Pixel Retentive Podcast

Maurice Cherry is a skilled creative professional with over 20 years of experience across tech, design, media, publishing, and entrepreneurship. He is the Founder and Creative Director of Lunch, a multidisciplinary creative studio in Atlanta, GA. As an active podcaster since 2005, he has hosted several podcasts and works as a creative strategist and development editor.

Creatives are known for their passion and dedication to their craft. However, anyone in the industry knows how difficult it is to make your passion into a career. The marketplace is highly competitive, offering few opportunities. So, how can you carve out a lasting career as a creative?

In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, Carl Cleanthes and Ross Ciuppa interview Maurice Cherry on how to find your path as a creative in the industry.

Jacques Spitzer is the CEO of Raindrop, a creative agency combining the best elements of brand building and performance marketing. He is a 4x Emmy winner for Marketing People Love and has helped produce more than $1 billion in sales across his career. He is also a prolific investor and is a Partner at Mari + Gold.

The average consumer has grown far more aware of marketing in recent years. Older techniques aren't as effective as they once were. Forming a connection with your audience and displaying authenticity is a potent strategy for long-term success. Sounds simple, but the process can be challenging. What should you know about making marketing personable?

In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, Carl Cleanthes and Ross Ciuppa talk to Jacques Spitzer, the CEO of Raindrop, to discuss marketing to people using storytelling and passion.

Benjamin (Ben) Moffat is a Partner and CEO at Gantry, a Salt Lake City agency filled with talented designers, directors, animators, and producers. His expertise spans media production, finance, and business development. Previously, he served as the Director of Business Development at Vérité and as a Finance Broker at Citywide.

Running an agency is a dream for many creative professionals. If done correctly, you can guide a team to craft incredible projects that would be impossible to achieve otherwise. The reality is challenging, with many obstacles to overcome before creating a masterpiece becomes achievable. So, what does it mean to lead an agency successfully?

In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, Carl Cleanthes and Ross Ciuppa are joined by Benjamin Moffat, the CEO and Partner at Gantry, to discuss the concepts and strategies of running a creative agency.

Justin Alanís is an active entrepreneur and collaborator, serving as the Co-creator of StoryCo, an open platform designed to assist individuals in easily creating and publishing multimedia stories. Additionally, he is the Founder of Fedora Capital, actively investing in over 50 startups. Previously, he worked as a private equity partner before transitioning into entrepreneurship, lending his experience now to newer startups.

Entertainment and technology have always shared an intrinsic connection. Many of the most significant advancements in storytelling come from technology, creating different mediums and offering fresh ways to communicate. The breakneck pace of modern tech creates a new opportunity for entertainment to step confidently into the future.

In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, Carl Cleanthes and Lisa Larson-Kelley interview Justin Alanís, the Co-creator of StoryCo, to see what the future of storytelling holds through the power of technology.

Amanda Russell is the Co-Founder and Creative Director of Animation at Cream Studio, a boutique studio specializing in quality video for clients. She has extensive experience in advertising and marketing, including time working for television, social media, and branded content. In addition, she serves as a speaker and is an expert in motion design.

Every specialized field has its own terminology and jargon. This can become second nature to those in the know, leaving a gap between the average client and the experts. Since clear communication is critical in business, we must explain these ideas and make sure everyone can understand them. So, what steps need to be taken to bridge the gap?

In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, Carl Cleanthes and Ross Ciuppa interview Amanda Russell, Co-founder and Creative Director of Motion at Cream Studio, to discover how technical creative language can be made easier for everyone.

Tyler Mose is the CEO and Co-founder of MatchPoint Studio, a video production and video content marketing agency. He is a marketing and video expert with skills in HR consultancy and a surprising proficiency in mixology. He scaled his previous video agency to a multi-million dollar business and replicated that success at MatchPoint.

Brands are always searching for new ways to represent themselves in the marketplace. With the internet as the primary sales driver, the visual component is more crucial than ever. Video is still instrumental in the process, wielding the power to tell compelling stories for brands. So, how can this tried-and-true method be applied?

In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, Carl Cleanthes and Ross Ciuppa talk with Tyler Mose of MatchPoint Studio about the power of video for visual brand stories.

Dave Chaffey is an augmented reality expert and a Partner of Immertia.io, a startup specializing in implementing AR for customer experience and product packaging. He has an extensive career in digital marketing and entrepreneurship. He also offers his talents as a professional speaker and thought leader, with over 10 years as the Digital Expert for Channel 7's Kochie's Business Builders TV show.

Augmented Reality is an often overlooked field with incredible potential. While Virtual Reality has taken much of the spotlight, AR is both viable and currently practical. The technology has been rapidly developed and is already being effectively utilized. So, what should you know about the burgeoning tech?

In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, Carl Cleanthes sits down with Dave Chaffey of Immertia.io to discuss Augmented Reality and how to use it properly.

Fred Seibert is a renowned television and technology entrepreneur. He founded FredFilms and Frederator Studios, executive producing shows like Adventure Time, The Fairly OddParents, and Castlevania. In popular media, he was not only the initial investor and board member at Tumblr but also the Co-founder and original Creative Director of MTV.

Few entrepreneurs or creatives have the legacy of Fred Seibert. His time across television, technology, and social media has influenced multiple generations and given him a vibrant career. This wealth of experience offers valuable advice to aspiring young entrepreneurs seeking a similar path. In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, Carl Cleanthes and Ross Ciuppa interview Fred Seibert to learn about his life story and his lessons in entrepreneurship.

Andrew Batey is an entertainment entrepreneur and the CEO of Beatdapp, an audit and fraud detection software for music labels and streaming services. For over 15 years, he raised $150 million for his startups and filed over 40 technology patents. Early in his career, he helped launch multiple top 10 artists and released his song that peaked at #4 on the US Country Music Singles chart.

Money is an ever-burning topic in the creative space. Modern music presents a challenging income landscape, making royalties an essential source of revenue. However, only a small portion of that revenue finds its way to the deserving performers and songwriters. So how can this issue be addressed and remedied?

In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, Carl Cleanthes and Ross Ciuppa speak with Andrew Batey, the CEO of Beatdapp, about the world of royalties and intellectual property.

Ian Garlic is the Founder of STORYCREWS.COM and Video Case Story, both of which harness the power of video storytelling. He built his career in video marketing and consults service-based clients on how to use SEO and storytelling for customer engagement. Ian also hosts the Garlic Marketing Show podcast, blogs, and speaks at events to share his expertise.

Storytelling is the beating heart of marketing and sales. Since all products involve people, tapping into humanity is always a safe bet. More specifically, it can be the missing catalyst to strengthen the connection between you and your audience. However, storytelling is a complicated art that requires knowledge and practice to perform correctly. In this episode of the Pixel Retentive Podcast, Carl Cleanthes and Ross Ciuppa talk with Ian Garlic about the power of storytelling and how it appeals to the customer.