The Freelance Monocle Podcast

Oct 17 2024 36 ep. 49 mins 37
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A lens into the freelance life of motion design. Conversations that dive deeper into the nuances of freelance, intended to educate and empower the modern day freelancer.

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035 - I Am My Best Client w/ David Urbinati

Oct 17 2024 50 mins  
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/

034 - The Entrepreneurial Bug w/ Drysen Carsten

Feb 17 2024 38 mins  
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.l

033 - Podcasting and Business Owning w/ Caroline Le

Feb 17 2024 45 mins  
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://linkt

032 - The Ultimate Recharge w/ Kyle Harter

Jan 02 2024 52 mins  
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

031 - The Bubble Pop w/ Joey Korenman

Nov 12 2023 68 mins  
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

030 - Being Resourceful w/ Nassib El Mourabet

Nov 02 2023 49 mins  
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] --------------

029 - Reflecting on 10 years of freelance w/ Taylor Cox

Jul 05 2022 43 mins  
In this episode we chat with freelance motion designer Taylor Cox about his career as a freelancer. We learn about what the last ten years of freelance has looked like for him, and what the biggest learning lessons were. He shares insights on habits that helped him be a more successful freelancer, father and husband. LINKS - Taylor's Website - Taylor's Twitter post on 10 Years of

028 - Project $200k w/ Austin Saylor

Jun 14 2022 58 mins  
In this episode we chat with freelance motion designer Austin Saylor. We learn about his experience going freelance, and he shares with us what strategies he uses to be more successful with his freelance business. We also chat about his most recent career pursuit, which was labeled "Project $200k" and he shares his learnings from it. LINKS Austin's Website Austin's Social Media

027 - The Freelance Entrepreneur w/ Jordan Bergren

May 09 2022 49 mins  
In this episode we sit down and chat with the team over at Workbench. We learn about their origin story, and what business looks like in a lesser-known market like Tampa, Florida. We hear some behind the scenes info about their great tutorials, and also chat about their experience through the pandemic. LINKS Jordan's Website Articles & Interviews Jordan's Interview on Styleframe

026 - Talking Shop at Workbench

Dec 02 2021 50 mins  
In this episode we sit down and chat with the team over at Workbench. We learn about their origin story, and what business looks like in a lesser-known market like Tampa, Florida. We hear some behind the scenes info about their great tutorials, and also chat about their experience through the pandemic. LINKS Workbench Website Workbench Patreon * Want to share your story? Rea