Learn how superstar television editor Kelley Dixon rose from assistant to the top of her game…and all the dirty details in between.
Ep37: The Myth of Work-Life Balance (And What to Strive For Instead) | with Apryl Schlueter
Work-life balance is the unicorn we all strive for right? Learn why this is the wrong approach and what to work for instead.
It Is Possible to Be Both Successful and Kind At the Same Time
Raúl Dávalos was one of those human beings you meet who in just a few moments can have a profound impact on your life forever.
Ep18: Surviving the Insanity of the Edit Suite | with Billy Goldenberg, ACE
Learn some of the fundamental steps necessary to get noticed and rise to the top in Hollywood post-production with Oscar-winning editor Billy Goldenberg.
Ep17: Is Taking Free Work Really Worth It? | with Alan Bell, ACE
It’s extremely common in creative industries to see job listings for free or low paid work, but how do you know if it will ultimately lead to career growth?
Ep16: Writing Your Own (Unique) Path to the Top | with Wendy Calhoun
Want to be a Hollywood writer? Learn how to break down every conceivable barrier and forge your own unique path to the top.
Ep15: Transitioning From ‘Reality TV’ to Scripted Drama | with Monica Daniel
Learn how an accomplished reality TV editor successfully transitioned to working in scripted television.
Ep14: Are Creative and Tech Workers the New ‘Blue Collar?’ | with Maxim Jago
‘Blue collar’ workers used to work in coal mines. Is it possible that being stuck behind a computer for 12 hours a day is the new blue collar?
Ep13: The True Meaning of ‘Below the Line’ and How It Affects Your Career | with Mike J. Nichols
For those who work in the filmmaking industry, ‘Below the Line’ is a pretty common term, but in case you’re not familiar with it, it …
Ep12: The Right Way to Network In Hollywood | with Chris Visser
Unlike doctors or lawyers, the path to having a successful career is not linear. The key is knowing how to build connections & forging your own unique path.
Ep11: Making It In Hollywood as a “Creative” (What They Don’t Teach You In Film School) | with Norman Hollyn
Unlike doctors or lawyers, the path to having a successful career is not linear. The key is learning the proper steps to forge your own unique path.
Ep03: The Science Behind Success and Creative Burnout (And Why You’re Approaching Both Mostly Wrong) | with Eric Barker
Eric Barke breaks down why some people are immensely successful & others aren’t, the science of creative burnout, and what you can do to pursue the passion that’s right for you.
The Beginner’s Guide to Optimizing Yourself
This simple four word phrase changed my entire outlook on life the first time I heard it and is the foundation of the Optimize Yourself philosophy…
[Podcast] Ep117 Q&A: Career vs. Family + the Future of Fitness In Post
This episode is the latest Q&A episode with my trusty sidekick Natalie Boschan, and in this episode we answer the question “How do I know …
[Podcast] Ep116: What Does It Take to Be An “ACE” Editor?
“What is ACE, how do I become a member, and what are the benefits?” are common questions I’m asked often by fellow film editors (that …