Rob Johnston

Meet the Creatives

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I'm Rob Johnston, a designer and photographer based in New York City. I am also the founder of Meet the Creatives - a podcast that seeks to bridge the gap between entry-level creative professionals and the industry's best. Through the podcast, live events and various social platforms, I am building a community that connects thousands of entry-level creatives from around the world. The show has featured guests from companies like Facebook, Google, Snapchat, Twitter, Disney, Nike, Huge, Sesame Street, 20th Century Fox, Pentagram and more. Learn more: www. Linktr.ee/MeettheCreativesNY

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Rob Johnston

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Meet Suki Lopez: Actor, Dancer, Designer… and Nina on Sesame Street 🌈💛⭐📺 02.12.2025 51:41

Meet Suki Lopez: Actor, Dancer, Designer… and Nina on Sesame Street 🌈💛⭐📺 In this episode of Meet the Creatives, Rob Johnston sits down with actor, dancer, designer, and educator Suki Lopez, widely known for her work as Nina on Sesame Street—but whose creative journey reaches far beyond children’s television. Suki shares her early beginnings growing up in a Miami dance studio, her path through...

🎙 NEW EPISODE: Mid-Interview Plot Twist — I’m in Paula Scher’s House — Rob Johnston on What Does Your Mum Think? 06.11.2025 8:38

I’m bringing Meet the Creatives back next week 🎙— but in the meantime, here’s a little preview from my guest appearance on What Does Your Mum Think? with the boys — Michael Hindle and Kristian Shepherd. We got into some of my wildest pinch me moments — including the time I went to interview Seymour Chwast, and halfway through realized… I was sitting in Paula Scher’s living room. Total mid-intervie...

Best of MTC: AM I A FAILURE!? 🤔 17.05.2025 14:24

Best of MTC: AM I A FAILURE!? 🤔 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www. MeettheCreatives.org 📸 Rob Johnston's Instagram: Follow @_robjohnston 🌐 Meet the Creatives Linktree: Explore Linktree 🎥 Meet...

Best of MTC: Brian Collins x Chris Do Q&A Session – Recorded at COLLINS: in Brooklyn, New York 19.04.2025 1:16:05

Best of MTC: Brian Collins x Chris Do Q&A Session – Recorded at COLLINS: in Brooklyn, New York 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www. MeettheCreatives.org 📸 Rob Johnston's Instagram: Follow @_robjoh...

'Looking Back on the Early Days of The Handmaid's Tale' with Burton LeBlanc – Makeup Artist | Dept Head | Designer for The Handmaid's Tale 15.04.2025 9:18

'Looking Back on the Early Days of The Handmaid's Tale' with Burton LeBlanc – Makeup Artist | Dept Head | Designer for The Handmaid's Tale 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www. MeettheCreatives.org...

'How a Film Set Actually Works' with Colin Watkinson, Director of Photography on The Handmaid's Tale 15.04.2025 6:26

'How a Film Set Actually Works' with Colin Watkinson, Director of Photography on The Handmaid's Tale 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www. MeettheCreatives.org 📸 Rob Johnston's Instagram: Follow @_...

'Shooting Some of The Handmaid's Tale's Most Iconic Scenes' with Colin Watkinson, Director of Photography on The Handmaid's Tale 15.04.2025 5:38

'Shooting Some of The Handmaid's Tale's Most Iconic Scenes' with Colin Watkinson, Director of Photography on The Handmaid's Tale 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www. MeettheCreatives.org 📸 Rob Joh...

'The Reality of Being First on Set for The Handmaid's Tale' with Burton LeBlanc – 3X Emmy | 4X Guild | MET Fashion Award Nominated Makeup Artist | Dept Head | Designer for The Handmaid's Tale 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: 🖥️ M...

🚀 MTC Season Premiere: Can ChatGPT Give Good Career Advice for Entry-Level Creatives? 🤔 | With Rob Johnston 12.02.2025 5:47

Hey everyone, welcome back to Meet the Creatives! I’m Rob, and after a bit of a break, we’re back in action. Today, I’m keeping it real and breaking down five pieces of career advice for entry-level creatives—straight from ChatGPT. Some of it’s solid, some of it’s questionable, and some of it makes me wonder if AI is coming for our jobs (spoiler: it’s not). Plus, I’m sharing personal stories, netw...

What I WISH I Did in College with Rob Johnston 30.01.2025 5:04

In this solo episode from 2018, Rob Johnston—then 27 years old—reflects on the lessons he wishes he had learned in college. Looking back, he shares the skills and knowledge he overlooked, from networking to creative exploration, and what he would do differently if he could go back. Whether you're in school or years out, this candid take on personal growth and lifelong learning is one you won’t wan...

Best of MTC: Michael Bierut, Partner at Pentagram 29.01.2025 39:16

🎉 Meet the Creatives is BACK on 2.1.2025 with a brand-new season! To kick things off, we’re revisiting one of the most legendary episodes with Michael Bierut, Partner at Pentagram and one of the most influential designers of our time. Originally the Season 8 Premiere, this episode dives into Michael’s incredible career—from his early days at Vignelli Associates to leading major branding projects...

Best of MTC: Sarah Rebar, llustrator/Writer RETURNS!!!! 🤩 28.01.2025 41:08

🎉 The new season of Meet the Creatives is ALMOST HERE, and we’re kicking it off by revisiting one of our most beloved episodes with Sarah Rebar! Originally aired in 2024, this fan-favorite conversation highlights Sarah’s inspiring career as an illustrator and writer. From her nine years at Sesame Street (including creating muppets for Ahlan Sim Sim, a show for Syrian refugees) to illustrating boo...

Best of MTC: Unmesh Dinda, Founder, PiXimperfect 28.01.2025 26:15

On this episode of Meet the Creatives, Rob Johnston revisits his conversation with Unmesh Dinda, founder of PiXimperfect. Known for his approachable teaching style and expertise in Photoshop, Unmesh shares his journey to becoming a leader in digital artistry and building a global creative community. He offers practical advice for mastering Photoshop, fostering creativity, and overcoming challenges...

'From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be' Chase Jarvis, Artist, Entrepreneur, Bestselling Author + Podcast Host 18.10.2024 16:06

'From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be' Chase Jarvis, Artist, Entrepreneur, Bestselling Author + Podcast Host 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www. MeettheCreatives.org 📸 Rob Johnston's Instag...

Best of MTC: Tim Jacobus, the Illustrator Behind the Iconic 90's Goosebumps Covers 👻 18.10.2024 48:09

Best of MTC: Tim Jacobus, the Illustrator Behind the Iconic 90's Goosebumps Covers 👻 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www. MeettheCreatives.org 📸 Rob Johnston's Instagram: Follow @_robjohnston 🌐...

Best of MTC: Live AMA with Ben Crick, Apple Design Team , Former Partner & Creative Director at COLLINS 23.07.2024 54:23

Best of MTC: Live AMA with Ben Crick, Apple Design Team , Former Partner & Creative Director at COLLINS 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www. MeettheCreatives.org 📸 Rob Johnston's Instagram: Fol...

'Meeting Olivia Rodrigo at The White House' Hannah Cecille, Creative Producer at Instagram Live from The Walker Hotel in Tribeca, New York 22.07.2024 7:48

'Meeting Olivia Rodrigo at The White House' Hannah Cecille, Creative Producer at Instagram Live from The Walker Hotel in Tribeca, New York 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www. MeettheCreatives.org...

'The Importance of Maintaining Relationships' Ivy Ross, VP, Head of Design for All Hardware Products at Google 21.07.2024 7:51

'The Importance of Maintaining Relationships' Ivy Ross, VP, Head of Design for All Hardware Products at Google 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: - 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www. MeettheCreatives.org - 📸 Rob Johnston's Instag...

'Fame is a Spotlight, Mastery is the Sun' Brian Collins x Chris Do Q&A Session – Recorded at COLLINS: in Brooklyn, New York 21.07.2024 7:43

'Fame is a Spotlight, Mastery is the Sun' Brian Collins x Chris Do Q&A Session – Recorded at COLLINS: in Brooklyn, New York 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www. MeettheCreatives.org 📸 Rob Johnston...

Best of MTC: Pye Jirsa, Photographer, Educator, and Author 21.07.2024 37:30

Best of MTC: Pye Jirsa, Photographer, Educator, and Author 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: - 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www. MeettheCreatives.org - 📸 Rob Johnston's Instagram: Follow @_robjohnston - 🌐 Meet the Creatives Li...

Unmesh Dinda, Founder, PiXimperfect 18.07.2024 26:15

Unmesh Dinda, Founder, PiXimperfect 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: - 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www. MeettheCreatives.org - 📸 Rob Johnston's Instagram: Follow @_robjohnston - 🌐 Meet the Creatives Linktree: Explore Linktre...

Sarah Rebar, llustrator/Writer RETURNS!!!! 🤩 25.06.2024 41:08

Sarah Rebar is an illustrator/writer based in sunny LA. She earned her BFA in illustration and design from Syracuse University. For nine years, she worked as an in-house artist for the kid’s TV show, Sesame Street, drawing muppets and working on projects for TV, publishing, and digital. She collaborated to create new muppets for Ahlan Sim Sim, an international co-production for young Syrian refuge...

'How Mathieu Bitton Became Dave Chappelle's Photographer' with Mathieu Bitton, Grammy-Nominated Leica Ambassador, Photographer & Designer 22.04.2024 9:42

'How Mathieu Bitton Became Dave Chappelle's Photographer' with Mathieu Bitton, Grammy-Nominated Leica Ambassador, Photographer & Designer 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: - 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www. MeettheCreatives.org...

TBT: The Walker Hotel Presents MTC Live with Rich Tu, Partner, Executive Creative Director, Educator 18.04.2024 38:29

TBT: The Walker Hotel Presents MTC Live with Rich Tu, Partner, Executive Creative Director, Educator 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: - 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www. MeettheCreatives.org - 📸 Rob Johnston's Instagram: Follo...

'Looking Back on the Early Days of The Handmaid's Tale' with Burton LeBlanc – Makeup Artist | Dept Head | Designer for The Handmaid's Tale 18.04.2024 9:18

'Looking Back on the Early Days of The Handmaid's Tale' with Burton LeBlanc – Makeup Artist | Dept Head | Designer for The Handmaid's Tale 🎙️ Connect with Rob Johnston and Explore Meet the Creatives! 🌐 Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with Meet the Creatives and its founder, Rob Johnston! Here's how you can stay connected: - 🖥️ Meet the Creatives Website: www. MeettheCreatives.or...