Getting to Know Justin Cone
In this episode, Erin and Austin welcome Justin Cone, Director of Communications Strategy at BUCK, a global creative company that brings brands, stories, and experiences to life through art, design, and technology. With offices around the world, BUCK’s 600 makers, doers, and dreamers create work that is experienced by literally billions of people every day.
Justin’s experience with many different roles within the industry makes him a great listen for any motion design student or experienced designer. You’ll hear about the state of the motion design industry both in the early days and now, trends in employment and education, and new ideas and concepts on the horizon.
Discussion Points:
Justin, Erin and Austin’s early days in the industry
The state of education and employment in the industry today
The “Cream of the Crop” list
Big tech jobs
The impact of Motionographer.com on the industry
Internships/apprenticeships
BUCK business update
An LGBTQIA ‘zine project at BUCK
Remote work and its lack of network building
Writing and motion design
Producers, EPs, and their roles
Company culture
The IRL student experience
Private vs. public art schools
Obligations and responsibilities, managing time
Pros and cons within the motion design industry
Talent vs. hard work
Taco preferences, worst client notes, early mistakes, and gripes about kids these days
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