Episode #11
Dan Liu - Director
Joining me this week, Dan Liu Dan is an accomplished American television director and editor known for his work across major sci-fi, horror, and drama franchises. Dan honed his visual storytelling skills at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts before building a successful career in Hollywood. Dan began his career in the editing room, notably serving as an editor on AMC’s The Walking Dead . His deep understanding of pacing and tension allowed him to transition seamlessly into directing for the flagship series. This success launched him into The Walking Dead spin-offs, including Fear the Walking Dead and The Walking Dead: World Beyond . Expanding his portfolio, Dan became a highly sought-after director for premier television universes. He has directed critical episodes for the Star Trek franchise, contributing to both Star Trek: Picard and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds . His other notable directing credits include the alternate-history space drama For All Mankind , Netflix's fantasy epic Shadow and Bone , NBC's La Brea , and CBS's NCIS: Los Angeles . Dan is widely recognized for his precise framing, collaborative approach with actors, and mastery of high-stakes, genre-spanning narratives. He is also a lovely person. Support the show
