Favorite Typeface: Bodoni
Favorite Software: Illustrator
Dream Job: Graphic Designer TV and Film
Jacob Pote is a graphic designer who works in The Art Department for Television and film. A native of Detroit Michigan, Jake’s designs are characterized by a gritty yet classic aesthetic that reflects his hometown’s urban landscape. His education began at the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University, where he honed his skills and developed an immense admiration for classic typefaces and letterpress. He also is Passionate for classic movie posters of the silver screen, such as Creature from the Black Lagoon, Casablanca, and Indiana Jones.
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Runaway Production
Runway Productions: Leaving the Sign Behind
Runaway productions refer to film and television projects that leave Los Angeles to shoot in other states or countries where costs are lower and tax incentives are stronger. For decades, Los Angeles has been the historic center of the entertainment industry, but rising labor costs, location fees, and strict regulations have pushed studios to seek savings elsewhere. Cities in Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and several U.S. states aggressively compete with generous rebates and credits. While major studios may benefit from reduced budgets, the shift has strained local crews, small vendors, and support businesses that depend on consistent production work. The long term impact threatens the stability of middle class industry jobs that once defined Hollywood’s economic backbone.
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