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Apr 13
Things Have Changed, But You Still Have Control
Things have changed in the film and TV industry, but that doesn’t mean it’s over.Early access for The HEM Playbook is now open. Join the live workshop here: https://hollywoodeditingmentor.com/hem-playbook-workshop/In this episode, I share my honest perspective on where things sta ... Show More
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HEM Connect: Finding Work, Navigating the Industry, and Growing Your Network
In episode 78, I share the replay of a recent HEM Connect live Q&A and networking session from July 23, 2025. It was an open conversation about the current state of the film and television industry and what editors can do to keep moving forward.Topics covered include:Networking s ... Show More
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Why I Pressed Pause...And What’s Next for Hollywood Editing Mentor
After a short break from releasing new podcast episodes and YouTube videos, I’m back with an important update on what’s been happening behind the scenes and the future of Hollywood Editing Mentor. In this episode, I share why I stepped away, how I’ve been investing my energy into ... Show More
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An Editing Round Table Of Emmy Contenders!
Maura Corey is the picture editor of Gen V, a satire about young adult superheroes. Walter Schulz is the visual effects supervisor behind The Curse, a story about a cursed couple who are part of a reality show. These two creatives share how they got their start, their work proces ... Show More
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Licorice Pizza's Editor and DP On Breaking Rules with PTA
Andy Jurgensen and Michael Bauman break down the process behind making Licorice Pizza look, feel and sound just like the 70’s…
In this episode, we talk about…
How Andy got his foot in the door as an editor and built his career
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<p>This week, Matt & Oren rocket through a quick episode to give new directors some important advice, along with some tips for your first feature film.</p><br><p>Matt's Endorsement: Everything Everywhere All At Once // VFX & Chill</p><p>Oren's Endorsement: Euphoria Season ... Show More
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Just Shoot It is a podcast about directing, filmmaking and storytelling. Each week we interview your favorite up-and-coming directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We're all about getting ... Show More
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Episode 72 features editor Jamie Kirkpatrick, ACE and assistant editor Amanda K. Romero (a former student of the Hollywood Editing Mentor program), discussing their work on the feature film Greedy People, directed by Potsy Ponciroli and starring Himesh Patel, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Lily James. In this insightful conversation, Jamie and Amanda share valua ... Show More
<p>Matt & Oren chat with Professor Sahra Bhimji about working in film education to support & finance your filmmaking dreams!</p><br><p>Matt's Endorsement: Chevy Bolt & Righteous Gemstones</p><p>Oren's Endorsement: Case 63 & Krotos Studio</p><p>Sahra's Endorsement: ... Show More
<p>In this week's episode, Matt & Oren talk with Nikki Weiss about representing filmmakers!</p><br><p>Matt's Endorsement: Letterboxd on Instagram</p><p>Oren's Endorsement: Handbreak App</p><p>Nikki's Endorsement: Natasha Swingler</p><br><p>Contribute to the <a href="http ... Show More
<p>This week, Matt & Oren chat with the wonderful Jeanette Godoy about her interesting career and the path to directing her new comedy feature, Diamond In The Rough!</p><br><p>Matt's Endorsement: The Rehearsal </p><p>Oren's Endorsement: Nespresso Machine</p><p>Jeanette's Endo ... Show More
<p>Part 2 of Matt & Oren's conversation with DP Yuki Noguchi about filmmaker finances!</p><br><p>Matt's Endorsement: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@deanpeter2on/featured" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dean Peterson</a></p><p>Oren's Endorsement: Poor Things & ... Show More
<p>This week on the pod we are talking with director Tim Nackashi! We talk passion projects, budgets, and, most importantly, collaboration. </p><br><p>Check out Tim’s website: http://www.timnackashi.com/ </p><br><p>Unpaid Endorsements:</p><p>Oren: Kelly Erdmann on insta @k ... Show More