It’s been 9 days since I quit my job. I’m used to week-long breaks so things don’t feel very different yet. I’m sure this will change soon.
Also doesn’t help that I’ve been busy with admin for Moonlight: documenting, delegating and articulating expectations for while I’m away on sabbatical. I’m giving it until the end of the month to wrap this up.
Studio Updates
Transition Planning: Franklin and Samson are set to run Helloworld while I’m away. Princess is on top of Main Squeeze. The other projects (wuruwuru, Independent Arts) will go on pause.
Hired Designers: Princess and I went through a month-long process to hire our first designers! We shortlisted six candidates and chose two. They’ll work with us for three months on Main Squeeze and other stuff.
Consolidated Google and Notion: I’ve moved all Moonlight domains into one Google Business account. I’ve also merged multiple Notion workspaces into one. This simplifies our billing and user management.
Documented Handbook: I wrote down some basic studio guidelines to help the new designers get started. Will continue to refine it.
Independent Arts: After failing to get two of the grants we applied for, I’m more resolved to set up a fund for creators. We’re splitting up Independent Arts into its own company to focus on research and grants.
Project Updates
Helloworld
Friends of 16 is now live! Check it out and sign up for a membership.
wuruwuru
Looking to sell/give out all Noro stools by month-end.
Main Squeeze
Jade and Princess shot our first campaign last Friday. Brilliant!
Website will be done in a few weeks and then we can launch.
Independent Arts
E Dey Happen #2 is in sound production and due this month.
Life Updates
It’s really exciting to be taking a break. I keep alternating between what is work and what is not (does writing this blog count?)
I’m in New York for a few weeks to kick things off. I’m thinking good food, the art scene, Black community and lots of girlfriend time. It’s also a good opportunity to reflect on the past decade of work and practise my storytelling.
If you have any recs, do share!