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SubscribeAlright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Jude Galle. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.
Hi Jude , thanks for joining us today. We’d love to hear about a project that you’ve worked on that’s meant a lot to you.
I had the opportunity to work on a blended 2D and 3D animated music video, with a painterly look and feel. We prioritized creative freedom, and the artists had a chance to put their vision into the work. The innovation and heavily stylized designs have a timeless aesthetic I hope will be appreciated in the coming years.
Our collaboration with the client was integral to achieving the final product. The style was a mutual discovery, and the client’s support allowed the artists to explore new creative directions. When the artists and the client are both proud of their work, you know the project is a success.
The experience highlighted the importance of true partnership, and working with clients who understand this created a rare environment. I will always cherish my role in the project, however small.
Jude , before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?
I began my career in international finance, focusing on currency and the French language. While studying in France, I discovered a passion for New Wave cinema after seeing À bout de souffle at a small theater. This experience stayed with me until my position at a color grading studio in Manhattan, which showed me the more technical side of video and commercial print production and the financial realities of razor-thin margins. These experiences were crucial in shaping my current approach to producing, focusing on the critical balance between artistic vision and financial viability. I progressed through producing and production management roles until landing at Magnetic Dreams.
Now serving as the Director of Finance at Armada (previously Magnetic Dreams), my role goes beyond financial tasks. Creative talent exists worldwide, but the budgets don’t always align. My job is designed to balance creativity, scope, and execution while building trust with our talented artists, internal teams, and clients to bring projects—large and small—to life.
At Armada, we are dedicated to empowering artists to articulate their unique styles and visions. We prioritize fair compensation and harness individual artistic expressions to produce captivating and authentic content. Creativity is intricately balanced with fiscal prudence, ensuring each project succeeds artistically and financially. This approach sets us apart in the industry and establishes us as a trusted partner for creative ventures—offering concept-to-completion content production services for any screen and style. We’re versatile not only in the content we create but also in the way we create it.
We heavily draw upon the experience of our expert leadership team—who, from humble beginnings in Nashville, have helped to shape the national media landscape over the last 30 years—to consult with clients and custom-build production pipelines to scale at volume to accomplish their goals with the maximum return on investment. From there, we work with globally sourced talent to create everything from simple spots to cinematic showstoppers on time and budget. We deliver exceptional media backed by an outstanding experience. Whether we work side-by-side with clients every step of the way or offer a turn-key solution that frees up their time to focus on other things, we give our clients the peace of mind that their projects are in the capable hands of a team that cares and will come through every time.
Are there any resources you wish you knew about earlier in your creative journey?
Certain resources, like access to mentorship programs and other professionals, would have been beneficial. Once you finish your education, finding a person(s) who can guide you through the early stages of a creative career can be difficult. In my case, this was the financial side, but it is the same principle. Artists could focus on their creative works if they knew of these avenues and the specific funding opportunities tailored for them to ease financial pressures.
In your view, what can society to do to best support artists, creatives and a thriving creative ecosystem?
A multifaceted approach is necessary in cultivating a thriving creative ecosystem. Some key strategies include education, networking, visibility via digital platforms (like yours), public art initiatives, and legal and financial assistance. Stabilizing artists’ incomes through financial support with grants and tax incentives is an essential need. These incentives should not be overly specific to large productions and should encompass a range that supports young creatives too. New talent rarely secures large productions, and there is so much new talent every year. These strategies could create a supportive environment where artists can flourish, improving both the community and the artists’ growth.
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