School of Motion Podcast

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  • 1 hour 27 minutes
    Rediscovering the Art of Interactive Design with 2Advanced Studios

    From Flash to the future, in this episode of the School of Motion Podcast we dive deep with interactive design legends Eric and Tony of 2Advanced Studios. Check out the corresponding blog posts (with additional videos and design examples!) here: https://www.schoolofmotion.com/blog/2advanced

    11 December 2024, 4:49 pm
  • 1 hour 20 minutes
    The State of 3D with PJ Richardson: Adapting, Thriving, and Staying Inspired

    This week on the School of Motion Podcast, EJ chats with PJ Richardson, co-founder of Laundry Studio, to dig into the current state of 3D, creative burnout, and what it takes to succeed today.

    27 November 2024, 11:30 am
  • 1 hour 16 minutes
    Yukai Du on Making Art, Finding Your Style, and Out-Creating AI: 5 Lessons for Creatives

    In this episode of the School of Motion podcast, Joey chats with Yukai Du, a Chinese-born, London-based illustrator and animator, about her journey into art and animation. Yukai’s story is packed with insights for creatives aiming to carve out their own space in the industry—straight from someone who’s done exactly that.

    See the corresponding blog post here: https://www.schoolofmotion.com/blog/y...

    12 November 2024, 2:45 pm
  • 1 hour 27 minutes
    Marvel’s Futuristic Magic: Perception Founders on Designing Tomorrow

    Meet Perception—a motion design studio trusted by Hollywood and some of the world’s biggest brands to bring sci-fi dreams to life. Ever wonder who’s behind the mind-blowing tech visuals in Black Panther or the holographic wizardry in Iron Man? In this episode of the School of Motion Podcast, Joey sits down with Perception founders Danny Gonzalez and Jeremy Lasky as they spill the ‘secret sauce’ that powers their studio’s success. 

    Check out the corresponding blog post for more info: https://www.schoolofmotion.com/blog/p...

    28 October 2024, 3:11 pm
  • 1 hour 16 minutes
    How Cavalry is Changing the Game for Motion Designers

    In this week's School of Motion podcast episode, Joey speaks with Chris Hardcastle and Ian Waters, the creators of Cavalry! They discuss Cavalry's unique features, including its powerful animation capabilities, and dive into how Cavalry differentiates itself from traditional animation software like After Effects. We also look into Cavalry ability to handle high-volume projects, its potential to revolutionize motion design workflows, and get a glimpse of their vision for Cavalry's future. Check out the podcast summary and corresponding blog post here: https://www.schoolofmotion.com/blog/cavalry-animation

    2 October 2024, 1:35 pm
  • 1 hour 8 minutes
    Mastering the BUSINESS of Motion Design with Hayley Akins

    This week, Joey sits down with Hayley Akins, the founder of Motion Hatch to uncover smart strategies for building a motion design business! If you’re a motion designer or animator struggling with the business side of things—like finding clients, pricing your work, or just keeping your head above water—this episode is a MUST-LISTEN! Get the show notes on our blog: http://www.schoolofmotion.com/blog/motion-design-business-hayley-akins

    4 September 2024, 2:19 pm
  • 58 minutes 52 seconds
    Let’s Talk AI, Motion Design, and the Future of Generative Video

    Let's talk about AI, by far the most popular topic that we get asked about at School of Motion. AI feels almost ubiquitous in our space and we felt it was important for us to dive in and examine it as objectively as we can. This is why Joey recorded a whole solo podcast episode to share his thoughts on the state of AI in our industry, what the long term impact could be, whether the use of AI will ever become acceptable, and so much more.

    Check out the corresponding blog post here: https://www.schoolofmotion.com/blog/ai-motion-design

    21 August 2024, 2:00 pm
  • 1 hour 8 minutes
    Crafting Epic Stadium Graphics with Connor Henkle: A Dive into Sports Design

    In the latest School of Motion Podcast episode, Joey catches up with Connor Henkle, a motion design pro who's found his groove in sports and stadium graphics. Connor gives us a peek into his journey from dabbling in graphic design to becoming a go-to guy for electrifying visuals at sporting events. Check out the corresponding blog post (and more of Connor's work) here: https://www.schoolofmotion.com/blog/connor-henkle-sports-design

    6 August 2024, 9:16 pm
  • 1 hour 9 minutes
    Unlock the Secrets of Motion Design with Jonathan Winbush

    Join E.J. Hassenfratz and Jonathan Winbush on the School of Motion Podcast as they explore diverse toolsets, Unreal Engine, and the evolving motion design industry.

    URL: https://www.schoolofmotion.com/blog/jonathan-winbush

    24 July 2024, 11:00 am
  • 1 hour 32 minutes
    From Red Giant to Unreal Engine: Aharon Rabinowitz on the State of Mograph

    In this week's School of Motion Podcast, Joey sits down with our very own Aharon Rabinowitz, who looks back on his journey into the world of motion graphics and animation — and the potential future ahead. Check out the corresponding blog post here: https://www.schoolofmotion.com/blog/aharon-rabinowitz

    10 July 2024, 2:00 pm
  • 1 hour 9 minutes
    Beeple on NFTs, AI, and the Future of Digital Art

    We were stoked to have design trailblazer and animator Beeple join us on the SOM podcast. He shares insights on the NFT boom, how AI augments artistic work, and offers valuable advice for up-and-coming designers. Check out the corresponding blog post here: https://www.schoolofmotion.com/blog/beeple-nfts-ai

    26 June 2024, 1:41 pm
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