Uploaded May 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
Get pre-built systems to scale your motion design business - https://motion-hatch.circle.so/creativeandcoin?video=yE9AML9scG4
Get Your Next Client in Just 5 Days - motionhatch.com/get-your-next-client-in-just-5-days?video=yE9AML9scG4
Social Media Guide - motionhatch.com/social-media-guide-motion-designers?video=yE9AML9scG4
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!
Joey Korenman | rolo.works
Shea Lord | shealord.com
Premiere Gal | @PremiereGal
Amanda Russell | wearecream.com
Erin Sarofsky | sarofsky.com
Monique Wray | madebysmall.tv
Jake in Motion | @JakeInMotion
Roxy Velez | vexquisit.com
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 brand
Get pre-built systems to scale your motion design business - https://motion-hatch.circle.so/creativeandcoin?video=yE9AML9scG4
Get Your Next Client in Just 5 Days - motionhatch.com/get-your-next-client-in-just-5-days?video=yE9AML9scG4
Social Media Guide - motionhatch.com/social-media-guide-motion-designers?video=yE9AML9scG4
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!
Joey Korenman | rolo.works
Shea Lord | shealord.com
Premiere Gal | @PremiereGal
Amanda Russell | wearecream.com
Erin Sarofsky | sarofsky.com
Monique Wray | madebysmall.tv
Jake in Motion | @JakeInMotion
Roxy Velez | vexquisit.com
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 brand
