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 filmmaker
- The importance of connecting with other creatives
- The emotional and logical side of storytelling
- How editors can benefit from therapy
- The importance of having a supportive partner
- How working with Kanye West led to getting the job on Euphoria
- How the editors of Euphoria pick music for scenes
- Aaron's personal connection to episode 205 from Euphoria
- Why having lunch with co-workers is important for creativity
- Aaron's approach to pacing a scene
- Practical advice from Aaron on how to start a filmmaking career
Original Music: "Apollo's Haze" and "Do You Want" by Jesusdapnk
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