Meet the Creatives

Rob Johnston
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Meet the Creatives

I'm Rob Johnston, a designer and photographer based in New York City. I am also the founder of Meet the Creatives - a podcast that seeks to bridge the gap between entry-level creative professionals and the industry's best. Through the podcast, live events and various social platforms, I am building a community that connects thousands of entry-level creatives from around the world. The show has featured guests from companies like Facebook, Google, Snapchat, Twitter, Disney, Nike, Huge, Sesame Street, 20th Century Fox, Pentagram and more. Learn more: www.Linktr.ee/MeettheCreativesNY

  1. APR 19

    Best of MTC: Brian Collins x Chris Do Q&A Session – Recorded at COLLINS: in Brooklyn, New York

    Best of MTC: Brian Collins x Chris Do Q&A Session – Recorded at COLLINS: in Brooklyn, New York

    1h 16m

  2. APR 15

    'Looking Back on the Early Days of The Handmaid's Tale' with Burton LeBlanc – Makeup Artist | Dept Head | Designer for The Handmaid's Tale

    'Looking Back on the Early Days of The Handmaid's Tale' with Burton LeBlanc – Makeup Artist | Dept Head | Designer for The Handmaid's Tale

    9 min

  3. APR 15

    'How a Film Set Actually Works' with Colin Watkinson, Director of Photography on The Handmaid's Tale

    'How a Film Set Actually Works' with Colin Watkinson, Director of Photography on The Handmaid's Tale

    6 min

  4. APR 15

    'Shooting Some of The Handmaid's Tale's Most Iconic Scenes' with Colin Watkinson, Director of Photography on The Handmaid's Tale

    'Shooting Some of The Handmaid's Tale's Most Iconic Scenes' with Colin Watkinson, Director of Photography on The Handmaid's Tale

    6 min

  5. APR 15

    'The Reality of Being First on Set for The Handmaid's Tale' with Burton LeBlanc – 3X Emmy | 4X Guild | MET Fashion Award Nominated Makeup Artist | Dept Head | Designer for The Handmaid's Tale

    'The Reality of Being First on Set for The Handmaid's Tale' with Burton LeBlanc – 3X Emmy | 4X Guild | MET Fashion Award Nominated Makeup Artist | Dept Head | Designer for The Handmaid's Tale

    6 min

  6. FEB 12

    🚀 MTC Season Premiere: Can ChatGPT Give Good Career Advice for Entry-Level Creatives? 🤔 | With Rob Johnston

    Hey everyone, welcome back to Meet the Creatives! I’m Rob, and after a bit of a break, we’re back in action. Today, I’m keeping it real and breaking down five pieces of career advice for entry-level creatives—straight from ChatGPT. Some of it’s solid, some of it’s questionable, and some of it makes me wonder if AI is coming for our jobs (spoiler: it’s not). Plus, I’m sharing personal stories, networking fails, and why deleting TikTok might’ve been a huge mistake. Let’s get into it! What’s in This Episode? Why networking is really just making friends (and why that’s better). The right way (and the absolute wrong way) to slide into someone’s DMs. Why hyping up others can help your career—but don’t be that person. How showing up at creative events changed my career (and can change yours too). The importance of following up without being weird or pushy. Life updates—fatherhood, getting back into the creative scene, and the TikTok saga. Key Takeaways: ✅ Connections help, but if you’re not good at your job, you’ll get exposed. ✅ Never, ever say, "Can I pick your brain?"—trust me. ✅ Support other creatives and they’ll support you back. ✅ Go to industry events, introduce yourself, and act like you belong. ✅ Follow up naturally—no pressure, no awkward sales pitches. Let’s Connect! If you found this episode helpful, let me know! I always appreciate hearing from you. Subscribe & Follow: 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts (Spotify coming soon!) 📲 Follow Meet the Creatives on Instagram & Reels for subclips. 🔥 Still locked out of TikTok, but working on it… stay tuned! 👶 P.S. The baby was sleeping, so I had to keep this one short. But we’re back, baby! 🚀 - make this better

    6 min

  7. JAN 30

    What I WISH I Did in College with Rob Johnston

    In this solo episode from 2018, Rob Johnston—then 27 years old—reflects on the lessons he wishes he had learned in college. Looking back, he shares the skills and knowledge he overlooked, from networking to creative exploration, and what he would do differently if he could go back. Whether you're in school or years out, this candid take on personal growth and lifelong learning is one you won’t want to miss.

    5 min

  8. JAN 29

    Best of MTC: Michael Bierut, Partner at Pentagram

    🎉 Meet the Creatives is BACK on 2.1.2025 with a brand-new season! To kick things off, we’re revisiting one of the most legendary episodes with Michael Bierut, Partner at Pentagram and one of the most influential designers of our time. Originally the Season 8 Premiere, this episode dives into Michael’s incredible career—from his early days at Vignelli Associates to leading major branding projects for The New York Times, Mastercard, MIT Media Lab, Saks Fifth Avenue, and even Hillary Clinton’s 2016 campaign logo. He also shares insights on his work with AIGA, teaching at Yale, and his must-read books on design. 🎧 Start the new season with this Best of MTC episode, and get ready for even more inspiring conversations ahead!

    39 min
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About

I'm Rob Johnston, a designer and photographer based in New York City. I am also the founder of Meet the Creatives - a podcast that seeks to bridge the gap between entry-level creative professionals and the industry's best. Through the podcast, live events and various social platforms, I am building a community that connects thousands of entry-level creatives from around the world. The show has featured guests from companies like Facebook, Google, Snapchat, Twitter, Disney, Nike, Huge, Sesame Street, 20th Century Fox, Pentagram and more. Learn more: www.Linktr.ee/MeettheCreativesNY

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  • Creator
    Rob Johnston
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2025
  • Episodes
    600
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Meet the Creatives

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