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James Whiffin is the founder and a developer at Plugin Everything. Developing plugins for Adobe After Effects such as Deep Glow, Handy Cam, Disco Text and Mono Spacer. James and his team are creating tools to enhance the workflow and experience of artists. Their software is used at Google, Youtube, WarnerBros Studios and LinkedIn. This episode discusses the products and the people at Plugin Everything. Episode Links: https://www.plugineverything.com/ (Plugin Everything - Products) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGPxIvpQ1aFYRiOWasJTHXw (Plugin Everything - Youtube)   Pro Video Podcast Online: http://www.provideopodcast.com/slack (Pro Video Podcast - Slack) http://worldpodcasts.com/pro-video-podcast/ (Pro Video Podcast - Website)

Patrick is a CG and Visual Effects Supervisor based in Auckland, New Zealand, with an extensive past working in post-production facilities globally. This discussion covers how Patrick collaborates and produces work. The conversation with host Blair Walker delves into the technical workflows and creative executions from commercials to long-form television.   Pro Pick: Appreciate the simple things, stay humble and keep learning.   Following: Artstation, Behance, Pinterest.   Inspirational Videos: https://www.ted.com/talks/jane_mcgonigal_the_game_that_can_give_you_10_extra_years_of_life/transcript?language=en (Jane McGonigal - The game that can give you 10 extra years of life) Where can we all follow you online: http://www.spektre.nz (Spektre - Website) https://vimeo.com/spektrenz (Spektre - Vimeo) http://www.instagram.com/spektrenz (Spektre - Instagram)   Who should be on the show: As many views as possible.   Pro Video Podcast Online: http://www.provideopodcast.com/slack (Pro Video Podcast - Slack) http://worl

Marco Siraky is a Director working with numerous Advertising Agencies and brands such as Visa, Sony, Samsung, Air New Zealand, Spark, Vodafone, Burger King, McDonald’s, All Blacks, Black Caps, V Energy, Mountain Dew, BMW, Mini, Mazda, Hyundai, Land Rover, Lexus. With a background in post-production, he also runs Content Boutique a creative and full production service.   http://www.marcosiraky.com/ (Marco Siraky) http://www.contentboutique.co.nz/ (Content Boutique) http://www.marcosiraky.com/#/driving-dogs/ (Driving Dogs)   Pro Video Podcast Online: http://www.provideopodcast.com/slack (Pro Video Podcast - Slack) http://worldpodcasts.com/pro-video-podcast/ (Pro Video Podcast - Website)

Node brings the best in Australasian Motion Design and Animation together to share their work, industry insights and creative inspiration with peers and more. This week is part 2 of a 2 part series. Attendees from New Zealand discuss their experiences at Node 2019. On this episode is Rich Nosworthy, Frankie Principe, Ben Buchannan and Joren van Suylekom. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pTx7CV5Y6Ko (Node Ident 2019 - Yes Daddy All Aboard) https://www.nodefest.com.au/slack/ (Nodefest - Slack) http://www.provideopodcast.com/slack (Pro Video Podcast - Slack) http://worldpodcasts.com/pro-video-podcast/ (Pro Video Podcast - Website)

Node brings the best in Australasian Motion Design and Animation together to share their work, industry insights and creative inspiration with peers and more. This week is part 1 of a 2 part series. Attendees from New Zealand discuss their experiences at Node 2019.  Pro Video Podcast Online: http://www.provideopodcast.com/slack (Pro Video Podcast - Slack) http://worldpodcasts.com/pro-video-podcast/ (Pro Video Podcast - Website)

Laura Yilmaz is a senior lecturer and freelance director for animation, design, illustration, and art direction. Having worked at studios such as Buck, Gentleman Scholar, Brand New School, Royale, and Logan. She has moved into education while remaining to freelance for top studios. This episode host Blair Walker discusses with Laura education, inspiration and diversifying the application of your craft into mediums such as gaming.   Pro Pick:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eC7xzavzEKY ("This Is Water" David Foster Wallace)   Following:  https://martinascarpelli.com/ (Martina Scarpelli) Wong Ping http://www.nathalielawhead.com/candybox/ (Nathalie Lawhead) http://onemillionmouths.blogspot.com/ (Jesse Jacobs) http://www.davidoreilly.com/ (David O'Reilly) http://feralcatden.com/ (Feral Cat Den)   Inspirational Videos:  https://alienmelon.itch.io/everything-is-going-to-be-ok ("Everything is Going to be OK" Nathalie Lawhead) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HdJk8ROpuEo ("Everything" David O'Reilly) https://vimeo.c

Jason Poley is a freelance 3D artist and motion designer based in Melbourne Australia. On this episode, Jason shares the type of work he produces, his career and also his recent presentation at Node. It was a powerful presentation that had a lot of people reaching out. Jason discusses the impact on himself and the benefits.   Episode Links: https://jasonpoley.com/ (Jason Poley - Website) https://www.instagram.com/jasonpoley/ (Jason Poley - Instagram) https://www.nodefest.com.au/slack/ (Node Slack Group) https://www.facebook.com/groups/melbournemotion/permalink/2535026413435325/ (Melbourne Motion - Facebook Group)   Pro Pick: Get away from the computer and practicing mindfulness. Like an activity such as photography.   Following: https://www.division05.com/ (Division 05 - Carey Smith) http://www.amygenser.com/ (Amy Genser Studio) http://www.panimation.tv/ (Panimation) https://www.fionalouisefineart.com/ (Fiona Lark Photographer)   Inspirational Videos: https://vimeo.com/356214543 (Fredrikstad Animation Festiva

Mariano Segedin’s role as Head of Post Production at https://www.augusto.co.nz/ (Augusto) covers a wide range of disciplines across Advertising, Film, TV, Documentaries and digital. With a background as an Editor, he discusses his role and the work that has been done at Augusto. This conversation reflects upon how studies, facilities and agencies are changing today especially when the focus is on creating great work internally.   Episode Links: https://www.augusto.co.nz/projects/jessicas-tree/ (Jessicas Tree) https://www.augusto.co.nz/projects/the-richie-mccaw-film/ (Chasing Great - The Richie McCaw Film) https://www.augusto.co.nz/projects/local-legends/ (Mitre 10 - Local Legends)   Pro Pick: When in doubt cut it out   Following: https://www.instagram.com/claudiuvoicu/?hl=en (Claudiu Voicu - Instagram)   Inspirational Videos: http://www.themill.com/ (The Mill) https://mvsm.com/ (ManvsMachine)   Where can we all follow you online: https://www.instagram.com/maridoriyo/?hl=en (Mariano Segedin - Instagram)   Who

Pro Video Pick:   Stop doubting yourself.   Following:  3D Artists https://www.instagram.com/p/Bzn3Mw7gywg/ (Luke Doyle) https://www.instagram.com/zigor/ (Zigor Samaniego) http://www.elijahakouri.com/ (Elijah Akouri) https://www.cabezapatata.com/ (Cabeza Patata) https://www.laurierowan.com/ (Laurie Rowan) http://squaresquare.tv/ (http://squaresquare.tv/) 2D Artists https://sarahbethmorgan.com/ (Sarah Beth Morgan) https://www.instagram.com/glenmiralles/?hl=en (Glen Miralles) https://lana.land/ (Lana Simanenkova) http://www.beegrandinetti.com/ (Bee Grandinetti) http://www.linnfritz.com/ (Linn Fritz) http://milliewoodcock.com/ (Millie Woodcock) https://rossplaskow.com/ (Ross Plaskow) http://www.mathijsluijten.com/reel-2018 (Mathijs Luijten) Studios https://animade.tv/ (Animade) https://buck.tv/ (Buck) https://www.giantant.ca/ (Giant Ant) https://www.gunner.work/ (Gunner) https://www.wearewednesday.com/ (Wednesday) http://www.mindbender.com/ (Mindbender) https://tendril.ca/ (Tendril) http://mightynice.com.au/ (Mi

Ben Marriott is a freelance motion designer based in Sydney, Australia. With a strong background as an illustrator and 2D animator, Ben shares the work he has been doing as a freelancer for studios such as https://buck.tv/#/ (Buck). Ben also launched a YouTube channel focussed on animation tutorials for 2D motion designers and After Effects which is discussed in depth.   Links: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjJk212xU15y_NPYKuCsKQA (Ben Marriott - YouTube channel)   Following: https://www.ruffmercy.com/ (Ruff Mercy) https://vimeo.com/allenlaseter (Allen Laseter) https://www.yukaidu.com/ (Yukai Du)   Inspirational Videos: https://vimeo.com/341335282 (AICP 2019 - Sponsors Reel)   Where can we all follow you online: https://www.instagram.com/ben_marriott_/ (Ben Marriott - Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjJk212xU15y_NPYKuCsKQA (Ben Marriott - YouTube channel)   Who should be on the show: http://www.mathijsluijten.com/ (Mathijs Luijten)   Pro Video Podcast Online: http://www.provideopodcast.com/slac

Hazel Baird an Emmy® Award winning design director and motion designer at Elastic. Heidi Berg is a freelance creative director and motion designer based in Los Angeles, California. They discuss a number of the projects they have worked on including their collaboration for the latest Semi-Permanent titles. This episode really focuses on the creative processes at Elastic which is renowned for being a leading full-service design studio.   Episode Links: https://elastic.tv/ (Elastic.tv) https://vimeo.com/314068906 (I Am the Night - Main Title) https://vimeo.com/316000792 (Velvet Buzzsaw - Main Title) https://vimeo.com/354304573 (Semi Permanent 2019 - Opening Titles)   Pro Video Pick: https://vimeo.com/306244347 (The Place Where)   Inspirational Videos: https://vimeo.com/15648231 (Sink or Swim) https://vimeo.com/43454027 (Lumbering Planes) https://vimeo.com/190768914 (Bonobo - Kerala)   Where can we all follow you online: http://instagram.com/ymamd (Hazel Baird - Instagram) https://www.heidiberg.net (Heidi Berg -

EJ Hassenfratz is a freelance motion graphic artist and Creative Director at eyedesyn. He has worked with numerous clients including NBA, NHL, and MLB teams, plus major networks like CBS, ESPN, and Discovery Channel. He frequently works for MAXON, representing them at trade shows, user groups, and beta testing CINEMA 4D. **Inspirational Videos: ** The Futur - 3 Ways to Reclaim your Creativity and Productivity Who do you follow online: https://www.behance.net/AARON777 (Aaron Martinez) https://www.instagram.com/renegades.of.phong/?hl=en (renegades.of.phong) Where can we all follow you online: https://www.eyedesyn.com/ (Eyedesyn) https://www.schoolofmotion.com/ (School of Motion) **Who should be on the show: ** https://www.jessherrerasaurus.com/ (Jess Herrera) Pro Video Podcast Online: http://www.provideopodcast.com/slack (Pro Video Podcast - Slack) http://worldpodcasts.com/pro-video-podcast/ (Pro Video Podcast - Website)

Lauren Watling is head of Hive, FCB’s agile content service team producing audio, visual and static content fast and cost-effectively. The conversation discusses the roles of a producer. And also, the workflows her team has implemented especially for social media content. Inspirational Videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AfLfqC2sXOE (Anything But Sorry: The 'S' Word) Who do you follow online: https://knowyourmeme.com/memes/dank-memes (Dank Memes) Where can we all follow you online: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-watling-29650755/ (Lauren Watling - LinkedIn) Who should be on the show: http://reelfactory.tv/ (Reel Factory) Pro Video Podcast Online: http://www.provideopodcast.com/slack (Pro Video Podcast - Slack) http://worldpodcasts.com/pro-video-podcast/ (Pro Video Podcast - Website)

Michael Frogley is the Motion Director at Dave Clark Design. Dave Clark Design is an independent brand and digital experience agency with studios based in New Zealand, Australia & Singapore. Michael discusses the type of work and the approaches they have for their client’s needs. Inspirational Videos: http://www.duahfrancisboafo.com/ (Duah Francis Boafo) Where can we all follow you online: https://penandtablet.co.nz/projects (Michael Frogley - Portfolio) Who should be on the show: https://twitter.com/m_alderson?lang=en (Mike Alderson) from https://mvsm.com/ (Man vs Machine) Pro Video Podcast Online: http://provideopodcast.com/slack (Pro Video Podcast - Slack) http://provideopodcast.com (Pro Video Podcast - Website)

Eve Cheesmur is a Business Director and Owner of Mint Voices. Mint Voices is a voice over talent agency. Eve, a voice artist herself shares what a professional voice artist can bring to a video project. Sound is such an important part of any film or video work and this episode discusses this in detail. Pro Pick: Gratitude Inspirational Videos: https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_listening_to_shame?language=en (Ted Talk - Listening To Shame) Where can we all follow you online: http://mintvoices.co.nz/ (Mint Voices) Who should be on the show: Peter van der Fluit and Glen Cleaver Pro Video Podcast Online: https://twitter.com/blairwalker (Blair Walker - Twitter) http://provideopodcast.com/slack (Pro Video Podcast - Slack) https://www.facebook.com/groups/provideopodcast/ (Pro Video Podcast - Facebook Group) https://twitter.com/provideopodcast (Pro Video Podcast - Twitter) http://worldpodcasts.com/pro-video-podcast/ (Pro Video Podcast - Website) https://open.spotify.com/show/6kHVr04CfekD8rWH7KcgUx?

Frankie Principe is a Senior Motion Designer at Assembly in Auckland, New Zealand. This episode explores a recent Assembly project Fantastic Beasts as well as working on collaborative projects. The balance of commercial work, personal projects and downtime are key focuses of this episode. Links to work: http://www.astronautlove.tv/ (Frankies Portfolio) https://frankieprincipe.tumblr.com/ (Frankies Tumblr) http://astronautlove.tv/project/nz-book-council-fantastic-beasts/ (Fantastic Beasts) http://astronautlove.tv/project/bottled-up-online-group-show/ (Bottled Up - Frankies Website) Bottled Up - Motionographer Assembly Following: https://nicolobianchino.com/ (Nicolo Bianchino) http://www.sekanimotiondesign.com/ (Sekani Solomon) http://Chris%20Guyot%20-%20Behance (Chris Guyot - Behance) https://chrisguyot.com/ (Chris Guyot - Website) Pro Video Podcast Online: https://twitter.com/blairwalker (Blair Walker - Twitter) http://www.provideopodcast.com/slack (Pro Video Podcast - Slack) https://www.facebo

Andy Needham is a freelance motion designer, editor, and compositor. He is also a Lynda trainer for 3D, motion, compositing, After Effects, Cinema 4D, Nuke, Illustrator, X-Particles & Octane. His clients include Google, Sony Ericsson, X Factor USA, and Coldplay.   Show Notes: Compiled by http://inkmotor.com/ (Matt Lloyd)   00.40 - Andy introduces himself 01.00 - He has been making C4D training for https://www.lynda.com/Andy-Needham/2471538-1.html (Lynda.com) since 2013 03.00 - Andy is intending to take the C4D training a step deeper for Lynda.com, in the areas of Mograph and VFX 05.00 - https://www.lynda.com/CINEMA-4D-tutorials/OctaneRender-Cinema-4D-Essential-Training/667387-2.html (OctaneRender for Cinema 4D Essential Training) on Lynda 05.30 - Discussion of the accessibility of GPU rendering, as made possible by https://home.otoy.com/render/octane-render/subscriptions/ (Otoy’s subscription model). 06.00 - Michael Rigley courses on Learnsquared: https://www.learnsquared.com/courses/dfp-workflow

David Ariew; freelance 3D motion artist discusses show reels with host Blair. David’s latest reel departs from the standard reel. We discuss work & also how personal a reel can be not only for the content, but the way it is presented.   Show Notes: Compiled by http://inkmotor.com/ (Matt Lloyd) 00.44 - https://vimeo.com/281336902 (David’s new reel) 01.58 - https://vimeo.com/280577487 (Ice Caves) music video 03.05 - Composer https://ivantorrent.bandcamp.com/ (Ivan Torrent) collaborated on the reel. David worked on https://vimeo.com/248504302 (Space Whales) with him too. 06.55 - Music and sound choices can make or break a reel, as of course can the choice of work you show. 08.30 - Discussion the editing process, and how David focuses on a particular piece for a while on the reel, without jumping around too much from project to project. 10.09 - Grouping parts of the reel by grade/colour of the footage. 16.35 - Why Blair didn’t need a reel once during the first two months of freelancing. 18.20 - Davi

Node Fest is the premiere Motion Design event for Australasia. James Cowen of Yes Captain is on the show to share what Node 2018 will bring us. Every year it gets better as it supports the community to come together and hear from outstanding talent in Australia, New Zealand and around the world. The lineup of speakers is again a wealth of knowledge and experience that crosses all disciplines with the Motion Design Industry.   Show Notes: Compiled by http://inkmotor.com/ (Matt Lloyd) 05.30 - The 2018 Node line up: Jonny Kofoed of http://www.assemblyltd.com/ (Assembly) 07.10 - How James Cowen picks his speakers, and his preference for them to talk about the process of making projects 09.00 - http://www.lisavertudaches.com/ (Lisa Vertudaches) 12.27 - http://www.eyedesyn.com/ (EJ Hassenfratz) 15.30 - https://www.maxon.net/en/ (Maxon) as Sponsor of Nodefest 16.51 - http://www.likemindedstudio.com/ (Luca Ionescu) 19.10 - http://www.nodefest.com.au/slack/ (Nodefest Slack Group) 20.12 - The above group has

Mitch Myers is a freelance Motion Designer. On this episode Mitch shares his experiences in becoming a freelancer. Host Blair Walker discusses with Mitch his business branding, being an entrepreneur and also they look at two pieces of Mitches work in detail. Lots of great topics covered in this episode including design theory, film theory, cinematography, lighting, 3D, art direction and more.   Show Notes  - by Blair Walker https://www.mitchmyers.tv/nura/ (Nura Headphones) https://www.mitchmyers.tv/shapist-hourglass-principle-mv/ (Shapist Hourglass Principle) https://www.patreon.com/thejump (The Jump) https://www.mitchmyers.tv/store/ (Light Kits & VDB Packs) Pro Video Pick:  Developing a strong positive mindset is extremely important to maintaining a successful creative and entrepreneurial lifestyle. Following: https://mysteriousuniverse.org/ (The Mysterious Universe Podcast).  It’s a perfect listen for Mitch while he’s working. Full of esoteric and interesting topics. Where do you find Inspira