This past year, like for many others, has been quite a stressful year. I kind of neglected this blog for a bit due to work, family, and podcast obligations. A lot has happened in a year. Some good. Some bad. We’re all getting through it in our own ways. I’m thankful for the help and people I have around me. I’m very privileged that way. … Continue reading It’s Been Awhile
2020 has been quite a ride for everyone. Anxiety levels are high and it just doesn’t seem to let up with each consecutive day. No one has the answers to what’s to come, but, I hope you all are keeping safe out there. With people working from home, between jobs, or out of work-these are highly stressful times for everyone. It’s always important to take … Continue reading Downtime
Welcome to episode 13. In this episode I had the honor of speaking with the legendary gaffer Jim Plannette. During our chat, we dove into what a gaffer does, why collaboration in filmmaking is key to an overall good film, and reminisce with stories from his over 50 years of working in the film industry. LISTEN HERE Jim’s IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0686581/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 http://www.closingcreditspod.com Twittter: https://twitter.com/closingcred Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/closingcred/ Thanks … Continue reading Episode 13 – Jim Plannette (Gaffer, Chief Lighting Technician)
Have you wondered the history of sound in film? Wanted to know more about sound effects and how sound has changed over the years in filmmaking? In the latest episode of my podcast, The Closing Credits Podcast- I spoke to Steve Lee about being a sound historian, his history in sound and filmmaking, and his important work of archiving sounds and equipment in his Hollywood … Continue reading Episode 11 – Steve Lee (Sound Effects Wrangler, Archivist, Hollywood Sound Museum)
Interested in learning more about cinematography and what it takes to operate a camera for your favorite tv shows and movies? Checkout my latest podcast episode where I interview the fantastic Caitlin Machak! https://closingcreditspodcast.libsyn.com/episode-10-caitlin-machak-cinematographer Continue reading Episode 10 – Cinematography
There are plenty of resources such as books, tv, TED talks where you can learn more about why the Black Lives Matter movement is happening and why it is needed. This is a movement not a moment. This is a not something political. This is about human rights. Black Lives Matter Resources Black Lives Matter Site The Anti Racist Starter Guide Books on Racism Black … Continue reading Black Lives Matter and Learning Resources
The Closing Credits Podcast Website Hello and welcome to episode 8 of The Closing Credits Podcast. Today, I interviewed Academy Award winning Industrial Light & Magic Animation Supervisor, Hal Hickel. In this episode, we spoke about his different work on various films, working on his first television show, The Mandalorian, when does one decide to use practicals vs VFX or a mix of both, animating … Continue reading Episode 08 – Hal Hickel (ILM Animation Supervisor)
Before fixing my loud toilet, I thought I’d record it. It’s amazing what sounds you can find around your house. Continue reading Siren’s Wail of a Toilet
Have you wondered what all those job titles mean? I recently interviewed David Acord of Skywalker Sound, on my podcast, The Closing Credits Podcast about just that. Check it out here: http://closingcreditspodcast.libsyn.com/ Episodes Continue reading Sound Editing, Sound Design, Re-Recording Mixing?
Saturday Night Live is known for their funny sketches with celebrity guests in shows they put out once a week on Saturday Night. But, did you know the skits that are not filmed in the studio are written, filmed, edited, and seen on TV all in one week? Mainly they are filmed on Friday and edited through the night and all of Saturday with VFX, … Continue reading Behind the Scenes of SNL’s Grouch (Joker Parody)
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