In episode 52, I chat with Academy Award-nominated editor Christopher Tellefsen, ACE (Moneyball, A Quiet Place, The Menu). We talk about how Christopher edited the movie Nyad and the process to becoming a highly sought-after editor. We unravel the intricate process behind editing the compelling film Nyad. Christopher graciously shares insights into the behind-the-scenes work that brought Diana Nyad's inspiring story to life on screen. This captivating tale showcases her remarkable 110-mile...

Annette Davey, ACE (Pam & Tommy, The Estate, Maid) shares her valuable insights on how having a great personality can be a game-changer for film and television editors looking to land exciting job opportunities and progress in their careers. Discover the subtle yet impactful ways a positive personality can make a difference in the cutting room. Annette's wealth of experience and expertise in the industry adds a unique perspective to this engaging conversation, making it a must-listen for...

In this special episode we have two incredible guests, Garret Donnelly and Geofrey Hildrew, ACE, who talk about their experience working on the Netflix limited series, Painkiller. They share the secrets behind bringing this gripping series to life and their close collaboration with director Peter Berg to establish its unique tone and style. But that’s not all. In this episode, you’ll also discover: How Peter Berg encouraged Garret and Geof to “be fearless” with their editing.Garret and Geof’s...

In this episode, you'll have the chance to meet Jorge, a former mentee of mine and the second person ever to join our program. Together, we embarked on a journey of private one-on-one mentoring sessions that ultimately led Jorge to transition from working in Spanish-language news to an exciting career in film & scripted television. You'll hear about Jorge's unique experience, the challenges he faced, and how he navigated the transition. It's a candid conversation that showcases the...

Join me for an illuminating episode featuring a panel of post-production experts. In this discussion, explore the art of balancing technical precision and creative flair across various projects. Meet the Panelists: Eric Marks: Supervising Sound Editor at Transported AudioJohn Rafanelli: Editor, Survival of the ThickestAlex Ivany: Editor, Ifine: BeautyFady Jeanbart: Editor, Til Death Do Us PartKara Talve and Anže Rozman: Emmy-Nominated Composing Duo, Prehistoric PlanetHighlights from the...

In this episode I moderate a discussion with Emmy-nominated post-production professionals who have left their mark on acclaimed television shows. Meet the Panelists: Lehnah Glikson: Music Editor, Stranger ThingsRussell Griffin, ACE: Editor, How I Met Your FatherLaura Zempel, ACE: Editor, BeefNat Fuller: Editor, BeefHighlights from the Discussion: • Discover the diverse roles of our Emmy-nominated panelists and their journeys in the industry. • Explore the art of balancing character-driven...

In Episode 46 we take a dive into the world of reality television editing. I'm joined by the Emmy-nominated editors of VANDERPUMP RULES who share their insights and experiences in shaping the show's captivating narrative. Learn about the editors' unique journeys that led them to VANDERPUMP RULES and get a behind-the-scenes look at their daily workflow in the edit bay. Explore their favorite moments from the show and how collaboration thrives in a project with multiple editors. Discover the...

Venture into the world of documentary editing with the Emmy-nominated editors of Welcome to Wrexham.   Discover how fan culture inspired their work, their strategies for balancing emotion and energy, and the impact of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's involvement on the series. Explore the editors' favorite sequences and their role in the overarching story, as well as how editing amplifies the voices of community and team members. Gain insights into personal connections to football (or...

Hear all about the editing of HBO's A Black Lady Sketch Show from Emmy-nominated editors Stephanie Filo, ACE, Taylor Joy Mason, ACE, and Malinda Zehner Guerra, who take us through their journey of maintaining the show's authenticity and cultural resonance. They reveal the artistry behind preserving the distinct voice of A Black Lady Sketch Show through skillful editing techniques. Stephanie, Taylor, and Malinda share their insights into shaping comedic timing, pacing, and delivery, offering...

Get ready for an enlightening episode as we start a new series called Meet The Mentee. This is where I interview a former mentee of the Hollywood Editing Mentor Program to share their stories and experiences of how they've been able to accomplish their goals in the post-production industry. In episode 43, I talk with Will Truesdell who was part of my first Break Into Scripted course. Will shares his remarkable journey from being a mentee to feature film assistant editor and  working with...

Academy Award-nominated editor Alex Rodríguez (Mosul, Children of Men) talks about his experience cutting adrenaline-pumping action sequences - including an amazing 21-minute "oner" - in the film, Extraction 2! Alex reveals his unique process and techniques for crafting breathtaking action scenes that have left audiences on the edge of their seats. From the challenges he faced to the creative decisions that shaped the final product, you'll gain invaluable knowledge from a true master of the...

In episode #41, we learn about the remarkable life journey of author and award-winning journalist, Humberto Gurmilan, a true embodiment of living with courage, facing adversity, and adapting to change. At the young age of 15, Humberto's life took a dramatic turn when a surfing accident left him paralyzed from the neck down. Despite the immense challenges he faced, Humberto's indomitable spirit and unwavering determination propelled him to rewrite the boundaries of what is possible. Through...

Monica Salazar (Honey Boy, As They Made Us) talks about her experience co-editing Bardo: False Chronicle of a Handful of Truths with Academy Award-winning director Alejandro González Iñárritu.   We also discuss ways to deal with burnout and how to overcome imposter syndrome - and what makes a good taco 🌮 Key takeaways include: Monica's path to collaborating with director Alejandro Gonzalez IñarrituHow Monica has found mentorsMonica's experience obtaining a US work visaA look at the Blue...

I’m talking to Yvette Amirian, ACE on episode 39 and Yvette has built a successful editing career by transitioning seamlessly between scripted and documentary content for the better part of two decades. We get to hear about her experience cutting her most recent project The Integrity of Joseph Chambers, a new scripted feature directed by critically acclaimed filmmaker Robert Machoian. We also discuss the topic of career decisions and how to pick a career path that is right for you because...

I’m talking to award-winning editor James Wilcox, ACE on episode 38 and he talks about his career journey from starting in news in Atlanta to now being Ron Howard’s editor, having cut Hillbilly Elegy  for the Oscar-winning director and most recently Thirteen Lives which we are gonna hear all about the editing of that film today.  He’ll also share advice for anyone that is looking to make their way to cutting feature films. James and I also discuss how to make a good first impression with...

Emmy-winning editor Aaron Butler, ACE talks about transitioning from documentaries to film & scripted television editing, finding emotion in performances, how to become a better storyteller, and shares his experience editing the hit HBO series, Euphoria. Watch the video version of this episode on the Hollywood Editing Mentor YouTube Channel! Other key takeaways from this episode include: How Aaron decided to leave behind a law career to become a filmmakerThe importance of connecting...

Timothy Good, ACE is an editor know for THE LAST OF US, THE UMBRELLA ACADEMY, FRINGE, and GOSSIP GIRL. Key takeaways from Episode 36 of the Hollywood Editing Mentor Podcast : Timothy's journey to editing high-profile television showsHow Timothy got the job on THE LAST OF USBeing open and ready for new career opportunitiesWhat makes a good mentorBeing vulnerable as an editorThe importance of creative feedbackDid Timothy play the game before working on HBO's THE LAST OF US?Timothy's experience...

An all new season of the Hollywood Editing Mentor Podcast premieres Tuesday February 14th with The Last of Us editor Timothy Good, ACE! The podcast now comes with a complete video experience on YouTube. SUBSCRIBE to the Hollywood Editing Mentor YouTube channel so you never miss a new episode!

Doing something a little different on episode 35 of the Hollywood Editing Mentor Podcast. Gonna be talking all about health & wellness, something that I’m truly interested in and get excited about.  It’s a topic that I hadn’t touched upon in a while and something that I wanted to do again on this show, but was just waiting to meet the right person to do it with.  And that person happens to be my guest on episode 35 - Lydia Hurlbut is CEO of the Filmmakers Academy, which was founded in...

Joanna Naugle and Adam Epstein, ACE talk about their experience editing the hit FX series The Bear and share advice on making the transition from working on unscripted to scripted content. CLICK HERE to join the Hollywood Editing Mentor community! SUBSCRIBE and leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts! Original Music: "Apollo's Haze" and "Do You Want" by Jesusdapnk Facebook: www.fb.com/jesusdapnk Soundcloud: www.soundcloud.com/jesusdapnk Instagram: @jesusdapnk

My guest on episode 33 is Emmy-winning editor Vikash “Viks” Patel – who was one of the editors on the hit Netflix series Ozark, which recently concluded its four-season run. Viks was with the show since its inception and was nominated for an Emmy for his work on the episode “Fire Pink” from season 3. He shares how the series was shaped in the cutting room and gives us a look at his approach to editing some of his favorite scenes. His other notable credits include The Morning Show, Five Days...

Learn all about the wonderful world of animation editing from Felipe Salazar (Big Mouth, Human Resources) and how you can land a job on an animated series. Felipe and I also discuss the following: Felipe’s break into animation editingHow dialogue editing sparked his interest in animationAnimation editing being a highly technical jobThe career path of an animation editorThe similarities and differences between live action and animation editingThe importance of asking for things A look at the...

Eddie Hamilton, ACE became interested in filmmaking at age 8 and started working in post-production at age 17. He is one of the most dedicated, hard-working, and talented editors working in Hollywood today and joins me on this episode to talk about his experience cutting Top Gun: Maverick. After 23 years in the industry, Eddie has cut over 20 feature films including the next chapters of the Mission Impossible movies series, Kingsman: The Secret Service, X-Men:  First Class, and Kick...

The idea of moving to a new city without a  job or any contacts can be scary and intimidating, but these feelings shouldn't prevent you from moving forward with your plans. There are a lot of things that you can do prior to such a move  that'll make that transition much easier and less stressful. This is what I discuss with editor Iain Erskine, ACE (TRUE STORY, PENNY DREADFUL: CITY OF ANGELS, NARCOS: MEXICO, MANHUNT: UNABOMBER) on this episode and he shares his experience of moving from...

Learning to be a leader and a well-rounded filmmaker are certainly two things that will help you stand out as an editor. A big part of being an editor is having good leadership skills in order to motivate and enable others to contribute towards the success of a production. Also being more knowledgeable of other subjects like cinematography, screenwriting, directing, music composition, or sound design can help you communicate more effectively with other creatives and lead to a long-lasting,...