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 valuable advice for aspiring editors and assistants in the film industry. They discuss strategies for assistant editors to gain cutting opportunities, effective ways to network with established editors, and methods for building confidence when faced with career-defining moments.

The episode looks at the creative process behind Greedy People, exploring how Jamie prepared to work on the project and how he balanced the film’s varying tones during the edit. Listeners will gain insights into the use of Adobe Premiere for feature film editing and learn about the importance of communicating goals.

Jamie and Amanda offer practical tips on standing out in the competitive post-production landscape and provide guidance for those looking to break into feature film editing. This episode is packed with actionable advice for editors at all career stages, making it a must-listen for anyone aspiring to succeed in Hollywood’s editing rooms.

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