Nobody’s Buying, So Stop Begging
Kevin Geiger recently wrote this sharp piece on the shifting realities of independent animation deals. His argument is clear: the old “pitch and pray” model is dead, and creators need to build instead of beg.
👉 Full article here: [link to original]
What struck me most is how closely this aligns with what I’ve seen: independent creators can’t wait for gatekeepers to say yes. Proof, traction, and direct-to-audience pipelines are the new pitch.
Curious to hear how others are adapting — are you experimenting with crowdfunding, soft launches, or direct-to-community models?
