from Greyscalegorilla. We talk about some of their career experience, and the different opportunities they pursued. We discuss topics such as full-time vs staff, ways to level up in your career, managing double bookings, remote freelance, long-term bookings and the benefits of cloud-based storage.    LINKS: • Man vs Machine • Greyscalegorilla • Motion Plus Design Conference • Dropbox • Trevor's Personal Project - Star Wars    -------------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

In this episode we chat with Trevor Kerr from Man vs Machine and Chad Ashley from Greyscalegorilla. We talk about some of their career experience, and the different opportunities they pursued. We discuss topics such as full-time vs staff, ways to level up in your career, managing double bookings, remote freelance, long-term bookings and the benefits of cloud-based storage.  LINKS: • <a href="https://mvsm.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Man vs Machine</a> • <a href="https://greyscalegorilla.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Greyscalegorilla</a> • <a href="http://motion-plus-design.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Motion Plus Design Conference</a> • <a href="https://www.dropbox.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Dropbox</a> • <a href="https://www.behance.net/gallery/32535071/Star-Wars-Call-of-the-Empire-(Scene-File-Included)" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Trevor's Personal Project - Star Wars</a> -------------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

010 - The Mindful Path w/ Trevor Kerr and Chad Ashley

Zach Christy

In this episode we have a candid chat with freelancer and motion graphics artist Zach Christy. He tells us his personal experiences of freelancing with various shops in Los Angeles, and how his initial leap into freelance wasn't as he expected. He walks us through some unfavorable experiences he's had, and how becoming debt free gave him the ability to be more selective with his work. Zach's work and social media accounts: http://www.zachchristy.com/ https://vimeo.com/zachchristy https://www.instagram.com/zachinpublic/  https://twitter.com/Zachinpublic  https://www.pinterest.com/zachinpublic/  Studios &amp; Artists mentioned on the podcast: https://foreignfauna.com/ https://www.gunner.work/ http://oddfellows.tv/ http://allenlaseter.com/ https://anderson.tv/  ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *Music provided by Wesley Slover - www.sonosanctus.com

In this episode we have a candid chat with freelancer and motion graphics artist Zach Christy. He tells us his personal experiences of freelancing with various shops in Los Angeles, and how his initial leap into freelance wasn't as he expected. He walks us through some unfavorable experiences he's had, and how becoming debt free gave him the ability to be more selective with his work. Zach's work and social media accounts: <a href="http://www.zachchristy.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.zachchristy.com/</a> <a href="https://vimeo.com/zachchristy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://vimeo.com/zachchristy</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/zachinpublic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/zachinpublic/ </a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Zachinpublic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/Zachinpublic </a> <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/zachinpublic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.pinterest.com/zachinpublic/</a> Studios &amp; Artists mentioned on the podcast: <a href="https://foreignfauna.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://foreignfauna.com/</a> <a href="https://www.gunner.work/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.gunner.work/</a> <a href="http://oddfellows.tv/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://oddfellows.tv/</a> <a href="http://allenlaseter.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://allenlaseter.com/</a> <a href="https://anderson.tv/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://anderson.tv/</a> ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *Music provided by Wesley Slover - <a href="http://www.sonosanctus.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.sonosanctus.com</a>

005 - Freelancing in Los Angeles w/ Zach Christy

David Franklin

In this episode we chat with David Franklin, who is currently the recruiting manager at the great studio We Are Royale. We discuss topics such as the challenges with the hold system, some good/bad habits from freelancers and the changing landscape of the motion design industry.  LINKS David's Email: david@weareroyale.com David's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-s-franklin/ We Are Royale: https://weareroyale.com/    -------------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

In this episode we chat with David Franklin, who is currently the recruiting manager at the great studio We Are Royale. We discuss topics such as the challenges with the hold system, some good/bad habits from freelancers and the changing landscape of the motion design industry.  LINKS David's Email: <a href="mailto:David@weareroyale.com" rel="noopener">david@weareroyale.com</a> David's LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-s-franklin/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-s-franklin/</a> We Are Royale: <a href="https://weareroyale.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://weareroyale.com/</a> -------------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

017 - Recruiting Freelancers w/ David Franklin

Andrew Embury

In this episode we chat with motion design director Andrew Embury to learn about his experience in freelance. We discuss the importance of setting boundaries with your clients in order to avoid burn out and undesirable experiences.  Contact Info for Andrew Embury aembury@gmail.com http://www.aembury.com/ yellowlab.tv   Links Mentioned in this Episode https://www.thefutur.com/

In this episode we chat with motion design director Andrew Embury to learn about his experience in freelance. We discuss the importance of setting boundaries with your clients in order to avoid burn out and undesirable experiences.  Contact Info for Andrew Embury <a href="mailto:aembury@gmail.com" rel="nofollow noopener">aembury@gmail.com</a> <a href="http://www.aembury.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://www.aembury.com/</a> <a href="http://yellowlab.tv/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">yellowlab.tv</a> Links Mentioned in this Episode <a href="https://www.thefutur.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.thefutur.com/</a>

006 - Setting Client Boundaries w/ Andrew Embury

Mark Walczak

In this episode, we chat with freelancer Mark Walczak and his career in motion design. Mark shares some insight on what makes him successful as a freelancer, and also as a family man. He gives us personal insight into how he became debt free, and how that has provided more fulfillment in his career and his personal life. We also talk about some common freelance rates, being more valuable to your clients and that tackling debt is very achievable.  LINKS Mark's Twitter - https://twitter.com/MDWalczak Mark's Behance - https://www.behance.net/mdwalczak Dave Ramsey - https://www.daveramsey.com/ The Futur - https://www.thefutur.com    -------------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

In this episode, we chat with freelancer Mark Walczak and his career in motion design. Mark shares some insight on what makes him successful as a freelancer, and also as a family man. He gives us personal insight into how he became debt free, and how that has provided more fulfillment in his career and his personal life. We also talk about some common freelance rates, being more valuable to your clients and that tackling debt is very achievable.  LINKS Mark's Twitter - <a href="https://twitter.com/MDWalczak" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/MDWalczak</a> Mark's Behance - <a href="https://www.behance.net/mdwalczak" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.behance.net/mdwalczak</a> Dave Ramsey - <a href="https://www.daveramsey.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.daveramsey.com/</a> The Futur - <a href="https://www.thefutur.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.thefutur.com</a> -------------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

012 - Freelancing and Financial Freedom w/ Mark Walczak

Joey Korenman

In today's episode we are joined by the founder of School of Motion, Joey Korenman. We talk about Joey's experience in the world of freelance and some of the challenges he faced when making the transition. We then dive into other challenges he's faced as his career progressed into being a studio owner and more recently the founder of School of Motion. He shares some amazing insight into the struggles many of us face when considering the leap, and offers some very enlightening viewpoints.    Links to resources mentioned in this episode: Contracts for Motion Design: A Q&amp;A with Lawyer Andy Contiguglia  https://www.schoolofmotion.com/podcast/contracts-for-motion?ref_id=prieto  The Freelance Manifesto  https://www.schoolofmotion.com/freelance-manifesto?ref_id=prieto  School of Motion Courses  https://www.schoolofmotion.com/courses?ref_id=prieto     ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *Music provided by Wesley Slover - www.sonosanctus.com

In today's episode we are joined by the founder of School of Motion, Joey Korenman. We talk about Joey's experience in the world of freelance and some of the challenges he faced when making the transition. We then dive into other challenges he's faced as his career progressed into being a studio owner and more recently the founder of School of Motion. He shares some amazing insight into the struggles many of us face when considering the leap, and offers some very enlightening viewpoints.  Links to resources mentioned in this episode: Contracts for Motion Design: A Q&amp;A with Lawyer Andy Contiguglia <ul> <li><a href="https://mailtrack.io/trace/link/e0a017b60ae4b86c96887aae7e65c0aa4e992fc9?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.schoolofmotion.com%2Fpodcast%2Fcontracts-for-motion%3Fref_id%3Dprieto&amp;userId=2848073&amp;signature=a809ec93bed3ac80" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.schoolofmotion.com/podcast/contracts-for-motion?ref_id=prieto</a></li> </ul> The Freelance Manifesto <ul> <li><a href="https://mailtrack.io/trace/link/0d80ec95a1b3576bec2da1a3a8dc885d45ff6362?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.schoolofmotion.com%2Ffreelance-manifesto%3Fref_id%3Dprieto&amp;userId=2848073&amp;signature=750ed77c3fb797e4" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.schoolofmotion.com/freelance-manifesto?ref_id=prieto</a></li> </ul> School of Motion Courses <ul> <li><a href="https://mailtrack.io/trace/link/b962177e5635685964676224186c226a8aae49b1?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.schoolofmotion.com%2Fcourses%3Fref_id%3Dprieto&amp;userId=2848073&amp;signature=b568e41c7990326b" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.schoolofmotion.com/courses?ref_id=prieto</a></li> </ul> ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *Music provided by Wesley Slover - <a href="http://www.sonosanctus.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.sonosanctus.com</a>

004 - Taking More Control of the Steering Wheel w/ Joey Korenman

Kennon Fleisher

In this episode we chat with motion designer and creative director Kennon Fleisher. We chat about the pros/cons of full-time vs freelance, and what makes people stay long-term at certain companies. We also talk about how a prestigious role and title might not be as appealing as we would think. We might find ourselves climbing the wrong mountain, and need to change our path in order to align with our career goals.    LINKS Kennon's Website: https://www.kennonfleisher.com/ Kennon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennonfleisher/ Kennon's Behance: https://www.behance.net/kennonfleisher Joey Korenman's "Too Old for MoGraph" Article on Motionographer: http://motionographer.com/2017/02/15/too-old-for-mograph/ Greyscalegorilla Podcast "Too Old for Mograph" Discussion: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-46-are-you-too-old-to-do-3d/id433976980?i=1000380127957  * Want to share your story? Reach out at hello@christianprieto.com  -------------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

In this episode we chat with motion designer and creative director Kennon Fleisher. We chat about the pros/cons of full-time vs freelance, and what makes people stay long-term at certain companies. We also talk about how a prestigious role and title might not be as appealing as we would think. We might find ourselves climbing the wrong mountain, and need to change our path in order to align with our career goals.  LINKS Kennon's Website: <a href="https://www.kennonfleisher.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.kennonfleisher.com/</a> Kennon's Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kennonfleisher/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/kennonfleisher/</a> Kennon's Behance: <a href="https://www.behance.net/kennonfleisher" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.behance.net/kennonfleisher</a> Joey Korenman's "Too Old for MoGraph" Article on Motionographer: <a href="http://motionographer.com/2017/02/15/too-old-for-mograph/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://motionographer.com/2017/02/15/too-old-for-mograph/</a> Greyscalegorilla Podcast "Too Old for Mograph" Discussion: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-46-are-you-too-old-to-do-3d/id433976980?i=1000380127957" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-46-are-you-too-old-to-do-3d/id433976980?i=1000380127957</a> * Want to share your story? Reach out at <a href="mailto:hello@christianprieto.com">hello@christianprieto.com</a> -------------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

018 - Course Correcting w/ Kennon Fleisher

Jess Libby

In this episode we chat with Canadian-based Motion Designer Jess Libby. We learn what it was like for Jess to go from being an in-house staff motion designer to becoming a business owner. She shares what the transition was like, and some of the things she's learned as a business owner.  Follow Jess Libby Demo Reel - https://vimeo.com/321156673 Twitter- twitter.com/jesseylibby Instagram - instagram.com/jesseylibby  Links Mentioned in this Episode Cushion App - https://cushionapp.com/    -------------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

In this episode we chat with Canadian-based Motion Designer Jess Libby. We learn what it was like for Jess to go from being an in-house staff motion designer to becoming a business owner. She shares what the transition was like, and some of the things she's learned as a business owner.  Follow Jess Libby Demo Reel - <a href="https://vimeo.com/321156673" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://vimeo.com/321156673</a> Twitter- <a href="http://twitter.com/jesseylibby" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">twitter.com/jesseylibby</a> Instagram - <a href="http://instagram.com/jesseylibby" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">instagram.com/jesseylibby</a> Links Mentioned in this Episode Cushion App - <a href="https://cushionapp.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://cushionapp.com/</a> -------------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

008 - From Staff Motion Designer to Business Owner w/ Jess Libby

In this episode we chat with Toronto-based Artist Oscar Mar about his career. He shares with us his experience of working as a staff in-house artist in the gaming industry for over 10 years, then pursuing the freelance world. We discuss the importance of staying relevant in this field, and some of the pros/cons with a long-term staff gig.  LINKS - www.oscarmar.com - Pablo Lozano - https://www.plozano.com/ - Nidia Diaz - https://nidiadias.com/ - I Love Dust - https://www.ilovedust.com/ - Prodigal Pictures (Danny Yount) - http://prodigalpictures.com/ - Victor Mosquera - http://www.victormosquera.com/ - Worship Studio - http://www.worship.studio/ - Ranger &amp; Fox - https://www.rangerandfox.tv/    -------------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

In this episode we chat with Toronto-based Artist Oscar Mar about his career. He shares with us his experience of working as a staff in-house artist in the gaming industry for over 10 years, then pursuing the freelance world. We discuss the importance of staying relevant in this field, and some of the pros/cons with a long-term staff gig.  LINKS - <a href="http://www.oscarmar.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.oscarmar.com</a> - Pablo Lozano - <a href="https://www.plozano.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.plozano.com/</a> - Nidia Diaz - <a href="https://nidiadias.com/portfolio/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://nidiadias.com/</a> - I Love Dust - <a href="https://www.ilovedust.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ilovedust.com/</a> - Prodigal Pictures (Danny Yount) - <a href="http://prodigalpictures.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://prodigalpictures.com/</a> - Victor Mosquera - <a href="http://www.victormosquera.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://www.victormosquera.com/</a> - Worship Studio - <a href="http://www.worship.studio/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://www.worship.studio/</a> - Ranger &amp; Fox - <a href="https://www.rangerandfox.tv/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rangerandfox.tv/</a> -------------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus

015 - Staying Relevant w/ Oscar Mar

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