When I first discovered Evan Shapiro, he quickly became someone I deeply admired from afar—a trailblazer who broke free from the traditional corporate media mold to become “The Media Cartographer.” His maps of the ever-changing media landscape are more than visually captivating; they’re a powerful call to action, urging creators to seize control of their own futures. Evan’s story, from […]
Most creatives have no idea that they’re sitting on a gold mine. They may be thinking that their book, graphic novel, children’s book or YouTube channel is their main source of revenue, but they can be so much more. Sarah Hurley is living proof that that this is possible. She took the last $50 she had and created a multi-million […]
Let’s be real: the world of kids’ animation has hit a major turning point, and if you’re a screenwriter or animator—especially from a marginalized community—you’ve probably felt it. Once packed with huge opportunities from giants like Disney, Nickelodeon, and Netflix, the industry is now seeing big-budget cuts, with doors closing on pitches faster than ever. But here’s the inspiring flip […]