LIVE VIRTUAL WORKSHOP
The Film & TV Editing Roadmap
A practical career + technical workshop for editors and assistant editors who want clarity and a real plan for 2026 whether you’re getting your footing or rebuilding momentum in an uneven market.
Saturday, March 21, 2026
10am Pacific (1pm Eastern)
Live on Zoom (replay included)
Taught by Joaquin Elizondo, ACE – a working film & scripted TV editor who’s still in the trenches and who had to build his own path into scripted by learning what actually works (and what doesn’t).
What You'll Get in the 2-Hour Live Workshop:
- A grounded 2026 reality check: what’s changed and what still works
- A clear lane, plus what “ready” looks like
- A fundamentals checklist (technical & professional expectations)
- Outreach that feels human: what to say, who to contact, when to follow up
- Networking strategies that build relationships
- A simple 30-day plan with weekly actions and lightweight metrics
- Live Q&A so you can get unstuck on your specific situation
Who's It For
This workshop is for you if you want clarity and a practical plan for 2026 and beyond, and you’re in one of these situations:
• You’re between gigs and want a calm, repeatable momemtum system
• You’ve been working in post, but the work isn’t consistent right now
• You’re early in your path and want to focus on the right fundamentals
• You’re technically capable, but you’re not sure what traction should look like
• You want to build trust and visibility without burning out
• You want to improve you networking and outreach game
• You want to ask questions about the Film & TV industry and meet like-minded people in a safe, supportive environment
What You'll Walk Away With
A clear map of the Film & TV editing landscape in 2026
A path to follow and the next best steps for your career level
A fundamentals checklist for technical readiness
A simple outreach system (with templates) and a follow-up rhythm that doesn’t feel weird.
An understanding of how to network properly and efficiently.
Industry insights from a pro Film & TV editor who’s still in the edit bay and in the trenches with you
A 30-day action plan you can actually execute
New friends and a wider professional network
Agenda:
1. The 2026 Reality Check (What Changed & What Still Works)
2. Choose Your Lane (Post PA/Assistant Editor/Editor) + What Each Path Actually Requires
3. Positioning & Proof (How to show readiness even if your credits are still growing)
4. Outreach That Gets Replies (templates, timing, and follow-up)
5. Networking Without the Weirdness (how trust actually gets built)
6. Technical Readiness (fundamentals that make you employable)
7. Your 30-Day Plan: Weekly Actions & Simple Metrics
8. Live Q&A
What's Included
• Live Zoom Workshop + Q&A
• Replay Access for 90 Days
• Access to private HEM Community group
• Film & TV Roadmap Toolkit (PDF)
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Who is this for?
This is for anyone that is serious about Film & TV editing and wants a clear map of what to learn and what to do next.
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Is this only for people new to the industry?
No. A big part of this workshop is for editors and assistant editors whove been working but want more consistency and a practical plan for 2026.
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Will this guarantee me a job?
No. This is a roadmap to increase your odds, provide clarity, and shorten the learning curve.
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What if I can't attend live?
No worries, you'll get replay access for 90 days.
BUT wait, have we officially met?
Hi, I’m Joaquin Elizondo
Film and scripted TV editor, member of American Cinema Editors (ACE), marathon runner, and aspiring drummer.
I’ve edited high-profile projects including The Abandons, Griselda, Dark Winds, Narcos: Mexico, and The Hot Zone: Anthrax. My work has been seen on Netflix, Apple TV+, Amazon Prime, AMC, NatGeo, Hulu, and NBC, among others.
I created Hollywood Editing Mentor to share practical, current technical workflows and career guidance from inside the industry, with an emphasis on fundamentals, trust, and sustainability.
And I’m not teaching theory here. These are the same strategies I used to move into scripted and the same fundamentals I still rely on today while I’m actively working.
If you’re feeling uncertain right now, you don’t need hype. You need a map and a plan. That’s what this workshop is.
The Film & TV Editing Roadmap
A practical career + technical workshop for editors and assistant editors who want clarity and a real plan for 2026 whether you’re getting your footing or rebuilding momentum in an uneven market.
Saturday, March 21, 2026
10am Pacific (1pm Eastern)
Live on Zoom (replay included)