Show notes
Our guest today has one heck of a story of how she came to be an editor working in the film industry that includes spiders, eels & New Zealand! We got to sit down with Melissa Salpietra and talk about her process for working on narrative projects & making a living as an editor in the commercial world. She also teaches us about the 3 important components she analyzes before accepting any new project!So without further delay, please enjoy this chat with Melissa Salpietra!Follow Melissa on Facebook & Check out her website: https://melissasalpietra.wixsite.com/mysiteRecent Narrative Work: Editor - "Writer's Block" is a short film well into it's festival run. Editor - "Manhood" is also well into it's festival run. Stay tuned into her Facebook & website for updates on any future film projects!Episode Marks:Welcome (00:45)Spiders, Eels & Deep Sea Diving (01:56)In the News (07:37)Focusing on Being an Editor (08:34)Working on Narrative Projects (09:58)Being the First Audience Member (16:20)Creative Problem Solving & Not Being Precious in the Edit (20:20)Being a Female Editor & Focusing on Story (28:29)Does it Matter What You Edit in? (35:17)Money, People or Story (41:03)Advice to Others Wanting to Pursue Filmmaking (46:11)What Melissa Has Been Watching & How to Contact Her (50:32)Closing Remarks & Contacting Us (55:28)Music:Intro/Outro - Cine Vibes by Bryan HoltFollow us on Instagram: thecinevibesLastly, tap that follow button on Spotify, Apple Podcast or Stitcher to stay up to date on episode releases!
