The Freelance Monocle Podcast

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 [email protected] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *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 [email protected] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *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 - [email protected] 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 [email protected] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *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 [email protected] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *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 [email protected] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *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 [email protected] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *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 [email protected] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *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 [email protected] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *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 [email protected] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *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 [email protected] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- *music provided by Sono Sanctus