Motion HatchβοΈ FREE COURSE TO GET YOUR NEXT MOTION DESIGN CLIENT βοΈ Get your next client in 5 days | motionhatch.com/nextclient Are you making these motion design pricing mistakes? π¬ It's no secret that pricing projects can be a minefield, which is why we're sharing the 5 biggest pricing mistakes we see designers making, and how you can avoid them! Hayley shares: β How to adjust project estimates to make more money β Why you need a scope of work/statement of work β How to add a buffer/margin β Tips to negotiate your fee as a motion designer β What is the 3 Point Pricing System?
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00:00 - Intro 01:16 - Adjusting your project estimates 02:58 - Why you need a scope of work/statement of work 04:23 - How to add a buffer/margin to your project fees 05:46 - The 3 Point Pricing System
Stop Making These Pricing Mistakes as a Motion DesignerMotion Hatch2023-10-26 | βοΈ FREE COURSE TO GET YOUR NEXT MOTION DESIGN CLIENT βοΈ Get your next client in 5 days | motionhatch.com/nextclient Are you making these motion design pricing mistakes? π¬ It's no secret that pricing projects can be a minefield, which is why we're sharing the 5 biggest pricing mistakes we see designers making, and how you can avoid them! Hayley shares: β How to adjust project estimates to make more money β Why you need a scope of work/statement of work β How to add a buffer/margin β Tips to negotiate your fee as a motion designer β What is the 3 Point Pricing System?
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00:00 - Intro 01:16 - Adjusting your project estimates 02:58 - Why you need a scope of work/statement of work 04:23 - How to add a buffer/margin to your project fees 05:46 - The 3 Point Pricing SystemHow motion designers can make STEADY income in 2025Motion Hatch2025-01-23 | π Check out my Perfect Your Pricing Toolkit here: motionhatch.com/yttoolkit
00:00 - Intro 00:46 - How a financial forecast helped me start my business 02:04 - How to build a consistent stream of clients 03:03 - How to use social media to stay top of mind 06:21 - How to use a CRM to build a consistent stream of clients 07:44 - How a financial forecast will help you increase your income 08:26 - My financial forecast and expense audit templateThis system makes motion designers more moneyMotion Hatch2024-12-13 | Discover how to look at your portfolio and marketing in a totally new way that unlocks growth and helps you to get more clients. Fix issues you don't even realise are holding you back and discover a system that helps motion designers make more money.
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Get on my mailing list to submit your portfolio for my next livestream π motionhatch.com/subytHow Iβd build a motion design business (in 2025)Motion Hatch2024-12-05 | πDownload my FREE Social Media Guide 2.0 here: motionhatch.com/ytsocial
Looking to start or grow a motion design business in 2025? Iβve been in the industry for 16 years and have been self-employed since 2015. In this video, I share what Iβd do if I had to start from scratch and build a successful motion design business.
I cover the strategy I would use to build new connections and stay top-of-mind, how you can create a unique offering for your ideal clients and how you can forecast your year to build a more stable income as a freelancer.Β
This video is split into two parts.
Part 1 is for anyone who is starting completely from scratch and has zero clients right now.
Part 2 is for anyone with some clients but want to build a more consistent stream of clients and more consistent revenue.
For Part 2, skip to 06:04
In this video: β How to make new connections in the industry β How to stay top-of-mind using a CRM and social media β How to identify your ideal clients β How to discover your niche and unique offering
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00:00 - Intro 00:43 - PART 1 - How to get clients starting from zero 06:04 - PART 2 - How to attract more of your ideal clientsIs LinkedIn Still the Best Platform to Get Clients?Motion Hatch2024-11-14 | πDownload my FREE Social Media Guide 2.0 and Freelance Funnel Framework worksheet here: motionhatch.com/inmotion
This video was filmed LIVE at the Barbican in London for the Playgrounds In Motion event. My lovely friend Ashleigh Robertson, a freelance motion designer, asked me what's working right now to attract clients on social media.
In this episode, we discussed the social media strategy I teach freelancers and how you can leverage the LinkedIn algorithm to get in front of your ideal clients.
β How can freelancers start to post on social media? β What should you be posting on social media to get clients? β What is the best social media platform for freelance motion designers? β How can you attract clients on LinkedIn? β How can you sustainably market your motion design business?
Ashleigh Robertson: ashleighrobertson.com Playgrounds, In Motion: https://weareplaygrounds.nl/
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00:00 - Intro 00:23 - How can freelancers start to post on social media? 01:17 - What should you be posting on social media to get clients? 05:19 - What is the best social media platform for freelance motion designers? 08:05 - Does going to events help you get more clients?Whatβs working RIGHT NOW to get freelance clients?Motion Hatch2024-10-31 | πDownload my FREE Social Media Guide and Freelance Funnel Framework worksheet here: motionhatch.com/inmotion
This video was filmed LIVE at the Barbican in London for the Playgrounds In Motion event. My lovely friend Ashleigh Robertson, a freelance motion designer, interviewed me about whatβs currently working to get clients right now.
In this episode, we discussed the motion design industryβs ever-changing landscape and how we can adapt and leverage these changes to stand out to potential clients.
β What can new freelancers do right now to get clients? β How can established freelancers and studio owners get clients right now? β How to set up your CRM to get more clients β How the motion design industry has changed β The best way to niche down and stand out to new clients
Ashleigh Robertson: ashleighrobertson.com Playgrounds, In Motion: https://weareplaygrounds.nl/
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00:00 - Intro 00:26 - How can new freelancers get clients? 03:13 - How can established freelancers get clients? 05:13 - How can you set up your CRM to get more clients? 06:32 - How has the motion design industry changed? 09:00 - Whatβs the best way to niche down as a motion designer?This Animation Studios Portfolio is ALMOST Perfect!Motion Hatch2024-07-18 | The Freelance Funnel Framework is taken from our course Client Quest, check it out here: motionhatch.com/clientcourse Download our Case Study Worksheet here: motionhatch.com/casestudy Motion Design Marketing Roasts is back! In this video, Hayley takes a deep dive into Eggbug's full portfolio, evaluating their case studies, showreel and LinkedIn efforts to see if they're doing everything they can to attract their ideal clients. Hayley shares: β What should you include in your animation portfolio? β Where should your contact information be? β How to add testimonials/case studies on your website β How to get clients on LinkedIn
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#shorts #motiondesigner #motiondesignI Roasted This INSANE Motion Design PortfolioMotion Hatch2024-07-04 | βοΈ FREE COURSE TO GET YOUR NEXT MOTION DESIGN CLIENT βοΈ Get your next client in 5 days | motionhatch.com/nextclient Need to update your portfolio over summer? π₯οΈ In this brand-new series, Motion Design Marketing Roasts, I roast motion designersβ portfolios and social media and marketing efforts. This week, I reviewed Nadiia Pliamkoβs portfolio and evaluated how she could improve her about page, case studies and posting strategy on LinkedIn. Hayley shares: β The importance of the 'about page' on your website β How to use LinkedIn to get clients β Where to show your contact information β Where you should improve your marketing efforts β How to use The 4 As Freelance Funnel
Download the Case Study Worksheet here: motionhatch.com/casestudy Pliamko st. (Nadiia Pliamko) | https://pliamko.work/
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#motiondesign #mograph #designportfolioAI is here. Future-proof your motion design career!Motion Hatch2024-06-06 | Caleb and Shelby Ward founded Curious Refuge after going viral for using AI to create a fake Wes Anderson x Star Wars movie trailer. Curious Refuge, an online training platform and community, is a space for those interested in incorporating AI into their creative careers. They encourage experimentation and upskilling, particularly in areas like storytelling.
In this episode, I ask Caleb and Shelby how motion designers can realistically utilise AI in their workflows, the best AI tools to use and how we can future-proof our careers against the ride of AI. In this episode, youβll learn: β How Caleb and Shelby went viral with their AI project β How they formed Curious Refuge β Will AI make roles in animation redundant? β What AI tools should motion designers be using? β How can you implement AI into your pipeline? β How can you future-proof your motion design career against AI?
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00:00 - In this video 00:58 - How Curious Refuge went viral 03:35 - Will AI replace animators? 08:27 - What are the best AI tools for motion designers? 11:07 - How can we future-proof ourselves?How Unreal Engine Helped Me to Become a Film DirectorMotion Hatch2024-05-23 | HaZ Dulull, founder of HaZimation, is a multi award-winning Film and Games Director, developing & producing feature films, tv and video games using Unreal Engine. In this episode, HaZ shares his journey from in-house VFX artist to indie film director. We also discuss how to access funding for original content/IP, how to win pitches, and how to start your own studio.
In this episode, you'll learn: β How HaZ went from VFX artist to indie film director/studio owner β Techniques and strategies for winning pitches β How HaZ wrote/directed a fully animated film released on Netflix β The importance of networking at conferences β How HaZ transitioned from indie filmmaking to building a game in Fortnite β How HaZ fully utilised Unreal Engine in his career
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00:00 - Intro 02:20 - How HaZimation started 06:40 - HaZ's journey to indie film director 14:36 - Initial funding for original content/IP 17:59 - Utilising Unreal Engine for pitching in production 21:25 - A new approach to animation and filmmaking 25:38 - Networking and financing 32:14 - Leveraging LinkedIn for your network 35:06 - Creating Moontopia - a Fortnite island made in Unreal Engine 38:39 - The importance of continuous learningMake More as a Motion Designer With NegotiationMotion Hatch2024-04-25 | Kwame Christian is an expert in negotiation. He is the Founder and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute, host of the world's most popular negotiation podcast and author of two best-selling books.
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00:00 - Intro 01:51 - Common negotiation mistakes and how to avoid them 03:25 - Negotiation isn't just about money 07:21 - Likability and leverage 13:42 - Gaining confidence in saying 'no' 21:10 - How to get a client's budget 25:32 - Mastering client communication 26:51 - The importance of processes and systems 28:35 - Confidently negotiating and raising your rates 34:39 - Handling price sensitivity 37:03 - Effective proposal strategies 39:56 - Navigating difficult conversationsWes Anderson Title Designer reveals the secret to networking w/ Jessica HischeMotion Hatch2024-04-11 | Jessica Hische is a lettering artist, freelancer and author, selling books and craft supplies in two brick and mortar stores in the US.
00:00 - How Jessica Hische's network led her to Wes Anderson 01:26 - How Jessica Hische lands huge clients 05:44 - Why it's important to network with other creatives 13:11 - Challenges and strategies for social media for designers 17:44 - "I'm shadow banned from LinkedIn" 23:05 - Social media vs newsletters 25:36 - What to include in newsletter content 27:46 - How to build an audience on social media 30:08 - Behind the scenes of Jessica's physical stores 35:53 - Benefits of working with lower-profile clients 38:45 - How to make the most of pitching to clientsThis Motion Designer Made $500,000 in His First YearMotion Hatch2024-03-28 | Kevin Rapp made $500,000 in his first year freelancing after discovering the value of content systems and passing this on to high-profile tech companies.
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FOLLOW US FOR MORE π Website | motionhatch.com Podcast | motionhatch.com/motionpodcast Instagram | motionhatch.com/mhinstagram Twitter | motionhatch.com/mhtwitter Clubhouse | motionhatch.com/mhclubhouse Facebook | motionhatch.com/mhfacebook TikTok | tiktok.com/@motionhatchHow to Price Your Motion Design Work in 2024Motion Hatch2024-03-14 | AD - Thanks to Storyblocks for sponsoring this video! Download unlimited stock media at one set price with Storyblocks: storyblocks.com/motionhatch How do you price your work as a motion designer? π₯΄ In this video, Hayley shares the 3 best pricing strategies so you can get hired, paid and make more money doing the work you love! From hourly/day rates, to project-based pricing and value-based pricing, we highlight pros and cons of each so you can confidently set your rate! Hayley shares: β How to price motion design projects β What is value based pricing? β How to make more money as a designer β Pros and cons of each pricing strategy
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00:00 - The Challenge of Pricing Motion Design Work 00:10 - Exploring Pricing Strategies: Hourly, Day Rate, Project, and Value 00:35 - The Freelancer's Journey: Setting Rates and Overcoming Fear 01:30 - Pros and Cons of Charging by Time 02:25 - The Benefits and Risks of Project Fees 04:56 - Navigating Client Communication and Day Rate Dilemmas 06:25 - Introducing Value-Based Pricing: A Game Changer 07:31 - Mastering the Value ConversationTHIS is Why You Shouldnt Start a StudioMotion Hatch2024-02-29 | Take our quiz to find out if our course, Balanced Business Bootcamp, is a good fit for you and get access to our FREE live training! π motionhatch.com/ytbbbquiz Thinking about starting a motion design/animation studio? π€ In this video, Hayley shares some points to consider when deciding whether you should start a studio, and reasons why many choose to stay freelance and hire other freelancers to help them out. Hayley shares: β Why you shouldn't start a studio if you don't enjoy managing people β Costs involved with starting an animation studio β The possibility of losing your creative role β How to build systems and processes β How to use bank balance accounting
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00:00 - Intro 00:30 - Managing people 01:33 - Staying on the tools 02:24 - Do you want a creative role? 03:26 - Do you want more free time? 04:37 - Make more money 05:42 - Should you start a studio?Your Guide to the ULTIMATE Motion Design ShowreelMotion Hatch2024-02-15 | AD - Thanks to Storyblocks for sponsoring this video! Download unlimited stock media at one set price with Storyblocks: storyblocks.com/motionhatch Want to make the best motion design showreel out there? π In this video, Hayley shares her ultimate showreel checklist with showreel tips and advice on what to include, and what to avoid! From where to place your reel to the ideal length, you'll learn how to make the ultimate motion design showreel for your portfolio! Hayley shares: β What work to include in your showreel β How long should your showreel be? β How to include credits below your showreel β Common showreel mistakes
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00:00 - Intro 00:37 - Is your showreel easy to find? 01:06 - What should you include in your motion design showreel? 02:12 - Use music from Storyblocks 03:14 - Where should you put your best work in your showreel? 04:27 - How long should your showreel be? 05:00 - Showing credits on your showreel 05:21 - Things to avoid on your showreel 06:20 - Why to avoid adding coursework to your showreel 07:06 - Just get your showreel out there!How I Would Learn Motion Design (in the age of AI)Motion Hatch2024-02-01 | βοΈ FREE COURSE TO GET YOUR NEXT MOTION DESIGN CLIENT βοΈ Get your next client in 5 days | motionhatch.com/nextclient How is AI affecting what and how we learn? π€ In this video, Hayley shares her 7 principles of learning, reflecting on new tools and software which can help us in our careers as freelance motion designers. Hayley shares: β Which software should you be learning? β Extra skills you need as a motion designer β How to market yourself as a freelancer β Using AI to help with ideas β How to learn motion design
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00:00 - Intro 01:10 - Don't get distracted 02:20 - Focus on your soft skills 03:19 - Download our FREE course! 03:42 - Learn skills for personal projects 05:32 - Create a learning plan 06:26 - Get around other professionals 07:05 - Be a life-long learner 07:58 - Just in time learningBest Motion Design Businesses to Start in 2024Motion Hatch2024-01-18 | AD - Thanks to Storyblocks for sponsoring this video! Download unlimited stock media at one set price with Storyblocks: storyblocks.com/motionhatch What are some other businesses that freelance motion designers can start this year?π€ From subscription models to physical products, there are many other businesses you can start which utilise your current skills and network! In this video, Hayley ranks these motion design business ideas based on their viability and potential for success, weighing up the pros and cons of each! Hayley shares: β How to add additional revenue to your design business β Examples of other motion designers mastering these ideas β How to use your existing knowledge and skills in other ways
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00:00 - Intro 00:34 - Subscription models 03:25 - Content creation 05:10 - Sponsorships 06:13 - Education business 07:41 - Productized services 08:42 - Selling stock 09:59 - Physical products 11:32 - Sell plugins or tools 12:41 - Custom work 13:50 - Niche workThe Best Motion Design Portfolio Ive Seen (for Direct Clients)Motion Hatch2024-01-04 | β DOWNLOAD OUR FREE PORTFOLIO CHECKLIST β Motion Design Portfolio Checklist | motionhatch.com/mhportfolio Is this the best portfolio weβve seen? π«’ In this video, Hayley reviews Valentin Galloneβs Motion Design Portfolio. She shares the best elements for converting clients through your website and discusses areas where he can improve. Hayley shares: β Why you should have animations on your portfolio β The best explainer video to convert clients β How to create a clear call to action β How to qualify client leads β How to create fantastic case studies
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00:00 - Intro 00:22 - Using animation on your website 00:51 - "You Don't Need a Video" 01:59 - Focused on results 02:41 - Adding your showreel 03:08 - Direct clients vs agency clients 03:27 - Contact page 04:31 - Qualifying serious clients 05:30 - Homepage elements 07:04 - Adding case studies to your portfolio 07:44 - About pageHow to Raise Your Price as a Motion DesignerMotion Hatch2023-12-21 | βοΈ FREE COURSE TO GET YOUR NEXT MOTION DESIGN CLIENT βοΈ Get your next client in 5 days | motionhatch.com/nextclient Have you been thinking about raising your rates? π° In this video, Hayley discusses all the common worries freelancers face when raising their rates. She also reveals the biggest lessons sheβs learnt about pricing from her experience as a freelance motion designer. Hayley shares: β The best time to raise your rates β How to approach clients with a new rate β Should you have to justify your rate? β How to justify your rate β How to structure your pricing
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00:00 - Intro 00:26 - When is the right time to raise your rate? 02:01 - How to raise your rates over email 03:30 - How to justify your new rate 05:02 - Tips for raising your rates 07:18 - Lessons I've learnt about raising rates 08:17 - 3 point pricing structureHow Id Start My Freelance Business in 2024Motion Hatch2023-12-07 | AD - Get 30% off your first year with Bloom by using the code 'MOTION' at checkout: motionhatch.com/bloom Thinking about starting a freelance business? Struggling to get clients? π¬ In this video, you'll learn how to start freelancing in 2024, from pricing your work, getting clients and managing your freelance business! Whether you're a motion designer, graphic designer, illustrator, or video editor, this video dives into the start to finish process of freelancing. Hayley shares: β How to create your portfolio β How to get freelance clients β How to use Linkedin to find clients β How to use Bloom to manage your freelance business β How to make cold emails easy (and following up) β How to price your work
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Chapters 00:00 - Intro 00:45 - Create your portfolio 02:25 - Sponsored by Bloom 03:03 - Inbound and Outbound Marketing 04:10 - Using LinkedIn to get clients 05:01 - Adding leads into your CRM 06:41 - Cold emails and follow-ups 07:35 - How to price your work as a freelancer 09:36 - Create systems and processesNo Motion Design Clients? Heres How to Fix It!Motion Hatch2023-11-23 | βοΈ Get Β£100 OFF Client Quest with code: "NOV100" (Offer ends: 30/11/2023) βοΈ Join Client Quest here: motionhatch.com/clientcourse Are you struggling to find clients and implement a consistent outreach process? π£ In this video, Hayley shares her full process for finding clients, how to effectively track leads and reveals the ultimate marketing strategy for freelancers using LinkedIn π² Hayley shares: β How to take action to find clients β How to reach out to past clients β How to effectively use a CRM β How to warm up client leads β How to implement inbound and outbound marketing
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00:00 - Intro 00:24 - Take action! 01:04 - Making a list of past clients/CRM 02:47 - Reach out to your past clients 03:30 - Follow up 04:12 - How to get clients with an inbound/outbound marketing strategy 05:09 - What is inbound marketing? 06:46 - What is outbound marketing? 08:01 - Making your CRM a regular practiceFreelance VS Full-Time | The ULTIMATE Debate - w/ Motion by ScottMotion Hatch2023-11-09 | βοΈ FREE COURSE TO GET YOUR NEXT MOTION DESIGN CLIENT βοΈ Get your next client in 5 days | motionhatch.com/nextclient Which is better? Being in full-time work at a studio or going alone as a freelance motion designer? π€ In this video, YouTuber Motion by Scott and Hayley Akins go head to head, debating the pros and cons of each and discussing the benefits of learning from experienced professionals, freedom and flexibility and the big question - who makes more money? π° Stick around until the end, as freelancer Ashleigh Robertson adjudicates the battle and crowns our winner! They discuss: β Should you go full-time or go freelance? β How you can gain knowledge from others β Can you have stability as a freelancer? β Does freelancing really lead to more money? β How to have freedom as a full-timer
A huge thanks to Motion by Scott and Ashleigh Robertson for featuring in this video! Motion by Scott | @motionbyscott Ashleigh Robertson | ashleighrobertson.com
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00:00 - Intro 00:49 - Opening arguments 03:08 - Which has more stability? 06:14 - Let's talk money! 11:35 - Freedom as a freelancer vs full-time 15:39 - Closing arguments 19:19 - Decision timeAre you missing this from your portfolio?Motion Hatch2023-10-12 | DOWNLOAD OUR FREE CASE STUDY WORKSHEETπ motionhatch.com/ytcasestudy Is your portfolio missing this trust-building component? π₯οΈ There's one thing that these amazing portfolios have in common, and that is that they all include case studies! Case studies can be a great method of building trust and showing your potential clients more about your process and the results you could give them. In this video, we dive deep into how to build amazing case studies, and show real examples from our community! Hayley shares: β What to include in your case studies β How to show behind the scenes/process β How to create social media content from your case studies β Real case study examples
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00:00 - Intro 00:54 - 7 vital ingredients to a great case study 01:13 - What should you include in your case studies? 02:00 - How to communicate the client's brief 03:20 - Showing behind the scenes/process 04:52 - How to create social media content from your case studies 05:37 - Example 1 07:23 - Example 2 08:21 - Example 3 09:27 - Example 4 10:35 - Example 5 11:43 - Example 6I Read The Biggest Pricing Book So You Dont Have ToMotion Hatch2023-09-28 | βοΈ FREE COURSE TO GET YOUR NEXT MOTION DESIGN CLIENT βοΈ Get your next client in 5 days | motionhatch.com/nextclient Are you looking to level up your pricing strategies as a motion designer? π° Value-based pricing can be one of the best methods of pricing your work, and in this video we share the secrets of value-based pricing from the biggest pricing book, 'Pricing Creativity' by Blair Enns, helping you to price your creative work in the motion design industry. In this video, Hayley shares: β What is value-based pricing? β How you can make more money as a designer or animator β Ways of pricing a project β What are The 6 Rules of Pricing Creativity? β What is The Value Conversation?
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00:00 - Intro 01:34 - What is value-based pricing? 04:08 - Ways to price your work as a motion designer 05:03 - The 6 Rules of Pricing Creativity 05:51 - Offering pricing options 07:13 - The Value Conversation 10:45 - Hypothetical Guarantee Question 11:50 - Saving time by limiting proposalsGenius Pricing Advice for Motion DesignersMotion Hatch2023-09-14 | βοΈ FREE COURSE TO GET YOUR NEXT MOTION DESIGN CLIENT βοΈ Get your next client in 5 days | motionhatch.com/nextclient Ever wondered how industry pros decide on their pricing? π€― In this video, we've collected the best advice around navigating how to price your work as a motion designer, from our podcast episodes! Our experts share strategies and tips around what to charge, and even how to make money from just your ideas. They share: β How to earn more as a designer or animator β How to raise your rate as a designer or animator β How to get the client's budget β How to charge for ideas β Conveying value to the client
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Chapters 00:00 - Coming up... 01:03 - How to earn more money 03:25 - How to raise your rates 04:30 - Why your should charge more 05:57 - How to get the client's budget 08:08 - Why it's important to discuss the budget first 09:35 - How to charge for ideas 10:36 - How to convey value to the clientHow Id Get Direct Clients Starting From 0Motion Hatch2023-08-31 | βοΈ FREE COURSE TO GET YOUR NEXT MOTION DESIGN CLIENT βοΈ Get your next client in 5 days | motionhatch.com/nextclient Working with direct clients has a magnitude of benefits, from better pay to simply working on the projects you love! π In this video, Hayley shares her process for identifying and reaching out to direct clients, along with ways to make it a no-brainer for them to hire you! Hayley shares: β How to identify your ideal client β How to identify your client's challenges β Helping clients to solve their problems β How to use Linkedin to find clients β How to find out where your clients are β Understanding client avatars
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00:00 - Intro 00:59 - Identifying your ideal client 01:41 - Identifying your client's challenges 03:04 - Solving your client's problems 04:08 - Finding out where your clients hang out 04:30 - How to create a client avatar 06:27 - Client avatar example 2Why Ben Marriott is the BIGGEST Motion Designer on the PlanetMotion Hatch2023-08-17 | βοΈ FREE COURSE TO GET YOUR NEXT MOTION DESIGN CLIENT βοΈ Get your next client in 5 days | motionhatch.com/nextclient Ever wondered the secret to how Ben Marriott significantly impacted the motion design industry? π€― In this video, Hayley investigates the secret to Ben's success and shares her findings so that you can adopt the same strategies in your career, from building a personal brand identity to providing value to your community. We also asked our friends in the industry to share their thoughts, and at the end of the video, we hear from Ben himself on the secret to his success. Hayley shares: β What makes Ben stand out β How to build trust with your potential clients/employers β How to build a personal brand identity β How to provide value to the community
A huge thanks to Ben Marriott for contributing to this video! @BenMarriott Evan Abrams | @ECAbrams Jake Bartlett | @JakeInMotion Manuel Does Motion | @ManueldoesMotion Martin Ferdkin | lucido.tv How to Use Case Studies to Make More Money | youtube.com/watch?v=CGk-Hc_xt-0
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00:00 - Intro 00:34 - What makes Ben Marriott stand out? 02:14 - What are your unique selling points? 02:37 - What our industry friends think 04:08 - Knowing your audience 04:47 - How to build a brand identity 05:50 - Give back to the community 07:06 - Ben's secret to successThese 5 Steps TRANSFORMED My Motion Design BusinessMotion Hatch2023-08-03 | Take our free quiz to find out if Balanced Business Bootcamp is a good fit for you! motionhatch.com/ytbbbquiz Are you ready to take these massively important 5 next steps as a freelance motion designer?π From what 'passive income' really means, to charging using value-based pricing, our student, Kelly Kurtz, covers the 5 things designers and animators MUST do to scale their careers! Kelly shares: β How to find better clients as a motion designer β How to diversify your income streams β How to generate 'passive income' as a motion designer β Why it's important to position yourself as a motion designer β How to charge using value-based pricing as a motion designer But, this video is only the tip of the iceberg! If you're interested in joining Kelly in Balanced Business Bootcamp, learn more about the course here to scale your business the stress-free way! motionhatch.com/balancedbusinessbootcamp
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00:00 - Intro 00:35 - How to say no to clients, to get better work 01:50 - How to delegate work to other designers 02:06 - How to generate 'passive income' as a designer 03:28 - How to automate your business to gain more time 03:50 - Positioning as a motion designer 04:39 - How to price your work as a motion designer 05:40 - Value-based pricing explained 06:44 - Negotiating your rate as a designerThe 5 Mistakes Bad Motion Designers MakeMotion Hatch2023-07-20 | βοΈ FREE COURSE TO GET YOUR NEXT MOTION DESIGN CLIENT βοΈ Get your next client in 5 days | motionhatch.com/nextclient Are you a good motion designer, or a bad motion designer? π± In this video, Hayley shares the 5 mistakes 'bad' motion designers make, from expecting results too quickly to fearing other designers as the competition! She also shares the steps that 'good' motion designers take to become even better! Hayley shares: β How to improve as a motion designer β How to learn from each project β How to get feedback from clients and other designers β How to be part of the community
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00:00 - Intro 00:46 - How to manage expectations 01:30 - How to learn from each project 02:20 - Getting feedback from clients 03:48 - Be part of your community 04:36 - The biggest mistake motion designers makeThe BEST Motion Design Portfolio EVER?Motion Hatch2023-07-06 | β DOWNLOAD OUR FREE PORTFOLIO CHECKLIST β Motion Design Portfolio Checklist | motionhatch.com/mhportfolio Is this the best motion design portfolio we've ever seen? π± Flow Creative recently updated their portfolio, and since we've been sharing what goes on behind the scenes at Flow for a few weeks now, we decided to share their incredible new studio portfolio! From incorporating animation into their website design, to detailed and informative case studies, Flow's website is a perfect example of what we should be doing as designers or animators!
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00:00 - Intro 00:30 - Flow Creativeβs Homepage 01:12 - How to brand yourself as a designer 01:52 - Change your favicon 02:08 - How to show your case studies 02:44 - Showing behind the scenes of projects 03:39 - What to show towards the bottom of your website 04:22 - A unique way of showing projects 05:05 - Timelapse from wireframe to full design 05:46 - Why sharing results on your portfolio is important 06:30 - About page, positioning and showreel 08:55 - Where to show testimonials 09:30 - Services page 10:45 - Should you include a blog on your portfolio? 11:01 - Contact pageHow This Creative Director Hires DesignersMotion Hatch2023-06-29 | βοΈ FREE COURSE TO GET YOUR NEXT MOTION DESIGN CLIENT βοΈ Get your next client in 5 days | motionhatch.com/nextclient Have you ever been curious about the hiring process for designers at a studio? In this video, Karl Doran provides valuable insights into the qualities he looks for when hiring both full-time staff and freelancers at his studio, Flow Creative. He also provides valuable insights on determining the right time to bring new talent on board β° So whether you're looking to hire OR hoping to get hired, this video is for you! Karl shares: β How to hire designers β How to decide a fair rate for employees β Who he first hired and why β When to hire employees β When to hire freelancers instead of employees
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00:00 - Intro 00:40 - Who was the first person you hired? 01:28 - How to know when the right time to hire is 02:25 - What qualities to look for when hiring 03:15 - What to look for in cold emails 04:19 - Cold email tips 05:21 - How do you manage the studio's capacity? 06:54 - Deciding a fair rate as a studio 08:22 - The biggest mistakes people make when hiringDo I Approve of These Motion Design Portfolios?Motion Hatch2023-06-22 | β DOWNLOAD OUR FREE PORTFOLIO CHECKLIST β Motion Design Portfolio Checklist | motionhatch.com/mhportfolio Does your motion design portfolio hit or miss the mark? π₯οΈ We asked you to submit your portfolios for review, and after browsing over 50 of them, we narrowed it down to these top 4! But, do they tick the boxes on our portfolio checklist? β Find out in this video and: β What should you include in your portfolio? β Where to show your contact information β Tips for your showreel β How to make a great case study β How to level-up your contact form
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00:00 - Intro 00:25 - Zoe Buyers Portfolio 02:42 - Steph Hallett Portfolio 04:35 - Andy Besbrode Portfolio 06:48 - Valentin Gallone PortfolioWe Toured This Award-Winning Animation StudioMotion Hatch2023-06-15 | βοΈ FREE COURSE TO GET YOUR NEXT CLIENT βοΈ Get your next client in 5 days | motionhatch.com/nextclient Peek behind the curtain: The inner workings of a successful animation studio! π¬ We visited Flow Creative, an award-winning animation studio and creative agency in Manchester! In this video, we take a look behind the scenes of Flow Creative as Karl Doran, founder and creative director, takes us on an exclusive studio tour. Get an inside look at the studio's workflow, meet the talented team, learn their client acquisition tactics and more! In this video: β A look around Flow Creative β Team motivation and creative fulfilment β Project management and workflow β Software and desk setups β Client acquisition as a studio
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00:00 - Intro 00:16 - Meeting/creative space 01:22 - Working area 02:07 - Client acquisition at Flow 02:47 - Project process/workflow 04:41 - Project management 05:24 - Meeting room and brainstorm area 07:04 - BloopersIndustry Experts Reveal Their Portfolio SecretsMotion Hatch2023-06-08 | β DOWNLOAD OUR FREE PORTFOLIO CHECKLIST β Motion Design Portfolio Checklist | motionhatch.com/mhportfolio Want to win more clients by taking your portfolio to the next level? π₯οΈ We've gathered your favourite industry experts and asked them to spill their best portfolio secrets and share their top portfolio techniques! They also shared the best portfolios they've ever seen and talk us through the reason! Thanks so much to the fantastic Joey Korenman, Monique Wray, Jake in Motion (Jake Bartlett), Shea Lord, Amanda Russell, Erin Sarofsky, Roxy Velez and Premiere Gal (Kelsey Brannan), for sharing their portfolio advice with us!
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00:00 - Intro 00:31 - What's one thing you must include in your portfolio? 00:31 - What should your about page include? 01:29 - The importance of adding credits to your portfolio 01:48 - Showcasing what you offer 02:12 - Clearly showing your email address 02:32 - Adding personal projects to your portfolio 03:00 - Showing kinetic type on your portfolio 03:24 - Having a story through your portfolio 03:49 - What's the best portfolio you've ever seen? 04:40 - Bartlomiej Otlowski Portfolio 05:01 - Claudio Salas Portfolio 05:58 - Sarah Beth Morgan Portfolio 06:20 - What's your top portfolio tip? 06:20 - Showing behind the scenes on your portfolio 06:47 - Which work should you show on your portfolio? 07:03 - Easy portfolio navigation and loading speeds 07:32 - Quality over quantity 07:54 - How to decide on your best work 09:06 - Done is better than perfect! 09:27 - Consistent skills on your portfolio 09:59 - Having a good designHow Iβd Attract My Ideal Clients (without losing my current ones)Motion Hatch2023-06-01 | Sign up to our newsletter to get actionable tips to grow your design business! π§ motionhatch.com/ytnewsletter Are you struggling to find your dream clients as a motion designer or animator? π«£ As a freelancer, it can be difficult to get more of the work you want to be doing while serving your current clients, so how do you get those dream projects? In this video, you'll learn how to attract work that excites you, without losing your current income stream! Hayley shares: β Her 5-step process for finding your dream clients β How to network with similar designers β How to make the perfect case study β Why you should niche down β How to position yourself as a designer/animator
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00:00 - Intro 00:43 - Why you should make personal projects 01:18 - How to network with similar designers 01:52 - How to market yourself to attract specific clients 03:10 - How to make a great case study 03:47 - What is a Build in Public strategy? 04:40 - How to attract your dream clients 05:33 - How to position yourself as a designer or animatorStudio Ownerβs Advice on Starting An Animation StudioMotion Hatch2023-05-25 | βοΈ FREE COURSE TO GET YOUR NEXT MOTION DESIGN CLIENT βοΈ Get your next client in 5 days | motionhatch.com/nextclient Ever thought about starting your own animation studio? π€ Being a studio owner can be very different to being a designer or animator, but the payoff can be huge. Some clients prefer working with studios, and there are many benefits to doing so! Find out more in this video, where we speak with Karl Doran, owner of Flow Creative, who shares his insights and advice on his journey from freelancer to studio owner. In this video, Karl shares: β How to start an animation studio β Should you get a studio space? β The difference between a freelancer vs studio owner β How to get clients as a studio β Tips for managing staff/freelancers
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00:00 - Intro 00:41 - From Freelancer to Studio Owner 01:39 - What to do before starting a studio 03:44 - Transitioning from a creative role to a management role 05:16 - How to identify your strengths 05:59 - The most difficult thing about starting a studio 06:32 - How to create a great company culture 07:21 - Managing a good work/life balance 08:13 - How to get clients as a studio 09:28 - How to hire a business development manager 10:01 - Whatβs your favourite project Flow has worked on? 11:04 - Karlβs best freelance advice to his younger selfThese Industry Pros Help You Get HiredMotion Hatch2023-05-18 | βοΈ FREE COURSE TO GET YOUR NEXT MOTION DESIGN CLIENT βοΈ Get your next client in 5 days | motionhatch.com/nextclient Maybe you're looking for a job role, or reaching out to clients in the hope of gaining some work?π° Fear not! We reached out to our friends in the motion design industry who generously share their top tips for success. No matter what stage you're at in your career, this video is packed full of lesser-known advice to help you get hired which you probably haven't heard before. A huge thank you to the wonderful Joey Korenman, Shea Lord, Premiere Gal (Kelsey Brannan), Amanda Russell, Erin Sarofsky, Monique Wray, Jake in Motion (Jake Bartlett) and Roxy Velez for contributing to the design community!
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00:00 - Intro 00:27 - What's one thing you look for when hiring a designer or animator? 00:27 - What to include in case studies on your website 01:50 - Adding testimonials to your website 02:24 - Why communication is important to your clients 03:03 - Having a relevant style 03:47 - Professionalism is important to your client 04:17 - Reliability and skills as a designer 04:40 - What's the one thing that everyone misses when trying to get hired? 04:40 - Choosing which work to show on your portfolio 05:10 - Networking as a motion designer 05:48 - How to win specific clients 06:02 - Which clients should you reach out to? 07:12 - What's the biggest mistake you see designers and animators making when they're reaching out for a role? 07:12 - Making it easy for your clients to see your work 08:17 - What to include in your cold email as a designer 08:37 - How to make sure you get a response from your clients 09:58 - Tailoring your emails to your clients 10:29 - Email tips and tricks for designers 10:57 - Researching your clients before emailing 11:12 - Why using bullet points could help you win clients 11:41 - What are the biggest improvements someone can make to get hired? 11:41 - How to share work with your clients 12:13 - Additional skills to help you get clients 13:21 - Why personal projects are important to your clients 13:31 - Social media as a designer or animator 13:42 - The most appealing action to your clients 14:07 - Working on your personal brandMy 5 Step Social Media Strategy for Motion DesignersMotion Hatch2023-05-11 | π² 52 WEEKS OF SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT Download the Social Media Guide here: motionhatch.com/socialguide Does social media make you feel overwhelmed as a motion designer? π«£ Don't let that fear hold you back from getting active on social media! In this video, we'll guide you through the ins and outs of social media and provide you with 52 content ideas to make your social media shine and get you clients. Say goodbye to struggling for content and hello to an easy, effective social media strategy. You'll learn how to use social media to your advantage, so you can build relationships and get better clients. In this video, Hayley shares: β Our proven 5 step social media strategy for motion designers β How to find clients using social media β What you should be posting on social media β Scheduling platforms for social media β The easy way to create content on social media β How to use our free social media guide
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00:00 - Intro 00:29 - Social Media Guide for Motion Designers 00:44 - What platform should you be posting on? 02:00 - How to be consistent on social media 02:55 - How to make content easily on social media 04:42 - How to track your results on social media 05:16 - How to build a community/network on social mediaHow to Make a GREAT Showreel (even if you donβt have any client work)Motion Hatch2023-05-04 | DOWNLOAD OUR FREE PORTFOLIO CHECKLIST β motionhatch.com/mhportfolio Are you currently putting off updating your showreel? Then this video is for you! In this video, we give you the push you need to get working on your showreel as Hayley shares her step-by-step guide to crafting the perfect showreel - even if you donβt have any client work! Hayley shares: β The 6 steps to creating a great motion design showreel β Reviewing our studentβs showreels β How to create a showreel without client work β Frequently asked questions about showreels β Her showreel doβs and dontβs
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00:00 - Intro 00:26 - Step 1: Choose your best work 01:07 - Using personal work in your showreel 02:13 - Step 2: Choose your music 02:48 - Step 3: Build your timeline 03:16 - Step 4: Determine the length of your reel 04:00 - Step 5: Edit your clips together 04:30 - Step 6: Get honest feedback 04:57 - Lance in Motion Showreel 05:56 - Reviewing Lanceβs Showreel 06:28 - The Disruption Society Showreel 07:30 - Reviewing The Disruption Societyβs Showreel 08:30 - Vivian Demaurex Showreel 09:09 - Reviewing Vivian Demaurexβs Showreel 10:17 - Tad from Merry Men Showreel 11:30 - Reviewing Tad from Merry Menβs Showreel 12:06 - Showreel Doβs and Dontβs11 AI Tools Animators Should Actually UseMotion Hatch2023-04-27 | βοΈ FREE COURSE TO GET YOUR NEXT MOTION DESIGN CLIENT βοΈ Get your next client in 5 days | motionhatch.com/nextclient Are you an animator or motion designer looking to up your game and streamline your workflow? Look no further! In this video, we highlight 11 AI tools that can revolutionise the way you work. From tools that can generate ideas for storyboards in seconds to ones that can assist with daily editing tasks, these tools can help you save time, money and create stunning animations! Here are the tools we showed in the video: Midjourney | midjourney.com DALLΒ·E 2 | openai.com/product/dall-e-2 Adobe Firefly | adobe.com/sensei/generative-ai/firefly.html ChatGPT | openai.com/blog/chatgpt Notion AI | https://www.notion.so/product/ai Adept AI | adept.ai Runway | runwayml.com Adobe Podcast | podcast.adobe.com AutoCut | https://www.autocut.fr/en/ Topaz Labs | topazlabs.com Klutz GPT | hyperbrew.co/tools/klutz-gpt
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00:00 - Intro 00:30 - Midjourney 01:56 - DALLβ’E 2 02:39 - Adobe Firefly 03:32 - ChatGPT 04:42 - Notion AI 06:26 - Adept AI 06:49 - Runway 08:09 - Adobe Podcast 08:46 - AutoCut 09:16 - Topaz Labs 09:47 - Klutz GPT6 Books That Changed My Life (You MUST Read!)Motion Hatch2023-04-20 | Download the FREE Vivid Vision Exercise! motionhatch.com/mhvivid Books are a great way to spark inspiration and develop your business skills π In this video, Hayley reveals her top picks for freelancers, ranging from books to help you with personal growth, client relationships, finances and more! Hayley shares her top picks for: β Knowing your value as a freelancer β How to fit your business around your lifestyle β How to build systems in your business β How to turn your clients into fans β How to turn clients into fans β How to ensure your business makes a profit
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00:00 - Intro 00:39 - Linchpin 01:33 - The 4-Hour Workweek 02:47 - Work the System 03:46 - The One Thing 04:28 - Superfans 05:21 - Profit FirstWhy I switched from Instagram to LinkedInMotion Hatch2023-04-13 | π² OUR FREE SOCIAL MEDIA GUIDE Download the Social Media Guide here: motionhatch.com/socialguide Many designers are switching from Instagram to LinkedIn, and we donβt want you to get left behind! In this video, Hayley explores WHY so many designers are flocking to LinkedIn to find clients and community and how you can too! π€ Hayley shares: β Why designers are moving over to LinkedIn β Real designers getting real results on LinkedIn β How to find clients on LinkedIn β How to find community on LinkedIn β How to boost your LinkedIn posts β Key features on LinkedIn you should be using
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00:00 - Intro 00:21 - Why are designers moving to LinkedIn? 02:27 - Real results from designers on LinkedIn 03:34 - How to get clients on LinkedIn 04:45 - Can you be creative on LinkedIn? 05:31 - Asking your followers for advice 06:04 - What are document posts on LinkedIn? 07:30 - Behind the scenes posts on LinkedIn 08:07 - Posting results and case studies on LinkedIn 09:07 - Impressions on LinkedIn 09:57 - The best features on LinkedIn - The search bar 10:42 - Enabling creator mode on LinkedIn 11:34 - Replying to other peopleβs comments 12:16 - Commenting on your own post 13:02 - Recommendations on LinkedInHow Id Get Freelance Clients (starting from 0)Motion Hatch2023-04-06 | π² OUR FREE SOCIAL MEDIA GUIDE Download the Social Media Guide here: motionhatch.com/socialguide Want more freelance clients, or just starting out?π° In this video, Hayley shares her 5-step method of finding freelance clients, from using LinkedIn to find clients and other designers, to attracting your ideal clients to you through social media and more! Hayley shares: β How to find clients as a freelancer β How to use LinkedIn to find clients β How to use social media to attract clients to you β How to write the perfect cold email β How to use a CRM
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00:00 - How I'd get freelance clients 01:42 - Step 1: Warm up your clients 04:50 - Step 2: Networking with other motion designers 06:23 - Step 3: Post on social media 07:53 - Step 4: Emailing your clients 10:48 - Step 5: How to create a CRMAdobe Firefly: Your New AI Animation Tool?Motion Hatch2023-03-28 | βοΈ FREE COURSE TO GET YOUR NEXT MOTION DESIGN CLIENT βοΈ Get your next client in 5 days | motionhatch.com/nextclient Finally - is this the AI tool for animation we've been waiting for? Adobe just announced it's new AI tool, Adobe Firefly, and the entire design and animation industry are talking about it. It includes some features weβve not seen in other generative AI tools, and soon itβll be available in the tools you use daily! In this video, Hayley shares the features of Adobe Firefly, and answers some common questions and concerns about using generative AI in our freelance careers! In this video: β What is Adobe Firefly? β Adobe Firefly benefits and features β How can animators and designers benefit from these AI tools? β What do your clients think about AI?
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00:00 - Intro 00:26 - Adobe Firefly features 01:55 - Adobe Firefly tools for animators and designers 04:46 - How AI can help you as a designer 06:26 - Adobe Firefly vs Midjourney and other tools 07:08 - What do your clients think about AI tools?Watch This if You Feel Invisible to Your ClientsMotion Hatch2023-03-23 | Join our course and gain access to coaching with Hayley! motionhatch.com/clientcourse Feeling invisible to your clients? π«₯ Many motion designers are feeling invisible in this massively over-saturated market, and one of our students, Leigh Williamson, shared his experience of this in one of our Office Hours coaching calls. Hayley shares her tips for approaching this situation, and how to attract clients and make connections! In this video, you'll learn: β How to be first in mind to your clients β Inbound Marketing vs Outbound Marketing β How to provide value to others β How to make connections working remotely
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00:00 - Intro 00:30 - How to stand out as a motion designer 02:38 - Putting clients into a CRM 03:08 - Provide value to others 04:51 - How to make connections working remotelyEverything You Need to Know About LinkedIn (Beginners Guide)Motion Hatch2023-03-16 | π² OUR FREE SOCIAL MEDIA GUIDE Download the Social Media Guide here: motionhatch.com/socialguide LinkedIn is fast becoming the place to be to get clients. The community is growing and motion designers are connecting with each other and their clients everyday! In this video, Hayley teaches her video editor and producer everything she knows about LinkedIn! Hayley shares: β How to get started on LinkedIn β What to include in your LinkedIn profile β What is creator mode? β Endorsements vs Recommendations β Who should you connect with on LinkedIn? β What should you post on LinkedIn? (And how often?)
Richard Van Der Blom | linkedin.com/in/richardvanderblom Creative Elements Podcast | https://www.creativeelements.fm Joe Walker (Symbolic Studio) | https://www.symbolic.studio/
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00:00 - Intro 01:00 - What should you include in your LinkedIn profile? 01:53 - Should you make a company page? 02:37 - What should your headline be? 03:17 - What to include in the about section 04:02 - What is creator mode? 05:12 - Who should you connect with? 06:01 - What are endorsements/recommendations? 06:29 - Do you need to be an influencer? 07:32 - What should you post on LinkedIn? 08:56 - What shows up in your LinkedIn feed? 09:46 - How often should you post on LinkedIn? 10:14 - LinkedIn tips and tricksGet Hired as a Motion Designer (Everything you need to know) | Adobe MaxMotion Hatch2023-03-09 | βοΈ FREE COURSE TO GET YOUR NEXT MOTION DESIGN CLIENT βοΈ Get your next client in 5 days | motionhatch.com/nextclient Adobe (creators of After Effects, Photoshop, etc) recently asked Hayley to speak at their Adobe Max conference! We decide to share it with you, on our channel! In this video, Hayley shares the start-to-finish process of how to get started in motion design, and shares her top tips on what to improve on in your marketing even if you're a professional! Hayley teaches: β How to build/grow your network as a motion designer β How to make the perfect motion design portfolio β What to include in your portfolio and showreel β How to promote yourself as a motion designer
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00:00 - Intro 00:37 - In this video 01:11 - About me 01:51 - How to build your network 02:51 - How to reach out to others 03:54 - How to use a CRM 04:32 - Connect with other freelancers 05:14 - What should your motion design showreel include? 07:53 - How to build a perfect motion design portfolio 09:42 - Donβt forget the about page! 11:15 - Tips for getting hired - the contact page 12:20 - How to promote yourself as a motion designer 14:50 - How to use social media to market yourself 17:34 - Recap & next steps