Episode 2: Authentically You with Mitsuko Ono

Creative Catalyst with Lianne Baron

Today's guest Mitsuko Ono shares how she found her distinct personal style, how she uses JOY as a measurement of success, how limiting your resources can actually ignite imagination, where to find inspiration if you experience creative burnout, and shares advice for those just entering the immersive arts.
About Mitsuko
Mitsuko Ono is a Japan based creative artist known for developing surreal AR effects. She’s worked in post-production and digital advertising agencies before switching to AR in 2019. She has a background in multimedia design, motion graphics, and video editing. She’s created over 200 AR effects and is also one of the few members of the Meta Spark Partner Network since 2020.

Mitsuko has created effects for Meta, McDonald’s, Tinder, several Japanese brands, Unilever, celebrities like Miley Cyrus, Flume, and events like Coachella. She is featured in Meta’s recent campaign, Creators of Tomorrow and her works have also been featured in Meta Spark AR’s top 10 effects for years 2019 and 2020, Paris Digital Art Month and Cannes Lions.
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About Lianne
Lianne is an experienced Augmented Reality strategist and partnerships expert who most recently worked with Meta where she supported the world's top AR creators to create impactful experiences that leverage the latest in immersive technology. She has worked with the world's leading brands and agencies to design and execute innovative AR campaigns that drive engagement, brand awareness, and revenue.
Lianne's expertise lies in matching creators and compelling AR experiences that deliver measurable results, from product launches and interactive installations to marketing campaigns and educational programs. As an accomplished speaker and thought leader in the immersive arts space, Lianne is dedicated to sharing her knowledge and inspiring the next generation of creators and innovators.
Find her on Instagram and connect with her on LinkedIn.