Acclaimed Editor of One Piece, Dope Thief, Star Trek: Picard and Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. to Mentor Students in MEWShop’s Six Week Intensive
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Manhattan Edit Workshop’s Talking MEWShop series continues its deep dive into the art, craft, and business of professional editing with a standout episode featuring Katie Turinski, award-winning commercial editor at Exile known for cutting Super Bowl commercials, national ad campaigns, and high-profile brand storytelling.
In the early 1990s, before LinkedIn portfolios and Vimeo links, breaking into film and television post-production involved a kind of leap-of-faith persistence that now feels almost mythological. For editor Matthew Barbato, that leap began with a printed directory, a stack of paper résumés, and a willingness to mail them—one by one — to production companies that might not even exist anymore.
For anyone aspiring to break into the film and television industry, the question often arises: should you invest in a traditional 4-year film school program, or opt for a shorter, intensive training program like a 6-week film editing workshop bootcamp? While both paths have their merits, the reality is that a focused bootcamp offers a far more cost-effective, practical, and industry-connected experience for those eager to master the craft of editing and launch their careers.
In a recent edition of Talking MEWShop, Raphi Salem welcomed a standout guest from the Manhattan Edit Workshop (MEWShop) community—Sophia Grimbaum Flores. Joined by MEWShop founder Josh Apter and President Jason Banke, the conversation illuminated how Sophia's journey through the Six Week "Art of Editing" Workshop became a transformative pivot from uncertainty to creative career success.
Joanna Naugle, ACE, has become a standout editor in the world of television, particularly for her work on the critically acclaimed series The Bear. But her journey is anything but typical, encompassing animation, live action, and a deep appreciation for the craft of sound. Speaking with MEWShop, Naugle opened up about her diverse editing background and how each experience has sharpened her storytelling instincts.
In the latest edition of Talking MEWShop, Raphi Salem welcomed editor Susan Vaill, ACE, alongside Manhattan Edit Workshop Founder Josh Apter and President Jason Banke, for a deep and personal conversation about Vaill’s journey through the world of editing—from her first childhood experiences on set to her current status as a sought-after editor across both drama and comedy.
In a recent TALKING MEWSHOP podcast hosted by Raphi Salem and presented by the Manhattan Edit Workshop, legendary film editor Paul Hirsch sat down for an illuminating conversation about his decades-long career. Known for editing classics like Star Wars, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Footloose, Mission: Impossible, and Empire Strikes Back, Hirsch offered an honest and often humorous glimpse into a life spent shaping some of the most iconic films in Hollywood history.
MEWShop's Josh Apter, Production Designer Judy Becker, and DP Lol Crawley, BSC discuss The Brutalist’s artistic vision, production challenges, and industry impact. They explore its 70mm format, subversive imagery like the inverted Statue of Liberty, and Marcel Breuer-inspired design. Despite budget constraints, the team crafted a visually rich, immersive experience.
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