Panels & Pixels Feat. Jesse Sosa

In this episode, host Joel Rodriguez interviews Jesse Sosa, a versatile creator involved in both games and comics. Jesse shares his journey from working in the gaming industry at Gearbox, where he manages art outsourcing and direction, to transitioning into comics. He discusses his passion for storytelling across various mediums, inspired by his childhood love for comics and the desire to honor a late friend. Jesse also emphasizes the importance of balancing passion with production, managing time effectively, and the challenges of monetizing creative work in today's market.

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Chapters

1:01 Guest Introduction: Jesse Sosa

1:29 Jesse's Role in Games

2:55 Transition from Games to Comics

3:15 Inspiration and Early Influences

5:33 Honoring a Friend through Creativity

6:29 Comics vs. Games: Speed and Cost

9:35 Current Projects and Roles

11:48 Balancing Multiple Roles

12:20 Lessons from Gearbox

18:25 Managing Artists and Deadlines

25:28 Challenges in Comics Industry

29:20 Excitement about Comics

Connect with our Guest:
Website: thechancla.com
Store: dinoshop.store
Instagram: @skankerzero

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