Haunted Hotels & Noir Mysteries: The Making of “Do Not Disturb” with Jarod Roe

Step inside the creative world of Do Not Disturb with writer Jarod Hunter Roe, co-creator of this noir-inspired detective mystery published by Invader Comics. Host AJ Reimann talks with Jarod about his start in Hollywood, writing partnerships, creative collaboration, and bringing a ghostly hotel to life on the comic page.Jarod shares how Do Not Disturb came together—from screenplay roots to a full indie comic release—and the lessons he’s learned about patience, teamwork, and trusting the process.💬 Topics include:Transitioning from film to comicsWriting partnerships and creative chemistryThe art of collaboration between writer, artist, and coloristAdvice for new comic creatorsA look at Invader Comics and Blue Fox Comics🔗 Follow Jarod: Instagram @jarodhroe🎧 Subscribe for more creator conversations and deep dives into the world of indie comics on Talking Comics!✨ Special Mentions/Sponsors:We thank everyone for watching and supporting!Thank you to Amped Comics for partnering with us and offering you 10% off your order using code TCP10 https://ampedcomics.com/discount/TCP10👉 Hit the Kickstarter “Remind Me” button to follow the project launch (coming early 2026). https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/...👉 Subscribe to Talking Comics for more creator interviews, comics talk, and behind-the-scenes updates. https://linktr.ee/Talkin_Comics_Podcast⏱️ Chapter Markers00:00 – Intro / Welcome to Talking Comics AFTER Dark01:00 – Meet Jarod Hunter Roe03:00 – From Hollywood to Comics05:00 – Creating Do Not Disturb07:00 – Submitting to Invader Comics09:00 – Writing Partnerships & Collaboration13:00 – The Story Behind Do Not Disturb16:00 – Building the World and Tone19:00 – Comic Creation Tips & Lessons22:00 – The Power of Color and Art Direction26:00 – Conventions & Fan Interaction30:00 – AJ’s Comic Journey & Panel Pete38:00 – Kickstarter Talk & Indie Comic Plans42:00 – Favorite Comics & Influences44:00 – Fun Rapid-Fire Questions48:00 – What’s Next for Jarod Roe50:00 – Where to Find Jarod Online52:00 – Closing Thoughts & Subscribe#TalkingComics #ComicPodcast #DoNotDisturb #InvaderComics #IndieComics #ComicBookWriters #ComicCreators #JarodRoe #ComicInterview #ComicsCommunity #GraphicNovel #ComicArt #CreativeProcess #ComicWriting #BlueFoxComics #ComicBookPodcast #NoirComics #HauntedHotel #Storytelling #TalkingComicsAfterDark