Filmmakers Podcast

This interview features Sue Federman who has just won an Emmy for her editing work on “How I Met Your Mother.” Sue has been editing the show since 2005 and has cut every episode but three. Listen as Sue talks about her start in the business, editing comedy, and her creative process, and of course, her favorite shows!

Meet Rusty Austin, he has spent the last six years as the Post Producer on Hell's Kitchen and before that worked on Nanny 911. Austin discusses the ins and outs of reality TV and what it takes to be in the business. He tells listeners that there are well over 6,000 tapes for Hell's Kitchen on a single season! This means that post production is cooking long after the cameras stop rolling. Learn how to get hired, how not to get fired and why working 27 days in a row can be necessary.

Matt Ramsey, editor of "Scandal", talks about editing the pilot as well as his experiences editing the first two seasons of the highly acclaimed show. Ramsey also tells viewers how he got into the business and gives us his personal movie and TV favorites. Matt has also worked on all three of Shonda Rhimes shows, "Grey's Anatomy", "Private Practice" and “Scandal". Jump into this interview to learn more about Matt Ramsey and his work.

Meet David Greenspan, editor of "Grey's Anatomy". David's thesis film from USC earned him a Palme d'Or Award from the Cannes Film Festival. David talks about his mentors, influences, and his work on the popular TV show. He also explores and explains the various roles he has held as Asst. Editor, Editor and Director. Watch this interview to see how David Greenspan’s diverse experience has honed his skills as a filmmaker.

Meet Jay Gammill, Director of Free Samples, an independent feature film that rose to the top three independent films its first week on iTunes! Hear Jay talk about his five year filmmaking journey and the various steps he had to go through to get his film made and noticed. Go to iTunes to view Jay's film!

Meet Marcus Dunstan, hollywood writer, as he discusses his relationship with the writing process and with collaborating partner Patrick Melton. Listen as Dunstan talks about his history in Hollywood, his sensibility to writing horror, how he collaborates with his partner and much more.

Shaheed Qaasim is an Assistant Editor on the hit sitcom Modern Family. Shaheed tells viewers what it takes to become and sustain an editing position. He talks about his favorite parts of working on the funny tv show and the opportunities the show has afforded him. Check out Shaheed’s interview to learn more about his editing work, his love for comedy, and his mentors along the way!

Follow this interview to listen to Arnold Shapiro, Academy Award winning documentarian. Shapiro is noticed for his television documentary "Scared Straight" and the acclaimed "Scared Silent: Exposing and Ending Child Abuse,” which holds the distinction of being the most watched non-news documentary special ever broadcast on American TV. Listen as Shapiro discusses his beginnings in the film industry, his philosophy on filmmaking, and his desire to make a difference through his work.

Meet The Warren's! They're the family responsible for the special effects behind many of your favorite Hollywood blockbusters. The multi-generational Academy Award winners sit down for an exclusive with Moviola. They discuss their methodology behind using miniatures to create life-like scenarios imperative to making the director’s vision a reality. Join the family as they discuss their work with miniatures, explosions, and the crisis facing the visual effects industry.

The Digital Image Technician or DIT is a relatively new role in Hollywood. Duck Grossberg (Digital Image Technician) and Doug Chamberlain (Director of Photography) delve into this interview to explain the ever changing technological changes in film and media production. Join them to gain insight on how this new position fits into the digital workflow of today.

Join Erin Rose as she chats with Crystal Craft about her role as a Stage Manager for the third longest running soap opera, General Hospital. Crystal talks about her shooting schedule and the importance of finding more efficient ways to work. Hear all that Crystal juggles throughout a typical day on the set working closely with the actors and director.

Ermanno DiFebo Orsini started his production career in his 40's. He is highly influenced by architecture and design and finds that understanding one’s profession is essential for producing creative work. DiFebo’s work has been in both features and commercials. He explains that he was attracted to such media outlets because of their creative potential. Watch the interview to find out his unique story and philosophy on the passions of production design.

Listen to this captivating interview with Joe Lazarov as he recalls his journey form PA to director/producer and the business of being on set. He has had experience producing, directing, and editing hit television shows; his works include Gossip Girl, Hart of Dixie, Northern Exposure, Law & Order: SVU, Twisted and Once Upon a Time in Wonderland. Check out this exclusive interview to get some insight into Joe Lazarov’s career.

Todd Burns, COO of Mpower Pictures, has worked in every aspect of the film industry. Burns started editing on Avid at the age of 13. He gained extensive Hollywood knowledge early on, editing his first major feature film at the age of 18. After gaining exposure to several Hollywood roles, he found a real need on the legal side for dealmakers. As COO of Mpower, Burns ensures that every logistical piece of the movie is completed.

Meet Joel Soisson, he has worked as a Producer on independent films like Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure & Infinity. Joel talks about the realities of being a producer, the relationships that form between crew members, and the importance of honest feedback. Listen to Joel talk about his passion for his work and stories about what it takes to produce a film against the odds.