🔸 Thinking about breaking into storyboard work? In this episode of the Storyboard Roundtable, our panel of seasoned artists share the lessons they’ve learned and the real-world experiences that shaped their careers. Whether you’re just starting out or already established, you’ll walk away with practical advice and fresh strategies to strengthen your storytelling skills.
🎨 Key Takeaways:
• Persistence Pays Off: Learn how tenacity can turn knockbacks into opportunities.
• The Art of Networking: Discover effective ways to jump into the visual storytelling community and build connections that can accelerate your career.
• Shift Your Mindset: Understand the importance of being ego-less in a collaborative environment, focusing on delivering value to the production and directors you work with.
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Opening Theme: “Showdown At The Dresden” by Dresden The Flamingo
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
01:15 - Meet the Panelists
03:15 - First Gig Stories: Mark Simon
09:55 - First Gig Stories: Mark Sexton
18:10 - First Gig Stories: Jeremy Simser
26:09 - First Gig Stories: Lance Laspina
30:30 - First Gig Stories: Shane Patrick White
36:45 - Tips on Landing Your First Gig
37:45 - Importance of Networking
43:15 - The Mindset Shift Needed in Storyboarding
44:50 - Key Qualities of a Successful Storyboard Artist
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