S3 E7 • How to pivot into freelance with Brandon Heredia

In this episode of Creative Bath, I sit down with my friend Carmela Ocampo—a talented designer, artist, and typeface creator. We laugh our way through a conversation about design, art, conspiracy theories, creative philosophies, and so much more!Carmela's insta: https://www.instagram.com/catmelao/Carmela's type insta: https://www.instagram.com/typemelao/Edited by Michael MeluginOriginal Music by David KatzTimestamps00:00 – Introduction00:32 – Carmela doesn't need a label 02:26 – Audacity, ego, and owning what you do 04:12 – Carmela's earliest design memory07:02 – Nostalgia and 2000s internet culture08:31 – Childhood and defining "play" 11:13 – Finding design early vs. branching out later13:31 – Navigating the industry, AI, and re-evaluating design 15:26 – Carmela's take on why we create18:16 – Knowing when creative work is done 23:17 – Disconnecting from screens and offline inspiration29:05 – Friction in systems35:02 – Cults, conspiracies, and Steph Curry40:26 – Type design is creating an identity44:16 – Expression in typography50:46 – Rapid fire questions My insta: https://www.instagram.com/alrightjaime/Creative Bath pod on Substack: https://creativebath.substack.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit creativebath.substack.com

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit creativebath.substack.com

In this episode of Creative Bath, Jaime sits down with Holly Ray, a Seattle-based brand and visual designer. Holly shares how her creative upbringing inspired her career, how she navigated burnout, and why building a supportive creative community is so important. Holly is also a part of Seattle Creative Social, a networking group aiming to bring PNW creatives together. To learn more about Holly and SCS, see the links below:Holly’s freelance website: ⁠https://www.hollyray.co/ ⁠ Holly’s LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/holly-ray⁠ Seattle Creative Social: ⁠https://www.seattlecreativesocial.com⁠ Seattle Creative Social LinkedIn Group: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14374097⁠ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit creativebath.substack.com

In this episode, Jaime sits down with artist, dancer, and graphic designer Casi G Designs. They discuss Casi's pivot into art, how Casi pays homage to jazz legends, and so much more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit creativebath.substack.com

In this episode, Jaime welcomes Brandon Heredia, a Video Editor, Content Strategist, and Social Media Manager. They have an in-depth conversation about the highs and lows of building a creative career. Brandon shares his experience pivoting from property management to becoming a freelancer, and offers advice working with clients.Follow Brandon on instagram: @Brandon.mindfulwanderBrandon’s website: https://www.brandonherediamedia.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit creativebath.substack.com

In this episode, Jaime sits down with folk band Serin, based in Leeds, UK. They speak about their bond as bandmates, what inspires their music, folk in the the UK, and so much more!Listen to Serin on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7qsvhMCO2d7LoKgcXNqTXY?si=Z8uYp75lRouvtVD9YXQzmAFollow Serin on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serinmusicleeds/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit creativebath.substack.com

In this episode, Jaime reflects on the emotional experience of returning home after several weeks of travel, and how that transition affects her creativity and mental space. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit creativebath.substack.com

In this episode, Jaime interviews Marius Conti, a Swiss professor at EPFL and ÉCAL. We dive into Marius' perspectives on design education, the Swiss design scene, and his thoughts on human creativity. Check out Marius' website: ⁠https://conti.so/⁠ Check out Creative Bath on Youtube: ⁠⁠@CreativeBathStudio⁠ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit creativebath.substack.com

In this episode of Creative Bath, Jaime shares her experiences and reflections from a seven-week trip to Switzerland for a sustainable design course at ÉCAL. Jaime talks about her cultural experiences and how the trip helped her process personal and professional challenges since the pandemic. Check out Creative Bath on Youtube: @CreativeBathStudio This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit creativebath.substack.com

In this episode, I interview my good friend Matt (although I've never called him by his first name) who started doing comedy while living abroad in Barcelona. He gives tips and insights on starting out in comedy, and we discuss how the bar for entry can vary from city to city.Follow Matt on instagram: ⁠@matty.j.comedy⁠Check out Creative Bath on Youtube: ⁠@CreativeBathStudio This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit creativebath.substack.com