Hollywood Editing Mentor

Things Have Changed, But You Still Have Control

Things have changed in the film and TV industry, but that doesn’t mean it’s over. Early access for The HEM Playbook is now open. Join the live workshop here: https://hol

HEM Connect: Finding Work, Navigating the Industry, and Growing Your Network

In episode 78, I share the replay of a recent HEM Connect live Q&A and networking session from July 23, 2025. It was an open conversation about the current state of the f

Why I Pressed Pause...And What’s Next for Hollywood Editing Mentor

After a short break from releasing new podcast episodes and YouTube videos, I’m back with an important update on what’s been happening behind the scenes and the future of

HEM76: How to Thrive During Tough Times in the Film & TV Industry

Navigating the film & TV industry during tough times of unemployment can be challenging, but it's not impossible. In this video, I share practical tips and strategie

HEM75: Cold Outreach Mistakes You Must Avoid to Get Replies

In this episode, I dive into the world of cold outreach and explore the common mistakes that can hinder your chances of getting replies. As competition increases in the i

HEM74: The Ultimate Guide to Making and Selling Documentaries with Roger Nygard, ACE

I sit down with Emmy-nominated editor Roger Nygard, ACE to explore his new book The Documentarian: The Way to a Successful and Creative Professional Life in the Documenta

HEM73: How to Adapt to Changes in the Film & TV Industry

In this episode, we’re diving into the realities of the ever-changing film and TV industry and how editors and creatives can adapt to the new landscape. As the industry

HEM72: Mentoring the Next Generation and the Editing of GREEDY PEOPLE

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

HEM71: Emmy FYC Round 2 [Panel 2]

A conversation with the Emmy-nominated editors of ESCAPING TWIN FLAMES (Mimi Wilcox, Martin Biehn) and WELCOME TO WREXHAM (Michael Anthony Brown, Michael Oliver)! Thank

HEM70: Emmy FYC Round 2 [Panel 1]

A conversation with the Emmy-nominated composers of BECKHAM (Anze Rozman, Camilo Forero) and editors of RESERVATION DOGS (Patrick Tuck, Varun Viswanath, ACE)! Thank you

HEM69: 10 Tips to Become a Better Editor

In this episode, I dive into practical strategies that can elevate your editing skills. Drawing from over 20 years of professional editing experience, I share ten key pra

HEM68: How to Stay Creative and Productive as a Film & TV Editor

Curious about how a film & television editor stays productive and creative? In this episode, I’ll guide you through my daily routine and share the strategies that kept

HEM67: "Should I Move to a Cheaper City During This Slow Job Market?"

A HEM Community member asks a tough question: "Is it worth staying in an expensive city like Los Angeles while waiting for the film & television editing job market to p

HEM66: The Power of Collaboration in the Editing Room [GRISELDA FYC]

Joaquin Elizondo and Chris Cavanagh - two editors from the Netflix limited series Griselda - share their collaborative process for editing episode 103 "Mutiny," which the

HEM65: Editing Action and Building Suspense [GRISELDA FYC]

Join editors Joaquin Elizondo and Chris Cavanagh as they discuss the techniques used to edit action scenes and build suspense in the Netflix limited series GRISELDA.  Us

HEM64: Achieving Work/Life Balance and the Editing of THANK YOU, GOODNIGHT: THE BON JOVI STORY with Alex Trudeau Viriato

Alex Trudeau-Virato, editor and producer of the documentary series, Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story,  joins us to discuss the critical importance of balancing wo

HEM 63: Emmy FYC 2024 Editors Panel #3

In the third episode of Hollywood Editing Mentor and Impact24 PR's #EditingMentorPanels series, Joaquin Elizondo interviews editors Shelly Westernam, ACE, and Payton

HEM62: Emmy FYC 2024 Editors Panel #2

In the second episode of Hollywood Editing Mentor and ‪Impact24 PR's #EditingMentorPanels series, Joaquin Elizondo interviews editors Ralph Jean-Pierre (TOKYO VICE),

HEM61: Emmy FYC 2024 Editors Panel #1

In the first episode of Hollywood Editing Mentor and ‪Impact24 PR's #EditingMentorPanels series, guest moderator Victoria Male interviews editors Maura Corey, ACE (G

HEM60: Enhancing Storytelling with Rhythm & Pacing [GRISELDA FYC]

"The scenes are so sharply cut that the series is perfectly paced." -Variety Joaquin Elizondo and Chris Cavanagh - two editors behind the Netflix limited series Griselda