The Fabulist

Joel Pilger
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The Fabulist Podcast

THE INSIGHTS DRIVING TODAY'S MOST DISRUPTIVE CREATIVE COMPANIES. Plenty of podcasts discuss the creative work. Here we explore what it takes to run a creative business. I'm Joel Pilger, a founder myself who ran Impossible Pictures for 20 years. Today I help studios/prodcos run a rock solid business… to unleash their most brilliant creative. On The Fabulist, we're honored to hear these stories. Huge thanks to our amazing audio production partner, Coupe Studios https://coupestudios.com Learn more about me at https://joelpilger.com © 2024 JPMP LLC

  1. Mackinations: The Dash Studio Story with Mack Garrison

    AUG 13

    Mackinations: The Dash Studio Story with Mack Garrison

    Joel Pilger dives into the intersection of creativity and commerce with Mack Garrison from Dash Studio, addressing industry challenges and trends such as post-COVID screen fatigue, the rise of influencers, and industry disruptions. The pair discuss the importance of diversification, innovation, and community building amidst an evolving landscape. Further topics include Dash Studio’s adaptive strategies, including creating templates for clients, and emphasize the need for flexibility, play, and partnership in the creative field. The conversation also highlights Dash’s initiative, DASH BASH, an inclusive animation festival fostering industry connections and knowledge sharing.

    38 min
  2. The End of the Beginning for Motion Design | Part 2 with Ryan Summers and John Lepore

    JUN 17

    The End of the Beginning for Motion Design | Part 2 with Ryan Summers and John Lepore

    Joel Pilger rejoins forces with Ryan Summers and John LePore for a fresh deep dive into the incredible potential and versatility of motion design! Oh, if you missed PART 1, see the link below. In this episode, we answer these questions: - How can motion design skills be seamlessly transferred into adjacent industries, like automotive and experiential design? - Why is it crucial to focus on solving clients' core problems instead of just executing? We're also exploring the future of motion design with thrilling innovations, from real-time CG tools to mind-blowing immersive experiences, like the NFL's Toy Story-themed broadcasts. Plus, we'll discuss the essential mindsets for success, including a thoughtful approach, clear communication, and always being ready to provide guidance and expertise. Don't miss out on this exciting exciting episode and stay tuned for....part 3, obviously!

    1h 4m

  3. JUN 4

    The Fabulist (Trailer)

    The Fabulist

    1 min

  4. MAY 30

    The End of the Beginning of Motion Design | Part 3 with Ryan Summers and John LePore

    The Fabulist is back! Join host Joel Pilger as he leads this discussion with disruptors Ryan Summers and John LePore into the evolving landscape of motion design. This episode, titled ‘The End of the Beginning of Motion Design,’ highlights the rise of AI, the widening gap between order-takers and tastemakers, and the critical role of strategic creativity. Whether you’re a studio owner or a curious creative, this episode offers insights into navigating the future of motion and how your job is not to simply ease in or out of this industry, but to stay ahead of its curve.

    30 min
  5. Beat at loyalkaspar

    06/06/2023

    Beat at loyalkaspar

    In a world inundated with brands, one visionary offers a more considered method to branding. GUEST Beat Baudenbacher | Principal, Chief Creative Officer at loyalkaspar⁠ HOST ⁠⁠Joel Pilger⁠⁠ | Global Consultant at ⁠RevThink⁠ | ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ NOMINATE A FABULIST Know a creative entrepreneur who should be on “the list”? ⁠⁠Nominate them⁠⁠. CREDITS Post-Production by ⁠Coupe Studios Music & Sound Design⁠ Engineered by Taylor Marvin, Alex Hawley Produced by Celia St. Amant, Eric Singer The Outsourceress: ⁠⁠Lidia Scarlat⁠⁠ Special Thanks to Multimedia Storytellers ⁠Arbo Radiko NOTES We asked Beat to share an image of an object dear to their company. Here's what we got: "So what popped into my head was the first MACINTOSH CLASSIC we got at my home in Switzerland, which opened the world of computer-generated visuals to me. We still have it at the office in NYC, but it doesn't work anymore."

    37 min
  6. Orion at Residence

    05/10/2023

    Orion at Residence

    Find out why Residence isn't a holding company in the traditional sense, the overall reception in the industry and what are the championing values of the companies Residence embraces. GUEST Orion Tate | Founder, Chief Creative Officer at ⁠BUCK and Residence HOST ⁠Joel Pilger⁠ | Global Consultant at RevThink | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ NOMINATE A FABULIST Know a creative entrepreneur who should be on “the list”? ⁠Nominate them⁠. CREDITS Post-Production by Coupe Studios Music & Sound Design Engineered by Taylor Marvin, Alex Hawley Produced by Celia St. Amant, Eric Singer The Outsourceress: ⁠Lidia Scarlat⁠ Special Thanks to Multimedia Storytellers Arbo Radiko NOTES  We asked Orion to share an image of an object dear to their company. Here's what we got: "I like a good metaphor, and sometimes use mycorrhizal fungi to describe residence's philosophy of non-competitive cooperative sharing.So, here's a mushroom!"

    34 min

  7. 05/06/2023

    Trailer Season 02

    At the heart of every studio, every production company, and every creative enterprise, there is a founder. A dauntless entrepreneur who carved their own path and beat the odds. My name is Joel Pilger, and I like to call this type of courageous human, a Fabulist.  On Season 01 of The Fabulist, we heard the stories that the journey is hardly ever a straight line. In Season 02, we continue the journey. HOST ⁠Joel Pilger⁠ | Global Consultant at RevThink | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ NOMINATE A FABULIST Know a creative entrepreneur who should be on “the list”? ⁠Nominate them⁠.

    2 min

  8. 02/08/2023

    Ryan & Orion at BUCK

    The world’s most celebrated motion design studio balances nonstop evolution with a relentless pursuit of its North Star. GUESTS Ryan Honey | Founder, Chief Creative Officer at BUCK Orion Tate | Founder, Chief Creative Officer at BUCK HOST Joel Pilger | Global Consultant at RevThink | Instagram | LinkedIn NOMINATE A FABULIST Know a creative entrepreneur who should be on “the list”? Nominate them. CREDITS Senior Producer: Jocelyn Arem at Arbo Radiko Sound Design: Eric Singer at Coupe Studios The Outsourceress: Lidia Scarlat NOTES We asked Ryan and Orion to share a photo of an object dear to their company. Meet Noodles, the mascot of this episode's graphic cover. Noodles is from BUCK's F5 Opening Titles project. Watch it here.

    37 min
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THE INSIGHTS DRIVING TODAY'S MOST DISRUPTIVE CREATIVE COMPANIES. Plenty of podcasts discuss the creative work. Here we explore what it takes to run a creative business. I'm Joel Pilger, a founder myself who ran Impossible Pictures for 20 years. Today I help studios/prodcos run a rock solid business… to unleash their most brilliant creative. On The Fabulist, we're honored to hear these stories. Huge thanks to our amazing audio production partner, Coupe Studios https://coupestudios.com Learn more about me at https://joelpilger.com © 2024 JPMP LLC

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  • Creator
    Joel Pilger
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Joel Pilger
  • Show Website
    The Fabulist

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