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Michael Joy introduces a brilliant parody documentary that nails the absurd entitlement some clients project onto hardworking creatives. From “free tests” to endless requests for spec work, this satire highlights the ridiculousness of businesses expecting full output with no commitment. As a longtime creative entrepreneur, Michael connects this to real-world experiences in hospitality and moldmaking, where purchase orders often came with endless “terms and conditions” that undervalued small companies. Watch this short clip, then follow the link to the full video for the complete parody — it’s sharp, funny, and painfully accurate for anyone who’s been in the creative trenches.
Chapters / Timestamps
0:00 Intro – Michael Joy on why this satire hits home
0:23 Setup: the client who demands free work
0:53 RFP absurdities and entitlement humor
1:25 Real-world parallels: hospitality & purchasing culture
2:00 Why small creatives lose when “free tests” are normalized
2:20 Closing thoughts – link to full parody video
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Michael Joy Art, creative satire, spec work parody, client entitlement, free work satire, parody documentary, request for proposal humor, creative industry challenges, artist commentary, business entitlement humor, creative entrepreneur insights
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