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A podcast exploring the stories and strategies behind real creative careers. Each episode brings together industry-leading artists, designers, videographers, creators and other creatives for honest conversations about process, growth, and navigating a creative life. Hosted by the Adobe team, we dive into the real work behind the work—creative habits, personal journeys, practical insights, and the tools that shape today’s creative world.

  1. 2d ago

    Benjamin Simon & Dirk Schuster on Building FOREAL + Work-Life Balance

    Benjamin Simon and Dirk Schuster have been friends for over twenty years and business partners since 2013, when they co-founded FOREAL, the Trier, Germany-based studio now known for its bold, hand-crafted visual style. In this episode, they open up about what it actually takes to run a studio with a childhood friend without losing either the friendship or the business, why they've held a strict 8-to-5 policy since day one, and how a shelved Doctor Pepper campaign accidentally became one of the internet's most-believed fake energy drink ads. They also get honest about where AI fits into their process as a tool and why handmade, visibly human work is still most valuable.Benjamin Simon and Dirk Schuster are Co-Founders and Creative Directors of FOREAL, an animation and motion design studio based in Trier, Germany. Benjamin brings a technical, CGI-rooted background while Dirk comes from classical illustration, and together they've shaped FOREAL's mix of illustration-driven storytelling and bold, sometimes cheeky visual style.https://www.instagram.com/weareforeal/?hl=en Robert Hranitzky is Adobe's Senior Professional Video Evangelist.https://www.instagram.com/hranimator/?hl=en(00:00:00) Introduction (00:01:16) Rapid Fire Questions (00:05:41) Founding For Real Studio (00:08:16) Business Partnership and Studio Culture (00:14:24) Tools and the Sketch-First Workflow (00:16:05) Humility and Hiring for Fit (00:21:33) From Illustration to Animation (00:24:47) The Value of Human Touch and Implementing AI in Workflows (00:34:42) Creative Intent Over Automation (00:40:28) Growing an Audience on Instagram (00:44:22) Creative Freedom and Being Bold (00:47:50) The Viral Monster Energy Video (00:50:53) Passion Projects and Team Motivation (00:52:09) Work-Life Balance: The 9-to-5 Rule (00:55:57) Fatherhood, Identity, and Sustainability (00:59:00) Closing Thoughts and Thanks

  2. Jul 9

    Sabrina Nickel über Social Media Erfolg ohne Fake-Perfektion | Adobe Live: Studio Sessions (DE Special)

    In dieser DE Special Episode von Adobe Live Studio Sessions spricht Sabrina Nickel darüber, wie sie sich von der TV-Moderatorin zur erfolgreichen Creatorin, Unternehmerin und Mitgründerin einer der spannendsten Social-Media-Agenturen Deutschlands entwickelt hat. Sie erklärt, warum echte Persönlichkeit heute wichtiger ist als perfekter Hochglanz-Content, wie sich Social Media in den letzten Jahren verändert hat und warum die ersten 1,75 Sekunden eines Reels über Erfolg oder Misserfolg entscheiden. Außerdem spricht sie über AI im kreativen Workflow, effiziente Produktionsprozesse und darüber, wie Brands heute echte Communities statt nur Reichweite aufbauen müssen. Sabrina Nickel ist Creatorin, Unternehmerin, Moderatorin und Mitgründerin von save our socials. Mit ihrer Mischung aus Social-Media-Strategie, Storytelling und Community-Fokus hilft sie Brands dabei, sichtbar und relevant zu bleiben. https://www.instagram.com/brinani/ Robert Hranitzy is Senior Professional Video Evangelist & Community Advocate at Adobe, based in Munich, Germany: https://www.instagram.com/hranimator/ https://www.youtube.com/roberthranitzky (00:00:00) Intro (00:02:18) Rapid-Fire Questions (00:05:37) Die Entstehung von Nickel Media   (00:10:36) Founding Nickel Media During Corona (00:14:33) Kunden und Partner verstehen (00:19:09) Mobile-First vs. Große Produktion (00:25:30) Authentizität vs. Werbung: Warum Fake nicht funktioniert (00:36:14) AI als kreatives Tool (00:43:48) Die ersten 1.75 Sekunden: Die richtige Hook (00:49:05) Uschi-Witze: witzige Selbstreferenz (00:51:06) Tägliches Posten und Routinen (00:56:16) Editing unterwegs und Workflows (01:04:07) Langeweile, Ideen und Zukünftige Projekte

  3. Jul 7

    Stephy Fung on What Happens to Your Skills in an AI World | Adobe Live: Studio Sessions

    In this episode digital fashion artist Stephy Fung joins Emily Bisset to unpack how she builds surreal, otherworldly garments using Substance 3D Painter and other tools. From vibe-coding her own Substance Painter tool to training generative models only on her own work, Stephy makes the case that new tools build on your skills rather than replace them. She also opens up about why she shares her mistakes with her community, and how she weaves her Chinese heritage and identity into every design. A grounded, honest conversation about staying curious in a fast-moving creative industry. Stephy Fung is a digital fashion artist, content creator, and educator based in London, working at the intersection of fashion, technology, and 3D. She's known for building imaginative digital garments and surreal worlds. With a community of 131K+ followers on Instagram, she's a passionate advocate for women in the 3D space. https://www.instagram.com/stephyfung/?hl=en Emily Bisset is Creative 3D Evangelist & Community Advocate at Adobe. https://www.instagram.com/3bisset/?hl=en (00:00:08) Introduction & Meeting Stephy Fung (00:01:34) Quickfire Questions Round (00:08:11) Discovering Digital Fashion And 3D (00:16:44) Inspiration, Role Models And Learning (00:19:47) AI-Powered Editing In Adobe Apps (00:22:11) Crafting Hooks And Engaging Content (00:24:21) Authenticity, Mistakes And Community Building (00:27:44) Creative Process From Idea To CLO (00:30:16) Learning Substance 3D Painter (00:32:01) Software Learning Curves And Animation (00:34:04) Surreal Avatars To Physical Garments (00:37:22) Honest Thoughts On Generative AI (00:42:04) Prompting Skills And Training AI On Her Style (00:45:34) Chinese Culture And Identity In Fashion (00:49:11) Current Projects And Future Predictions (00:54:57) Dreaming About Future Updates (00:58:26) Content Tips And Closing Thoughts

  4. Jun 23

    Hashmukh Kerai & Jack Charlesworth on Entering the Creative Industry

    Jack Charlesworth landed one of London's most coveted motion internships at DixonBaxi straight out of university through the Adobe Creative Apprenticeship. Hashmukh Kerai has spent 14 years freelancing as a 3D artist and motion designer, working with global brands and now giving back as an Adobe mentor. Together, they get into what nobody tells you about making it in the creative industry: the fear, the imposter syndrome, the power of in-person events, and why the way you present your work matters as much as the work itself.Hashmukh Kerai is a London-based 3D Artist and Motion Graphic Designer with over 14 years of freelance experience. Originally rooted in film and production, he followed his passion for VFX into motion graphics and has since worked with brands including Amazon, Pepsi, Adidas, Nike, TikTok, and Adobe. He's also a speaker, Adobe mentor, and passionate advocate for South Asian artists in the creative industry. https://www.instagram.com/hashmukh/ Jack Charlesworth is a multidisciplinary motion designer and Adobe Creative Apprentice, currently interning at DixonBaxi one of London's leading brand and design studios. He landed the role after connecting with the Adobe team at the D&AD New Blood Awards. His practice blends motion, brand identity, and wit, with a love for finding the idea before reaching for the tool. https://www.instagram.com/saslovesyou/ Gili Ofir is Community Engagement Specialist at Adobe, based in London: https://www.instagram.com/giliofir/ (00:00:00) Introduction (00:06:55) Workstations & Real-World Inspiration (00:11:22) What Is the Creative Apprenticeship (00:14:17) Jack's Path Into Dixon Baxi (00:19:36) Mentoring & the Freelance Crash Course (00:22:53) Putting Yourself Out There (00:25:25) Mentors Leading Commissions (00:28:49) The Program's Secret Sauce (00:31:30) Creative Community & Loneliness (00:33:02) First Days at Dixon Baxi (00:36:46) Adobe's Employer Partner Network (00:39:05) Skills University Doesn't Teach (00:42:01) Trends to Leave Behind in 2026 (00:44:09) AI as a Tool, Not the Output (00:47:17) Favourite Projects & Portfolios (00:52:35) Best & Worst Career Advice (00:57:43) Where Creativity Is Heading

  5. Jun 9

    Joe Allam & Jack Faulkner on AI Efficiency and Creative Integrity

    Joe Allam and Jack Faulkner bring two very different but deeply complementary creative perspectives to the table. From navigating the times of AI to overcoming imposter syndrome and pricing your work with confidence, this conversation goes well beyond tools and tutorials into the real psychology of building a creative career that lasts. Joe Allam is a British travel photographer and documentary filmmaker based in Osaka, Japan, with over 20 years of experience spanning photography, filmmaking, and design. Joe is known for his premium-quality cinematic style and his popular YouTube channel inspiring creatives around the world to see through a traveller's lens.https://www.instagram.com/joeallam/ Jack Faulkner is a UK-based visual artist, Photoshop specialist, and content creator with over 7 years of hands-on experience in digital art and AI-assisted design. Jack has built an audience of over 100K followers on Instagram through accessible, educational Photoshop and AI content.https://www.instagram.com/zero.msh/ Robert Hranitzky is Senior Pro Video Evangelist & Community Advocate at Adobe:https://www.instagram.com/hranimator/ (00:00:00) Intro (00:02:36) Rapid Fire Round (00:10:37) Inspirations & Recharging (00:18:33) Self-Belief, Imposter Syndrome & Pricing Your Work (00:27:19) AI, Prompting & Generative Workflows (00:41:13) Instagram, Social Media & Showing Your Work (00:44:53) Gatekeeping vs Sharing Knowledge (00:52:53) Showing the Process & Viral Moments

  6. May 26

    Keith Afadi & Teja Lisjak on Creativity beyond Trends and Algorithms

    In this episode, Keith Afadi and Teja Lisjak share their journeys from aspiring creatives to full-time filmmakers, directors, and content creators in London. They dive into the realities of building a creative career online, how to find your voice and navigating social media to balancing creativity, business, and personal life. The conversation explores storytelling, community, long-form vs short-form content, and why authenticity and playfulness matter more than chasing trends. Keith is a London-based director and content creator with a background in marketing, known for blending cinematic storytelling with emotionally-driven digital content: https://www.instagram.com/keithafadi/ Teja Lisjak is a filmmaker and content creator originally from Slovenia, now based in London, creating dynamic storytelling content around filmmaking, cinematography, and personal growth: https://www.instagram.com/tejalisjak/ Meryl Blank is Community Marketing Manager at Adobe, based in Hamburg, Germany (00:00:00) Intro (00:05:01) Slower Creativity & Digital Balance (00:10:35) Protecting Time & Saying No (00:15:39) Creative Advice & Finding Direction (00:20:01) Betting On Yourself (00:27:22) Building Community In London (00:31:12) Strategy, Branding & Long-Term Vision (00:37:36) Workshops & Creative Education (00:43:06) Learning, Teaching & Creative Growth (00:49:07) Starting Content & Growth Hacks

  7. May 13

    Siobhán (They Are Creative) on Building Surreal Worlds and the Art of Creative Prompting

    In this episode, Siobhán from They Are Creative shares how she went from being a Teacher to creating fashion content and suddenly becoming a AI content creator and why she's on a mission to bring more women into the AI space. From hybrid creative workflows and the craft of prompting to building community and championing diversity in tech, Siobhán opens up about what it really takes to create with AI at a professional level. Siobhán is the founder of They Are Creative, a studio specialising in surreal commercial AI content. With a background spanning property, teaching, and fashion content creation, she brings storytelling, editorial instinct, and deep prompt craft to her AI-driven work. Also she is building a growing community to help women go from AI curious to AI confident. https://www.instagram.com/theyarecreative/ Emily Bisset is Creative 3D Evangelist & Community Advocate at Adobe, based in UK. https://www.instagram.com/3bisset/ (00:00) — Intro & Meet Siobhan (They Are Creative) (03:08) — From Property & Teaching to Creative Career (07:45) — Early AI Days: Experimentation & Imperfect Results (11:39) — The Reality of AI Workflows (Time, Effort & Skill) (16:23) — Why AI Empowers Creators (Freedom & Accessibility) (18:44) — Creative Process: From Ideas to Client Workflows (25:55) — Longevity as a Creator: Evolving & Staying Relevant (29:40) — Staying Focused & Learning Fast in a Rapid AI World (35:02) — Women in AI: The Gap & Why It Matters (40:03) — AI for Beginners: From Curious to Confident (48:40) — Inside the Creative Process: From Idea to Execution (56:51) — Prompting Mastery & Final Creative Advice

  8. Apr 28

    Laurie Wang on Scaling Content Creation and Mastering AI

    In this episode, Laurie Wang shares how she transitioned from Google to building a business and growing a YouTube channel focused on productivity, creativity, and the future of work. She breaks down how creators can leverage AI to scale their content, simplify complex ideas, and build sustainable workflows without burning out while emphasizing how important authenticity, experimentation and understanding your audience is. Laurie Wang is a London-based creator and AI educator working with companies like Google, Microsoft, and Meta. Through her training programs and YouTube content, she helps professionals and creators understand AI, simplify complex concepts, and build future-ready skills in a rapidly evolving digital world. https://www.instagram.com/iamlauriewang/ | https://www.youtube.com/lauriexwang Emma Lextrait is Senior Community Marketing Manager at Adobe, based in Munich, Germany Meryl Blank is Community Marketing Manager at Adobe, based in Hamburg, Germany (00:00) Intro (03:38) Rapid Fire (07:02) Start into the Career (11:39) Teaching AI Simply: Education & Content Philosophy (16:10) YouTube Strategy: Packaging, Perspective & Growth (21:22) Creator Workflows, Monetization & Sustainability (28:03) Community, Vulnerability & Creative Loneliness (32:23) AI Ethics & Responsible Use (41:22) Representation, Role Models & In‑Person Community (47:45) What’s Next: Books, Hiring & the Future

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A podcast exploring the stories and strategies behind real creative careers. Each episode brings together industry-leading artists, designers, videographers, creators and other creatives for honest conversations about process, growth, and navigating a creative life. Hosted by the Adobe team, we dive into the real work behind the work—creative habits, personal journeys, practical insights, and the tools that shape today’s creative world.

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