Ep. 37 - The Role of Emotion in Storytelling ...

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

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

As an editor, should you specialize in documentary film or narrative film? Who says you can’t do both? Editor Daniel Garber proves it’s possible, sharing his unique approach to editing some of his most recent projects. He dives into the nuances of pacing, note-taking, and the art ...  Show more

In this episode, Jason Brubaker talks about filmmaker motivation. He discusses the importance of understanding your reason for making films and how to stay motivated even when life gets in the way. 

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

What is the difference between editing a film versus editing television episodes? How do you efficiently cut while shooting and what are the benefits to doing so? How should you react when the director or producer gives you feedback that you may disagree with?  In today’s episod ...  Show more