Meet the Creatives

Meet the Creatives

I'm Rob Johnston, a designer and photographer based in New York City. I am also the founder of Meet the Creatives - a podcast that seeks to bridge the gap between entry-level creative professionals and the industry's best. Through the podcast, live events and various social platforms, I am building a community that connects thousands of entry-level creatives from around the world. The show has featured guests from companies like Facebook, Google, Snapchat, Twitter, Disney, Nike, Huge, Sesame Street, 20th Century Fox, Pentagram and more. Learn more: www.Linktr.ee/MeettheCreativesNY

Episodes

Best of MTC: AM I A FAILURE!? 🤔

May 17, 2025 • 14 mins

Best of MTC: AM I A FAILURE!? 🤔

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Best of MTC: Brian Collins x Chris Do Q&A Session – Recorded at COLLINS: in Brooklyn, New York

April 19, 2025 • 76 mins

Best of MTC: Brian Collins x Chris Do Q&A Session – Recorded at COLLINS: in Brooklyn, New York

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'Looking Back on the Early Days of The Handmaid's Tale' with Burton LeBlanc – Makeup Artist | Dept Head | Designer for The Handmaid's Tale

April 15, 2025 • 9 mins

'Looking Back on the Early Days of The Handmaid's Tale' with Burton LeBlanc – Makeup Artist | Dept Head | Designer for The Handmaid's Tale

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'How a Film Set Actually Works' with Colin Watkinson, Director of Photography on The Handmaid's Tale

April 15, 2025 • 6 mins

'How a Film Set Actually Works' with Colin Watkinson, Director of Photography on The Handmaid's Tale

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'Shooting Some of The Handmaid's Tale's Most Iconic Scenes' with Colin Watkinson, Director of Photography on The Handmaid's Tale

April 15, 2025 • 5 mins

'Shooting Some of The Handmaid's Tale's Most Iconic Scenes' with Colin Watkinson, Director of Photography on The Handmaid's Tale

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'The Reality of Being First on Set for The Handmaid's Tale' with Burton LeBlanc – 3X Emmy | 4X Guild | MET Fashion Award Nominated Makeup Artist | Dept Head | Designer for The Handmaid's Tale

April 15, 2025 • 5 mins

'The Reality of Being First on Set for The Handmaid's Tale' with Burton LeBlanc – 3X Emmy | 4X Guild | MET Fashion Award Nominated Makeup Artist | Dept Head | Designer for The Handmaid's Tale

🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives!

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🚀 MTC Season Premiere: Can ChatGPT Give Good Career Advice for Entry-Level Creatives? 🤔 | With Rob Johnston

February 11, 2025 • 5 mins
Hey everyone, welcome back to Meet the Creatives! I’m Rob, and after a bit of a break, we’re back in action. Today, I’m keeping it real and breaking down five pieces of career advice for entry-level creatives—straight from ChatGPT. Some of it’s solid, some of it’s questionable, and some of it makes me wonder if AI is coming for our jobs (spoiler: it’s not). Plus, I’m sharing personal stories, networking fails, and why deleting Tik...
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What I WISH I Did in College with Rob Johnston

January 30, 2025 • 5 mins
In this solo episode from 2018, Rob Johnston—then 27 years old—reflects on the lessons he wishes he had learned in college. Looking back, he shares the skills and knowledge he overlooked, from networking to creative exploration, and what he would do differently if he could go back. Whether you're in school or years out, this candid take on personal growth and lifelong learning is one you won’t want to miss.🎙️ Connect with Rob John...
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Best of MTC: Michael Bierut, Partner at Pentagram

January 28, 2025 • 39 mins
🎉 Meet the Creatives is BACK on 2.1.2025 with a brand-new season! To kick things off, we’re revisiting one of the most legendary episodes with Michael Bierut, Partner at Pentagram and one of the most influential designers of our time. Originally the Season 8 Premiere, this episode dives into Michael’s incredible career—from his early days at Vignelli Associates to leading major branding projects for The New York Times, Mastercard...
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Best of MTC: Sarah Rebar, llustrator/Writer RETURNS!!!! 🤩

January 28, 2025 • 41 mins
🎉 The new season of Meet the Creatives is ALMOST HERE, and we’re kicking it off by revisiting one of our most beloved episodes with Sarah Rebar! Originally aired in 2024, this fan-favorite conversation highlights Sarah’s inspiring career as an illustrator and writer. From her nine years at Sesame Street (including creating muppets for Ahlan Sim Sim, a show for Syrian refugees) to illustrating books for Michelle Obama’s Netflix se...
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Best of MTC: Unmesh Dinda, Founder, PiXimperfect

January 28, 2025 • 26 mins
On this episode of Meet the Creatives, Rob Johnston revisits his conversation with Unmesh Dinda, founder of PiXimperfect. Known for his approachable teaching style and expertise in Photoshop, Unmesh shares his journey to becoming a leader in digital artistry and building a global creative community. He offers practical advice for mastering Photoshop, fostering creativity, and overcoming challenges. This episode marks the official ...
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'From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be' Chase Jarvis, Artist, Entrepreneur, Bestselling Author + Podcast Host

October 18, 2024 • 16 mins

'From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be' Chase Jarvis, Artist, Entrepreneur, Bestselling Author + Podcast Host

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Best of MTC: Tim Jacobus, the Illustrator Behind the Iconic 90's Goosebumps Covers 👻

October 18, 2024 • 48 mins

Best of MTC: Tim Jacobus, the Illustrator Behind the Iconic 90's Goosebumps Covers 👻

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Best of MTC: Live AMA with Ben Crick, Apple Design Team , Former Partner & Creative Director at COLLINS

July 23, 2024 • 54 mins

Best of MTC: Live AMA with Ben Crick, Apple Design Team , Former Partner & Creative Director at COLLINS  

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'Meeting Olivia Rodrigo at The White House' Hannah Cecille, Creative Producer at Instagram Live from The Walker Hotel in Tribeca, New York

July 22, 2024 • 7 mins

'Meeting Olivia Rodrigo at The White House' Hannah Cecille, Creative Producer at Instagram Live from The Walker Hotel in Tribeca, New York

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'The Importance of Maintaining Relationships' Ivy Ross, VP, Head of Design for All Hardware Products at Google

July 21, 2024 • 7 mins
'The Importance of Maintaining Relationships' Ivy Ross, VP, Head of Design for All Hardware Products at Google🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: - 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www.MeettheCreatives.org - 📸 Rob Johnston's Instagram: Follow @_robjohnston - ...
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'Fame is a Spotlight, Mastery is the Sun' Brian Collins x Chris Do Q&A Session – Recorded at COLLINS: in Brooklyn, New York

July 21, 2024 • 7 mins

'Fame is a Spotlight, Mastery is the Sun' Brian Collins x Chris Do Q&A Session – Recorded at COLLINS: in Brooklyn, New York

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Best of MTC: Pye Jirsa, Photographer, Educator, and Author

July 21, 2024 • 37 mins
Best of MTC: Pye Jirsa, Photographer, Educator, and Author🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: - 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www.MeettheCreatives.org - 📸 Rob Johnston's Instagram: Follow @_robjohnston - 🌐 Meet the Creatives Linktree: Explore Linktree - ...
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Unmesh Dinda, Founder, PiXimperfect

July 17, 2024 • 26 mins
Unmesh Dinda, Founder, PiXimperfect 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: - 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www.MeettheCreatives.org - 📸 Rob Johnston's Instagram: Follow @_robjohnston - 🌐 Meet the Creatives Linktree: Explore Linktree - 🎥 Meet the Creative...
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Sarah Rebar, llustrator/Writer RETURNS!!!! 🤩

June 25, 2024 • 41 mins
Sarah Rebar is an illustrator/writer based in sunny LA. She earned her BFA in illustration and design from Syracuse University. For nine years, she worked as an in-house artist for the kid’s TV show, Sesame Street, drawing muppets and working on projects for TV, publishing, and digital. She collaborated to create new muppets for Ahlan Sim Sim, an international co-production for young Syrian refugees, funded by the MacArthur genius...
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