THE FLIERS-ON-THE-WALL initiative

OBSERVE, LEARN & ASK QUESTIONS IN A REAL-WORLD MOTION DESIGN / ANIMATION PROJECT with PARTICIPATING STUDIOS.

Fliers-on-the-Wall {fotw} is an immersive project-based experience that allows participants to observe, gain insights, and learn about the creative process behind our projects. Participants witness how the studios produce, art direct, design, illustrate, animate, and communicate within a real-world studio setting.
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fireside chats

Erin Sarofsky

"What does it take to become a creative director?"

July 25, 2025
8 AM PDT
Erin Sarofsky is the owner and creative force behind Sarofsky Design, a leading motion design studio renowned for its visually compelling work across brand and entertainment. Erin will answer an FAQ for Motion Fliers.

Simon Dixon

"What is the role of motion in branding?"
August 28, 2025
8 AM PDT
Simon Dixon is the co-founder of DixonBaxi, one of the world's leading branding agencies. Simon will do a fireside chat about the role of motion in branding and how you can create unconventional and highly crafted work.

Jason Cook

"How to build an effective creative brief for production using design thinking?"
September 18, 2025
8 AM PDT
With over two decades of experience leading high-impact campaigns across design, animation, VFX, and production, Jason has worked everywhere from scrappy startups to global agencies. He thrives at the intersection of emerging tech and timeless storytelling. A visual strategist at heart, he translates brand vision into bold, compelling content—because image is everything.

Past Speakers

Margaret Orr

Long-form Animation Producer

Darrian P. Mack

Head of Animation Series Marketing @ Netflix

watch past sessions on the YouTube channel

Participating studios

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