We're bringing Working Not Working's creative community together for cocktails and a conversation to support female filmmakers. Moderated by filmmaker Ondi Timoner, who has the rare distinction of winning Sundance's Grand Jury Prize twice, we'll discuss the future of women in film with a panel of Erika Olde, CEO of Black Bicycle Entertainment, Montea Robinson, Managing Director of Ghetto Film School, and Oscar-nominated director Jessica Sanders.
Read MoreJosh Cohen's Design Chops Inform His Unique Exploration Into Video
One of the coolest parts of WNW Member Josh Cohen's portfolio is on display in the project credits. The man is wearing a lot of hats. Director, writer, editor, designer, art director, producer. "It’s a special feeling and privilege, being able to have a vision, and have the end product be just that or something really close to it."
Read MorePablo Rochat's Instagram Hacks Are Works of Postmodern Art
Pablo's Instagram hacks, pranks, and disruptions are easily digestible in this age of ADHD, and easily releasable. Pablo also discusses the craft of using Instagram's guardrails to his advantage, whether he takes his pranking spirit offline, and what it's like to get paid by major brands to cause some 24-hour mayhem.
Read MoreDrinking Not Drinking: London
We're inviting our UK community to join us for a fun night upstairs at The Green Room in Hoxton on Thursday 5th April, from 6pm-9pm. Come say hey and enjoy a free drink or two. Friends are welcome but everyone has to RSVP.
Read More10 Things You'll Quickly Learn Starting A Creative Studio
MA'AM, an NYC creative studio that just turned 1, offers up 10 lessons they had to learn off the cuff. If you're looking to start your own studio at some point, this piece will give you a head start.
Read MoreWhat It Takes to Work at Work & Co: Meet Co-Founder Joe Stewart
Work & Co's Founder and Design Partner Joe Stewart tells us how Work & Co was born from wanting to get his design hands dirty again, and the internal trust that exists with having agency leadership learning and building alongside you. Joe also offers great advice on what it takes to work there, as well as what he looks for in prospective hires and their creative portfolios.
Read MoreSXSW Storytellers Lounge: Recap
We partnered with RYOT Studios to bring together some cool people from an array of industries in a relaxed environment filled with good conversation. The afternoon event was held at Javelina Bar.
Read MoreThen We Really Came To The End: On Andrew Essex’s "The End of Advertising"
What is advertising when there’s no more advertising to be found? Now that ad blocking software zaps banner ads. Now that cord cutting has killed the 30-second spot. What are traditional concepts, anyway, in the face of DJ Khaled posting a story on Instagram about Weight Watchers?
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Working Not Working Heads to the Land of Hemsworths
We're touring Australia at the tail end of March to kick back with our members in Perth, Melbourne, & Sydney. WNW Co-founder Justin Gignac will be giving a talk at the Emergence Creative Festival. We'll also host two Drinking Not Drinking happy hours.
Read MoreHow to Lose Your Mind Finding Your Next Freelance Job
My mind has always been a fair-weather fan, cheering me on when I'm producing wins at work. "You're so smart, Nick. A stable genius I tell you." But at my first mental fumble, he turns on me. It doesn't matter if I've given him two Super Bowl spots. Or that I'm a great dad. Or that I'm happily married. To the fair-weather fan in my head, I'm a failure.
Read MoreOvershare Podcast: Gemma O'Brien
For our 9th episode, WNW co-founder Justin Gignac sits down with Gemma O'Brien, an Australian artist and designer specialising in lettering, illustration, and typography.
Read MorePart Speakeasy & Part Speak Out, The Lady Factory Exports Empowerment
Earlier this week, a one-of-a-kind "pop-up museum" appeared in San Francisco. Named "The Lady Factory," it's part speakeasy, part speak out. Clemence Pluche tells us why it was the perfect time for "a super-shareable, ultra-Instagrammable set of installations embedded with stories and subtext about women’s real lives in 2018."
Read MoreMartina Paukova Illustrates Refreshing Moments When Our "On" Buttons Are Off
The common thread through all of these scenes is normal, non-performing characters. "Especially in this time and age, when everyone’s skin is out there, curated and self-published and regrammed, I think the idea of each of us when the ‘ON’ button is off is just fascinating.
Read MoreThis International Women's Day, Sense NYC Wants You to Celebrate 8 Queens Who Slay
it's time to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. Sense New York, an experiential marketing agency, has created a vibrant International Women’s Day initiative to #CelebrateWomen.
Read MoreWorking Not Working Acquires London-Based "Talent Fixers" The Backscratchers
Working Not Working has acquired London-based "talent fixers" business The Backscratchers. “We're committed to growing outside the United States to give our community greater access to global talent and opportunities," WNW Co-founder Adam Tompkins says.
Read MorePeter Rosch Shows You Creatives & Agencies How To Use Your Egos For Good
"It’s a pretty simple premise. When I have the time, I let agencies know that I am available to crush it for 48-ish hours on a range of very specific asks in exchange for a minimum donation of $1000." So far, 3 agencies have enlisted Peter's ego for more than $7,300 in donations to CASA for Children.
Read MoreDemystifying Blockchain + Crypto Panel: Recap
We invited the WNW community to Camp David for drinks, bites & a discussion to demystify blockchain, Bitcoin, & cryptocurrency. Attendees learned how this tech supports artists, enables unique connections with their followers, and provides new monetization methods for creators.
Read MoreWNW + Squarespace Happy Hour: Recap
WNW Members + friends were treated to drinks, light bites, and the chance to learn what working at Squarespace is all about directly from their Creative team. The Squarespace team also took sleek headshots of attendees.
Read MoreFITC Amsterdam Pub Night: Recap
To celebrate our partnership with groundbreaking design & tech conference FITC Amsterdam, we threw a closing party for WNW friends and attendees in one of the oldest pubs in Amsterdam, Schreierstoren.
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