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Monday Meeting

Monday Meeting is a weekly virtual gathering where motion designers, animators, and visual effects artists come together to discuss industry trends, share their experiences, and learn from one another. This creative community provides a platform for networking, collaboration, and skill development. By participating in Monday Meeting, motion design professionals can stay up-to-date on the latest techniques, tools, and software while also expanding their professional networks and growing their

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You Deserve a Grant, Not Just Exposure | Oct 20, 2025

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2025/10/22

In this open discussion episode, host Lee Smalt shares insights from his experience as a Minnesota State Arts Board grant reviewer and leads conversations about funding creative projects, film festival submissions, and navigating AI's impact on independent artistic work.This episode covers:Art grant fundamentals: How state arts boards evaluate applications based on qualifications and narrative strength rather than artistic merit, with grants ranging from $2,000-$10,000 for individual artists and

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The Hidden Benefits of Daily Challenges | Oct 6, 2025

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2025/10/08

In this open discussion episode, host Kendall Hotchkiss leads a conversation about participating in and organizing art and design challenges, from daily prompts like Peachtober and Inktober to collaborative projects and personal growth experiments.This episode covers:Managing time constraints in daily challenges: Set 15-minute time limits, work in grayscale only, and batch multiple prompts on weekends to maintain consistency without burning outDesign Before Motion and Food in Motion: Both Mark

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00:57:13

The One Habit that changed Austin Saylor's Community...

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2025/09/30

In this open discussion episode, host Lee Smalt and guest Austin Saylor (freelance motion designer and creator of Project 200K) explore practical strategies for networking, building community, and connecting authentically in the motion design industry.This episode covers:"Never not networking" philosophy: How networking becomes natural rather than forced when you view every interaction as an opportunity to genuinely connect, treating it like keeping your eyes open for people rather than

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00:56:37

Anchor Points of Belonging with Amy Sundin Unger |...

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2025/09/24

In this episode, host Lee Smalt interviews Amy Sundin Unger, Executive Director of Gunner School, about building accessible motion design education and fostering community connections, with Camp MoGraph recaps from Jen, EJ, Kons, and Moe.This episode covers:Camp MoGraph highlights: Creative community activities including yearbook creation, projection mapping experiences, scavenger hunts, and the return of authentic networking magic at Silver Beach YMCAAccessible education model: Gunner School's

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00:56:25

BTS of Building a Community with Alicia Allen | Sept...

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2025/09/16

In this episode, host Lee Smalt interviews Alicia Allen (formerly Alicia Reece), co-founder of Nice Moves Minnesota and head of operations at Modular, for an in-depth look at building and sustaining creative communities.This episode covers:Nice Moves origins: Casual conversations between Mike Nelson, Mike Zugshwort, and Alicia at bars and barbecues converged into an official organization, launching in 2016 with just a logo and Facebook pageInfrastructure development: Transition from informal friend

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01:00:58

Render Unto Community | Sept 01, 2025

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2025/09/02

In this open discussion episode, host Lee Smalt leads conversations about community building, professional boundaries, and the role of AI in creative work, with contributions from EJ Brieva, Kendall Hotchkiss, Moose, and Sam J.This episode covers:Authentic community building: How Camp MoGraph creates genuine connections by focusing on shared activities rather than networking transactionsProfessional boundaries: Why doing free work when clients request it devalues your services, and the importance of

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00:56:22

Stand Out or Key Out: Design Dangerously | Aug 18, 2025

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2025/08/26

In this open discussion episode, host Jen Van Horn is joined by regular contributors Kendall Hotchkiss and Lee Smalt for a wide-ranging conversation covering branding strategies, community building, and creative industry trends.This episode covers:Event marketing insights: Jen and Kendall share their experience at Denver Brunch Fest, discussing design elements that stood out across 40+ vendor booths and the importance of legibility and strong color contrast for event signageBartering for business

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00:48:17

Anonymous Stories: The Screen Share Nightmare with...

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2025/08/19

In this final episode of the anonymous stories series, host Jen Van Horn is joined by mystery co-host Luis Miranda to share more listener submissions and Reddit finds covering everything from LinkedIn hypocrisy to cash payments gone wrong.This episode covers:Social media authenticity: A client who posts about work-life balance on LinkedIn while messaging across multiple platforms at all hours, highlighting the disconnect between public personas and actual behaviorToxic workplace dynamics: Stories of

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00:51:51

Anonymous Stories: The Client Whisperers with Donavon...

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2025/08/13

In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Jen Van Horn is joined by mystery co-host Donavon Brutus to share more anonymous stories from listeners, covering everything from compliance nightmares to creative misunderstandings.This episode covers:Compliance chaos: A financial company's compliance manager who refused to approve scripts until seeing the final video, leading to expensive VO retakes and rushed deadlinesMystical decision-making: A client who said bad ideas were right because the time was

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01:04:42

Anonymous Stories: The Brief Was A Lie with Sara Wade...

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2025/08/06

In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Jen Van Horn is joined by co-host Sara Wade to read and discuss anonymous stories submitted by listeners, plus some relatable tales found on Reddit.This episode covers:Equipment nightmares: Stories of dragging 27-inch iMacs back and forth to cheap clients, computer fans catching fire, and the logistics of working with your own gearCommunication chaos: Clients who only use WhatsApp voice notes at all hours, British bosses having hour-long outbursts over

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00:48:04

Career Advice That Saved Our Sanity | July 28, 2025

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2025/07/29

In this episode of Monday Meeting, host EJ Brieva leads a discussion about the most valuable career advice community members have received throughout their motion design journeys.This episode covers:Networking fundamentals: Why relationship-building matters more than traditional marketing and business deals often happen in social settingsManaging creative anxiety: Dealing with perfectionism and finding activities that help you disconnect from work stressCareer movement: Balancing staying loyal to

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00:50:09

Arts, Crafts, and Touching Grass | July 21, 2025

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2025/07/23

In this episode of Monday Meeting, host EJ Brieva leads an open discussion about how motion designers recharge and find creative inspiration outside of screen time.This episode covers:Ways to recharge: From morning walks in nature to changing work environments, hear tips on how to rejuvenate without breaking the bank. The return to physical crafts: Designers are picking up bookbinding, leather work, origami, and other hands-on hobbies as a break from digital work.Creative trends and pressures: How

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01:02:26

Too Much and Not Enough | July 14, 2025

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2025/07/16

In this episode of Monday Meeting, host EJ Brieva welcomes everyone back from summer break to kick off Season 10 with an open discussion, allowing the community to reconnect and share updates from their time away.This episode includes:Entrepreneurial journeys: Community members sharing experiences building social media presence and creative businesses, with insights into beating algorithms, sustainable content creation, and planning for streaming-based community buildingProfessional rebranding:

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00:45:58

Festivals, Ferocity, and Forging New Paths with Kaho...

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2025/05/28

In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Kendall Hotchkiss speaks with Kaho Yoshida, an award-winning director and animator with a special passion for stop motion and mixed media animation, based in Vancouver and represented by Jelly.This episode includes:* Kaho's experience working with representation through Jelly, including how the relationship formed and the benefits of having agency support as a woman of color in the industry* The creation of her acclaimed personal short film

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00:53:40

The Art of Self with Danni Fisher-Shin | May 19, 2025

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2025/05/20

In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Kendall Hotchkiss chats with Danni Fisher-Shin, an art director, animator, and illustrator who recently joined Apple after years of freelancing and studio work in Los Angeles.This episode includes:* Danni's career journey from studying fashion design to discovering animation and motion graphics at Otis College* How Danni became known as "the Procreate girl" through her work with the digital art app, creating animations and teaching on Skillshare*

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01:05:43

Splitting Niches vs Staying General | May 12, 2025

Monday Meeting ·

2025/05/13

In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Kendall Hotchkiss continues our discussion about identity in the context of branding and motion design for multiple niches.This episode includes:* Whether to niche down or stay general in your creative business* Personal branding strategies for motion designers * How to communicate your value to clients unfamiliar with motion design* Building community over simply growing a following* Staying updated with industry changes without chasing every trend*

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Balance & Brand: When to Evolve | May 5, 2025

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2025/05/07

In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Kendall Hotchkiss leads an open discussion exploring the nuances of identity and branding in motion design.This episode includes:Insights on when to refresh your brand identity, explaining that small tweaks like copywriting adjustments or logo refreshes can be made without a complete rebrand when targeting a new audienceThe importance of aligning your brand with your core values and using experimentation to find what works for your audienceDiscussion about

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Give Yourself Permission to be Weird with Jason...

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2025/04/30

In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Lee Smalt welcomes creative director Jason Jacobson to discuss the art of pitching unconventional ideas and finding the courage to present concepts that push boundaries.This episode includes: Jason's 20-year journey from copywriter to creative director, and how his experience with improv comedy has shaped his approach to pitching creative concepts The value of the "chicken wing construct" - presenting ideas in escalating levels of boldness to

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00:50:38

The Anchoring Effect: Pricing Pitches That Stick |...

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2025/04/22

In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Lee Smalt leads an open discussion about pitching creative ideas, with valuable insights on pricing strategies and client relationships that help motion designers win projects.This episode includes:Practical strategies for setting price ranges rather than fixed rates, and how to effectively anchor pricing to shape client expectationsThe psychology of tiered pricing options and why clients typically gravitate toward middle packagesCreative approaches to

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00:56:12

Fragile Ideas Club: Pitching with Juan Behrens |...

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2025/04/15

In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Lee Smalt talks with Juan Behrens, an Amsterdam-based creative director with 20 years of experience in the motion design industry, about the art of pitching creative ideas effectively.This episode includes: Juan shares insights from his time at MediaMonks and BUCK, reflecting on what he learned about pitching from his hands-on experience in the pitch team at Monks, to observing how different studios cast creatives and directors strategically, much like

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