Episode 30: Steven T. Seagle (Part 2), Co-creator Ben 10, Big Hero 6, Writer It's a Bird, Sandman Mystery Theatre, American Virgin, Batula

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Episode 30: Steven T. Seagle (Part 2), Co-creator Ben 10, Big Hero 6, Writer It’s a Bird, Sandman Mystery Theatre, American Virgin, Batula

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When it comes creating global franchises Steven T. Seagle breaks down the process of how some giant brands he’s created came to be. He breaks down the process of writing and how he began writing comics for the largest publishers in comics including, Image, DC, Marvel, Vertigo and many more.

Steven T. Seagle is an American comic book writer as well as a television, film and live theatre writer. He is one of the founding members of Man of Action Studios, which is responsible for Cartoon Network’s Ben 10. Steve has written many well-received graphic novels such as It’s a Bird and Get Naked, and has produced work with nearly every established publishing companies.

Omar and Steve go deep into all the works and inspirations that have led Steve through his extremely accomplished career. Many insights into the artistic process of creating and writing comic books as well as the collaborative process with other creators in the field are discussed.

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Topics Steve and Omar discuss

What to look for when you are considering someone as a mentor
The difference between a toolbox and a “fanbox” and when to know which box to use.
Knowing what message or story you want to deliver to readers, and how to accomplish it.
Creating a collaborative team through a shared passion, looking into the origins of Man of Action
The importance of everyone having a unique strength when you are being a part of a collaborative team.
The importance of pitching your ideas to the right people at the right time.
The process of growing as a company and hiring the right talent to strengthen your projects
How Image Comics broke onto the scene and the process of getting involved in writing with them.
Changing your writing process to work with the artist you are collaborating with.
How to keep your artists happy and motivated in the writing process.
The different iterations that Image has existed as a production and publishing company
How giving writers and artists the freedom to express their stories can lead to great work.
The changes of theme and stories and how different works can appeal to different audiences
Being open to different jobs and continuing to pursue careers that you have a passion for.
The importance of keeping valuable partners on projects with you when you enjoy creating with them.
How it feels watching a creation become a runaway success and how Ben 10 has become a global success.
Human experience and living is the greatest input in your life that can lead to creative output.

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Episode 30: Steven T. Seagle (Part 2), Co-creator Ben 10, Big Hero 6, Writer It’s a Bird, Sandman Mystery Theatre, American Virgin, Batula