In this open discussion episode, host Lee Smalt leads conversations about community building, professional boundaries, and the role of AI in creative work, with contributions from EJ Brieva, Kendall Hotchkiss, Moose, and Sam J.

This episode covers:

• Authentic community building: How Camp MoGraph creates genuine connections by focusing on shared activities rather than networking transactions
• Professional boundaries: Why doing free work when clients request it devalues your services, and the importance of 50-25-25 payment structures and contracts for all projects
• Industry collaboration culture: Why motion designers share processes and files more openly than graphic designers, attributed to specialized skills and less market saturation
• AI limitations and reality: Understanding AI as a reference tool rather than creative collaborator
• Strategic thinking in motion design: The importance of asking "why" and understanding client goals beyond just technical execution, especially for designers without advertising backgrounds
• Social media community building: Treating online relationships like real-life interactions with authenticity and boundaries, rather than chasing viral content or shortcuts

Upcoming Events:

• No meeting Monday, September 15th (Camp MoGraph conflicts)
• Next week's guest: Alicia Allen, Co-founder of Nice Moves Minnesota - discussing Discord community building and the Minneapolis motion design scene

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