When I was Art Director for Concord Confections I learned just how important the UPC codes were when designing packages. If you don’t place the correct UPC, if you’re off by any numbers you can face some hefty fines from[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
You might think that I could tell if the bottle was empty by just holding it, but not so. Like I said, the bottle is made of thick plastic and it’s difficult to tell how much is left in it[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
I went through a roller coaster of emotions today. When I arrived (just barely on time despite leaving my house just before noon for a 2:00 interview) I was really interested in possibly getting this job. Despite being interviewed by[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
I’m conflicted. I’d like to work in the candy and gum industry again. I had fun when I worked in that industry before and I did really good work for them when I did. But- That commute could be a[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
I’m guessing that nearly everyone who reads this probably have never heard of Pud before. I know I hadn’t, before I started working at Concord Confections with Dubble Bubble products. When it comes to comics with gum, nearly everyone remembers[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
I’m glad and not glad that I’m working on this project through Ed. In a way I’m not glad because there’s always a chance, like what happened here, because I’m working with a “middle man” and not speaking directly to[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Over the last several months, especially since I was laid off, many of these comics have had a depressing tone. Today’s comic has a more bright outlook to it. Will this last? Stay tuned…
I know I’ve discussed this in previous comics, getting a phone call from a recruiter who’s primary language is NOT English. (and before anyone says anything, NO, this isn’t some racist rant. I can’t comprehend why a company would hire[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
In the comic, at the end, I mentioned that I wound up illustrating all of the “Cops ‘n Crooks” second year package fronts (blister card & vehicle boxes) despite Marketing and the Art Department choosing to have the first year[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Yes, my job with Spirit Halloween happened in 2016 and yes I was drawing these comics in 2016 as well, but, well… I had my contact with the Creative Director on 4/5/16 I drove down to Spencer’s Gifts HQ in Egg Harbor, NJ[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…