Not One Right Way

Marve and Melissa welcome Associate Producer Quyen-Vi Nguyen (@thelittlebirdemperor)!

We discuss the trauma of being a first gen college student and the burnout that comes with it, what VFX and Lighting really means in video games, the amazing organization that is Gameheads, and to remember to fail fast, fail better.

Play Quyen-Vi's amazing game here! Check out all the other Gameheads games here and support/join them anytime!

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This episode contains a lot of discussion around mental health, If you or someone you know has a mental illness, is struggling emotionally, or has concerns about their mental health, there are ways to get help. Call or text 988 to connect with a trained crisis counselor. The Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.

https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help

Marve and Melissa welcome Assistant Professor of Practice (Previous Character Modeling Supervisor) Sing Khamnouane!

We discuss how Sing got his start as a Disney trainee working on Tangled (he made the satchel and the flower), tells the amazing/heartbreaking story of watching the last 2D film be made at Disney Animation, help Jorge Gutierrez make his first film a reality, and lots of wisdom on how to find your path. Get some extra credit and learn all about 3D modeling!

Connect with Sing on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sing-khamnouane-3429127/!

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Marve and Melissa welcome Chelsea Holt (@choltsea)!

We discuss Chelsea's time as a Nicktern, to how that led to her time at Warner Bros Animation, what does a Storyboard Revisionist do, and even more about assets.

Check out her work at https://chelseaholt.com/ or connect on https://www.linkedin.com/in/chelsea-holt-3b94aa116/

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Marve and Melissa welcome Paige Coblentz (@rampaigeee12), Production Manager at Netflix Animation!

We discuss the important pillars of being prepared, connections, and luck. As well as archery, Paige's time at the Rhode Island School of Design, moving to LA, and so so much more. Please listen to gain all the amazing wisdom Paige has to share!

Check out Paige's work here: https://www.paigecoblentz.com/

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Marve and Melissa welcome Jake Weinstein (@jakeinaflannel)

We discuss how to apply to cons, making your senior thesis film, having a pet raccoon, and the importance of stickers for networking!

Check out all of Jake's amazing work https://www.jakeweinstein.org/!

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Marve and Melissa welcome Jellybox COO/Production Supervisor and Writer Sean Aitchison (@sean8urson.bsky.social!)

We discuss how the famous Yaoi animation guild boyfriends came to be, how the animation industry is kind of falling apart, how Sonic is a shōnen protagonist, and more!

Check out Jellybox's amazing work at https://www.jellybox.studio/ or @Jellybox_Studio

Want to listen to more Sean? Check out his own podcasts: @sonicpod.bsky.social & @Attractioneers.bsky.social

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Marve and Melissa welcome 3D Modeler Josh Loera (@joshloera.art)! We discuss switching careers from engineering to going back to art, working on your craft, and the importance of representation in animation!

Check out Josh's work on https://www.joshloera.com/ !

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Marve and Melissa welcome Lila Schmitz (@lilaschmitz__)! The Legal and Operations Assistant for Dropout as well as a director, producer, writer, grip, and more. We discuss the need for grips so we can see in the dark, becoming a carpenter to find our path, falling in love with everyone, and staying curious!

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Check out Lila's documentary Job of Songs https://thejobofsongs.com/home

Check out Lila's work on Dropout Presents

Marve and Melissa welcome Jonathan Cheung (@accidentalprogress)! Listen to learn about his journey from San Jose State (hi Shrunken Head Men), through mobile games and Otome, to Call of Duty and as we all tear up finding meaning making art and problem solving for others. Then we talk about anime for a bit - go dubs!

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Mentioned in the episode:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jontcheung/

https://www.youtube.com/@LSSalvationSquad

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWXUH6TE9-c&list=PLQMjVRzO1X1xzg5gNER9d-x1XW4HQw7n0

Marve and Melissa welcome Valeria Guénette Espinal (@guenettita)!

We discuss how not to become a neuroscientist, greek mythology, and how to optimize your demo reel.

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