Landing your first editing gig can be tricky, but there are a few ways you can stand out.

This week, John Quinn, editor, shares his tips on getting started as an editor in Hollywood. In this episode, he talks about working union vs. non-union, the benefits of having an agent, and tips on how to get into the industry.

John's resume includes Windtalkers, The Chosen, and The Grudge 3.

Listen to learn how you can get started as an editor in Hollywood.

Key Points:
1:18 - Why get into editing
4:19 - Getting the job for Windtalkers
6:55 - SciFi Channel Movies
9:03 - Cutting horror films
10:27 - Cutting the Chosen
14:28 - Why edit horror and faith-based films
18:50 - Comparing Union vs. Non-union
23:28 - Kappa Studios
25:42 - Are agents helpful
32:27 - How to stand out as a beginner
36:10 - Favorite Gear
38:01 - When something goes wrong
49:39 - Creative vision different from the director
54:30 - Best advice for cutting dialogue scene
55:55 - When to hire the sound house
58:24 - What would you tell your younger self
59:44 - The power of networking
62:08 - Getting fired

Links:
Kappa Studios
Christian Film Finishing Fund
Art Of The Cut
John's IMDB

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