Not One Right Way

A podcast with 2 friends, a lot of guests, and even more questions. Have you ever wanted to know what it take to break into the entertainment industry? This podcast isn't for aspiring actors -- it's for everyone else. Hear from industry experts about how they got their start in entertainment. You'll learn what we have, that there is Not One Right Way.

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Episode 15 - Quyen-Vi Nguyen

Marve and Melissa welcome Associate Producer Quyen-Vi Nguyen (@thelittlebirdemperor on IG)!

We discuss the trauma of being a first gen college student and the burnout that comes with it, what VFX and Lighting really means in video games, the amazing organization that is Gameheads, and to remember to fail fast, fail better.

Play Quyen-Vi's amazing game here! Check out all the other Gameheads games here and support/join them anytime!

Follow us on Instagram @Not1WayPod to stay up to date on when episodes come out.

Email us at [email protected] for any questions or comments! Or if you'd like to be a guest on the show!

CW: This episode contains a lot of discussion around mental health, If you or someone you know has a mental illness, is struggling emotionally, or has concerns about their mental health, there are ways to get help. Call or text 988 to connect with a trained crisis counselor. The Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.

Help for Mental Illnesses

If you or someone you know has a mental illness, there are ways to get help. Use these resources to find help for yourself, a friend, or a f

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Episode 15 - Quyen-Vi Nguyen

This was such a fun episode to record and I'm glad we got to share it! Below are some glossary terms!

VFX

noun. A creative process that uses digital software to generate realistic environments (abbreviation for Visual Effects)

MP

noun. Abbreviation for Multi-player.

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Below is a link to the Gameheads Itch.io site! Gameheads, as discussed in this episode, is an Oakland-based organization that provides training and mentorship for low-income youth and youth of color. Check out Quyen-Vi's game "2 American"!

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Episodes 12 - 14

Episode 12 - Paige Coblentz

ShotGrid

noun. A production management software used for large-scale creative projects.

Line Producer

noun. A job title referring to someone who is responsible for budget, operations, and logisitics of a film or television production.

Episode 13 - Chelsea Holt

Storyboard Revisionist

noun. A job title referring to someone whose primary duty is applying changes to storyboards.

Walla

noun. The sound of multiple people talking, often indiscernibly, as a background to a scene in film, television, or audio.

Episode 14 - Sing Khamnouane

Maquette

noun. An initial model or three-dimensional rendering of a sculpted piece.

ZBrush

noun. A digital sculpting tool.

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Episode 14 - Sing Khamnouane

Marve and Melissa welcome Assistant Professor of the Practice, Sing Khamnouane!

We discuss how Sing got his start as a Disney trainee working on Tangled (he made the satchel and flower), tells the amazing/heartbreaking story of watching the last 2D film made at Disney Animation, helping Jorge Gutierrez make his first film a reality, and how to find your path. Get some extra credit and learn all about 3D modeling!

Connect with Sing on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sing-khamnouane-3429127

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Episode 13 - Chelsea Holt

Marve and Melissa welcome Chelsea Holt (@choltsea on IG)

We discuss Chelsea's time as a Nicktern, how that led to Warner Bro's Animation, what a storyboard revisionist does, and even more about ASSETS!

Check out Chelsea's work at www.chelseaholt.com

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Episode 12 - Paige Coblentz

Marve and Melissa welcome Paige Coblentz (@rampaigeee12 on IG), Production Manager at Netflix Animation.

We discuss the important pillars of being prepared, connections, and luck. As well as archery, Paige's time at the Rhode Island School of Design, moving to LA, and so much more! Listen here to gain all the wisdom Paige has to share.

You can view Paige's work at www.paigecoblentz.com .

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January and Updates!

My super duper deepest apologies for not updating this blog in time! The last three (3!) episodes have gone live and I'm just now posting about it.

As you might be able to tell from that number, Melissa and I have moved away from weekly episodes to bi-weekly. So two episodes, eps. 12 and 13, round out our January updates and the most recent episode was posted this Monday. You can expect episodes to be posted by noon on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. Yay!

I will post the episodes individually in the next hour and glossary updates will be available on the blog's glossary page.

I hope this last month has been a delightful and resplendent start to the year!

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On the new episode of the Mystery Shack Lookback podcast, we talk with Alex Hirsch, @fordtato, and BILL CIPHER HIMSELF about the Book of Bill, including some exclusives about unfinished or cut pages!

Alex and Hana's Book Elf-sonas in the thumbnail were drawn by @stephreynaart

Listen here:

54: The Book of Bill ft. Alex Hirsch, Hana Hyperfixates, and Bill Cipher

IT'S FINALLY HERE! It's a Spittle Day miracle! Join us as we discuss the biggest Gravity Falls fandom event in years, THE BOOK OF BILL, with

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Episode 11 - Jake Weinstein

For this episode I'm taking a break from terms of art and sharing the amazing @jakeinaflannel's art!

Below is the junior year animated film Jake did at Edinboro University. It closes with a sweet lil video of Jake's pet raccoon <3

You can find more of Jake's work at jakeweinstein.org!

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Marve and Melissa welcome Jake Weinstein ( @jakeinaflannel )

We discuss how to apply to cons, making your senior thesis film, having a pet raccoon, and the importance of stickers for networking!

Check out all of Jake's amazing work https://www.jakeweinstein.org/!

Follow us on Instagram @Not1WayPod to stay up to date on when episodes come out. Or on Tumblr @not1rightway-pod!

Email us at [email protected] for any questions or comments! Or if you'd like to be a guest on the show!

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Episode 10 - Sean Aitchison

New episode, new words to learn!

UPA

An animation studio and distributor that popularized a highly artistic and abstract style of animation; the animation studio was active from 1941 - 1970 (acronym for United Productions of America).

Shounen

A genre of Japanese manga and anime with a target audience of young boys.

COO

An executive-level job title which describes a person whose primary responsibility is overseeing and operationalizing daily functions of a business (acronym for Chief of Operations).

Animation Workers Ignited

Separate from the US-based Animation Guild, this group promotes resource and information-sharing for animators and members of the public.

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DiC's Saturday Morning Sonic

Below is a fantastic overview of the show Sean mentioned as well as it's legacy!

Saturday Morning Sonic is an informative and welcoming Sonic the Hedgehog SatAM community

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Marve and Melissa welcome 3D Modeler Josh Loera (@joshloera.art on IG)! We discuss switching careers from engineering to going back to art, working on your craft, and the importance of representation in animation!

Check out Josh's work on https://www.joshloera.com/ !

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Email us at [email protected] for any questions or comments! Or if you'd like to be a guest on the show!

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Episode 9 - Josh Loera

Here's a recap of the words you need to know!

UX Design

The practice of designing a product and experience that appeals to the end-user (short for User Experience).

PE Licensure

A state-issued license that signifies that a professional has the requiste training and experience in engineering (short for Professional Engineer).

Rigging

The creation of structures that allow a three-dimensional model to move.

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Marve and Melissa welcome Lila Schmitz (@lilaschmitz__)! The Legal and Operations Assistant for Dropout as well as a director, producer, writer, grip, and more. We discuss the need for grips so we can see in the dark, becoming a carpenter to find our path, falling in love with everyone, and staying curious!

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Email us at [email protected] for any questions or comments! Or if you'd like to be a guest on the show!

Check out Lila's documentary Job of Songs https://thejobofsongs.com/home

Check out Lila's work on Dropout Presents

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Episode 8 - Lila Schmitz

Grip

noun. A job title within film and television. A person performing this job is in charge of moving and setting up lighting and camera equipment.

Galway Film Fleadgh

noun. A six-day Irish international film-festival held in Galway.

Key PA

noun. A job title within film and television. A person performing this job would manage all Production Assistants (PA's) on a given set.

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Job of Songs

The Job of Songs - Watch

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Marve and Melissa welcome Jonathan Cheung (@accidentalprogress on IG)! Listen to learn about his journey from San Jose State (hi Shrunken Head Men), through mobile games and otome, to Call of Duty, and as we all tear up finding meaning making art and problem solving for others. Then we talk about anime for a bit - go dubs!

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Email us at [email protected] for any questions or comments! Or if you'd like to be a guest on the show!

Mentioned in the episode:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jontcheung/

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Episode 7 - Jonathan Cheung

Here are a few terms you might have heard in our latest episode!

Figure Drawing

noun. A drawing of the human form in various poses.

Spreadsheet Functions

noun. A preset formula that performs calculations using the spreadsheet data.

Visual Novel

noun. An interactive story where the user makes narrative choices to advance the plot.

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Lovestruck was a Visual Novel mobile app developed by Voltage Entertainment, where Jonathan worked previously. Below is a YouTube channel with recordings of various stories and routes previously available on the app.

Lovestruck Salvation Squad

We're the Lovestruck Salvation Squad on Discord, run by the moderators of the r/Lovestruck community on Reddit. Here on this channel you'll