Kathryn Taccone
Co-founder at Open Pixel Studios
Appears in 62 Episodes
028 - 1-on-1 - Samantha Hamilton at PHIWMA
Open Pixel Studios chats with Samantha Hamilton, Director of Coalition Building & Community Engagement at The Public Health Institute of Western Mass (PHIWMA), to chat...
027 - 1-on-1 - Chris Perry at Nickelodeon
Will and Kathryn reunite with Pixar alumni, writer, director, and life-long mentor Chris Perry to discuss his approach to writing, how we can improve production workfl...
Announcement - BIG NEWS!
Kathryn and Will talk about their plans for 2024! Listen in to learn about what they are up to and how the podcast will be affected.If you have a topic or question you...
026 - Production - Storyboards - Learn to Use Them Effectively
In this episode, Kathryn and Will sail through the Storyboard stage. They discuss what storyboards are, how to give feedback on them, uncover common client-and-creativ...
025 - Hack - Using AI to turn Blogs into Scripts
In this hack episode, Will challenges us to think about ChatGPT a little differently and provides a few tips to use it as a production tool. And more importantly, reit...
024 - Production - Concepts - A Visual Sales Tool
In this episode, Kathryn and Will walk us through the Concept stage. They discuss the concept of a concept, how to better prepare for reviewing them, uncover common cl...
Will and Kathryn - I Loved This Conversation
In this bonus episode, Will and Kathryn are transported to another podcast hosted by Alex Salsberg. I Loved This Conversation is a podcast that explores conversations ...
Announcement - A Merry Unbirthday to Kathryn
Kathryn decided to record an announcement because she didn't get enough birthday wishes. If you have a topic or question you’d like us to cover, you can submit it ano...
023 - 1-on-1 - Alex Terrill at Terrill Productions
Will and Kathryn sit down with Alex Terrill to discuss what clients should know about video production, what to keep in mind for their budgets, things to avoid in futu...
022 - Hack - What the hack is an Animatic?
In this hack episode, Will and Kathryn describe what an animatic is and when to use one and provide a few questions to ask yourself when reviewing an animatic as a pro...
021 - Hack - 3 Things To Do Before Your Next AV Script
Will describes three ways to better prepare for writing your script. Whether you’re writing it independently, working with a team, or bouncing ideas off ChatGPTs face....
020 - Production - AV Scripts - A Writing Structure for Content
Kathryn and Will break down the first production step in their workflow: The AV Script. They’ll share helpful tips when scriptwriting for animation projects, talk abou...
019 - Hack - 3 Ways to Lower Character Animation Costs
Kathryn, our resident Character Animator, describes three ways to save time and money if you're price-sensitive but want to utilize animated characters for your projec...
018 - BYB - Understanding Character Animation Costs
Kathryn and Will discuss character animation, the production workflow for characters, and how specific changes to characters can impact production costs. They'll inves...
Bonus - Q&As with the Team
Kathryn and Will take a break from the show's standard format to talk openly about many different topics, including Artificial Intelligence, Project Management, Animat...
014 - 1-on-1 - Myke Connolly at Stand Out Truck®
Will and Kathryn ride with Myke Connolly, CEO/Founder at Stand Out Truck®, to discuss his thoughts on marketing strategies, how the medium of animation can be best uti...
013 - Hack - Avoid These Questions When Getting an Estimate
Will describes a quick hack to avoid certain questions when asking for an estimate. There is no such thing as a bad question, but try to avoid these at all costs when ...
012 - BYB - How To Analyze Animation Costs
Why does the cost of animation vary so much? In this episode, Will and Kathryn try to answer this question. Whether you've never worked with animation or you've create...
011 - Hack - Maximize ROI Through Repurposing Animated Content
In this hack, learn how to increase your ROI on animated content and maximize your assets by utilizing your video in new ways! Kathryn Taccone will walk you through ma...
010 - 1-on-1 - Alex Salsberg at PokeGravy Studios
Kathryn and Will sit down with the indie animator, writer, and teacher Alex Salsberg to discuss how he works with his clients to achieve a successful animation project...
009 - Hack - Organize Your Script for Animation
In this short Hack episode, Will gives away tips to think about script structure for animation. Generally, you may know what you want to say; you have to put it in the...
008 - BYB - What are Your Options for Outsourcing Animation
In our longest episode yet, Will and Kathryn review all of your options for outsourcing animated content. They explore DIY Options, Gig Economy Platforms, Freelancers,...
007 - 1-on-1 - Traci Wolfe at Amherst College
Open Pixel co-founders Will and Kathryn talk shop with Traci Wolfe, the Senior Director of the Amherst Fund at Amherst College. They discuss how Amherst utilizes the m...
006 - Hack - Create Guidelines for Your Brand Motion
For this Hack, Will describes a way to think differently about the brand motion when you’re re-doing old videos on your website or need to update those brand guideline...
005 - Hack - Tips for Working with Scratch Audio
For our first Hack, Kathryn describes a way to utilize Scratch Tracks and temp audio for your productions. This podcast is also uploaded to YouTube.If you have a topic...
004 - BYB - The Most Common Animation Terminology
A/B Testing? Rendered? Animarketing? Okay, we made that last one up.Often the language of animation can be confusing. Will and Kathryn break down which terms are essen...
Bonus - Conversations with Will at UC Denver
Get to know Will Colón! Listen in as he talks with a group of students mentally preparing to enter the creative economy. In this special bonus episode, Will chats with...
003 - BYB - Defining The Animation Production Workflow
In this episode, Kathryn and Will review what you should expect in a typical animation production workflow and offer advice on what kind of feedback should be given at...
002 - BYB - When to Use (or Avoid) Animation as Content
Will and Kathryn explore when it’s beneficial and when it’s detrimental to utilize animated content in your marketing strategy. We’ll provide examples of appropriate a...
001 - BYB - How to Utilize The Medium of Animation
In this episode, Will and Kathryn discuss options you might want to consider if you're looking to dip your toes into using the medium of animation for your business co...