Episode 01: Understanding Post-production Editing with Brittney Turner

Welcome to the Visual Intonations podcast's debut episode. This is Vanté Gregory, your host. I am the podcast's host in addition to being a screenwriter and director. The field of film production is very diverse, and there are many opportunities available. For instance, you might choose to pursue post-production, which offers a variety of opportunities. 

The highly skilled Brittney Turner joins me on the show in this episode to educate us on the process of post-production editing. Brittney has over ten years of experience in the field, and she's here to express her professional journey and offer some advice for those looking to break into the field. 

Brittney had no idea what she sought to do when she started working in post-production on movies. After researching the various post-production tasks, she decided editing is just what she desired to do. Ten years have passed since she first began. Brittney wants to work as a voice actor within the animation industry. 

 

Listen to this episode to learn more. 

Key Talking Points of the Episode: 

[00:49] How Brittney got onto the industry 

[03:09] Why is it difficult to get into post-production? 

[08:40] Why do women shy away from post-production? 

[13:32] Brittney’s first foray into filmmaking 

[17:39] Traits of a good editor 

[23:03] Are there gigs that Brittney turn down? 

[30:53] What’s a well-edited film to Brittney? 

[33:02] Which movie would Brittney wish to edit? 

[37:28] Brittney’s advice for anyone who wants to get into the major corporations for editing 

Magical Quotes from the Episode: 

“Personality will get you places that experience won’t.” 

“Time is money. You must respect everybody’s time.” 

“I don’t take being in post-production lightly because post-production is hard. It is specifically as a black woman it is very difficult, is null and void.” 

“Once you get your feet wet, swim.” 

“The more you know, the best you can be.” 

“Getting your foot in the door is the hardest job. Keeping it in there, that’s a whole other job.” 

“Nowhere, it’s too small when you’re trying to climb.”