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Lemons to Lemonade

In this article, we hear from Matt Smithson and David Stanfield of Igor and Valentine to learn a bit about…

5 years ago

The Path to Motion Hatch

In this Motionographer Guest Post, we hear from Hayley Akins, the founder of Motion Hatch, about how the site began…

6 years ago

How one company deals with the age-old problem of defining a style

Finding a style can be hard. In this Motionographer Guest post we learn a bit about State Design's style-agnostic approach.

6 years ago

Mograph goes through puberty

Grab a cup of coffee, silence your phone, and take a trip down motion design memory lane to bask in…

6 years ago

Catching up with Markus Magnusson

In this Motionographer article, we hear from Markus Magnusson on his new experience with Patreon and investing time in himself.

6 years ago

Win, Win… Win: An Outsider’s Perspective on Inclusive Benefits

In this month's Motionographer Guest Post, we are thrilled to bring you some insight from the progressively minded Magnus Hierta…

6 years ago

The Do’s and Don’ts of Freelance

Ever wonder what goes through the minds of studio owners, creative directors, and producers on the topic of freelancers? Now's…

6 years ago

Boords Animatic Tool

6 years ago

Transparency and a financial year in review with Zack Lovatt

In this Motionographer Guest Post, we're thrilled to bring you some financial insight from LA-based tool developer and technical director,…

6 years ago

The ups and downs of making a short film

In this Guest Post, we're excited to bring you an inside look at Planet Tobler and how it came to…

6 years ago

Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes

As life and our priorities constantly change, so too does our path through this ever-evolving industry. In this month's Guest…

6 years ago

Growing a business, the hard way: The expanded post

In this Motionographer Q&A Erica Gorochow chats with James Chambers of Animade and Boords about what it's like running a…

6 years ago

To Rep or Not to Rep?

Most small studios grow through partnerships with reps and production partners. But how do you know who is right for…

7 years ago

The future of The Futur

From founding a studio to creating award winning work, Chris Do has worn many hats in his career. In this…

7 years ago

Greg Sharp, Truba, and The Future

In this Q&A we chat with Greg Sharp about Truba, the new studio he founded with his wife, producer Nina…

7 years ago

Jumping into the unknown

Ash Thorp is a household name in our industry and beyond. In this Motionographer guest post, we're thrilled to bring…

7 years ago

In-house vs. independent with Alex Mapar

There are pros and cons to any situation, especially when comparing the worlds of taking in-house bookings and working directly…

7 years ago

In the hot seat with Joe Ball

Ever wonder what it would be like to be given your big break and have the opportunity to direct a…

7 years ago

Trying to find a balance

In this powerful and honest Motionographer Guest Post, the amazingly talented Laura Alejo offers some perspective on what it's like…

7 years ago

Too old for mograph?

Ever wonder where all the old people are in the motion design industry? Don't worry, you're not alone. Luckily, in…

7 years ago

What makes a good producer?

There can be many misconceptions behind what a producer does. The short answer is, they do a lot! Thankfully, in…

7 years ago

Seasons of a creative: Joel Pilger on navigating our changing industry

In the motion design industry, competition is fierce, the landscape is vast and carving out a strategy for success can…

8 years ago

Oddfellows expands with a new office, website, team and body of work

Proving they do much more than tech videos, the San Francisco-based Oddfellows have expanded to Portland and established themselves as…

8 years ago

From scrappy upstart to established business, the story of Dress Code

Part cautionary tale, part memoir, this guest post from NY-based production company Dress Code tells the informative — and entertaining…

8 years ago