But how do you tell a story when there’s barely any footage of an artist’s early grind? We designed the show’s high-energy animated sequences and title design, infusing each episode with a visually charged, fast-moving aesthetic. Using a mix of bold collage techniques, kinetic 3D camera moves on 2D elements, and a frenetic editing style, we crafted a look that matched the adrenaline rush of overnight success. These animations seamlessly blended with live-action interviews and voiceovers, filling in the gaps and bringing the artists’ origin stories to life.

From a teenage Rihanna wowing music execs to Eminem’s relentless battle to break into the industry, Popped was more than just a docuseries—it was a backstage pass to the raw, unfiltered moments before superstardom. Developed by showrunners Jordan Roberts and Scott Firestone.