Comics Experience Podcast
The Comics Experience Podcast provides ~15 minutes of advice per episode on all aspects of creating comics and breaking in to the industry. Join Comics Experience founder and former Marvel and IDW Editor Andy Schmidt and his co-host Gamal Hennessy as they discuss making comics!
Do you have a question about making comics you’d like to hear discussed on the podcast? Email us at info@comicsexperience.com.
Episode #88 – What Traditional College Courses Help Make Comics?
Comics 101 is never full: this episode Andy and Joey talk about what traditional college courses impact their comics work and life.
Episode #87 – Similar Ideas
You’re developing a pitch or idea or even starting to produce your comic… and you open Previews and see a similar idea. Andy and Joey talk about what happens when you see a similar concept.
Episode #86 – Digital and Motion Comics
This episode Andy and Joey talk digital and motion comics, including “enhancing” reader experiences and the differences in making content for static panels and “moving” images.
Episode #85 – Contracts for New Writers and Artists
Contracts for new writers and artists working together: some basic whats, why, and hows to think about when collaborating.
Episode #84 – New Year’s Resolute
2015… the year we make comics …more comics. Kick off the new year with a conversation about time management and choosing which levers to pull when and for how long, and being resolute in the new year.
Episode #83 – Making Comics During the Holidays
Andy and Joey talk about making the most of making comics during the holidays, including planning time to *not* make comics.
Episode #82 – Why Kickstart a Comic with Gannon Beck
Gannon Beck (Space Corps) joins Andy and Joey for a discussion about why Kickstart a comic, and some Kickstarter basics.
Episode #81 – Leading the Eye Around a Page
Leading the eye around a page – how do you design a page where a reader can easily follow the flow and action? What are some considerations with realistic deadlines and experience levels?
Episode #80 – Becoming an Editor with Nicole Boose
Editor Nicole Boose (Marvel, Millarworld), talks about becoming an editor, job duties, and advice on getting started.
Episode #79 – NYCC Wrap Up, Getting Stuck
The topics are NYCC booth and personal goals wrap up; and a question about getting your foot in the door in one job, and then getting stuck in a job and role that’s not your end goal.