How Jeff Haas Helps Indie Creators Get Noticed | Comics + Kickstarter + PR Deep Dive

In this episode of Talkin' Comics, AJ sits down with Jeff Haas — teacher, publicist, comic book creator, and host of the popular podcast Traverse the Stars — to talk about everything from indie comics and Kickstarter campaigns to growing a podcast audience.We dig into:How Jeff got started helping creators get interviews & publicityThe secrets to a successful Kickstarter campaignThe economics of paying comic artists fairlyLessons learned from conventions & the importance of self-promotionJeff’s podcasting tips for hitting 1,000+ subscribersAnd yes… we even talk aliens 👽Whether you’re a comic creator, podcaster, or just love behind-the-scenes conversations with industry pros, this episode is packed with value and some laughs along the way.📢 Follow Jeff Haas:🔗 Traverse the Stars Podcast – @traversingthestars 🎙 Follow 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✅ Subscribe for more interviews with comic creators and pop culture voices!🔔 Hit the bell so you never miss an episode!⏱️ CHAPTER MARKERS00:00 – Intro & Welcome00:50 – How Jeff Haas Got Started in Publicity03:15 – Building Vector Publicity & Helping Creators05:14 – Defining Success for Kickstarter Campaigns06:13 – Turning Down Clients & Staying True to Your Values07:31 – Pricing & Keeping PR Affordable09:32 – Beyond Kickstarter: Other Projects Jeff Supports10:10 – Lessons Learned Promoting Indie Films13:24 – Jeff’s Comic Series: The End of All Terminus14:42 – What’s “Fair Pay” for Comic Artists?18:03 – AJ on Writing His Own Comic & Learning the Process22:18 – Finding the Right Artist & Avoiding Scams24:05 – Traverse the Stars Podcast – 4 Years & Growing25:43 – Editing Challenges & Why Silence Matters30:24 – Jeff’s Inspiration for Podcasting & Writing34:39 – YouTube Growth Tips: Consistency & Shameless Promotion39:26 – Comic Conventions, Tables & Press Passes41:25 – What Jeff Wants Listeners to Know (Publicist Work & Podcast)42:21 – Aliens: Do They Exist?43:44 – Favorite Superhero: Green Lantern47:22 – First Comics Jeff Read48:29 – Which Comic Universe Would You Live In?50:07 – Dream Superpower & Ideal Sidekick52:02 – If Life Were a Comic Book: The Title53:14 – Closing Thoughts & Future Collabs#TalkingComicsAfterDark #JeffHaas #TraverseTheStars #ComicBooks #KickstarterComics #PodcastGrowth #IndieComics #ComicBookCommunity #GreenLantern #ComicBookPodcast #PRTips #ComicBookCreators #KickstarterTips