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Food stylist/photographer Alicia and writer Wayne share their creative journey and how they develop their personal brand and style in their photography and writing. What impact do Teenage Mutant Teenage Turtles have on Wayne’s writing career? How do family recipes influence Alicia’s decision to freelance?

Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/vyVzEhE0afE

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Alicia Chow is a food stylist/photographer/recipe developer. She is also running a blog to share her recipes and travel guides

https://www.instagram.com/poutandchow/?hl=en

http://www.itsaliciatingchow.com/

Wayne Rée is the author of TALES FROM A TINY ROOM and co-creator of the YELLOW PRINCESS kids series. His short story, MR MEMPHIS, was adapted and remixed into a comic by Benjamin Chee, and he has contributed to LONTAR: THE JOURNAL OF SOUTHEAST SPECULATIVE FICTION and PULP TOAST.

https://waynereewrites.com/

- THE FREELANCE CREATIVE EXCHANGE SERIES - The Freelance Creative Exchange Series is our first ever podcast about freelancing by freelancers. Every 2 weeks, we catch up with professionals over coffee at the PIXEL Studio and share stories about freelancing or anything in and around the topic. Each episode is about 30-40 minutes long and available in both podcast and YouTube formats. Hosted by CreativesAtWork co-founders Fanny and Jayce, you will find candid conversations with the creative professionals about freelancing and the gig economy in Singapore & beyond.

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How is blockchain changing the way the way we look at advertising and contracts? What is its potential impact on the Singapore media industry?

This week we speak to VIncent Lim, a media & entertainment Maverick about how his video-sharing app is using blockchain to change the way videos get monetized and connecting brands and influencers directly. He is also the CEO of Fanfare Global, the world’s first Blockchain-Powered Social Commerce Community

Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/g_WUuqKaueo

Catch up on all Freelance Creative Exchanges episodes here: https://creativesatwork.asia/fce/

Listen to the full episode on Spotify, Stitcher or iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/freelance-exchange/id1401167998?mt=2

- THE FREELANCE CREATIVE EXCHANGE SERIES - The Freelance Creative Exchange Series is our first ever podcast about freelancing by freelancers. Every 2 weeks, we catch up with professionals over coffee at the PIXEL Studio and share stories about freelancing or anything in and around the topic. Each episode is about 30-40 minutes long and available in both podcast and YouTube formats. Hosted by CreativesAtWork co-founders Fanny and Jayce, you will find candid conversations with the creative professionals about freelancing and the gig economy in Singapore & beyond.

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Have some questions, or want to be a guest on Freelance Creative Exchange podcast? Reach out to us at [email protected]

Making the decision to leave a full-time job to freelance is intimidating—and it’s not the right choice for everyone. Why do some of us choose to freelance ever the stability of a full-time job? What are challenges we faced as we transition into a freelancing career? Most importantly, is the switch to freelancing worth it?

Join us for another episode of Freelance Creative Exchange where we ask Joline and Melvin how they found the courage to make the leap from their established careers to becoming their own bosses. They share what they have learnt in hindsight and how full timers can equip themselves to switch to a freelancing career successfully.

Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/Y_ZUVN8EIDo

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Listen to the full episode on Spotify, Stitcher or iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/freelance-exchange/id1401167998?mt=2

Joline Lim is a passionate designer who specialises in Fashion Design by training, and self-taught in Graphic Design. Aside from design projects, she also strives in her quaint studio, managing her accessories brand, KLACE.

https://www.wearklace.com/

Melvin Sng joined HP as their employee in Asia Pacific to help launch their Partner Portal and eCommerce platform globally. He also won the CIO award during his time with HP. He has moved on to be a freelance digital strategist at Lean Brewery. He now manages, wireframes, prototypes and develops web and mobile applications for his clients.

https://leanbrewery.com/

- THE FREELANCE CREATIVE EXCHANGE SERIES - The Freelance Creative Exchange Series is our first ever podcast about freelancing by freelancers. Every 2 weeks, we catch up with professionals over coffee at the PIXEL Studio and share stories about freelancing or anything in and around the topic. Each episode is about 30-40 minutes long and available in both podcast and YouTube formats. Hosted by CreativesAtWork co-founders Fanny and Jayce, you will find candid conversations with the creative professionals about freelancing and the gig economy in Singapore & beyond.

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- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freelancecreativeexchange

- Website: https://creativesatwork.asia/fce/

Have some questions, or want to be a guest on Freelance Creative Exchange podcast? Reach out to us at [email protected]

How you manage talents, crew and partners in a multi-cultural and multi-lingual production?

Back in August, we presented a panel called “Your Worst Nightmare”, as part of our podcast party and it was well-received by our audience. We have conducted many surveys with our freelancers in the past and working with clients always comes at the top. This special episode is a sequel to the panel, featuring CreativesAtWork’s crew Fanny and Kyle. They share their worst nightmare stories about challenging clients and managing freelancers, especially freelancers from around the Southeast Asia region.

Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/axXbhyGn4mU

Catch up on all Freelance Creative Exchanges episodes here: https://creativesatwork.asia/fce/

Listen to the full episode on Spotify, Stitcher or iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/freelance-exchange/id1401167998?mt=2

- THE FREELANCE CREATIVE EXCHANGE SERIES - The Freelance Creative Exchange Series is our first ever podcast about freelancing by freelancers. Every 2 weeks, we catch up with professionals over coffee at the PIXEL Studio and share stories about freelancing or anything in and around the topic. Each episode is about 30-40 minutes long and available in both podcast and YouTube formats. Hosted by CreativesAtWork co-founders Fanny and Jayce, you will find candid conversations with the creative professionals about freelancing and the gig economy in Singapore & beyond.

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- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freelancecreativeexchange/
- Website: https://creativesatwork.asia/fce/

Have some questions, or want to be a guest on Freelance Creative Exchange Podcast? Reach out to us at [email protected]

At our recent podcast party on 30th August 2018 we invited back three of Singapore’s top performing independent creative professionals, now business owners who rely heavily on freelancers, (Shawn Toh, Alex Oh and Satya Purna) to share their experiences as a freelancer with the next generation.

Here are some of the top words of wisdom shared:

“Impress yourself 10x or more” – Fanny Tham, Chief Worker
It can be disheartening when you’ve worked so hard on something to experience an unimpressed client. Fanny discovered the power of this simple technique after working on 40 revisions!

“You are only as good as your last job?” – Jayce Tham, Chief Businesswoman
Referrals and repeat work are critical. Jayce suggests rather than disappointing a client by missing a deadline, ask for an extra day to finish up or polish the work.

“Make sure they know what they don’t want” – Shawn Toh, CEO & Design Director
Despite our best efforts, it can be difficult to meet the client’s expectations, especially when they don’t know what they want. To avoid this, Shawn finds he can get a clearer picture by asking clients what it is that they don’t want.

“If you can do within 1 minute, why not?” – Alex Oh, Film Composer
While none of us wants to be working on 40 revisions and 3-revisions is indeed the industry norm, at the end of the day we are all in client servicing. When deciding if you should work beyond the scope of your agreement Alex suggests giving your best or more. For the benefit of a returning customer, he suggests asking yourself this simple question.

“Charge 20-30% above average” – Satya Purna, Founder & Brand Strategist, ZAG Studios
It all boils down to money, we all have to make a living. You’re not getting CPF or employee benefits and you deserve to be paid for the benefits you can deliver to a client. Satiya suggests charging above average and then providing exceptional level service to prove your worth.

“No public shaming” – Fanny Tham, Chief Worker
Unfortunately, there might be times when situations escalate. Fanny suggests always seeking mediation during these difficult times and to avoid public shaming. The community is small, and you’ll be admired for taking the high road.

“You can fire the client” – Shawn Toh, CEO & Design Director
Perhaps one of the best privileges of being a freelancer is the ability to fire the client. You deserve to be treated with respect and paid on time for your services. Shawn recommends avoiding repeat work with clients who don’t meet their end of the deal.

Inspired by all those nature documentaries you watched on BBC or National Geographic? In this latest episode, Jayce and Fanny speak to wildlife photographer and videographer Tim Plowden and find out what it is really like to be one. What kind of qualifications and training are needed? How is it like to travel the world to work on different projects? What kind of danger has he faced?

Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/OVPwPwGp37o

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Listen to the full episode on Spotify, Stitcher or iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/freelance-exchange/id1401167998?mt=2

Tim Plowden is a wildlife photographer, videographer and author of wildlife, conservation and travel narratives. He is current working on the photo essay for OBW on wildlife conservation and a video for an international NGO about illegal wildlife trade.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimPlowdenPhotography/

Saving the Tonkin snub-nosed monkey:https://www.gofundme.com/SavetheTSNM

- THE FREELANCE CREATIVE EXCHANGE SERIES - The Freelance Creative Exchange Series is our first ever podcast about freelancing by freelancers. Every 2 weeks, we catch up with professionals over coffee at the PIXEL Studio and share stories about freelancing or anything in and around the topic. Each episode is about 30-40 minutes long and available in both podcast and YouTube formats. Hosted by CreativesAtWork co-founders Fanny and Jayce, you will find candid conversations with the creative professionals about freelancing and the gig economy in Singapore & beyond.

FOLLOW US

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creativesatworkasia/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativesatwork/

- Website: https://creativesatwork.asia/fce/

Have some questions, or want to be a guest on Freelance Creative Exchange Podcast? Reach out to us at [email protected]

INSURANCE FOR FREELANCERS | The Freelance Creative Exchange (#9) CHAN PEI LING

What kind of insurance should you get when you first start freelancing? How do you insure yourself for sick days and equipment? Who is responsible for your insurance when you are engaged for an overseas gig?

As a freelancer, you are responsible for insuring yourself. Unlike being an employee, there is no employer to cover you for illness and injury. But what kind of insurance do you really need?

We speak to Pei Ling in this episode to answer all your pressing insurance questions.

Chan Pei Ling is a Media Risk Consultant at Starlight Media Consultants, where she advises companies and media freelancers on good business practices, as well as coverage needed for feature films, documentaries, TV series, as well as corporate formats.

Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/dEDeVhXBNCo

Catch up on all Freelance Creative Exchanges episodes here: https://creativesatwork.asia/fce/

Listen to the full episode on Spotify, Stitcher or iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/sg/podcast/freelance-exchange/id1401167998?mt=2

- THE FREELANCE CREATIVE EXCHANGE SERIES - The Freelance Creative Exchange Series is our first ever podcast about freelances by freelancers. Every 2 weeks, we catch up with professionals over coffee at the PIXEL Studio and share stories about freelancing or anything in and around the topic. Each episode is about 30-40 minutes long and available in both podcast and YouTube formats. Hosted by CreativesAtWork co-founders Fanny and Jayce, you will find candid conversations with the creatives professionals about freelancing and the gig economy in Singapore & beyond.

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- Website: https://creativesatwork.asia/fce/

Have some questions, or want to be a guest on Freelance Creative Exchange Podcast? Reach out to us at [email protected]

“I don't even know how to work a PowerPoint, and now I have to do Instagram.”

Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/mIHYZAw1usU

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In this episode, we speak to funny women Judee Tan and Nicole Lee about creating comedy content for the digital platform, how traditional theatre is affected by digital disruption, the differences between the online audience from Singapore and Indonesia, working with Gen Z and hitting the big 3-0

Judee Tan wears multiple hats as an actress, director, writer and host. She has been one of Singapore’s funniest comedians for years – whether she’s reporting from North Korea as The Noose’s Kim Bong Cha, or playing nervous TCM practitioner Dr. Teo Chew Moi in Happy Ever Laughter.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/judeetan/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Judeelicious/

Nicole Lee is the CEO and co-founder of Fix Productions, a production house that specializes in comedic digital content.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fixproductions
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChrlVF-GdHm4X1tykEMmL5g

- THE FREELANCE CREATIVE EXCHANGE SERIES - The Freelance Creative Exchange Series is our first ever podcast about freelances by freelancers. Every 2 weeks, we catch up with professionals over coffee at the PIXEL Studio and share stories about freelancing or anything in and around the topic. Each episode is about 30-40 minutes long and available in both podcast and YouTube formats. Hosted by CreativesAtWork co-founders Fanny and Jayce, you will find candid conversations with the creatives professionals about freelancing and the gig economy in Singapore & beyond.

FOLLOW US
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- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativesatwork/
- Website: https://creativesatwork.asia/fce/

Have some questions, or want to be a guest on Freelance Creative Exchange Podcast? Reach out to us at [email protected]

“At the starting stage you may do things which you don't really want to do, but you have to do it because it's a job. So, I think being able to accept that is important, putting your dreams aside, just for a moment, and learn the skillset required.”

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When you promise to love a person 'till death do us part', what does it really mean? On the 11th of March, 2011, Yasuo Takamatsu lost his wife to the tsunami during the Great East Japan earthquake. Since that fateful day, he has been diving in the sea every week in search for her. Compelled and inspired to share Yasuo’s story, “I want to go home” was a documentary about the strength of human resilence and the power of love, with an accompanying book.

In this episode, we speak to director and author Wesley Leon Aroozoo on the process on conceiving both works, his filmmaker journey and what it is like to be selected for Busan International Film Festival after years of trying. What are his insights about the media industry and its future from teaching the next generation of filmmakers?

Wesley Leon Aroozoo is a filmmaker, writer and a LASALLE College of the Arts lecturer. His first full-length documentary, I Want To Go Home, made its world premiere at the Busan International Film Festival and was one of 10 entries shortlisted to compete BIFF ’s Wide Angle Documentary Competition.

Trailer: https://vimeo.com/231733790

Book: https://www.booksactuallyshop.com/products/i-want-to-go-home

- THE FREELANCE CREATIVE EXCHANGE SERIES - The Freelance Creative Exchange Series is our first ever podcast about freelances by freelancers. Every 2 weeks, we catch up with professionals over coffee at the PIXEL Studio and share stories about freelancing or anything in and around the topic. Each episode is about 30-40 minutes long and available in both podcast and YouTube formats. Hosted by CreativesAtWork co-founders Fanny and Jayce, you will find candid conversations with the creatives professionals about freelancing and the gig economy in Singapore & beyond.

FOLLOW US

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- Website: https://creativesatwork.asia/fce/

Have some questions, or want to be a guest on Freelance Creative Exchange Podcast? Reach out to us at [email protected]

"So, as a freelancer, you have to be responsible to the project, you can't double book stuff, if not, you just don't have the bandwidth. I mean, pitching is good, knowing how to sell is great, but you can't oversell as well. Then obviously, from the other end, please be fair to your freelancers, they're only human, they're not going to pull off X amount of work in Y time, that kind of thing. You work in the industry, you know what's humanly possible.

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What do employers look for when they hire freelancers? What are the opportunities for freelancing in gaming and Virtual Reality industries? How do they create a portfolio that will get them hired? How can they market themselves to employers? What can fresh graduates do to find jobs in these industries? Can creative professionals upscale themselves and switch to this industries?

Join us as we switch sides to speak to Ashima Thomas and Shawn Toh and learn about the hiring process from the perspective of the employers.

Ashima Thomas is the Co-founder & CEO of Warrior9 VR, an immersive content company that specialises in CG animated VR from Singapore. She is also the Chair of AsiaVR Association

www.warrior9vr.com

www.ThePhoenIXvr.com

https://www.meetup.com/asiavrsg/

Shawn Toh is a CEO and Design Director of Battlebrew Productions, a gaming company which specialises in mobile strategy games.

www.battle-brew.com

www.battleskybrigade.com

- THE FREELANCE CREATIVE EXCHANGE SERIES - The Freelance Creative Exchange Series is our first ever podcast about freelances by freelancers. Every 2 weeks, we catch up with professionals over coffee at the PIXEL Studio and share stories about freelancing or anything in and around the topic. Each episode is about 30-40 minutes long and available in both podcast and YouTube formats. Hosted by CreativesAtWork co-founders Fanny and Jayce, you will find candid conversations with the creatives professionals about freelancing and the gig economy in Singapore & beyond.

FOLLOW US
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creativesatworkasia/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativesatwork/
- Website: https://creativesatwork.asia/fce/

Have some questions, or want to be a guest on Freelance Creative Exchange Podcast? Reach out to us at [email protected]