Ladies Who Create

In this special season finale episode of 'Ladies Who Create,' Liz Meyer and Jess Rosenberg interview the extraordinary Jessica Hische live from Figma's Config 2024 conference. They discuss her early career, the spirit of generosity in the design community, and balancing a thriving career with family life. More about Jessica: Jessica Hische is a lettering artist, illustrator, and author based in Oakland, California. After graduating from Tyler School of Art in 2006, she worked at Headcase Design and Louise Fili Ltd. before going freelance in 2009. Her Daily Drop Cap project, where she created a new illustrative letter daily, significantly boosted her career. Jessica is known for her side projects like "Mom This is How Twitter Works" and "Should I Work for Free?" She coined the term “procrastiworking” and is active in the design community, serving on the Type Directors Club board and speaking at events worldwide. Her clients include Wes Anderson, USPS, Tiffany & Co., and more. Jessica has been recognized by Forbes, Print Magazine, and Adweek, and has authored best-selling children's books and "In Progress." Website [https://jessicahische.is/awesome] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jessicahische] Twitter [https://x.com/jessicahische] Threads [https://www.threads.net/@jessicahische?hl=en]

In this episode, hosts Liz Meyer and Jess Rosenberg sit down with the incredibly talented Maya Ealey, a prolific brand designer, illustrator, and author who has left her mark on some of the most beloved products in the tech industry (Getaround, Lyft, Asana, Square, and Yahoo - to name just a few!) Maya shares invaluable advice for aspiring creatives, insights into balancing client expectations with artistic vision, and exercises that help her hone her craft. Dive deep into the creation of her impactful book, "The Anti-Racist Vocab Guide: An Illustrated Introduction to Dismantling Anti-Blackness" and explore her thoughts on delivering powerful messages through her work. More about Maya: Maya Ealey is an author and multi-hyphenate creative leader based in sunny SF Bay Area specializing in art direction, brand design and illustration. Her love for color, technology, representation and nostalgia is reflected throughout her work. Maya is currently a Brand Design Lead at Yahoo where she's focused on brand evolution and expression across Yahoo's product ecosystem. Outside of her 9-5, she also maintains an independent practice as an editorial illustrator, working for a number of clients — including Harvard Business Review, The HuffPost, Independent Magazine, Rebel Girls, Apple, Eddie Bauer and Another Planet Entertainment. Her book, "The Anti-Racist Vocab Guide: An Illustrated Introduction to Dismantling Anti-Blackness" is available for purchase here [https://www.amazon.com/Anti-Racist-Vocab-Guide-Introduction-Anti-Blackness/dp/1797213172/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ip6D4jLKM2VqVTE7e_H780b1IlKxZHrxYClD6vb89Xg.Yoqr8Kao8v7a7HFL9ktSCCU7pqdDf0k7dcfXSoIDa8E&dib_tag=se&gad_source=1&hvadid=694467137931&hvdev=c&hvexpln=67&hvlocphy=9052283&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=2860608384147851684--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=2860608384147851684&hvtargid=kwd-2290259631532&hydadcr=8483_13545008&keywords=anti-racist+vocab+guide&qid=1720559213&sr=8-1]. LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayaealey/] Website [https://www.mayaealey.com/] Twitter [https://x.com/MayaEaley]

In this fun and engaging episode of Ladies Who Create, hosts Liz Meyer and Jess Rosenberg sit down with the dynamic duo Amy and Jen Hood, the brilliant minds behind Hoodzpah, a Southern California branding and design agency. The Hood sisters share their inspiring journey, detailing their work with industry giants like Google, Disney, and Target. They also delve into their passion for empowering startups through hands-on workshops and their acclaimed book, "Freelance Business and Stuff." Join the conversation to hear about their creative highs and lows, surprising career shifts, and insights on staying motivated and connected within the design community. Website: https://hoodzpahdesign.com/ Twitter: https://x.com/hoodzpahdesign

In this episode of 'Ladies Who Create,' hosts Liz Meyer and Jess Rosenberg engage in a captivating conversation with Kelin Carolyn Zhang, a dynamic designer who has transitioned seamlessly from roles in the tech and design fields to running a successful independent practice. Kelin shares her unique career trajectory, including her time at Ueno, her impactful experiences at Twitter, and how generative AI has revolutionized her creative process. Discover the inspiring stories behind her latest innovative projects like Poetry Camera [https://poetry.camera/] and learn how strategic career decisions and the influence of AI have profoundly shaped her path. Tune in for an insightful discussion full of inspiration and practical advice for any creative professional. More about Kelin: Kelin Carolyn Zhang is an independent designer, artist, and educator creating software with a soul. Her client practice focuses on 0-to-1 design and prototyping for novel AI products. She is also one of the creators of Poetry Camera, [https://poetry.camera/] a camera that prints poems of what it sees. Previously, she led design on Twitter Spaces, taught at School of Visual Arts, and was the first design hire at Ueno. Her past clients include Apple, Google, Meta, Uber, and many early-stage startups. She graduated from MIT with a Bachelor's in Computer Science. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelin-carolyn-zhang-84725521/ Website: https://www.carolynzhang.com/ Twitter: https://x.com/kelin_online

Join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Sneha Sankar, a leading independent designer. Sneha shares her incredible story of growing up with no designers in her family to becoming an influential figure in the tech and Web3 industries. We discuss her passion for typography, her experiences working in tech companies, and her venture into Web3 projects with her independent design practice. Sneha highlights the importance of mentorship, the power of sharing knowledge, and how she promotes design in various industries. This episode is packed with insights and advice for both seasoned professionals and those just starting out in the creative field. Tune in to learn from Sneha's experiences and how she navigates the evolving landscape of design. Twitter: https://x.com/snehasanks Website: https://snehasanks.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/snehasanks/