Motion Hatch: Helping Motion Designers Do Better Business
Summary: Motion Hatch is a bi-weekly podcast hosted by veteran motion designer Hayley Akins, discussing the business side of animation and motion design that so many creatives struggle with. Offering quality practical advice and insight for freelance, full-time or aspiring animators, illustrators and motion designers, hear from a wide range of voices within the industry, including how leading animators started out, tips on managing your business and career advice. For more info on how to take control of your motion graphics career and to join our community of amazing, talented designers, head over to http://motionhatch.com.
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Podcasts:
At Motion Hatch, we're big fans of going freelance, but it's not for everyone. As today's guest and all-around amazing human, motion designer and educator Joey Korenman explains, even if you'd like to go freelance at some point, there are some important lessons to be learned by working for an established company or studio first.
When we first get started in the world of motion graphics, we often have dreams of working on endlessly fulfilling creative projects, always working in our preferred style. Needless to say, it doesn’t take most of us long to realize that this isn’t the way the industry works. This, however, is all the more reason to continue refining and experimenting with our own style, to keep inspired, and eventually attract new clients.
As freelance motion designers, it can be easy to get sucked into our own world, working alone on projects. Andrew Embury explains however how collaboration is essential to improve your skills and grow your freelance business.
Have you ever dreamed of working on the road? Do think it is even possible to work as a motion designer or illustrator digital nomad? Our guest today is the perfect example not only that it’s possible but that it can positively influence your work as well.
Too often as freelancers the dollar signs we see behind a project lead us to rush in without asking the potential client the questions we should to minimize conflict down the road. Lilian Darmono shares what we need to be asking to ensure projects proceed smoothly.
As freelancers, we have to live with the fact that work often comes in waves. We might be really busy for stretches of the year, and then face a lean month or two. Learning to predict and work through these cycles is a big factor in creating a successful freelance career.
Getting established as a freelance motion designer, animator or illustrator can be incredibly rewarding, but is not always easy, in part because no one seems to be talking about how to run a successful creative business. Motion Hatch is a new podcast that's here to change that.
