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Works In ProcessThe How Creatives Work w/ George Garrastegui, Jr. Author: George Garrastegui, Jr,
The Works in Process podcast w/ George Garrastegui, Jr. is a series that uncovers creative methodologies from people doing inspiring work. Whether talking to a designer, an educator, or an entrepreneur, we learn HOW they do what they do. Through experiences and determination, WIP guests explore the techniques and inspiration that have helped them navigate their creative careers. Join me as I continue to elevate the creative process by shifting the focus to how we work over what we produce. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp Language: en Genres: Arts, Design, Visual Arts Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Bridging the Gap: From Classroom to Creative Industry
Episode 34
Monday, 29 September, 2025
Welcome to Works In Process / Ep 34 ---In this episode of Works In Process, host George Garrastegui Jr. announces the podcast's evolution toward a thematic season focused on bridging the gap between academic education and the creative industry. Recorded live at the One Club for Creativity's Educators Summit, the episode features a discussion with a panel of experts, including researcher and strategist Or Szyflingier, senior design manager Sabrina Hall, and creative director José López-Sánchez. They explore the importance of 'durable skills,' such as communication, teamwork, and self-advocacy, that emerging creatives need to thrive in the professional world. The panel also shares insights on effective teaching methodologies, inclusive curricula, dealing with failure, and the significance of show-and-tell activities to develop these essential skills. The episode aims to equip educators and emerging creatives with the knowledge and tools required for a successful transition from academia to industry.Enjoy!---Key Takeaways:Durable Skills Focus: The podcast shifts to emphasize durable skills essential for industry success, such as communication, self-advocacy, and teamwork, over traditional technical skills.Inclusive Education: Encourage incorporating diverse voices and perspectives within educational curricula to prepare students for a globalized and inclusive professional environment.Real-World Simulations: Implement methodologies that recreate workplace dynamics in educational settings to better prepare students for their future careers.Reframing of Failure: Students should learn that setbacks are part of the learning process and provide valuable insights, rather than viewing them as definitive failures.Collaborative Learning: Promote peer interactions and discussions to understand diverse perspectives and enhance collaborative problem-solving skills.---————CreditsEditor: RJ BasilioResearch and Transcription Reviewer: Or Syzflingier and Stephanie ErazoIntro / Outro Music: The System Has Failed Us - The Passion HiFi————Like what you just heard? Support the process and rate us on Apple Podcast and Spotify!About the Works in Process Podcast:A podcast series by George Garrastegui, Jr. — designer, educator, and curator. Works In Process is a collection of discussions that explore the creative process. I interview individuals to gain more insight into the ways they work and the projects they produce.---Subscribe to Works in Process via:Apple Podcast: http://wip.show/apple_podcastSpotify: https://www.wip.show/spotifyAmazon: https://www.wip.show/amazonStitcher: https://www.wip.show/stitcherYouTube:
