Monday Meeting podcast

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In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Kendall Hotchkiss continues our discussion about identity in the context of branding and motion design for multiple niches. This episode includes: * Whether to niche down or stay general in your creative business * Personal branding strategies for motion designers * How to communicate your value to clients unfamiliar with motion design * Building community over simply growing a following * Staying updated with industry changes without chasing every trend * Networking and building credibility both online and in-person * Creating personal projects that demonstrate your skills while developing your voice * Using newsletters and content curation to establish yourself in your niche Next week's guest is still being confirmed. Join the upcoming Gartic Phone game night on May 28th at 7pm PST/ 10pm EST. Link in our Discord! Keep an eye out for the next newsletter that's dropping this week! Visit MondayMeeting.org for this episode and other insightful conversations from the motion design community! SHOW NOTES: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠MondayMeeting LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠MondayMeeting Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠MondayMeeting Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠MondayMeeting Newsletter⁠ Tessa Ugalde Jen Van Horn Lee Smalt Kons Eydelman Gary V's Business Growth Strategies Good Brief IO Behance/Adobe Career Resources…

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Balance & Brand: When to Evolve | May 5, 2025 1:00:01

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In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Kendall Hotchkiss leads an open discussion exploring the nuances of identity and branding in motion design. This episode includes: Insights on when to refresh your brand identity, explaining that small tweaks like copywriting adjustments or logo refreshes can be made without a complete rebrand when targeting a new audience The importance of aligning your brand with your core values and using experimentation to find what works for your audience Discussion about creating a comprehensive branding style guide with colors, fonts, and voice tone for professional client communication The concept of "Story Brand" as a resource for developing brand identity beyond just visuals Exploration of brand archetypes and how they can be used to position yourself in the marketplace The difference between personal branding and client branding, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and storytelling in both Advice on navigating multiple specialties and interests as a creative without diluting your personal brand Tips for freelancers on approaching client communications authentically while speaking their language. Next week's guest is still being confirmed. The Monday Meeting newsletter will be published later this month with opportunities for listener spotlights and community participation. Visit MondayMeeting.org for this episode and other insightful conversations from the motion design community! SHOW NOTES: ⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Patreon⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠MondayMeeting LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠MondayMeeting Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠MondayMeeting Bluesky⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠MondayMeeting Newsletter⁠ The Brief Collective Storybrand Dash Bash 2023 Macaela VanderMost Presentation Creator Science episode (Chase Jarvis) Creator Science episode (Successor Question) BlinkMyBrain Dash Bash 2023 Ariel Costa Presentation Kon’s Website F9 Collective (Wednesday 9:30am MT) Talk with Ryan Summers SNL Skit about US Metrics…

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Give Yourself Permission to be Weird with Jason Jacobson | April 28, 2025 1:00:04

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In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Lee Smalt welcomes creative director Jason Jacobson to discuss the art of pitching unconventional ideas and finding the courage to present concepts that push boundaries. This episode includes: Jason's 20-year journey from copywriter to creative director, and how his experience with improv comedy has shaped his approach to pitching creative concepts The value of the "chicken wing construct" - presenting ideas in escalating levels of boldness to gradually build client comfort with more adventurous concepts Why presenting multiple ideas is essential, with Jason noting "2/3 of my ideas are going to be cut, and that's okay" - creating resilience against rejection Insights on psychology in pitching, including using premium options to make middle-tier options more appealing to clients The power of creating interactive experiences that invite audience participation, like installations that turn passive viewers into active participants Thought-provoking examples of successful bizarre pitches, including a concept featuring a pet camel that resonated surprisingly well with a technical college audience The reminder that "no one remembers controversy after two years" - encouragement to take creative risks in a world of short attention spans Next week kicks off the new theme of "Identity" with Kendall Hotchkiss hosting a discussion on how identity relates to illustration and branding in motion design. Visit MondayMeeting.org for this episode and other resources from the motion design community, and sign up for the newsletter to stay connected with upcoming events and discussions. SHOW NOTES: ⁠⁠Monday Meeting Patreon⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠⁠ ⁠⁠MondayMeeting LinkedIn⁠⁠ ⁠⁠MondayMeeting Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠MondayMeeting Bluesky⁠⁠ ⁠⁠MondayMeeting Newsletter⁠ Jason’s book: “Buried in Beige” The Unfinished Swan Game…

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The Anchoring Effect: Pricing Pitches That Stick | April 21, 2025 50:38

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In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Lee Smalt leads an open discussion about pitching creative ideas, with valuable insights on pricing strategies and client relationships that help motion designers win projects. This episode includes: Practical strategies for setting price ranges rather than fixed rates, and how to effectively anchor pricing to shape client expectations The psychology of tiered pricing options and why clients typically gravitate toward middle packages Creative approaches to preventing scope creep with overage costs and deadline push fees Candid conversations about the challenge of valuing your work appropriately and avoiding the common trap of underpricing Insights on communicating the value of pre-production work when clients resist paying for this critical planning phase Comparisons of project management tools like Google Slides, Miro, and Notion for enhancing client communication Different perspectives on whether displaying pricing on websites helps filter leads or limits opportunities The Monday Meeting community is hosting a game night this Wednesday (event info below in our Discord), and next week Lee will be sharing crazy pitch stories with Creative Director Jason Jacobson. Listeners are encouraged to join and share their own experiences. Visit MondayMeeting.org for this episode and other resources, including the newsletter that was recently launched. Tickets for Camp Mograph are now available! SHOW NOTES: ⁠Monday Meeting Patreon⁠ ⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠ ⁠MondayMeeting LinkedIn⁠ ⁠MondayMeeting Instagram⁠ ⁠MondayMeeting Bluesky⁠ ⁠MondayMeeting Newsletter⁠ ⁠MondayMeeting Game Night⁠ ⁠Camp Mograph⁠ Chris Do’s Pricing Video Shea Lord's course Motion Hatch's Pricing Course Deducers Get Write On it Interactive Pricing Guide Illustration pricing guide book/Graphic Artists Guild Handbook Vishal’s Notion Project Template…

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Fragile Ideas Club: Pitching with Juan Behrens | April 14, 2025 56:12

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In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Lee Smalt talks with Juan Behrens, an Amsterdam-based creative director with 20 years of experience in the motion design industry, about the art of pitching creative ideas effectively. This episode includes: Juan shares insights from his time at MediaMonks and BUCK, reflecting on what he learned about pitching from his hands-on experience in the pitch team at Monks, to observing how different studios cast creatives and directors strategically, much like choosing designers to match the style of a project The value of collaboration over the "big reveal" approach - how involving clients early in the creative process leads to better outcomes How the diversity of creative perspectives strengthens ideas and helps them evolve beyond what any single person could envision Insights on handling anxiety during pitches and the importance of setting realistic expectations with clients The "guess who" problem - how asking the right questions early can prevent production obstacles and potentially lead to upselling opportunities Juan's perspective on identifying and embracing your vulnerabilities as a creative, and using process as a protective framework Next week will feature an open discussion about pitching, so bring your questions and client stories to share with the community. Don't miss out on our latest newsletter packed with creative resources and community highlights - our second edition just dropped! Sign up HERE and stay connected with everything happening in the Monday Meeting community. Visit MondayMeeting.org for this episode and other insightful conversations from the motion design community. SHOW NOTES: Monday Meeting Patreon Monday Meeting Discord MondayMeeting LinkedIn MondayMeeting Instagram MondayMeeting Bluesky MondayMeeting Newsletter MondayMeeting Game Night Camp Mograph Juan Behrens Website Juan Behrens Instagram…

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Pitching with Purpose with Christine Sheller | April 8, 2025 52:17

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In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Lee Smalt talks with Christine Sheller, Senior Vice President of UX Research and Design at O3 World, about the art of pitching creative ideas effectively. This episode includes: Christine's journey from traditional graphic design to UX leadership, building brands, products, and teams throughout her career, particularly in the fintech industry Insights on what separates successful pitches from forgettable ones: connecting to business goals, understanding client needs, and avoiding the "surprise pitch" approach The importance of client collaboration in the creative process rather than hiding work until a big reveal How to balance creative freedom with strategic boundaries, and why constraints often lead to better creative solutions The value of showing process and unpolished work to build client trust and participation Practical advice for new freelancers on structuring pitch conversations and protecting their creative work from being used without compensation The growing role of motion design in UX experiences and how static designs are "not passing muster anymore" Christine's experience as a mentor and teacher, including at Art Center College of Design and through platforms like ADP List Next week, Lee will be joined by Juan Behrens, who worked with Buck in their pitching department. Juan will discuss pitching motion design for large agencies, sharing insights from his experience working with major brands. Keep an eye out for our next newsletter dropping soon, and be sure to subscribe! Visit MondayMeeting.org for this episode and other insightful conversations from our motion design community. SHOW NOTES: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Instagram⁠⁠ Monday Meeting Bluesky Christine's LinkedIn ADP List Animalators Podcast…

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Render Therapy: How We Manage Behind the Scenes | March 31, 2025 52:42

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In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Jen Van Horn leads an open discussion with motion designers exploring creative burnout remedies, networking strategies, and animated film criticism. This episode includes: Community members sharing personal wins Creative burnout remedies, with suggestions for prioritizing self-care and reducing perfectionist pressures Finding joy in non-motion design side projects that can unexpectedly connect with creative work Critical analysis of animation industry trends, including the value of traditional 2D animation versus disappointing live-action remakes Recommendations for seeking out international and independent films that value storytelling over high production budgets Next week, Lee will host a discussion with Christine Scheller, SVP of UX Research and Design, about receiving creative pitches and what makes them stand out to clients. Visit MondayMeeting.org for this episode and other insightful conversations from the motion design community! SHOW NOTES: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Instagram⁠⁠…

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No Script, No Filter: Building Trust in Motion Design | March 25, 2025 52:13

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In this episode, host EJ Brieva and guests discuss effective networking strategies in the motion design world. This episode includes: Kons sharing insights from Barton Damer's ABC studio anniversary event featuring influential industry figures Community members celebrating personal wins, from getting paid after an agency shutdown to taking needed breaks Different approaches to industry events—whether to focus on business connections or authentic relationships Benefits of networking outside motion design circles to create unexpected opportunities Advice for confidently promoting your work and handling payment issues Tips for being authentic while making strategic professional connections Join us next month, where Lee Smalt will lead discussions on the art of pitching projects! Visit MondayMeeting.org for this episode and other insightful conversations from the motion design community! SHOW NOTES: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Instagram⁠⁠ Already Been Chewed…

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Just Make the Thing with EJ Hassenfratz | March 17, 2025 1:11:13

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In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Jen Van Horn sits down with motion designer EJ Hassenfratz to explore his journey from digital artist to creator of physical plushies and vinyl toys. This episode includes: EJ's evolution from broadcast graphics to motion design and 3D artistry, discovering Cinema 4D when it was first gaining popularity How making tutorials became an unexpected career path after preparing for a presentation at NAB The emotional journey of creating his first plushie based on his beloved dog Gus, and how it became a cathartic experience when his actual dog passed away Behind-the-scenes insights into toy production, from finding a reputable manufacturer to designing custom packaging The unexpected challenges of transitioning from digital to physical products, including order fulfillment, shipping logistics, and overcoming imposter syndrome How EJ's exploration of Japanese kawaii mascot culture influenced his character designs The importance of pushing through creative fears and taking action rather than waiting for perfection Throughout the conversation, EJ emphasizes the value of community support and how the motion design industry has evolved to become more open and collaborative. He shares honest reflections about the mental barriers that delayed his physical product launch despite having completed the toy design and manufacturing a year prior. Next week features an open discussion where listeners can bring questions or topics to the group. Please subscribe to The Monday Meeting newsletter on Substack and/or via email -open call opportunities for listener spotlights, feature requests, and community participation! Visit MondayMeeting.org for this episode and other insightful conversations from our motion design community! SHOW NOTES: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Instagram⁠⁠ EJ's Portfolio EJ's Instagram Gus the Pug Make Ship Shippo thebeastisback…

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Analog Show & Tell | March 10, 2025 54:00

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In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Jen Van Horn leads a community "Show and Tell" where motion designers share their off-screen creative pursuits and how these analog activities complement their digital careers. Check out our Show & Tell Showcase Page to see some of the photos from each presenter, and join our Discord to see the rest that were posted! This episode includes: Matthew Hinman's journey into woodworking, from custom noodle boards to laser-etched gifts Agustin Eguia's exploration of Japanese woodworking techniques without screws or hardware Mollie Davis's seasonal creative outlets including block printing, polymer clay jewelry, and knitting Kons's creative integration of technology and craftsmanship in custom computer builds and festival lighting Vishal Varghese's rediscovery of analog film photography with vintage rangefinder cameras Sam J's improvisational origami techniques and 3D printing projects honoring his father's artistic legacy Discussions on how these tactile crafts provide meditation, focus, and creative rejuvenation Next week features EJ Hassenfratz who will discuss his journey creating plushies and vinyl toys as we continue exploring tactile art as an escape from screen fatigue. Be sure to sign up for the new Monday Meeting newsletter to stay updated on community events and member spotlights. Visit MondayMeeting.org for this episode and other insightful conversations from our motion design community! SHOW NOTES: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Instagram⁠⁠ Monday Meeting Bluesky Show & Tell Showcase…

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Unplugged: Finding Creativity Beyond the Screen with Luis Miranda | March 3, 2025 48:33

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In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Jen Van Horn sits down with motion designer Luis Miranda to explore his journey into handcrafted satchels and embroidered patches, and how physical creative pursuits complement a digital career. This episode includes: Luis's evolution from sports animation and TV production to freelance motion design The iterative process of learning to sew and create custom accessories and clothing How digital design skills transfer to physical crafting challenges Finding inspiration through tactile experimentation and geometric problem-solving The unique branding opportunities of custom-made accessories Balancing creative hobbies with professional motion design work Next week features a special "Show and Tell" episode where listeners can showcase their off-screen creative hobbies and side businesses as we continue exploring tactile art as an escape from screen fatigue. Later this month, EJ Hassenfratz. will join to discuss his journey creating plushies and vinyl toys. Be sure to sign up for the new Monday Meeting newsletter to stay updated on community events and member spotlights. Visit ⁠MondayMeeting.org⁠ for this episode and other insightful conversations from our motion design community! SHOW NOTES: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Instagram⁠⁠ Luis Miranda Website Luis Miranda Instagram Maxon Red Giant Webinar…

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Learning Strategies and Creative Skill Dev with Kacey Warren | February 24, 2025 50:29

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In this episode of Monday Meeting, host EJ Brieva welcomes Dr. Kacey Warren, who shares valuable insights on learning strategies, information retention, and cognitive processing in the motion design industry. This episode includes: Understanding "far transfer" - applying knowledge across different contexts Why adults often struggle to retain information from tutorials Strategies for effective note-taking and active listening The limitations of multitasking and how it impacts creative work Breaking down complex information for better client understanding Structuring learning with the "What-Why-How" framework The importance of repetition and practice for skill development Building smart learning objectives to measure understanding Next month's theme will be celebrating the off-screen artistic endeavors of our motion design community. Host Jen Van Horn will be talking with Luis Miranda next week about his journey creating hip bags and embroidered patches, branding, and when/if a creative hobby should become a side business. Visit ⁠MondayMeeting.org⁠ for this episode and other insightful conversations from our motion design community! SHOW NOTES: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Instagram⁠⁠ The Deducers…

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Finding Your Creative Voice & Overcoming Limiting Beliefs with Donavon Brutus | February 17, 2025 1:07:53

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In this episode of Monday Meeting, host EJ Brieva sits down with award-winning animator Donavon Brutus to explore creative identity, personal growth, and navigating imposter syndrome in the motion design industry. This episode includes: Reflections on what drives artists to create, even in isolation The importance of identifying and challenging creative limiting beliefs How personal experiences like language barriers and bullying shape artistic perspective Finding balance between client work and personal artistic expression Strategies for making time for personal creative projects The value of disconnecting during mechanical tasks for mental restoration Building authentic connections in the creative community Donovan's Creative Reflection Prompts: If you were on a desert island, would you still make art? If so, what kind? What specific part of your creative process brings you the most joy? What are your limiting beliefs, and do you have examples of how they've been proven wrong? Mark your calendars for an upcoming Maxon live “Falling in Love with Red Giant” webinar event on February 26th, featuring Jen Van Horn, Chad Perkins, and Michael Szalapski, exploring innovative 2D to 2.5 workflow techniques in After Effects, using Maxon Red Giant. Join us next week as host EJ Brieva welcomes Dr. Kacey Warren for an in-depth discussion on learning strategies and creative skill development. Visit MondayMeeting.org for this episode and other insightful conversations from our motion design community! SHOW NOTES: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Patreon⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Instagram⁠⁠ Donavon Brutus Website Jen’s Maxon LIVE webinar event (Feb 26) The “Falling in Love With Red Giant” sitcom intro!…

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Creative vs Commodity: Evolving Motion Design Practices | February 10, 2025 1:00:14

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As clients choose efficiency over creativity, how can motion designers protect their craft? In this February 10, 2025 episode of Monday Meeting, host EJ Brieva leads an open discussion about the growing challenge of creative commoditization. This episode includes: Insights on how Super Bowl commercials reflect broader industry changes Understanding the shift from technical execution to strategic partnerships Practical approaches for pricing and positioning creative services Navigating the balance between creative vision and client needs Tips for maintaining authenticity while adapting to industry changes Join us next week for an interactive session with Donovan Brutus on finding your unique creative voice. Visit MondayMeeting.org for this episode and other insightful conversations from our creative community! SHOW NOTES: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Patreon⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Monday Meeting LinkedIn⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Instagram⁠⁠ Super Bowl Ads The Tin Can Podcast Freelancers Union…

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Client Chemistry And Your Brand | February 3, 2025 1:01:22

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