Fabulist

The Fabulist is back!

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. 

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!

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."

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!"

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.

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.

Animation… broadcast design… motion graphics… mograph… motion design…

Looking back over the past 30 years, our field has exploded, regardless of what you call it.

In this veritable tour de force, I’m joined by futurists John LePore (formerly of Perception NYC) and Ryan Summers (IF, DK, Spillt) who argue convincingly that we are just getting started.

Hold on for the ride as we lift the veil, break down walls, and help you make sense of our rapidly evolving industry.

It’s the end of the beginning for motion design, folks.

And that’s a very, very good thing…

So put on your shades, because the future is super bright.

On the journey to building a legacy, there is a fine line between fragility and stability.

GUEST

Erin Sarofsky | Owner and Executive Creative Director at Sarofsky

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

TRANSCRIPT

Coming soon

Along one studio’s journey to the highest levels, its founder struggles with darkness… only to discover a deeper purpose. 

GUEST

Marcel Ziul | Executive Creative Director & Founder at STATE Design

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

TRANSCRIPT

Coming soon