From Intern to Publisher: Dave Franchini on Making Indie Comics & Kickstarter Success
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Welcome back to Talkin' Comics! This week, AJ Reimann sits down with Dave Franchini, longtime comic creator and former publisher at Zenescope Entertainment, to talk all things indie comics, Kickstarter, and what it really takes to survive as a creator-owned publisher.
Dave shares his journey from intern to publisher, how he balances multiple books at once, why Kickstarter is both essential and exhausting, and how conventions, collectibles, and community fuel indie success. We also dive into writing process, artist collaboration, marketing struggles, and the reality of comic burnout—without losing the love of the medium.
Whether you're a comic creator, Kickstarter backer, or lifelong fan, this episode pulls back the curtain on the modern indie comics grind.
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Chapters
00:00 Kickstarter Strategy and Comic Production
02:58 Dave Franchini's Journey in Comics
09:10 The Creative Process and Collaboration
21:36 Writing Techniques and Character Development
24:12 Crafting Comics: The Writing Process
28:51 Navigating the Convention Scene
32:37 Marketing Strategies for Creators
33:42 The Allure of Collectible Cards
38:59 The Challenges of Comic Production
48:21 The Challenges of Marketing in Creative Spaces
50:41 Navigating Self-Doubt and Building an Audience
55:27 Advice for Aspiring Creatives
59:47 Insights on Getting Published and Pitching Ideas
01:09:53 Pitching Unique Story Ideas and Upcoming Projects
01:14:02 Creative Inspirations and New Projects
01:15:24 Networking and Collaboration in the Comic Industry
01:16:49 Pitching Ideas and Storytelling Techniques
01:17:52 The Journey of Podcasting and Content Creation
01:18:55 The Importance of Community and Support
01:21:33 Fun Questions and Personal Insights
01:22:11 Favorite Characters and Influences
01:23:45 Current Trends in Comics and Reading Preferences
01:25:47 Living in a Comic Book Universe
01:28:30 Superpowers and Sidekicks
01:29:37 Final Thoughts and Future Endeavors
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