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Hollywood Editing Mentor

Hosted by Joaquin Elizondo, ACE · tv · EN-US

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Step into personal conversations with post-production professionals and other award-winning filmmakers, where you'll find inspiring stories and expert guidance to fuel your journey towards career success. Explore the inner workings of celebrated projects, gaining exclusive insights into these productions. Join us for actionable insights and strategies generously shared by these accomplished creatives and filmmakers, empowering your career advancement and setting you on the path to success. Hosted by Joaquin Elizondo, ACE (GRISELDA, DARK WINDS, NARCOS: MEXICO).

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What is Hollywood Editing Mentor about?

Step into personal conversations with post-production professionals and other award-winning filmmakers, where you'll find inspiring stories and expert guidance to fuel your journey towards career success. Explore the inner workings of celebrated projects, gaining exclusive insights into these productions.

Who hosts Hollywood Editing Mentor?

Hollywood Editing Mentor is hosted by Joaquin Elizondo, ACE. The show has published 81 episodes to date.

What has Hollywood Editing Mentor covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Things Have Changed, But You Still Have Control" (13 April 2026, 6 minutes), "HEM Connect: Finding Work, Navigating the Industry, and Growing Your Network" (29 July 2025, 78 minutes), and "Why I Pressed Pause...And What’s Next for Hollywood Editing Mentor" (4 March 2025, 4 minutes).

How often does Hollywood Editing Mentor publish?

Hollywood Editing Mentor publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 31 minutes across 81 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Hollywood Editing Mentor?

Booking probability for Hollywood Editing Mentor is 32%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Hollywood Editing Mentor requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Hollywood Editing Mentor's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Hollywood Editing Mentor?

The strongest fits for Hollywood Editing Mentor are Film & Video. Hollywood Editing Mentor has a tv audience.

About the host

Joaquin Elizondo, ACE hosts Hollywood Editing Mentor, a tv podcast with 81 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Hollywood Editing Mentor

    Things Have Changed, But You Still Have Control

    Apr 13, 20266 min

    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://hollywoodeditingmentor.com/hem-playbook-workshop/ In...

  • Hollywood Editing Mentor

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

    Jul 29, 20251h 18m

    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 film and television industry and what editors can...

  • Hollywood Editing Mentor

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

    Mar 4, 20254 min

    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 Hollywood Editing Mentor. In this episode, I...

  • Hollywood Editing Mentor

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

    Nov 7, 20249 min

    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 strategies to help you deal with unemployment, so you can get...

  • Hollywood Editing Mentor

    HEM75: Cold Outreach Mistakes You Must Avoid to Get Replies

    Oct 17, 202414 min

    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 industry, building a strong network is more...

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  • Episode #21

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

    Sep 10, 202443 minS6

    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 Documentary Business . We dive into the essential steps...

  • Episode #20

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

    Sep 4, 20246 minS6

    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 continues to face challenges, it’s essential to...

  • Episode #19

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

    Aug 27, 202446 minS6

    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 on the feature film Greedy People , directed by...

  • Episode #18

    HEM71: Emmy FYC Round 2 [Panel 2]

    Aug 24, 202453 minS6

    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 you to Impact 24 PR for putting this panel...

  • Episode #17

    HEM70: Emmy FYC Round 2 [Panel 1]

    Aug 23, 202453 minS6

    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 to Impact 24 PR for putting this panel together...

  • Episode #16

    HEM69: 10 Tips to Become a Better Editor

    Aug 16, 202415 minS6

    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 practices that have significantly enhanced my own...

  • Episode #15

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

    Aug 9, 20249 minS6

    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 my workflow efficient and inspiring on such...

  • Episode #14

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

    Aug 1, 202413 minS6

    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 pick up, or should I move somewhere cheaper...

  • Episode #13

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

    Jun 24, 202422 minS6

    Joaquin Elizondo and Chris Cavanagh - two editors from the Netflix limited series Griselda - share their collaborative process for editing episode 103 "Mutiny," which they have submitted for competition for the 2024...

  • Episode #12

    HEM65: Editing Action and Building Suspense [GRISELDA FYC]

    Jun 20, 20248 minS6

    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. Using episode 103 "Mutiny," as a focal point—Joaquin...

  • Episode #11

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

    Jun 19, 20241h 4mS6

    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 work and personal life in the demanding world of...

  • Episode #10

    HEM 63: Emmy FYC 2024 Editors Panel #3

    Jun 18, 202450 minS6

    In the third episode of Hollywood Editing Mentor and Impact24 PR's #EditingMentorPanels series, Joaquin Elizondo interviews editors Shelly Westernam, ACE, and Payton Koch (ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING), along with...

  • Episode #9

    HEM62: Emmy FYC 2024 Editors Panel #2

    Jun 17, 20241h 4mS6

    In the second episode of Hollywood Editing Mentor and ‪Impact24 PR's #EditingMentorPanels series, Joaquin Elizondo interviews editors Ralph Jean-Pierre (TOKYO VICE), Laurens Van Charante (DANCING WITH THE STARS), Ben...

  • Episode #8

    HEM61: Emmy FYC 2024 Editors Panel #1

    Jun 14, 202452 minS6

    In the first episode of Hollywood Editing Mentor and ‪Impact24 PR's #EditingMentorPanels series, guest moderator Victoria Male interviews editors Maura Corey, ACE (GEN V), Melissa Kent (MÚSICA), Inbal B. Lessner, ACE...

  • Episode #7

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

    Jun 13, 20249 minS6

    "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 - explore the essential role of rhythm and pacing...

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