The Industry Has Changed… But You Still Have Control
The HEM Playbook is a simple system to help you stop guessing, gain clarity, and move forward when things feel slow and uncertain.
Saturday, April 25, 2026
10am Pacific/1pm Eastern
Live on Zoom
Maybe you’re not working right now. Or you are working, but you’re not sure what comes next.
You’re sending emails that go unanswered.
You’re watching others move forward and wondering what you’re missing.
You’re showing up every day, but the uncertainty is loud and it’s exhausting.
You don’t need another pep talk. You need a plan.
Motivation comes and goes, especially when things feel uncertain.
What actually makes the difference is having something clear to follow…
A structured system you can rely on.
Without structure, everything turns into guessing. And that’s where momentum stalls.
The HEM Playbook gives you a simple system so you know exactly what to focus on and can keep moving forward.
It’s the same approach I’ve used to build a sustainable career working on high-level projects and to stay consistent, keep momentum, and navigate the ups and downs of this industry.
The HEM Playbook
What You'll Walk Away With
- A clear, repeatable system you can follow each week, so you’re not guessing what to do or when to do it
- A simple way to structure your time and stay productive, even when you’re not working
- A better approach to outreach, so you’re not getting ignored or overthinking every message
- Practical ways to stay visible and top of mind without feeling like you have to be everywhere
- Clarity on what actually matters right now and what you can ignore
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Direct answers to your questions so you can apply this to your own situation (live Q&A)
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A stronger network through connections with other editors and post-production professionals
The HEM Playbook: Live Workshop
Saturday, April 25, 2026
10am Pacific/1pm Eastern
Live on Zoom
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Hi, I'm Joaquin!
I’m a film & television editor with over 20 years of experience in the industry. My credits include The Abandons, Narcos: Mexico, Dark Winds, Griselda, and The Hot Zone: Anthrax, and I’m a member of American Cinema Editors (ACE).
I started in local news and worked my way into film and scripted television, going from assistant editor to editor on major productions.
The HEM Playbook comes directly from that experience: what it actually takes to stay consistent, keep moving forward, and build a sustainable career in an industry that’s always changing.
I’m also the founder of Hollywood Editing Mentor, where I help editors navigate the realities of this business, build meaningful careers, and focus on the skills and actions that actually lead to long-term success.
Everything I share is based on real-world experience, the kind of insight most editors only gain after years of being in the room.