Creative Partnership: Lessons in Professional Communication

We now have transcripts for all of The Collab Collection episodes. Those can be found at thecollabcollection.libsyn.com/blog Season 2 is going to focus on various aspects of product design. People working together to make the stuff we use.  If you know someone who works in product design who you think we should feature, or if YOU are that person, reach out at [email protected]. I'd love to hear from you. 

The Collab Collection is still on a break after season 1 but we wanted to share a bonus episode. This is a conversation host Wesley Slover had on the podcast The Freelance Monocle. The Freelance Monocle is available wherever you get podcasts. thefreelancemonocle.libsyn.com

This is the last episode of Season 1. We're going to take a break but we'll back after collecting some more collaboration stories and insights! In this episode of 'The Collab Collection we hear from Josh Carro, the in-house composer at Gearbox Entertainment. Known for his work composing music for the videogames "Tiny Tina's Wonderlands" and "Borderlands 4", Josh shares insights on how his early fascination with percussion evolved into a unique approach to music composition. He discusses his transition from experimental and modular compositions to video game music, highlighting the importance of encouragement, collaboration, and continuously learning new skills. -- Josh's Website: www.joshuacarro.com Connect with us! [email protected] The Collab Collection is a project of Sanctus Audio. Find our sound design and music at sanctus.audio

In this episode, we hear from Mikee Steinberg and Andrew Hoag, the founders of XR Motion, a meetup for digital artists in Brooklyn.  They share how XR Motion started with just a few people and has grown over five years into a thriving community. They also give some practical tips for anyone looking to start their own meetup group. -- XR Motion: www.xrmotion.com Connect with us! [email protected] The Collab Collection is a project of Sanctus Audio. Find our sound design and music at sanctus.audio

This episode features Leigh Williamson, an art director, animator, and illustrator, who shares his profound encounter with burnout after a challenging project for a company presentation. Leigh's story highlights the emotional struggles faced by creatives whose identities are intertwined with their work. After experiencing severe burnout and depression, Leigh embarked on a journey of self-discovery and recovery. -- Find Leigh's work at: www.leighwilliamson.com Connect with us! [email protected] The Collab Collection is a project of Sanctus Audio. Find our sound design and music at sanctus.audio  

In this episode, we hear from Yuhei Ogawa, film trailer editor and host of the podcast Creative Kind. Yuhei discusses the cutthroat nature of the trailer editing industry and his journey from working on reality TV to editing film trailers at Trailer Park, one of the major trailer agencies. The conversation delves into Yuhei's challenges, the competitive work environment, and the importance of autonomy and communication in the creative process. -- Listen to CREATIVE. KIND. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2441215 Connect with us! [email protected] The Collab Collection is a project of Sanctus Audio. Find our sound design and music at sanctus.audio  

In this episode, we hear from Brandon Parvini, a design and technical director about his experience in the music industry.  Brandon recounts his early career, co-founding a design company named Ghost Town amid shrinking music video budgets in the early 2000s. He shares insights from working with major music acts, including a challenging project for the band Alkaline Trio and the collaborative experience of partnering with Linkin Park. Brandon underscores the importance of direct communication and managing expectations in creative projects, highlighting lessons learned from both successes and obstacles faced along the way. -- Brandon's Website: https://alchem.tv/ Connect with us! [email protected] The Collab Collection is a project of Sanctus Audio. Find our sound design and music at sanctus.audio  

In this episode, we explore the intricacies of effective communication with graphic designer Audrey Havey. Audrey shares insights from her freelance career, working with brands like Adobe, the Phoenix Suns, and Riot Games. She emphasizes the importance of 'over-communicating' to ensure clarity and alignment, discussing strategies like reiterating project goals and breaking down information using hierarchy. -- Audrey's Website: audreyhavey.com Audrey's YouTube Channel: youtube.com/channel/UCWXBeWg4SHFUXp7KfxUIFWA  Connect with us! [email protected] The Collab Collection is a project of Sanctus Audio. Find our sound design and music at sanctus.audio

In this episode we explore the intricacies of jazz improvisation and collaboration with guitarist Gregg Belisle-Chi.  Gregg speaks to the unique appeal of live jazz, the challenges and rewards of playing unpredictable music, and the importance of trust, listening, and leadership in a band. -- Follow Gregg online at: instagram.com/greggbc/ Explore Gregg's Patreon where he shares lessons in guitar, improvisation, and composition. patreon.com/greggbc Connect with us! [email protected] The Collab Collection is a project of Sanctus Audio. Find our sound design and music at sanctus.audio

In this episode of 'The Collab Collection' we speakwith Rebecca Olson and Dr. Kacey Warren who teach post producing through their company Deducers. We explore and learn from the way producers are like guides to the post production and motion graphics process. The conversation highlights how they guide projects by being empathetic, building understanding, and fostering cooperation, all while managing resources and navigating ambiguities. -- For more information about their teaching and coaching deducers.com Connect with us! [email protected] The Collab Collection is a project of Sanctus Audio. Find our sound design and music at sanctus.audio