The Closing Credits Podcast

Welcome to Episode 29! In this episode, I had the great pleasure of speaking with composer Osei Essed. We spoke about his fantastic work on Netflix's  Amend: The Fight for America, his composition process, and his future projects.   Osei's IMDb: https://imdb.to/3yS7kD3  Osei's Website: https://www.oseiessed.com/   https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ https://linktr.ee/aapisolidarity https://www.viewconference.it/ www.closingcreditspod.com    Twitter/Instagram: @closingcred  Thanks for listening!

Welcome to Episode 28! In this episode, I had the great pleasure of speaking with Costume and Production Designer, Michelle J. Li. We talked about her costume work on the fantastic film, Shiva Baby, common misconceptions costume designers hear about, and how costumes are meant to reflect who a character is.   Michelle's IMDb: https://imdb.to/3gtZ0CJ Michelle's Website: https://michellejli.com/ @michellejxlii   In partnership with View Conference. https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ https://linktr.ee/aapisolidarity https://www.viewconference.it/ www.closingcreditspod.com    Twitter/Instagram: @closingcred  Thanks for listening!

Welcome to Episode 27! In this episode, I had the great pleasure of speaking with Composer, DJ, and Music Producer, Kate Simko. We talked about her latest work hear in the documentary, Underplayed. How The London Electronic Orchestra came to be, and the gender biases in the music industry.   Kate's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2760810/ Kate's Website: http://www.katesimko.com/ @kate_simko LEO: @londonelectronicorchestra Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/katesimko   https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ https://linktr.ee/aapisolidarity www.closingcreditspod.com    Twitter/Instagram: @closingcred  Thanks for listening!

Welcome to Episode 26! In this episode, I had the immense pleasure of speaking with Associate Animation Supervisor; Jean-Denis Haas. We chat about what he's learned from working at ILM for 18 years, the differences between VFX animation and animation, and Animation Mentor. JD's IMDb: https://imdb.to/3gGhPkH  JD's Twitter: @jeandenishaas JD's Youtube Channel: http://bit.ly/3iZACs8  Animation Mentor: http://bit.ly/3r4Boau  View Conference: http://bit.ly/3ow5Ybb  https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/  www.closingcreditspod.com   Twitter/Instagram @closingcred  Thanks for listening!

Welcome to Episode 25! In this episode,  I had the great pleasure of speaking with Cinematographer, Director, and Filmmaker- Oliver Bokelberg. In this episode, we chat about his time working on The Station Agent, making music videos as his start, and his three latest projects! Christmas on the Square, Dance Dreams, and Big Sky.   Oliver's IMDb: http://imdb.to/3swyAnR  Oliver's Twitter: @bokelberg   https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ www.closingcreditspod.com    Twitter/Instagram @closingcred  Thanks for listening!

Welcome to Episode 24! In this episode,  I had the great pleasure of speaking with Writer, Producer, and Showrunner, Javier Grillo-Marxuach. In this episode, we chat about making shows such as Lost and The Middleman, how to better run a writer's room, and the importance of not just diversity but telling meaningful stories.   Javier's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3936744/ Javier's Twitter: @OKBJGM Javier's Podcast: https://childrenoftendu.libsyn.com/ Website: http://okbjgm.com/    https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ www.closingcreditspod.com    Twitter/Instagram @closingcred  Thanks for listening!

Welcome to Episode 23! In this episode,  I had the great pleasure of speaking with Stephen Slater who is an Archive Producer! Tune in and hear us chat about his time working on one of my favorite documentaries of 2019, Apollo 11, working with that amazing 70MM footage, and what goes into being an archivist.   Stephen's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3936744/ Stephen's Twitter: @steveslater1987   https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ www.closingcreditspod.com    Twitter/Instagram @closingcred  Thanks for listening!

Welcome to Episode 22! In this episode, I had the great pleasure of speaking with the immensely talented editor, Michelle Tesoro. Listen in as we chat about her work on Netflix's Godless and The Queen's Gambit, how important tone and rhythm are to editing chess and non-chess related scenes, editing dialogue heavy scenes, pros and cons of being the sole main editor on a series, and who her own editing inspirations are.   Michelle's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2026939/    https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ www.closingcreditspod.com  Twitter/Instagram @closingcred  Thanks for listening!

Welcome to Episode 21! In this episode, I had the immense pleasure of speaking with the amazing writer, director, and executive producer, Shannon Tindle! Today, we chat about his writing and character creation processes, the importance of tone, working with Peter Ramsey, being passionate about what you're developing, and his latest projects with Netflix.   Shannon's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1306819/    https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ www.closingcreditspod.com  Twitter/Instagram @ closingcred  Thanks for listening!

Welcome to Episode 20! In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with the fantastic editor, Marco Capalbo. In this episode we discuss his workflow and process with documentary editing, working on Werner Herzog's latest documentary, Fireball: Visitors From Darker Worlds now on AppleTV+, and collaborating with directors.   Marco's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0134917/?ref_=ttfc_fc_cr13    https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ www.closingcreditspod.com  Twitter/Instagram @closingcred  Thanks for listening!

Welcome to Episode 19! In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with the amazing editor, Melissa McCoy. Today, we chat about the differences between working on a network series vs. streaming series, comedy vs drama editing, geeking out over Mumford and Sons, and embracing the Ted Lasso way.   Melissa's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2414616/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1   https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ www.closingcreditspod.com  Twittter/Instagram @closingcred  Thanks for listening

Hello and welcome to Episode 18! Today, I had a very informative chat with Supervising Sound Editor, Trevor Gates. We dive into working with Jordan Peele and his important messages in Us and Get Out. How working in horror and comedy are very similar when it comes to timing and rhythm. Working with Mike Flanagan over multiple movies and television shows and catering sound edits to a home audience.   Highly recommend watching The Haunting of Bly Manor now on Netflix and I can't wait to see Freaky, which comes out Nov. 13th, 2020.   Trevor's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3311045/   BLM www.closingcreditspod.com  Twitter/Instagram @closingcred  Thanks for listening!

Welcome to episode 17! Today, I had an immensely fun chat with director of photography, Andy Rydzweski. In this episode, we chat about working in different mediums, how a good personality goes a long way, and dive deep into his process of working behind the camera from deciding on how a show will look to aspect ratios and lens choices.   Andy's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2198503/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0   www.closingcreditspod.com  Twitter/Instagram @closingcred  Thanks for listening!

Welcome to Episode 16! In this episode I had the great pleasure of speaking with the fantastic actor, Elias Toufexis .In this episode, we talk about his journey into the TV and video game world, the differences between motion capture and performance capture, and how important collaboration is.    Elias' IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1340118/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0   www.closingcreditspod.com  Twitter/Instagram @closingcred  Thanks for listening!

Welcome to Episode 15! In this episode I had the great pleasure of speaking with the amazing director and animator,Andrew Chesworth. In this episode, we talk about his journey to Disney Animation, working as a character animator there, and his exciting ventures after Disney including One Small Step, Klaus, and the upcoming short The Brave Locomotive.   Andrew's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2314791/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0   The Brave Locomotive Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/bravelocomotive/posts   www.closingcreditspod.com  Twitter/Instagram @closingcred  Thanks for listening!

Welcome to Episode 14. In this episode I had the immense pleasure of speaking with the fantastic Rachael Tate. In this episode, we dive into what Dialogue and ADR Supervisors do, how it's a unique and very collaborative part of filmmaking, and just how much work goes into making sure your favorite films have the best and cleanest dialogue possible.   Rachael's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2655291/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0   www.closingcreditspod.com  Twitter/Instagram @closingcred  Thanks for listening!

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.   Jim's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0686581/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1   www.closingcreditspod.com  Twitter/Instagram @closingcred  Thanks for listening!

In episode 12, I had the immense pleasure of speaking with Phillip W. Palmer. We spoke about his job as a location sound mixer, how it's an overlooked aspect of set, the differences in working in film and television, communication is a key factor on set, and how to approach problems that can arise on any type of location.   Phillip's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0658419/   Cinema Audio Society: https://cinemaaudiosociety.org/   www.closingcreditspod.com  Twitter/Instagram @closingcred  Thanks for listening!

In episode 11, I had the pleasure of speaking with Steve Lee. We spoke about his journey in sound from sound librarian, sound effects wrangler, recordist, to Hollywood Historian and Sound Effects Archivist. We also spoke about him creating The Hollywood Sound Museum, what it means, the importance and significance to film history, and why sounds, especially on tape, should be preserved.    Steve's IMDb: https://imdb.to/2Cu0B9Z   The Hollywood Sound Museum: http://hollywoodsoundmuseum.org/   Facebook: https://bit.ly/2WaYcbn   Ben Burtt's 5.1 mix of The War of the Worlds (1953): https://bit.ly/3272rIU   Disney + Zenimation: https://bit.ly/3iRue62   Uses of The Wilhelm Scream: http://www.hollywoodlostandfound.net/wilhelm.html   www.closingcreditspod.com  Twitter/Instagram @closingcred  Thanks for listening!

In episode 10, I interviewed cinematographer Caitlin Machak. She's worked on Friends From College, House of Cards, At Home with Amy Sedaris, and many more. In this episode, we geeked out on lenses, discussed working with different directors, what makes up the camera department, working with film and digital cameras, and being a political activist.   As of this recording, Jesse, the short film she filmed during 2019's Pride March got accepted into the LA Queer Film Festival. Congratulations to Caitlin and the whole team! Don't Forget to Remember got accepted into the 2020 Lighthouse International Film Festival and can be viewed in the Episodics Block #1 anytime between Monday, June 15th at 12:00pm to Saturday, June 20th at 11:59pm. Tentatively there is an online Q&A scheduled for Friday, June 19th at 3:00pm.    Caitlin's IMDb   Caitlin's Website   https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/   BLM Movies/TV: https://bit.ly/2Ya80E0   Pride Month Movies: https://bit.ly/2YKoUbn   www.closingcreditspod.com  Twitter/Instagram: @closingcred  Thanks for listening!

Hello and welcome to episode 9 of The Closing Credits Podcast. Today, I interviewed location manager Peter Bardsley. His lists of credits include: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 and 2, War Horse, Rogue One, Solo: A Star Wars Story, Aladdin, and the upcoming film, Dune. In this episode, we spoke about how much behind the scenes work the locations department does, working with the art department and director to figure out the best possible location, and his journey from assistant to manager.   IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3363318/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0   To find out more information, please go to www.closingcreditspod.com  Twitter and Instagram: @closingcred Please also let me know of any jobs in the film industry you'd like to know more about or who you'd like to be interviewed! Theme song by Christopher Findlaytor  Logo bySteve Mehallo. Thanks for listening!

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 digital humans, and if deep fakes are helpful to the industry.   Hal Hickel IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0382579/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0   Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian: https://disneyplusoriginals.disney.com/show/disney-gallery-the-mandalorian   Hal Hickel Twitter: https://twitter.com/halhickel   Industrial Light & Magic: https://www.ilm.com/ To find out more information, please go to www.closingcreditspod.com or @closingcred on Twitter and Instagram. Please also let me know of any jobs in the film industry you'd like to know more about or who you'd like to be interviewed!   Theme song is by Christopher Findlaytor, the logo is by Steve Mehallo, and special thanks to everyone who sent in questions and who have been supporting the podcast. Thanks again for tuning in!

Welcome to episode 7! Today, I spoke with Robin Kincade. She is a TV field producer and location professional running a successful freelance business out in California's Bay Area. She's worked on tv shows and documentaries with clients ranging from NBC, ABC, HBO, Showtime, Food Network, and many more. In this episode, we chat about how she got started in my hometown of Sacramento, CA, the adventures of working in the TV industry, and her new online course: “How To Be a Successful Production Assistant.” Online Course: https://www.kincadeproductions.com/ Robin Kincade's site: https://www.robinkincade.com/ To find out more information about the podcast, please go to www.closingcreditspod.com or @closingcred on Twitter and Instagram. Please also let me know of any jobs in the film industry you'd like to know more about or who you'd like to be interviewed! Theme song by Christopher Findlaytor and the logo by Steve Mehallo. Thanks for listening!

Hello and welcome to episode 6 of The Closing Credits Podcast. Today, I interviewed 7 time Oscar winner, Gary Rydstrom. He is a director, sound designer, and re-recording mixer working at Skywalker Sound. You may recognize his work in Saving Private Ryan, Minority Report, Jurassic Park, Punch Drunk Love and Pixar films such as Toy Story and A Bug's Life-the list really goes on and on. In this episode, we spoke about the recent Academy Award sound category change, working with directors, how to create rhythm within chaotic scenes, and how to tackle a scene from script to screen.   Be sure to checkout Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound to learn more about the world of sound featuring Mr. Rydstrom and other living legends. https://www.makingwavesmovie.com/   Gary Rydstrom's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0003977/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0   Skywalker Sound: https://www.skysound.com/   Podcast Website: www.closingcreditspod.com  Twitter and Instagram: @closingcred Email: contact@closingcreditspod.com   Please also let me know of any jobs in the film industry you'd like to know more about or who you'd like to be interviewed!   Theme song by Christopher Findlaytor and the logo by Steve Mehallo. Thanks for listening!

Hello and welcome to episode 5 of The Closing Credits Podcast. Today, I had the great pleasure of speaking with Gary Whitta. He's a screenwriter best known for Rogue One and The Book of Eli, he's written for Star Wars Rebels, Telltale's The Walking Dead video game, and his own novel, Abomination, and a comic book series, Oliver. In this episode, we talk about writing for video games, how does a script go from paper to screen, the writing process, how does one write compelling characters audiences can sympathize with, and dealing with creative heartbreak during your journey into screenwriting.   Gary Whitta's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1729428/ Website: http://www.garywhitta.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/garywhitta Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/garywhitta Four Screenplays: https://www.amazon.com/Four-Screenplays-Studies-American-Screenplay-ebook/dp/B002QJZ9KE Save the Cat: https://www.amazon.com/Save-Cat-Last-Screenwriting-Youll-ebook/dp/B00340ESIS/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=save+the+cat&qid=1583414945&s=digital-text&sr=1-2   Don't forget to follow the podcast on Instagram and Twitter @closingcred Or checkout our website closingcreditspod.com . Email: contact@closingcreditspod.com Special thanks to Rene Lopez and Kenneth Alverson.  Theme song by Christopher Findlaytor. Logo by Steve Mehallo. Thanks for listening!

Today, I had the pleasure of speaking with Evan Schiff, a feature film editor! Known for John Wick 2 and 3, Birds of Prey, Everly, Southside with You, and Revolt. In this episode, we talk about his start at Stan Winston Studios, what goes into editing action-heavy films, working with different directors to help shape their vision, and how important pacing, tone, and rhythm are to a scene.   Evan Schiff's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0771472/ Evan Schiff's Twitter: @schiffty   Be sure to follow the podcast on Instagram and Twitter @closingcred Or checkout our website closingcreditspod.com . Special thanks to Rene Lopez and Kenneth Alverson.  Theme song by Christopher Findlaytor. Logo by Steve Mehallo. Thank you for listening!  

Welcome to The Closing Credits Podcast! I'm your host Kristina Morss and today, I am joined by supervising sound editor, re-recording mixer, and sound designer David Acord. He's worked at the famed, Skywalker Sound for over 18 years with credits ranging from Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, Clone Wars, Guardians of the Galaxy, and Paul Thomas Anderson films such as The Master, Inherent Vice, and Phantom Thread. In this episode, we talk about how he got into sound design, what do all those job titles mean, working with directors, and why it's important to be a team player.   David Acord's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0004198/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1   Variety article David mentioned: https://variety.com/2016/artisans/production/oscars-sound-editing-mixing-explained-1201682457/   You can follow David Acord on twitter @daveacord .   If you would like to learn more about his and Matthew Wood's work on Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, checkout The Sound Works Collection Podcast (https://soundworkscollection.com/). Good luck to both of them at this Sunday's Oscars!   Be sure to follow the podcast on Instagram and Twitter @closingcred or website closingcreditspod.com . Special thanks to Rene Lopez.  Theme song by Christopher Findlaytor. Logo by Steve Mehallo. 

In this episode, I had the chance to interview Leah Latham, a production supervisor for Disney Animation! Her work includes Frozen 2, Moana, and Zootopia! So, a pretty stellar resume. She is a wealth of knowledge and advice! I had the privilege to interview her in person at a Women of Film Networking Event I helped put together with my friends Bex Francis and Samantha Henderson-and our group For the Love of Cinema. I'm so proud of what we did that day in helping to bring filmmakers in the Sacramento area together and give women a safe space to connect. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3639266/    Be sure to follow the podcast on Instagram and Twitter @closingcred, my website closingcreditspod.com , e-mail contact@closingcreditspod.com Special thanks to Rene Lopez, Kenneth Alverson, and Matt Shapi. Theme song by Christopher Findlaytor. I want to thank our sponsors for the event: Empire's Comic Vault, NCFC, CFAA, Luchador Coffee, The Sacramento Film Project, Jocks, Geeks and Nerds.   

Hello there! Kristina Morss here; and welcome to episode 1 of The Closing Credits Podcast. Today, I interviewed Mark Herzig who is a cinematographer and sometimes director based out here, in Northern California. He has photographed hundreds of commercials (including Super Bowl ones!) and corporate pieces, and four independent features. He also is the writer, director, and cinematographer of three internationally screened short films. Check out his work at www.markherzig.com   To find out more information, please go to www.closingcreditspod.com or @closingcred on Twitter and Instagram. Email: contact@closingcreditspod.com Please also let me know of any jobs in the film industry you'd like to know more about or who you'd like to be interviewed! The theme song is by Christopher Findlaytor and the logo is by Steve Mehallo. Thanks for listening!

Welcome to The Closing Credits Podcast! Ever wondered what goes into making your favorite tv show or film? Join Kristina Morss as she interviews people in the industry and makes her way through the closing credits. Questions or suggestions? Contact me at: contact@closingcreditspod.com