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S4E5 State of Studios 2025: The 7 Laws of Thriving Studios — Joel Pilger at FORUM
What’s actually happening inside creative studios right now?I work with hundreds of creative studios and production companies across 40+ countries — motion design, VFX, live action, experiential,…
S4E4 Competition as Craft: VAGRANTS & PENNANT VIDEO
We’re challenging each other—and the industry. Joel sits down with Vagrants co-founders Dustin Devlin and Winston Macdonald (Boston-based creative/production studio) and Tim Bradley, founder of…
S4E3 Protecting the Craft — Barton Damer at ALREADY BEEN CHEWED
Running a standout studio isn’t about selling hours—it’s about protecting the craft, picking the right clients, and staying scrappy (in smarter ways). Joel sits down with Barton Damer,…
S4E2 It Started As A Party — Cory Livengood & Meryn Hayes at DASH
What happens when a studio anniversary party turns into one of the motion design industry’s most loved gatherings?In this episode of The Fabulist, I talk with Cory Livengood (Creative Director &…
S4E1 The Studio Was Just the Start — MASSFX, VERSUS, REZONATE
In this episode of The Fabulist, Joel Pilger sits down with three powerhouse studio founders—Shawna Schultz (Mass FX Media & 38th and Post), Katwo Puertollano (rezonate), and Samantha Louise…
S3E5 Build What Scares You — PARADISO
What does it take to create a truly transformational experience—not just an event? In this special episode, Joel Pilger sits down with Paradiso co-founders Hector Ayuso and Marko Pfann to unpack the…
S3E4 Aaron Becker and Seth Kleinberg — FILMOGRAPH
The best title sequences don’t just introduce a film or TV show—they set the tone, create anticipation, and often become iconic in their own right. In this episode, I connect with Aaron Becker and…
S3E3 THE MILL is Gone: The End of the Beginning of Motion Design, Part 4
In this special episode of The Fabulist, Jared Yeater, a former Managing Director at The Mill, joins Ryan Summers, John LePore, and Joel Pilger to break down the shocking closure of The Mill and what…
S3E2 Sales is a Team Sport — Tony Kadillak at VERSUS
What does it really take to build lasting relationships in the creative industry? In this episode ofThe Fabulist, Joel Pilger sits down with Tony Kadillak, Executive Producer of Business Strategy…
S3E1 The Italian Way — Ilenia Notarangelo & Luca Gonnelli at ILLO & ALGO
Welcome to Season 3 of The Fabulist, the podcast for creative studios mastering the art of business. Powered by Coupe Studios, host Joel Pilger travels the world to gather insights from studio…
S1E20 Brave The Dark — Derek Dienner at MAKE/FILMS
In this episode of The Fabulist, Joel Pilger dives deep with Derek Dienner, founder of Make Films and producer of the upcoming feature film Brave the Dark. Derek shares his remarkable journey from…
S1E19 Build Your Brand To Elevate Your Company Brand — Simon Dixon at DIXON BAXI, Mitch Monson at SIBLING RIVALRY, Carson Hood at BIGSTAR
In this thought-provoking episode of the Fabulist Podcast, host Joel Pilger brings together a panel of creative industry leaders—Simon Dixon of DixonBaxi, Mitch Monson of Sibling Rivalry, and Carson…
S1E18 The Nash Stash: Creative Business Strategies — Joe Nash
In this episode, I sit down with Joe Nash to unpack the complexities of running a creative studio in today's ever-evolving market.We dive into: Why authenticity and truly caring about your clients’…
S1E17 Your Client Called, They’re Doing It Themselves — Justin Cone at BUCK
In this episode of The Fabulist, I – your host Joel Pilger – am joined by industry veteran Justin Cone at BUCK to tackle some of the biggest shifts currently shaping the motion design world.We dive…
S1E16 Originality is the Template — Dominic DiMaria
In this episode of The Fabulist, Joel Pilger talks with artist and entrepreneur Dominic DiMaria, co-founder of Das Audie. Together, they explore the art of “positioning” — how creatives can stand out…
S1E15 Producers: The Unsung Heroes of Our Industry — Rebecca Olson, Kathryn Henderson, Leyla Rosario, Jessica Ransom
In this episode of The Fabulist, we tackle one of the most misunderstood roles in the creative industry: “What does a Producer actually do?”To help answer that question, I’ve brought together an…
S1E14 The Transition to Digital Was Nothing — Michael Gilday at DEEP VIBE
In this enlightening episode of The Fabulist Podcast, host Joel Pilger sits down with Michael Gilday, founder and CEO of Deep Vibe Creative, for an in-depth discussion on the transformation and…
S1E13 Your Studio's Future is Brand-Direct — Kevin Rapp at ULTRA FRIENDS
Let's dive deep into the highs and lows of the creative life with Kevin Rapp, the seasoned creative leader and founder of Ultra Friends. In this episode, Joel Pilger invites Kevin to explore:Why…
S1E12 Mackinations — Mack Garrison at DASH
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…
S1E11 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…
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