Post-Production

Whether you’re an editor, sound editor, Foley artist, compositor, VFX specialist or work in any profession related to the post-production process, this is the place to discuss, share content and offer tips and advice on your chosen craft of the business in general

Maurice Vaughan
6 Tips To Know Before Editing Your First Feature

In today’s blog, Stephen Boyer (Film & Video editor with over 8 years of experience in post-production) shares six major takeaways from his experience cutting a feature film, like “You Simply Must Watch All the Footage, No Exceptions.

www.stage32.com/blog/6-tips-to-know-before-editing-your-first-fea...

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Sam Sokolow
2024 Best Visual Effects Oscar Predictions

It's a crowded field in an uber-competitive category as VFX continues to inspire and amaze me when watching this year's films. What movie do you think deserves the Oscar for best Visual Effects this year? https://www.goldderby.com/feature/2025-oscar-predictions-best-visual-eff......

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2025 Oscar Predictions: Best Visual Effects
2025 Oscar Predictions: Best Visual Effects
The Oscar for Best Visual Effects is particularly tough to predict because of the complicated system by which the nominees are determined in three stages. The members of the executive committee of ...
Maurice Vaughan

I just saw the leading contenders, Sam Sokolow! Wow! It's gonna be tough to pick a winner!

Ashley Renee Smith

I've gotta say Dune: Part II. It was breathtaking.

Daniel Husbands

I haven't seen so many of those films it would be hard to say, but Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes was gorgeous.

Walder Martinez
Next move, next movie...

Hey, community! I'm interested in open positions in Southern Asia, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Bali, Indonesia, etc. My wife and I plan to move there next September and it would be great to connect with directors, producers, and studios in those countries. I would appreciate any advice you can give me. Have a nice mid-week.

Sam Sokolow

Hi Walder Martinez - I recommend reaching out to the film commissions in those countries and ask them. They are great resources and know most of the companies and productions happening or in the cue....

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Ashley Renee Smith

Walder Martinez- We're actually hosting a FREE Virtual Global Film & TV Production Summit here on Stage 32 next week! This is an opportunity for you to learn about all of the opportunities that exist...

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Kerry Kennard

Wow, sounds great, Ashley ! I registered. I always like to learn about over seas opportunities. I did a Brazil trip learning Samba (percussion); it was great ! Saw a lot of the culture also.

Ashley Renee Smith
Have You Joined In On July Filmmakers Club? It's Not Too Late!

Hey, Post-Pros!

1. Comment on this week's Fil...

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Gisele Orellana
Any editors here? What program would you recommend for editing short films?

I am new at editing. What editing program would you recommend for editing short films? I’ve been using Adobe Premiere Pro, but it takes up too much space on my hard drive. Plus, I need to get a one-time purchase option rather than a subscription. Any suggestions? Thank you.

Daniel Husbands

Davinci Resolve is my weapon of choice, however, if you find it a little demanding (hardware wise it can ask a lot sometimes) you could also try out HitFilm it's another great program for beginners to learn on before upping to Resolve.

Gisele Orellana

I´ll check it out. Thank you, Daniel.

Ashley Renee Smith

Gisele Orellana- This week's blog is now LIVE with the week 4 July Filmmakers Club challenges! Anyone participating this week will be eligible for one of the 3 DaVinci Resolve Editing Licenses I'll be...

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Gisele Orellana

Thank you, Ashley.

Ashley Renee Smith
Stage 32 & Blackmagic Design are giving away 3 FREE DaVinci Resolve Licenses!

IT'S TRUE! Stage 32 & Blackmagic Design are giving away 3 FREE DaVinci Resolve Licenses in celebration of Stage 32's July Filmmakers Club! If you want to be eligible for this incredible prize giveaway on July 26th make sure that you're participating in the July Filmmakers Club challenges each week!

Ashley Renee Smith

I love to hear that, Brian Gunter!

Eon C. Rambally

Already have and ongoing Ashley Renee Smith! Enjoying it!

Ashley Renee Smith

I'm so glad to hear that, Eon C. Rambally!!

Ashley Renee Smith

Eon C. Rambally- This week's blog is now LIVE with the week 4 July Filmmakers Club challenges! Anyone participating this week will be eligible for one of the 3 DaVinci Resolve Editing Licenses I'll be...

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Eon C. Rambally

Thanks Ashley Renee Smith, will do! It's all culminating, having fun!

Sam Sokolow
Win a FREE DaVinci Resolve license here at Stage 32!

To all editors and folks who work in post - this week is huge! Stage 32 & Blackmagic Design are giving away 3 FREE DaVinci Resolve Licenses in celebration of Stage 32's July Filmmakers Club! If you want to be eligible for this incredible prize giveaway on July 26th, it's not too late to sign up for...

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July Filmmakers Club Week 4: The Real Reel- A Filmmaker/DP Calling Card
July Filmmakers Club Week 4: The Real Reel- A Filmmaker/DP Calling Card
In a land not so far away, in a time not so long ago, the veil to the film world was a mighty feat to cross. I'm not saying it still isn't tough to get out there and become a financially stable filmma…
Sebastian Tudores
Mixing and matching - AI & Archival

Sharing a quick little video I edited for the 4th of July - first time using ElevenLabs for narration & also used a few clips generated with RunwayML Gen3. It was an interesting experience mixing all the formats. hope everyone had a wonderful 4th!

https://youtu.be/bNn71HyYpg0?si=Kz2g62GDzIBwPCbc...

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Ashley Renee Smith

Sebastian Tudores, this is great!! Thank you for sharing!

This week's blog is now LIVE with the week 4 July Filmmakers Club challenges! Anyone participating this week will be eligible for one of the 3...

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Ashley Renee Smith
Join in on July Filmmaking Club NOW to Win a DaVinci Resolve License!

Hey, All!

We're continuing Stage 32's July Filmmakers Club with today's FREE blog- The Real Reel- A Filmmaker/DP Calling Card by Award-Winning Filmmaker, Emily Skye! Join in for FREE today by reading the blog in the link below and participating in this week's challenges so that you are eligible to wi...

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Sam Sokolow
FInal Cut in Venice has selected it's finalists!

This is an important program for films in emerging markets. Congratulations to the finalists! https://cineuropa.org/en/newsdetail/464605

Daniel Husbands
Wednesday's Ask Me Anything with Ashley Ottesen in the Acting Lounge!

Ashley Ottesen, Award-Winning Actress & Social Media Content Creator with 2 Million+ Followers will be hosting a 24-Hour Ask Me Anything ("AMA") from Wednesday 7/17 to Thursday 7/18 in the Acting Lounge, focused on "Using Social Media Content to Forge Your Own Path as a Performer and Creator."

https:...

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Daniel Husbands
Vfx kiss*

If you've ever tried to do a VFX shot and thought to yourself you don't have enough time to build the model or effect, don't have the resources to render fast enough, or found the scoop of your idea just too overwhelming, You might have been looking at things wrong. This great video show how with a...

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