Monday Meeting

Monday Meeting
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 careers in this exciting and dynamic field.

  1. Creative vs Commodity: Evolving Motion Design Practices | February 10, 2025

    17 HR. AGO

    Creative vs Commodity: Evolving Motion Design Practices | February 10, 2025

    As clients choose efficiency over creativity, how can motion designers protect their craft? In this February 10, 2025 episode of Monday Meeting, host EJ Brieva leads an open discussion about the growing challenge of creative commoditization. This episode includes: Insights on how Super Bowl commercials reflect broader industry changesUnderstanding the shift from technical execution to strategic partnershipsPractical approaches for pricing and positioning creative servicesNavigating the balance between creative vision and client needsTips for maintaining authenticity while adapting to industry changes Join us next week for an interactive session with Donovan Brutus on finding your unique creative voice. VisitMondayMeeting.org for this episode and other insightful conversations from our creative community! SHOW NOTES: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Instagram⁠⁠ Super Bowl AdsThe Tin Can PodcastFreelancers Union

    1 hr
  2. Client Chemistry And Your Brand | February 3, 2025

    6 DAYS AGO

    Client Chemistry And Your Brand | February 3, 2025

    How can the motion design community support each member's growth? In this February 3rd episode of Monday Meeting, hosts Kendall Hotchkiss and EJ Brieva lead an engaging open discussion exploring professional development, and creative identity in the motion design industry.  This episode includes: Tips for finding the right balance between freelance and studio work The importance of clear branding and website presentation Best practices for collaborating with other artists on larger projects Practical advice for managing client relationships and setting expectations The value of maintaining creative hobbies outside of client work Visit MondayMeeting.org for this episode and other insightful conversations from our creative community! SHOW NOTES: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Patreon⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Monday Meeting LinkedIn⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠RedCross AIGA’s Contract California Contract Lawyer, Kiffanie Stahle Landon X. Jenkins’ Portfolio

    1h 1m
  3. Fusing Motion Design, Improv, and Analytical Thinking with Evan Abrams & Kyle Hamrick | January 27, 2025

    JAN 28

    Fusing Motion Design, Improv, and Analytical Thinking with Evan Abrams & Kyle Hamrick | January 27, 2025

    How do you keep learning and growing creatively while maintaining work-life balance? In this January 27th episode of Monday Meeting, host Kendall Hotchkiss sits down with Kyle Hamrick and Evan Abrams of Motion Design Hotline to discuss creativity, teaching, and building community in the motion design world.  This episode includes: The evolution of Motion Design Hotline through 100+ episodes and their approach to answering community questions How improv training can improve creative confidence and teaching abilities The importance of understanding core principles vs. just following tutorials Tips for maintaining creativity outside of client work The value of hands-on creative pursuits away from screens We're excited to welcome two new team members: Lee Smalt as our new editor and Kons Eydelman as our new community director!  Join us next week for an open discussion - bring your questions and be ready to engage with fellow motion designers. Visit MondayMeeting.org for this episode and other insightful conversations from our motion design community! SHOW NOTES: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Patreon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Monday Meeting LinkedIn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Instagram⁠⁠ RedCross Jess Miller Draws Motion Design Hotline Evan Abrams blue sky Evan’s Jack Vaughan Podcast Kyle Hamrick Kyle’s Jack Vaughan Podcast DESIGNish Podcast w/ Kyle Hamrick

    58 min
  4. Permission to Pivot: Navigating Career Changes with Kyle Krueger | January 14, 2025

    JAN 14

    Permission to Pivot: Navigating Career Changes with Kyle Krueger | January 14, 2025

    Can changing careers make you a stronger creative? In this January 13th episode of Monday Meeting, Kendall Hotchkiss hosts an inspiring conversation featuring Kyle Krueger, Executive Producer at Yond Studio.  This episode includes: How a 15-year sales career shaped Kyle's unique approach to creative leadership Finding strength in vulnerability: Kyle's journey through sobriety and personal growth in the motion design industry How embracing community support and personal growth led to co-founding Yond Studio with Alesis Heaps and Andrew Marston When to present as a studio vs. an individual creative Practical advice for navigating major career transitions while staying true to yourself Visit MondayMeeting.org for this episode and other insightful conversations from our motion design community! Note: There will be no meeting on Monday, January 20th in observance of MLK Day. Join us on January 27th when host Kendall Hotchkiss welcomes,The Motion Design Hotline hosts, Kyle Hamrick & Evan Abrams! SHOW NOTES: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Instagram⁠ Yond Studio Yond On Podcast "Running A Motion Design Studio with Yond Studio" | Jake In Motion Red Cross Donation

    1h 10m
  5. Dynamic Livestreams: Community Through Design with Ryan Selvy | January 06, 2025

    JAN 7

    Dynamic Livestreams: Community Through Design with Ryan Selvy | January 06, 2025

    How can live streaming help build community in motion design? In this January 6th episode of Monday Meeting, focused on "New Year New Me," host Kendall Hotchkiss welcomed Ryan Selvy, freelance motion artist and live streamer, to explore how streaming platforms can foster genuine connections in our industry. This episode includes: Ryan's journey from agency life to becoming an Adobe Live contractor and independent streamer Practical tips for getting started with streaming tools like OBS and Stream Yard The importance of authentic content creation over chasing algorithmic trends Building sustainable audience engagement through consistent, meaningful content Balancing different content formats while staying true to your creative vision Visit MondayMeeting.org for this episode and other insightful conversations from our motion design community! Please join us next week Jan 13th where we'll be talking with Kyle Krueger from Yond Studio! SHOW NOTES: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Instagram Ryan Selvy The File New Show "Beauty is Embarrassing" Documentary DEX CLAY Bigin OBS Stream Labs Stream Yard The Tin Can Podcast

    1h 2m
  6. The Human Side of Motion | December 16, 2024

    12/17/2024

    The Human Side of Motion | December 16, 2024

    How did motion designers evolve and grow in 2024? In this December 16th episode of Monday Meeting, hosts EJ, Jen, and Kons wrapped up Season 8 strongly with an open discussion about the year's journey - wins to celebrate, successful strategies to try, and a call to action to show more of our humanity in the year ahead! This episode includes: Celebrating personal and professional wins - from launching companies to earning industry recognition How leveraging "soft skills" in video strategy transformed freelance opportunities Tips for maintaining work-life balance while pursuing creative growth The power of vulnerability and real human connection in the motion design community Visit MondayMeeting.org for this episode and other insightful conversations from our motion design community! Join us in January 2025 as we kick off Season 9 with a "New Year, New Me" theme, hosted by Kendall Hotchkiss! SHOW NOTES: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Gartic Phone Codenames Snowgraph Chicago Event - Arcane Motion EJ's Notion of Motion Studio Kons' Projects Jen's LinkedIn Soft Skills Explainer Grant's "Designish" Podcast Vishal's AGIF Award Kendall's Instagram (Peachtober) Kendall's Adobe LIVE Presentation Augustin's "Tin Can" Podcast

    1h 13m
  7. Touch Down in Motion Sports with Thomas Collier & Connor Henkle | Dec 9, 2024

    12/10/2024

    Touch Down in Motion Sports with Thomas Collier & Connor Henkle | Dec 9, 2024

    What drives innovation and opportunity in motion design for live sports and events? In this December 9th episode of Monday Meeting, hosts EJ and Kons talk with Thomas Collier and Connor Henkle about bringing animation to life in stadiums, managing massive technical delivery demands, and finding creative growth through complex projects. This episode includes: How technology and high-resolution displays are reshaping what's possible for stadium graphics Building efficient workflows and templates to handle large-scale content delivery The importance of balancing technical constraints with creative ambition Finding ways to grow and evolve while managing client demands Why collaboration and communication are crucial for complex live installations Visit MondayMeeting.org for this episode and other insightful conversations from our motion design community! Join us next week as EJ and Kons host an open discussion and 2024 wrap-up for the last episode of the year! SHOW NOTES: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thomas Collier Website Thomas Collier Instagram Connor Henkle Website Colosseum Company Instagram

    56 min
  8. Lights Camera Motion with Thrown Light Studio | December 2, 2024

    12/03/2024

    Lights Camera Motion with Thrown Light Studio | December 2, 2024

    How can motion designers transform physical spaces through projection and light? In this December 2nd episode of Monday Meeting, hosts EJ and Kons talk with Laura Oxendine and Brian Campbell about projection mapping, balancing creative passions with client work, and finding ways to push artistic boundaries in physical spaces. This episode includes: How experimental art projects can evolve into commercial opportunities   Ways to blend technical knowledge with creative storytelling  The value of maintaining personal creative work while running a business Building sustainable practices for large-scale installations Why collaboration matters in creating immersive experiences Visit MondayMeeting.org for this episode and other insightful conversations from our motion design community! Join us next week where we have guests Thomas Collier and Connor Henkle, and we'll be discussing animation in the world of sports.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ SHOW NOTES: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Holiday Deals Sheet Thrown Light Studio Tiki Tatsu-ya Documentation Lunar Gold Vestiges Single Artwork Vestiges music video Optoma Compact Theater Projector MadMapper Software

    1h 4m

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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 careers in this exciting and dynamic field.

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