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I Loved This ConversationAngela Entzminger - Become the PhoenixI loved this conversation with LA animation storyboard artist and writer Angela Entzminger! We talked about changing careers, staying humble while working from the bottom up, being patient while feeling like you should be farther along, planting lots of seeds in your career, Angela's journey with her faith, and much more. Angela's Instagram: @sketchysoul. Angela's Website: sketchysoul.com 2022-11-0146 min

Straight Ahead Animation Podcast53 Straight Ahead w/ Angela Entzminger: 15 Year Journey To Overnight SuccessThis week we have the incredibly wonderful Angela Entzminger, a black artist who is currently working as a Story Artist and Writer. Everyone journey into animation is different and Angela is proof. Her animated journey took 15 years before landing her first job as a Pixar Development Intern. Since then Angela has worked on Nickelodeon's Santiago of the Seas as a Storyboard Artist and for Warner Bros. Animation's My Adventures with Superman as a Writer. She is just a wealth of amazing knowledge who is still so eager to keep learning and sharing what she has learned with others. She...2022-02-151h 02

Glitch Techs Rewatch Podcast - An Animation Interview & Review ShowEp. 020: Bonus Episode - Interview With Scott Kreamer, The Voice Of Phil AltiereHey Glitch Techs today we have a special interview - the one and only Scott Kreamer, aka the Voice of Phil Altiere, along with Co-Exec and Co-Creator Dan Milano! Scott shares how he met Eric and Dan, his voice work on Glitch Techs and his work on shows like Pinky Malinky, Fanboy and Chum Chum, and Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous, now streaming on Netflix! Social Media Scott Kreamer's not super into social media, so instead check out Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous on Netflix (spoiler alert, it's awesome!) Dan Mi...2021-06-0245 min

Glitch Techs Rewatch Podcast - An Animation Interview & Review ShowEp. 019: BITT Prime All is not what it seems with BITT, whom Miko and Five discover holds secrets regarding Hinobi Tech. Will they be able to bring their little buddy back from the brink, or is there even more than they realized going on inside his circuits? Join us for the final episode of season 2 with Co-Creator and Co-Executive Producer Eric Robles, Co-Creator and Co-Executive Producer Dan Milano, Writer Sandeep Parikh, Storyboard Artist Sarah Partington and Production Coordinator Rachel Hastings! Social Media Eric Robles Facebook eric.robles.505 Instagram @rrrrobles Twitter @LegitEricRobles D...2021-05-111h 19

Glitch Techs Rewatch Podcast - An Animation Interview & Review ShowEp. 018: I'm Mitch WilliamsA series of glitch anomalies in one location convinces Phil to call a specialist to permanently wipe the minds of the occupants. Only one tech can stop the specialist and protect the inhabitants inside - Mitch Williams! But can Mitch, together with Five and Miko, save the day in time? Join the Voice of Mitch, Luke Youngblood; Writer, Script Coordinator and the Voice of Nix, Greg Nix; and Storyboard Artist Sarah Partington as we watch "I'm Mitch Williams" to find out! And then after the rewatch Co-Creator and Co-Executive Producer Dan Milano stops by to share his thoughts on...2021-05-0400 min

Glitch Techs Rewatch Podcast - An Animation Interview & Review ShowEp. 017: Settling the ScoreWhen Miko’s top score is usurped by a young upstart, it means war! But what happens when her quest to regain her title threatens all of Bailey? Joining us on today’s epic episode is Production Assistant Julia Quiceno, Storyboard Artist Ashe Jacobson, Animator Sara Verallo, the Voice of Miko Monica Ray and Co-Creator and Co-Executive Producer Dan Milano! Social Media Sara Verallo Instagram @mrdespondency Twitter @MrDespondency Twitch @mrdespondency Website https://magedon.artstation.com/ Monica Ray Instagram @monticaray ...2021-04-281h 11

Glitch Techs Rewatch Podcast - An Animation Interview & Review ShowEp. 016: The Real Glitch Techs Five crosses the line to capture a rare glitch and meets the Dabney Glitch Techs! Will he and his team be able to stop the glitches from destroying Bailley, or will his guilt from stealing a glitch cause even more mayhem? Join us as Writer Tillery Johnson, Monica Ray, the Voice of Miko, and Storyboard Revisionist Jules Bridgers share their thoughts on this amazing episode! Social Media Tillery Johnson Twitter @tilleryjohnson Website www.tilleryjohnson.com/ Monica Ray Instagram @monticaray Instagram @monticart TikTok@montiray1 2021-04-2042 min

Glitch Techs Rewatch Podcast - An Animation Interview & Review ShowEp. 015: Find the Glitch How do you turn the concept of a clip show on its head, create a cohesive plot, and get all the elements together for a fantastic episode? Find out today as we watch "Find the Glitch" with Co-Creators and Co-Executive Producers Eric Robles and Dan Milano, Current Series Executive Mollie Freilich, Series Producer Lisa Woods, Animatic Editor Rachael Russakoff and Background Painter Miché Perez! Social Media Miché Perez Instagram @miche.here Rachael Russakoff Instagram @unicornsandvomit Twitter @r_russakoff Lisa Woods LinkedIn ...2021-04-141h 35

Glitch Techs Rewatch Podcast - An Animation Interview & Review ShowEp. 014: The New Recruit Ridley is BACK! And this time, she's getting that gauntlet any which way she can! Join Co-Executive Producer and Co-Creator Eric Robles, Executive in Charge Mollie Freilich, Production Coordinator Emma Ayau and Background Painter Miche Perez as we discuss the making of episode 014 and all the behind the scenes info about creating the show! Social Media Miché Perez Instagram @miche.here Emma Ayau Instagram @emmaayauart Mollie Freilich Twitter @mollfrylock Eric Robles Facebo...2021-04-0652 min

Glitch Techs Rewatch Podcast - An Animation Interview & Review ShowEp. 013: BUDS We've got the Heisman Trophy of cast and crew on today's show with Zehra Fazel, the Voice of Zahra; Luke Youngblood, the Voice of Mitch; Ricardo Hurtado, the Voice of Five; Director Phil Allora; Board Revisionist Jules Bridgers; Co-Executive Producer Dan Milano and Co-Executive Producer Eric Robles! Join us as we share behind the scenes info, laughs and our favorite scenes from the episode. Social Media Zehra Fazal Instagram @ZehraFazal Twitter @ZehraFazal Luke Youngblood Instagram @luke_youngblood Twitter @luke_youngblood Ricardo Hurt...2021-03-311h 09

Glitch Techs Rewatch Podcast - An Animation Interview & Review ShowEp. 012: Ralphie Bear Is BackFive and Miko are sent to Joystick Junior Arcade to catch a glitch and inadvertently unleash an animatronic nightmare! Will the memory of a birthday party gone wrong ruin Miko and Five's friendship, or will Five be able to uphold Ralphie Bear's good name and save the day? Find out as Animatic Editor and Voice Actor Rachael Russakoff, Background Painter Steve Eat and Top Draw Animator Julia Presbitero dive into the episode! Social Media Rachael Russakoff Instagram @unicornsandvomit Twitter @r_russakoff Steve Eat Ins...2021-03-2341 min

Glitch Techs Rewatch Podcast - An Animation Interview & Review ShowEp. 011: PingWhen the granddaddy of all pixels threatens to reek havoc on the city, only Five, Miko and Mitch can stop it! Watch along as Monica Ray, the Voice of Miko; Ricardo Hurtado, the Voice of Five; Episodic Director Phil Allora, Animatic Editor Adam Rickabus and Co-Creator Dan Milano join us on this exciting episode! Social Media Dan Milano Instagram @danmilanogtech Twitter @DanMilano Phil Allora Instagram @philip.j.allora Twitter @alloraphilip Website artofphilallora.com Ricardo Hurtado Ins...2021-03-161h 18

Glitch Techs Rewatch Podcast - An Animation Interview & Review ShowEp. 010: The Glitch Modder Season 2 Episode 1 starts off with a bang when Miko befriends Ridley, a young Glitch Modder who uses found tech to enhance Glitches - but things are not as they seem! And joining us on our rewatch podcast today are Co-Creator Dan Milano, Storyboard Artist Phil Jacobson, Storyboard Revisionist Jules Bridgers, and Animators Sara Verallo and Jhona Rica Babista! Social Media Dan Milano Instagram @danmilanogtech Twitter @DanMilano Sara Verallo Instagram @mrdespondency Twitter @MrDespondency Twitch @mrdespondency Website https://magedon.artstation.com/ 2021-03-091h 29

Glitch Techs Rewatch Podcast - An Animation Interview & Review ShowEp. 009: Karate TrainerJoining us for the final episode of season 1 are Co-Creators Eric Robles and Dan Milano; the Voice of Miko’s Mom, Stephanie Sheh; and Production Coordinators Rachel Hastings and Katie Shaughnessy! In part one of the podcast, Eric shares his experience working with his karate grand master Tak Kubota, the Voice of the Karate Master, as well as the dedicated work of the crew to bring the episode to life. Then in part two Dan, Stephanie, Rachel and Katie watch Karate Trainer to offer their commentary and we discuss the ins and outs of voice acting, improv an...2021-03-021h 27

Glitch Techs Rewatch Podcast - An Animation Interview & Review ShowEp. 008: Adventures in Pet TrainingFive and Miko learn about the responsibility and heart that goes into pet ownership in Episode 008: Adventures in Pet Training! Join Felicia Day, Consulting Producer and the voice of Emma; Phil Allora, Episodic Director; Adam Rickabus, Animatic Editor; and Julia Quiceno, Intern turned Production Assistant as we deep dive into the episode! Social Media Felicia Day Instagram @feliciaday Twitter @feliciaday Twitch @feliciaday Phil Allora Instagram @philip.j.allora Twitter @alloraphilip Website artofphilallora.com Adam Ric...2021-02-2448 min

Glitch Techs Rewatch Podcast - An Animation Interview & Review ShowEp. 007: Collection QuestBergy, Five, Miko and Nica join forces to quest for glory in episode 007: Collection Quest! Join Josh Sussman, the Voice of Bergy, Rachael Russakoff, Animatic Editor and the Voice of Nica, Stephanie Sheh, the Voice of Miko's Mom, and Katie Shaughnessy, Production Coordinator who also has a Story By credit on Collection Quest as we discuss the story creation, voices and production of the show! Social Media Josh Sussman Instagram @MrJoshSussman Twitter @JoshSussman TikTok @MrJoshSussman Stephanie Sheh Instagram @2sheh Twitter @stephaniesheh...2021-02-1741 min

Glitch Techs Rewatch Podcast - An Animation Interview & Review ShowEp. 006: Alpha LeaderFive leads his very own Glitch Techs squad when Mitch is out of commission, but will his new responsibility go to his head? Find out in Episode 006: Alpha Leader as we watch with Zehra Fazal, the Voice of Zahra, Phil Jacobson, Storyboard Artist, Marie-Eve Lacelle, Animation Rigger and Pipeline Optimizer, and Adam Ganse, Script Coordinator, Production Coordinator and EA! Social Media Zehra Fazal Instagram @ZehraFazal Twitter @ZehraFazal Phil Jacobson Instagram @jackalope.king Twitter @OffBrandLink Website www.philjacobson.us 2021-02-1047 min

Glitch Techs Rewatch Podcast - An Animation Interview & Review ShowEp. 005: Castle CrawlFive and Miko venture into a mysterious RPG in Episode 005: Castle Crawl! Join Castle Crawl writer and the voice of Haneesh, Sandeep Parikh; the voice of High Five, Ricardo Hurtado; Consultant Gabe Swarr and Production Coordinator Katie Shaughnessy as they chat about the making of the episode, the hardest games they ever beat and why you should always wait for the credits to end before shutting off the game! Social Media Sandeep Parikh Instagram @sandeepparikh Twitter @sandeepparikh Twitch effinfunny Ricardo Hurtado Instagram @ricardo 2021-02-0345 min

Glitch Techs Rewatch Podcast - An Animation Interview & Review ShowEp. 004: SmashozaursAnimation Rigger and Pipeline Optimizer Marie-Eve Lacelle and Script Coordinator, Production Coordinator and Executive Assistant Adam Ganse share the joys of working on the pre-production and production side of episode four, Smashozaurs! Social Media Marie-Eve Lacelle Instagram @Zebirdbrain Twitter @Zebirdbrain YouTube @Zebirdbrain Adam Ganse LinkedIn Check out scripts, how the show is made and more: Glitch Techs Resources The Host Angela Entzminger Instagram @sketchysoul Twitter @sketchysoul Web...2021-01-2642 min

Glitch Techs Rewatch Podcast - An Animation Interview & Review ShowEp. 003: Going, Going, Gauntlet! Supervising producer Ian Graham, voice actor Stephanie Sheh (Miko's Mom) and background painter Steve Eat share their thoughts on Miko’s journey to becoming a responsible Hinobi Tech employee in episode three Going, Going, Gauntlet! Social Media Stephanie Sheh Instagram @2sheh Twitter @stephaniesheh Steve Eat Instagram @SteveEat Twitter @SteveEatArt Twitch SteveEat Ian Graham Instagram @ibgraham45 Twitter @xXIbgrahamXx Check out scripts, how the show is made and more: Glitch Techs Resources...2021-01-1950 min

Glitch Techs Rewatch Podcast - An Animation Interview & Review ShowEp. 002: Tutorial ModeIn today's episode Production Coordinator Emma Ayau and Background Painter Steve Eat share their experiences working on episode 2, Tutorial Mode, starring High Five, Miko, Bitt and everyone's favorite show stealer, Helpie! Social Media Emma Ayau Instagram @emmaayauart Steve Eat Instagram @SteveEat Twitter @SteveEatArt Twitch SteveEat Check out scripts, how the show is made and more: Glitch Techs Resources One of the hallways painted by Steve: One of the images from t...2021-01-1238 min

Glitch Techs Rewatch Podcast - An Animation Interview & Review ShowEp. 001: Age of HinobiIn our inaugural episode, show creators Eric Robles and Dan Milano, and consultant Gabe Swarr, chat about how they created the show, the development process, and then we dive in to watch episode one, Age of Hinobi and discuss all the behind the scenes moments. Watch along with us on Netflix, or simply tune in! Social Media Eric Robles Instagram @rrrrobles Twitter @LegitEricRobles Dan Milano Instagram @danmilanogtech Twitter @DanMilano Gabe Swarr Instagram @gabeswarr Twitter @gabe_swa...2021-01-051h 18

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 100: The Q&A Spectacular!Hello dear listeners! We’re happy and misty-eyed to present the final episode of The Animated Journey Podcast, Episode 100: The Q&A Spectacular! We answer your questions including how to choose an animation school, how the animation production pipeline works, the visa process, becoming a director, the future of the industry … Continue reading 2020-03-1100 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 099: Aliki Theofilopoulos - Co-Executive Producer for DreamWorks TV's Harvey Girls Forever!Episode 099 features Co-Executive Producer Aliki Theofilopoulos! Aliki started her career as a 2D Animator for Disney Feature Animation, working on such films as Hercules and Atlantis, before jumping into the world of television and working as a Storyboard Artist on shows like Phineas and Ferb, directing and boarding her … Continue reading 2019-12-1900 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 098: Joy Adams - Recruiting Coordinator for DreamWorks AnimationEpisode 098 features recruiter extraordinaire Joy Adams! Special note: at the time of this recording Joy worked as a Recruiting Coordinator at DreamWorks Animation. She is now a Talent Acquisition Coordinator at Netflix. In this interview Joy shares her journey from growing up and working on the East Coast to moving … Continue reading 2019-12-1100 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 097: Carole Holliday - Director, Storyboard Artist & AuthorJoining us for Episode 097 is director, storyboard artist, character designer, animator and author Carole Holliday! Carole sat down with us to discuss her fantastic journey through the world of animation, having worked at such studios as Disney, DreamWorks and more. She’s also the writer and director of the live … Continue reading 2019-12-0400 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 096: Waymond Singleton - Storyboard Artist for OddBot and Nickelodeon - Part IIIn part 2 of our interview with Waymond Singleton, Way discusses his journey from New York to Los Angeles, how he approaches making comics, being vulnerable with your art, the Black N’ Animated Podcast, and more! Waymond Singleton’s Websites Website www.waysingleton.com Facebook Way Singleton Art Gumroad Let’s Eat – mini … Continue reading 2019-11-2400 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 095: Waymond Singleton - Storyboard Artist for Oddbot and Nickelodeon - Part IToday we welcome friend and fellow podcaster Waymond Singleton to the show! Way grew up in New York and South Carolina before moving out West and becoming a part of the LA animation scene as a storyboard artist. In part 1 of our interview Way shares how his love for … Continue reading 2019-11-1700 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 094: Jeff Schuetze Returns! Storyboard Artist for BoJack HorsemanWe’re back from our summer hiatus to bring you another exciting interview, this time from The Animated Journey’s own Jeff Schuetze, who this year worked as a storyboard artist on the amazing BoJack Horseman! Jeff shares his art experience leading up to applying for the job, the testing and interview … Continue reading 2019-09-2700 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 093: Bonus Episode - News, Reviews and Avengers: Endgame!We’re back to discuss animation and entertainment news and movie and TV reviews! Big stories in this bonus episode include Disney purchasing Hulu, Sonic the Hedgehog’s less than stellar design reception, the new Aladdin live action re-make, the never-ending plethora of streaming services and more! Plus we discuss what we’ve been … Continue reading 2019-05-2800 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 092: Your Animated Life Part 7 - Your Health with Lauren KriegerEveryone wants to be healthy and practice good habits, but the animation industry is rife with stories of people not sleeping, not taking care of mental and emotional health and subsisting on ramen and candy. These are habits many of us pick up in school and carry with us throughout … Continue reading 2019-05-1400 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 091: Your Animated Life Part 6 - The Visa Process with Nooree Kim and Yvonne Hsuan HoIf you’re from another country, the one constant in your mind when wanting to work in the animation industry in the United States is how you will get a visa or green card. In today’s episode of the Your Animated Life miniseries, We Bare Bears artists Nooree Kim (prop designer) … Continue reading 2019-04-2300 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 090: Your Animated Life Part 5 – The Animation Guild with Storyboard Chair Jake HollanderToday on the show we’re pleased to have Animation Guild member and Storyboard Committee Chair Jake Hollander! A storyboard artist who has worked at Rough Draft and Nickelodeon, Jake shares how he entered the industry and offers advice for students and professionals on how to improve your craft, stay motivated, … Continue reading 2019-04-0900 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 089: Your Animated Life Part 4 - Freelancing with Todd FavelaFreelancing – the mythos surrounding the word is palpable. Make your own hours! Charge your own rates! Work in your PJs! But is it the promised land that many of us think it is? In today’s episode character and prop designer and returning guest Todd Favela shares his insights into … Continue reading 2019-03-2700 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 088: Your Animated Life Part 3: Marriage, Family and the Animation Production Pipeline with Cassie Soliday and Katya BowserMany people in our society will one day get married and have kids. But what is it like getting married and raising a family while working in the animation industry? Is that even possible? The short answer is – yes! And today on the show we’re pleased to feature Cassie … Continue reading 2019-03-1200 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 087: Your Animated Life Part 2: Networking and social media with Bre Williams and Way SingletonSo you want to work in animation in Los Angeles, but you live outside of California. How do you get here? How much should you save? How do you find a place to live? And once you get here, how do you get a foothold in the industry and advertise … Continue reading 2019-02-2700 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 086: Your Animated Life Part 1: Surviving in Los Angeles and your education!Working in the field of animation is often harder than most people would have you believe. That’s why we’re here to demystify the process! In this miniseries, your intrepid podcast hosts Angela and Jeff breakdown what it’s like living in LA. We tackle the cost of living, getting a survival … Continue reading 2019-02-1300 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 085: Crystal Stromer Returns! Animation Director for Teen Titans Go! To The Movies - Part IIIn part 2 of our last animation podcast episode of 2018 animation director Crystal Stromer returns to discuss the role of a director in both television and feature film animation, working on Teen Titans Go! To The Movies, Unikitty, her personal projects, her dream project, and more! Also in this … Continue reading 2018-11-2800 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 084: Crystal Stromer Returns! Animation Director for Teen Titans Go! To The Movies - Part IAnimator Crystal Stromer returns to discuss working as an animation director for Teen Titans Go! To The Movies. Crystal discusses how she became an animation director on the film, working alongside the talented crew, some of her favorite jokes from the movie, watching the movie with test audiences, and more! … Continue reading 2018-11-1400 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 083: Jack Kasprzak - Animation Director for DreamWorks TV's Spirit Riding Free - Part IIIn part II of our interview with Jack Kasprzak, Jack shares his experiences working on DreamWorks TV’s Spirit Riding Free and the importance of great communication in order to work well on a production. We also discuss his work with the SketchZone Podcast (on iTunes, check it out!), advice he … Continue reading 2018-11-0700 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 082: Bonus Episode - News, Events and Spooky Shows!Hello everyone! It’s Halloween Eve (that’s a thing!) and there were so many news stories in the world of animation that we created a bonus episode to talk about it. We discuss Ed Catmull retiring from Pixar, the Animation Guild’s new agreements, the controversy surrounding Red Dead Redemption 2, events … Continue reading 2018-10-3100 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 081: Jack Kasprzak - Animation Director for DreamWorks TV's Spirit Riding Free - Part IJack Kasprzak is no stranger to the world of animation. After graduating from art school and working for nearly 10 years as a VFX artist for Digital Domain on such films as X-Men: Days of Future Past, 2012, TRON:Legacy, Transformers: Dark of the Moon, Ender’s Game, My Super Ex-Girlfriend, and many more, … Continue reading 2018-10-1700 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 080: The making of One Small Step with TAIKO Studios - Part IIOne Small Step tells the story of Luna, a Chinese American girl who dreams of becoming an astronaut. In part two of our interview with the masterminds behind TAIKO Studios we spoke with CG Supervisor and Rigger Joy Johnson and Head of Pipeline and Technical Animator Andrew Jennings! Join them … Continue reading 2018-10-0300 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 079: The making of One Small Step with TAIKO Studios - Part IOne Small Step tells the story of Luna, a Chinese American girl who dreams of becoming an astronaut. In part one of our interview with the masterminds behind TAIKO Studios, the company behind this amazing short, we interviewed studio Founder and CEO Shaofu Zhang, Head of Development and Co-Director Andrew … Continue reading 2018-09-2500 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 078: Alina Chau - Animator, Illustrator, Storyboard and Comic Artist - Part IIEpisode 078 features part 2 of our interview with animator, illustrator, storyboard and comic artist Alina Chau! In this interview Alina shares how her heritage and unique experiences influence her artwork, the importance of taking care of your mental and physical health, how to find a great agent, her current … Continue reading 2018-09-0500 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 077: Alina Chau - Animator, Illustrator, Storyboard and Comic Artist - Part 1Animator, illustrator, storyboard and comic artist Alina Chau shares her experiences growing up in Hong Kong, studying animation at UCLA and working in multiple aspects of the animation industry from gaming to television shows at studios ranging from Electronic Arts to Lucasfilm in today’s episode of The Animated Journey Podcast! … Continue reading 2018-08-2200 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 076: Victoria Orolfo - Artist/Illustrator for Cartoon Network, Riot Games & More!Art Center alum and all around amazing person Victoria Orolfo is today’s guest on The Animated Journey Podcast! Victoria shares how she manages her time and creates fantastic art for clients ranging from BLT Communications to Riot Games, Cartoon Network and Honda! Hear about the importance of networking, exhibiting at … Continue reading 2018-08-0700 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 075: Alex Salsberg - Animator & Creator of PokeGravy Studios - Part IIIn episode 075, part 2 of our interview with animator Alex Salsberg, Alex shares how he and several of his animation compatriots started Animatic Boston, the dos and don’ts of networking, taking care of your mental health, and what he would tell his younger self. And he shares one of … Continue reading 2018-07-1000 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 074: Alex Salsberg - Animator & Creator of PokeGravy Studios - Part IAs a kid Alex Salsberg created comics and dreamed of working in the animation industry. After attending Rochester Institute of Technology, teaching animation and freelancing for several years Alex created his own animation business, PokeGravy Studios, where he creates animated content for clients including MTV, Nickelodeon, Skype, KOA, Akamai and … Continue reading 2018-06-2700 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 073: Lila Martinez – Storyboard Artist for The Simpsons, American Dad!, and More!Episode 073 features American Dad! storyboard artist Lila Martinez! Lila grew up in Mexico City, studied graphic design, attended Vancouver Film School to study animation, and created her own animation boutique studio BEFORE moving to the states to pursue storyboarding and working for some of the longest running animated shows … Continue reading 2018-06-1300 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 072: Andrea Gerstmann - Animator, Background and Character Designer, Storyboard Artist and more!Episode 072 of The Animated Journey features animator-designer-storyboard artist-shorts creator Andrea Gerstmann! Andrea journeyed from Canada to the U.S. to pursue her career in animation. Since arriving in the states she has worked on numerous shows including Pig Goat Banana Cricket, Pinky Malinky and Apple & Onion. She also created … Continue reading 2018-05-3000 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 071: Convention Roundtable - Part IIEpisode 071 of the Animated Journey Podcast is here with part 2 of our Convention Roundtable! In this episode artists and convention exhibitors Casey Robin, Jeff Schuetze and Alina Chau share tips and tricks for getting all of your convention supplies, organizing for the convention, showcasing your work, providing a … Continue reading 2018-05-1500 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 070: Bonus Episode - News, Events and Infinity War!What’s happening in the world of animation? Well, we had so much fun talking about news, SoCal events and Disney/Marvel’s Avengers: Infinity War that we decided to turn it into an entire bonus episode. Enjoy! Southern California Animation Events Center Stage Gallery Life Drawing from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. … Continue reading 2018-05-0900 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 069: Convention Roundtable - Part 1CTNX, Comic-Con, Emerald City, MoCCA…You’ve always dreamed of exhibiting at conventions, but where do you start? How do you decide which prints, art books, buttons or pins to sell? Which conventions do you tackle first? How do you differentiate yourself from the hundreds of professionals, amateurs and everyone in-between at … Continue reading 2018-04-2500 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 068: Animation Internship Roundtable - Part IIOnce you’ve earned your animation internship, what do you do? What’s the best way to work hard and interact with your coworkers? And what happens if you get the job? Or don’t? Join us for part two of the Animation Internship Roundtable with returning Animated Journey Podcast guests James Mosley, … Continue reading 2018-04-1100 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 067: Animation Internship Roundtable - Part IHow do you get an animation internship? What should you say during an internship interview? And once you land the job, how do you show your coworkers and supervisors that you would be a great addition to the team without coming across as creepy and weird? These are the questions … Continue reading 2018-03-2800 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 066: Kris Wimberly - Storyboard Artist and Creator of The Animation Network PodcastStoryboard artist and The Animation Network Podcast creator and host Kris Wimberly joins us for episode 066! Kris dreamed of working in the animation industry and his pursuit of learning the fundamentals of art as well as networking with industry professionals enabled him to work on a plethora of … Continue reading 2018-03-1400 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 065: Erik Perez - Production Assistant for Titmouse's Little Big AwesomeEpisode 065 of The Animated Journey Podcast features Titmouse production assistant Erik Perez! Growing up Perez spent his childhood watching shows on Cartoon Network and Nickelodeon and drawing cartoons. He soon discovered that there were people behind the magic and enrolled at Cal State Fullerton, where he majored in animation. … Continue reading 2018-02-2700 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 064: Lauren Krieger – Storyboard Revisionist for Nickelodeon’s Shimmer and ShineStoryboard revisionist for Nickelodeon’s hit preschool show Shimmer and Shine Lauren Krieger is today’s fabulous guest! In episode 64 Lauren shares her experience growing up in Minnesota, researching art schools to find the best fit for her future career path, and interning on numerous shows including China, IL; The Awesomes; … Continue reading 2018-02-1300 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 063: Andi Nakasone - Disney Feature Layout Assistant - Part IIIn the final installment of our interview with Disney Feature Layout Assistant Andi Nakasone, Andi dives into the world of Disney Feature animation and working in layout. He discusses the importance of networking, treating everyone with respect whether you’re in the industry or not, and knowing your worth as a … Continue reading 2018-01-3100 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 062: Andi Nakasone - Disney Feature Layout Assistant - Part IWelcome to the first episode of 2018 featuring the amazingly talented Andi Nakasone! Andi grew up in Okinawa, Japan and moved to the states to study…archeology. But he soon discovered that storytelling was his life’s passion and began to pursue cinematography and editing at Baylor University. After interning in New … Continue reading 2018-01-1000 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 061: Nic Gregory - Background Painter for Disney Publishing, Rough Draft Studios, Cartoon Network and more!Background painter for Disney Publishing, Cartoon Network and Rough Draft Studios Nic Gregory joins us for episode 061 of The Animated Journey Podcast! In this last episode of 2017, Nic shares how his love for Fantasia and all things animation led him to venture from his native Australia to the … Continue reading 2017-12-2800 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 060: Joseph Coleman - Animator for StudioMDHR's CupheadEpisode 060 features the talented Joseph Coleman! Joseph spent his formative years skateboarding, drawing, playing video games and winning art contests in Macon, Mississippi. After attending undergrad at Memphis College of Art and grad school at Academy of Art University he worked on various freelance projects before landing a job … Continue reading 2017-12-1200 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 059: Anthony Gardea - Co-Creator of Nominous AnimationIn today’s episode independent animator Anthony Gardea shares how his love for storytelling and animation inspired him and his wife Becky Gill to create the independent production company Nominous Animation. Together with a team of animators, designers and voice artists they are now embarking on creating the animated film World Destroyer. … Continue reading 2017-11-3000 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 058: Stephen Silver - Character Designer, Instructor & Author Part 2Stephen Silver shares the rest of the story in part 2 of our interview! We discuss why it’s important to never stop learning, discovering your purpose, why failure can be good, life as a caricature artist and more. Stephen Silver’s Websites Website www.silvertoons.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/stephen.silver.9 Twitter @StephenSilver7 YouTube SilverToons Channel … Continue reading 2017-11-1600 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 057: Stephen Silver - Character Designer, Instructor & Author - Part ICharacter designer, instructor and author Stephen Silver began his career almost immediately out of high school, working at various theme parks as a caricature artist before becoming a character designer in the animation industry. His passion for learning, creating and teaching enabled him to work for studios such as Disney, … Continue reading 2017-11-1000 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 056: Nicole Ridgwell - 3D Animator for Pixar, The Third Floor, Nickelodeon and more!In today’s podcast 3D animator Nicole Ridgwell shares her experiences working as an animation intern at both Walt Disney Feature Animation and Pixar, and how those internships paved the way for her animation career at studios like Nickelodeon and The Third Floor. She also shares the importance of continuing your … Continue reading 2017-11-0300 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 055: Mia Resella - Writer in the Nickelodeon Writing ProgramMulti-faceted writer and artist Mia Resella shares her story on today’s podcast! From performing in plays in high school to attending UC Santa Barbara and UCLA to working for organizations such as Moonbot, DreamWorks and the Roald Dahl Estate to becoming a writer in the Nickelodeon Writing Program, Mia shares her … Continue reading 2017-10-1200 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 054: Ilana Schwartz - 3D Animator for Nick Digital, Music Video Director and Coffee HeroIlana Schwartz aka Javadoodles is a 3D Animator at Nickelodeon Animation Studio whose work includes promos, animation and social media art for many of Nick’s shows including The Loud House, Paw Patrol, and Bunsen Is A Beast! In today’s episode she discusses her path from interning at Little Airplane Productions to … Continue reading 2017-10-0500 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 053: Sarah Johnson - Storyboard Supervisor for Nickelodeon's Bunsen Is A BeastMichigan’s own Sarah Johnson is today’s guest on The Animated Journey Podcast! Sarah shares her experiences growing up in a small town, her love for all things animation (especially Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) and how she survived her post-college years freelancing and working hard at pursuing her dream in order … Continue reading 2017-08-1000 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 052: James Mosley - Production Assistant for Nickelodeon's Pinky MalinkyThe Nickelodeon Summer miniseries continues this week with Pinky Malinky Production Assistant James Mosley! James possesses the unique distinction of having served as a NickTern, worked as a Production Assistant on two Nick shows and has created 67 independent animated shorts. Here how growing up in Michigan watching cartoons inspired … Continue reading 2017-07-2900 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 050: Ariel Goldberg - Recruiter for Nickelodeon Animation StudioFrom actor to animator to recruiter, Ariel Goldberg’s story is a true testament to how hard work, dedication and being willing to step out and meet new and interesting people not only helps one in their career but also in life. In today’s interview Ariel discusses how his passion for … Continue reading 2017-07-1300 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 049: Crystal Stromer - 2D Animator for Nickelodeon's Bunsen Is A BeastThe Nickelodeon Summer miniseries continues with animator Crystal Stromer! Crystal’s work expands the animation universe ranging from 2D animation to puppetry. She served as an animator for several shows including Nickelodeon’s El Tigre and as an animator and animation director for Shadow Machine’s BoJack Horseman, and now works as a 2D … Continue reading 2017-07-0500 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 048: Amy Reynolds - Post Production Supervisor for Nickelodeon's Pinky Malinky and The Loud HouseThe Nickelodeon Summer miniseries continues with today’s amazing guest, Post Production Supervisor Amy Reynolds! Amy shares her story of working on a variety of animated shows such as American Dad! and The Cleveland Show, as well as Nickelodeon’s The Loud House, Pinky Malinky, and even her stint in reality television. Find … Continue reading 2017-06-2900 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 047: Jocelyn Liang - Background Painter for Nickelodeon's Pinky MalinkyWelcome to the first episode of the podcast’s new mini series, Nickelodeon Summer! All summer long The Animated Journey will feature interviews with individuals working at Nickelodeon Animation Studio in beautiful Burbank, CA. The series kicks off with uber-talented Jocelyn Liang, background painter for one of Nickelodeon’s newest upcoming shows, … Continue reading 2017-06-2200 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 046: Cassie Soliday - Script Coordinator for Wild Canary, Comic Artist and Podcast Host - Part IIIIn the conclusion with my interview with Cassie Soliday we go out with a bang by discussing her work on her creative writing podcast Jammiest Bits of Jam, writing and editing The Animation Network Podcast Newsletter and the importance of pursuing your artistic journey and making time for yourself and … Continue reading 2017-06-1400 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 045: Cassie Soliday - Script Coordinator for Wild Canary, Comic Artist and Podcast Host - Part IIIn part 2 of today’s interview Cassie Soliday discusses the ins and outs of working as a Script Coordinator for the hit Disney Junior show Puppy Dog Pals, how one gets a job as a writer in the animation industry, writing and illustrating diary comics and how The Ink and Paint Girls … Continue reading 2017-06-0600 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 044: Cassie Soliday – Script Coordinator for Wild Canary Animation, Comic Artist and Podcast Host – Part ICassie Soliday works as the Script Coordinator for Wild Canary Animation’s Puppy Dog Pals on Disney Junior, is the creator of the diary comic Life Scientist, creator and host of The Ink and Paint Girls Podcast, co-host of the Jammiest Bits of Jam Podcast, and Newsletter Editor for The Animation Network Podcast. … Continue reading 2017-05-3100 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 043: Jeff Schuetze - Actor, Animator, Storyboard and Comic ArtistActor, animator, storyboard and comic artist Jeff Schuetze knows a thing or two about working hard to perfecting your craft as an artist. His animation experience includes creating animated shorts for companies like College Humor, Rooster Teeth and Glamour, as well as creating the semi-autobiographical comic strip Jefbot. In today’s animation podcast … Continue reading 2017-05-1600 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 042: Casey Robin - Freelance Visual Development ArtistFreelance Visual Development Artist is well known for her whimsical style, beautiful pin-up girls, delightful and sometimes scary creatures, and her love of using traditional media to create her art. In today’s interview she discusses the importance of staying true to yourself and your passion, her time as an intern … Continue reading 2017-05-0200 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 041: Ed Hooks - Actor, Acting Coach & Author - Part IIIn part two of the podcast actor, acting coach and author Ed Hooks discusses the future of animation as an art form as well as his latest book, Craft Notes for Animators. In the book Ed examines the story and craft behind Walt Disney Feature’s Snow White and the Seven … Continue reading 2017-04-1800 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 040: Ed Hooks - Actor, Acting Coach & Author - Part IIn today’s episode world-renowned acting coach Ed Hooks discusses how he became a professional actor and how he became one of the most well-known acting teachers for animators. His book, Acting for Animators, is the gold standard for professionals and students alike and his new book, Craft Notes for Animators, dives deep … Continue reading 2017-04-0400 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 039: Louise Smythe – Pixar Story Artist – Part IIAnnie-nominated Pixar Story Artist Louise Smythe returns to share her experience reviewing portfolios at CTNX 2016 as well as to talk movies and storytelling. It’s a fun conclusion to our two part episode that you won’t want to miss! Louise Smythe’s Websites Website http://louise-smythe.blogspot.com/ Instagram @Miss.Louise.S Animation Events & More! WonderCon … Continue reading 2017-03-0100 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 038: Louise Smythe - Pixar Story Artist - Part IAnnie-nominated Story Artist Louise Smythe shares her story today on the podcast! Growing up in Memphis, TN Louise dreamed of becoming an illustrator. While in college she discovered the magic of animation via Disney behind-the-scenes segments on DVD, and then worked to make her dream a reality. Join us as … Continue reading 2017-02-1500 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 037: Morghan Gill - 2D Artist at Kabam and More!In today’s episode artist and animator Morghan Gill shares how her love of animation inspired her to attend Laguna College of Art Design and pursue her dreams of becoming a professional artist. She discusses what it’s like working for various studios, teaching at her alma mater, tabling at conventions and her successfully … Continue reading 2017-01-3100 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 036: Mallory Carlson - Background Designer & Children's Book IllustratorFreelance Artist Mallory Carlson’s first memory was coloring the walls of her home with a crayon, and from that first moment she knew that her destiny awaited her in the arts. In the years since Mallory has made her mark on the world as a children’s book illustrator, character designer, … Continue reading 2017-01-1800 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 035: Eivind Andvig - 3D Animator for Red Thread GamesGrowing up in Norway Eivind Andvig and his friends created super 8 films, played video games, watched movies and enjoyed being kids in the 90s. His passion for storytelling led him to studying illustration in England and eventually studying in the United States to learn how to become a 3D animator. … Continue reading 2016-12-1500 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 034: Scotland Barnes - Storyboard Artist for Disney TV Animation and Former Academy of Art University Instructor - Part IIIn part two of my interview with Scotland Barnes we discuss what it was like working at various retail jobs to make ends meet, having an all or nothing mentality, how he found his freelance jobs, teaching at the university level, working at Disney and more! Scotland Barnes’ Websites Blog: http://scotlandbarnes.blogspot.com/ … Continue reading 2016-12-0800 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 033: Scotland Barnes - Disney TV Animation Storyboard Artist and former Art Instructor at Academy of Art University - Part IScotland Barnes is one of the hardest working people in the animation industry today. In part one of our interview he talks about graduating from undergrad and grad school during economic downturns, working at various survival jobs, and finding as many courses and books inside and outside of school as he could … Continue reading 2016-11-3000 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 032: Everett Downing - Sony Pictures Animation Storyboard Artist and Creator of 'The Book of Mojo' - Part IIIn episode 032 storyboard artist and animator Everett Downing discusses how he landed his various jobs at the top studios in the industry, what it was like getting interviewed on NPR, Wired Magazine, i09 and more for 365 Supers and his current project, The Book of Mojo. And if you’re going … Continue reading 2016-11-1600 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 031: Everett Downing - Storyboard Artist for Sony Pictures Animation and Creator of 'The Book of Mojo' - Part IAnimator and Storyboard Artist Everett Downing turned his love of comics, movies and storytelling into a career at some of the most well-known studios in the animation industry including Big Idea, Blue Sky, Pixar, DreamWorks and Sony Pictures Animation. In part one of our interview he discusses how seeing Toy … Continue reading 2016-11-0900 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 030: Eliot Min – Cofounder of Indie Game CerebrawlEliot Min went from being a concept art at a video game studios like Harmonix, 38 Studios and Disney Interactive to forming a team and creating the epic 2D fighting game Cerebrawl. In today’s interview Eliot shares his journey from going to art school to being a game tester and eventually … Continue reading 2016-09-2500 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 029: Michael Yates - Story Artist for Pixar Animation StudiosIf you love storyboarding, you’ll love today’s interview with Pixar Story Artist Michael Yates! Michael worked as a Story Trainee at both Disney Feature Animation and DreamWorks Animation, as well as working as a Story Intern at Pixar, before taking a full-time job as a Story Artist on Cars 3 … Continue reading 2016-09-1400 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 028: Alex Kwan - 2D Animator and Storyboard Artist for Titmouse - Part IIIn part two of my interview with Niko and the Sword of Light Storyboard Artist Alex Kwan, we discuss how to manage your time as a freelancer, the importance of saying no to jobs, her amazing trip to Japan and her tours of various Japanese animation studios, and she … Continue reading 2016-09-0700 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 027: Alex Kwan - 2D Animator and Storyboard Artist for Titmouse - Part I2D animator and storyboard artist Alex Kwan shares how she decided to jump into the field of animation! She’s worked on a number of amazing shows including WordGirl for Soup2Nuts and Motorcity; China, IL and Niko and the Sword of Light for Titmouse. She is also a freelancing ninja and … Continue reading 2016-08-3100 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 026: Chelsea Kenna - Freelance Artist and Children's Book IllustratorFreelance artist, children’s book illustrator and kitten enthusiast Chelsea Kenna graces the podcast today with her words of wisdom on succeeding in art school, making the transition from working as a lead artist at a video game studio to working full-time as a freelance artist, negotiating contracts, creating art you love … Continue reading 2016-08-2800 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 025: Steve Ahn - Director for DreamWorks Animation TV for Voltron: Legendary DefenderVoltron. Korra. TMNT. Generator Rex. These are just some of the amazing shows that director and storyboard artist Steve Ahn counts as highlights in his illustrious 10 year career. In our interview Steve shares his experiences growing up in various regions in South Korea, emigrating to the U.S., and being accepted into CalArts. Along … Continue reading 2016-08-1700 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 024: Todd Favela - Character Designer for Puny Entertainment - Part IIIn part two of this week’s episode Todd discusses what he would tell his younger self, the art of pitching your own series to various networks, the importance of taking time off from work, how to get hired for freelance jobs (and not work for free) and even how to build … Continue reading 2016-08-1000 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 023: Todd Favela - Character Designer for Danger & Eggs - Part IThis week Todd and I enjoyed an excellent and fun conversation about his journey from student to professional at studios like Titmouse and now at Puny Entertainment where he works as a character designer on the new Amazon series Danger & Eggs. This is an exciting time for Todd — at … Continue reading 2016-08-0400 min

The Animated Journey: Interviews with Animation ProfessionalsEp. 022: Tim Larson - Lead Animator for Concept Art HouseTim is an amazing and hardworking guy who I first met as a student at Academy of Art University. He originally dreamed of being a fine artist and graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a BFA in Illustration/Graphic Design. After working as a freelance artist and graphic designer he decided to switch careers … Continue reading 2016-07-2000 min