Joining me this week, Dan Liu
Danis 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.
