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Meet the Creatives

Rob Johnston
Graphic Design
Pentagram
Photoshop
Photography
Hillary Clinton Campaign
Showgirls
American Graffiti
Beatles
Vignelli Associates
Verizon
Mastercard
Color Theory
Adobe
Creative Career
NASCAR
Covid-19
Goosebumps
Concert Production
Coldplay
Raymond Poe College

I'm Rob Johnston, a designer and photographer based in New York City. I am also the founder of Meet the Creatives - a podcast that seeks to bridge the gap between entry-level creative professionals and the industry's best. Through the podcast, live events and various social platforms, I am building a community that connects thousands of entry-level creatives from around the world. The show has fe... more

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Best of MTC: AM I A FAILURE!? 🤔

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Best of MTC: Brian Collins x Chris Do Q&A Session – Recorded at COLLINS: in Brooklyn, New York

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'How a Film Set Actually Works' with Colin Watkinson, Director of Photography on The Handmaid's Tale

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'Shooting Some of The Handmaid's Tale's Most Iconic Scenes' with Colin Watkinson, Director of Photography on The Handmaid's Tale

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Recent Guests

Sarah Rebar
An illustrator and writer based in sunny LA.
Episode: Best of MTC: Sarah Rebar, llustrator/Writer RETURNS!!!! 🤩
Ivy Ross
VP, Head of Design for All Hardware Products at Google
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Episode: 'The Importance of Maintaining Relationships' Ivy Ross, VP, Head of Design for All Hardware Products at Google
Unmesh Dinda
Founder of PiXimperfect, a resource for learning Photoshop
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Episode: Unmesh Dinda, Founder, PiXimperfect
Rich Tu
Vice President of Digital Design at MTV
MTV
Episode: TBT: The Walker Hotel Presents MTC Live with Rich Tu, Partner, Executive Creative Director, Educator
Malika Favre
Renowned designer known for her impactful use of color and shadow in art.
Episode: 'Color Theory & Shadows' with Malika Favre
Lisa Smith
Executive Creative Director
Jones Knowles Ritchie
Episode: 'The Crooked Path' with Lisa Smith, Executive Creative Director at Jones Knowles Ritchie
Josh Telles
A photographer known for his compelling storytelling through images and heartfelt Instagram captions.
Episode: Best of MTC: Josh Telles, Photographer
Paula Scher
Partner at Pentagram and renowned designer
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Episode: Best of MTC: Paula Scher, Partner at Pentagram

Host

Rob Johnston
Host of Meet the Creatives, a podcast focusing on bridging the gap between entry-level creative professionals and experienced industry leaders.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 73 ratings
  • Not Bought In

    Not my favorite.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    yay dee
    United States3 years ago
  • Easily one of the Best

    I’ve listened to this podcast for years. As an aspiring entry level creative, it’s kept me motivated while teaching me things about all aspects of the creative ad industry. Keep it goin’ Rob!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bmithell_art
    United States4 years ago
  • My favorite

    This podcast gives amazing interviews to a variety of admirable creatives. It’s genuine, funny, and inspiring. I always finish an episode feeling like I can do anything! 🤩

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S6strings
    United States5 years ago
  • Minced meat the creatives

    This podcast is all over the shop, the guests, host, timing, format. It’s called meet the creatives, so I expect to meet them, learn more about them. It should be called ‘minced meat the creatives’; it’s a mess.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SommerCohen
    Australia5 years ago
  • Relevant and valuable for creatives

    What a great resource for all creative professionals. Rob and his guests share great lessons & amazing insight for creatives paving their path.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jakub[SOP]
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the genuine and actionable advice provided for aspiring creatives.
There are comments highlighting the high-quality interviews and insights shared from industry professionals.
Many find the community aspect valuable, bringing together entry-level creatives to feel more connected and supported.
Some feedback expresses desire for more structured episodes, as certain listeners feel the conversations get too loose.

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Best of MTC: Sarah Rebar, llustrator/Writer RETURNS!!!! 🤩
Q: What's different? I know you've been in a couple of different places.
Sarah discusses her leap from a stable job to freelancing, highlighting significant changes in her life since the pandemic, including working with notable personalities and shifting her creative processes.
Best of MTC: Michael Bierut, Partner at Pentagram
Q: What kinds of skills, personalities, and characteristics are you looking for when hiring junior designers at Pentagram?
Bierut looks for genuine curiosity about the world and the work, highlighting that curiosity about various subjects makes for better designers.
Best of MTC: Michael Bierut, Partner at Pentagram
Q: What are your thoughts about using AI generated images, videos and ideas?
Bierut views AI as a useful tool for exploration and potentially freeing up creatives from mundane tasks, but acknowledges the threat it poses to jobs in the creative field.
Best of MTC: Michael Bierut, Partner at Pentagram
Q: What emerging skills should recent grads and students cultivate for now and for the future?
Bierut emphasizes the importance of engaging with subject matter, being genuinely curious, and adapting to various design tools, including animation skills.
Best of MTC: Michael Bierut, Partner at Pentagram
Q: When prepping a design portfolio, what type of formats are most desirable? Digital print, personal website, a presence on sites like Dribble or a physical portfolio?
Michael Bierut highlights that a personal website showcasing work is now the desirable standard for portfolios, rather than downloadable PDFs which can become forgotten over time.

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The content focuses on supporting and guiding entry-level creatives as they navigate the complexities of the industry. Common themes include networking, career advice, and personal growth, often illustrated through conversational interviews with experienced professionals from renowned companies such as Google, Facebook, and Disney. Unique to this podcast is its community-building approach, encouraging listeners to engage authentically within the industry rather than relying solely on traditional networking methods. This makes it a valuable resource for aspiring creatives seeking actionable insights and inspiration from those who have successfully paved their paths in the creative fields.

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1. Design Matters with Debbie Millman
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3. My Life In Design Podcast
4. By Design

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Meet the Creatives launched 8 years ago and published 600 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Meet the Creatives include:

1. Sarah Rebar
2. Ivy Ross
3. Unmesh Dinda
4. Rich Tu
5. Malika Favre
6. Lisa Smith
7. Josh Telles
8. Paula Scher

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