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The Lot1 PodcastBONUS – After Show: PROOF Film Fest & Festival Programming with Imani DavisImani Davis is a writer, producer, and a film programmer at the American Cinematheque in Los Angeles. A recent LA transplant from Chicago, she is deeply committed to elevating women directors, as well as providing opportunities for emerging talent to break into the film industry. At the American Cinematheque, a 501c3 nonprofit boasting over 1,500 film screenings a year, Imani curates, plans, and executes unique and engaging film events. She has worked to put on events with A-list filmmakers and talent such as Sofia Coppola, Jordan Peele, Daniels (Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert), Damien Chazelle, Christopher Nolan, and many more.
2025-10-2246 minThe Lot1 Podcast#58 | Scoring the Screen: The Art of Music for Film & TV with Corey MartinCorey is a versatile composer with a blend of unique artistry mixed with a deep understanding of cinematic music. Over a decade now in the business, he got his start writing for motion picture advertising, landing his music in spots for Star Wars, Concussion, The Incredibles 2, and countless other projects. His breakthrough as a film composer came in 2023, with his original music in HBO’s Last Stop Larrimah, produced by Duplass Brothers Productions which went #1 on Netflix in Australia. Later that year he scored the Taika Waititi directed short film “The Lost Voice” in collaboration with Apple. More recently, he ser...
2025-10-071h 06The Lot1 PodcastBONUS – After Show: Festival Programming & Filmmaking Insights with Jillian CorsieThis week we’re sharing a previously recorded episode from The Lot1 Podcast After Show vault with some one of our fan-favorite guests, Jillian Corsie!–Jillian Corsie is a Filmmaker and Editor working primarily on commercials and feature-length documentaries in addition to directing her own films. On the side, she is a Film Festival Programmer for Slamdance and Salute Your Shorts.Connect with Jillian:➡️ Instagram: @jcorise➡️ TikTok: @salute_your_shortshttps://jilliancorsie.com/About The Lot1 Podcast ✨The Lot1 Podcast is designed for anyone who...
2025-09-2329 minThe Lot1 Podcast#57 | Inside the Writer's Room with Sean ConroySean Conroy is a writer and comedian known for his writing work on shows like Mr. Pickles and Key and Peele. A longtime ASSSSCAT improviser at UCB (since 1997) and a Conan stand-up alum, Sean has also directed a short film, is developing a pilot with Screen Ireland, and has launched several podcasts. He is a member of the WGA and SAG.Connect with Sean:➡️ Instagram: @seanconroy➡️ TikTok: @seanconroywriteseanconroy.comAbout The Lot1 Podcast ✨The Lot1 Podcast is designed for anyone who is interested in or working...
2025-09-091h 06The Lot1 PodcastBONUS - After Show: Funding Your First Film, First Look Deals, & More with Producer, Ryan O'QuinnRyan O'Quinn has more than twenty-five years experience in the entertainment industry and is CEO of Damascus Road Media Group and President of Damascus Road Productions. He has created, produced and starred in content across all mediums since 1996 and currently leads a team of experts to curate, develop, acquire and produce commercially-viable film and television content in the faith and family vertical at STX Entertainment.Previously O'Quinn served as a National Marketing Director of Compassion International, the world's largest holistic child-development organization. From Hollywood he developed marketing strategies that saw double-digit year over year growth including...
2025-08-2634 minThe Lot1 PodcastBONUS - After Show: Actor Pay, Your First Major Booking & More, with Actor/Filmmaker, Denis ShepherdThis week we’re sharing a previously recorded episode from The Lot1 Podcast After Show vault with one of our fan-favorite guests, Denis Shepherd!–Denis Shepherd, a Los Angeles-based actor and filmmaker hailing from Chatsworth, California, has been making waves both in front of and behind the camera. His recent starring role in the independent feature film "The Compatriots" and his recurring role on Paramount's "Paradise Lost" have solidified his reputation as a versatile actor with a captivating on-screen presence.In addition to his work on the big screen, Denis has been...
2025-08-1240 minThe Lot1 PodcastBONUS - After Show: Where to Find Financing For Your Film with Stephanie Caleb & Franchesca LantzThis week we’re sharing a previously recorded episode from The Lot1 Podcast After Show vault with some of our fan-favorite guests, Stephanie Caleb & Franchesca Lantz!–Stephanie CalebStephanie Caleb is the founder and Co-Chairman of Ardvella Entertainment. She previously served as EVP of Acquisitions and Production at Cinelou Films where she worked for 8 years overseeing project acquisitions and creative advertising for the studios’ self-distributed films including, Golden Globe® nominated film Cake, (Jennifer Aniston), Mr. Church, (Eddie Murphy), Burn Your Maps, (Vera Farmiga), and The Comedian (Robert De Niro, Leslie Mann).Prior...
2025-07-2926 minThe Lot1 Podcast#56 | What Filmmakers Overlook with Filmmaker and Story Consultant, Spade RobinsonSpade Robinson is a filmmaker, educator, and curator with a passion for cinematic storytelling that challenges, enlightens, and inspires. She began curating films and documentary works-in-progress during her time at Sundance Institute, where she worked with the Feature Film Program, Documentary Film Program, and Sundance Film Festival, collaborating with hundreds of filmmakers to shape compelling narratives.As a former programmer for the Los Angeles Film Festival, she curated an entire section of the festival, championing diverse voices and innovative storytelling. She currently serves as the Feature Film Lab Director for the Athena Screenwriting Lab and sits...
2025-07-1552 minThe Lot1 Podcast#55 | Gripping Hollywood with Key Grip, Brendan RielBrendan Riel is an I.A.T.S.E. local 80 key grip and owner of Legacy Grip. Specializing in camera rigs, specialty camera movement, and vehicle rigs for the motion picture industry, Brendan is also committed to keeping the art of shaping light alive.Throughout his career Brendan has amassed hundreds of commercial credits, tens of feature film credits and a handful of TV show work. Working at scale is no problem - the bigger the rig or lighting setup the better. Drawing from his leadership capabilities, Brendan has successfully brought the visions of DPs and...
2025-07-011h 10The Lot1 Podcast#54 | Selling the Script: Industry Insights with Literary Manager & Producer, Jason LubinJason Lubin is a manager-producer and the principal at First Story Entertainment, which he founded in 2018. The lit management company represents a diverse roster of talented writers and directors with fresh voices in all genres for Film and TV. The company’s clients have been on the writing staffs of a plethora of shows, sold series to multiple networks, and directed films selected for the Sundance and Cannes Film Festivals. In 2021, two of the nine participants selected for the highly competitive WBTV Writers Workshop were clients. In the feature space, First Story clients have written films starring Robert De Niro...
2025-06-1759 minThe Lot1 PodcastBONUS - After Show: How Much a Director Makes & More with WGA/DGA Writer/Director, Yoko OkumuraThis week we’re sharing a previously recorded episode from The Lot1 Podcast After Show vault with one of our fan-favorite guests, Yoko Okumura!–Yoko Okumura (she/her) is a genre-fluid writer and director who thrives in the intersection of grit and glamour. Born in a Buddhist temple in Japan and raised in the frostbite of Minneapolis, she is obsessed with telling rebellious stories through underrepresented perspectives. She directed the feature thriller Unseen for Blumhouse, and her episode Ball of Twine for Sam Raimi's horror anthology 50 States of Fright is streaming as a Rok...
2025-06-031h 24The Lot1 Podcast#53 | Budgeting for the Big Screen (and the Small One) with Producer, Jens JacobJens Jacob is a seasoned film producer based in Los Angeles, known for his innovative approach to storytelling and his extensive experience in the film industry. He is the founder of Sypher, a commercial and music video production company, and Co-Founder of Sypher Studios, a full-service original content studio, and now Saturation.io the new standard for automating production finance and expense management. Jens has made significant contributions to the world of film and media.Connect with Jens:➡️ Instagram: @jensjacob24➡️ TikTok: @jensjacob24www.saturation.ioAbout The Lot1 Pod...
2025-05-2052 minThe Lot1 Podcast#52 | Working with the Thunderbolts* (Literally) with Dialect Coach, Courtney YoungCourtney Young is a Dialect Coach known for her work on Thunderbolts (2025), Agatha All Along (2024), Barbie (2023), House Of Spoils (2024), Under the Banner of Heaven (2022), WandaVision (2021), Avengers: Endgame (2019), and Avengers: Infinity War (2018). Courtney received a BA in Theatre from University of Utah and an MFA in Voice Studies from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama in London, England.Courtney is also a Professor of Theatre and Film at the University of Houston and Lone Star College.Connect with Courtney:➡️ Instagram: @Courtney_ly➡️ TikTok: @accentcoachAbout The Lot1...
2025-05-0655 minThe Lot1 Podcast#51 | Never Give Up with Senior VFX Supervisor, Adam HowardAdam Howard is the winner of four Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Individual Achievement in Special Visual Effects and has been nominated a total of nine times for his VFX work on multiple Star Trek series. He originally trained in his home town of Melbourne Australia as a graphic designer, illustrator and animator, using very traditional artist tools. His passion for visual effects in film and television led him to be one of the first digital artists on the planet creating groundbreaking digital effects and animation for ABC-TV Melbourne and AAV Studios. He moved to Los Angeles in 1990 getting...
2025-04-221h 04The Lot1 Podcast#50 | Financing Your Film with Producer and Financier, Micah HaleyMicah Haley is a film producer & financier at Intercut Capital. He started his career in Louisiana during the birth of the domestic film tax credits, working on set in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. After learning the world of film finance alongside his producing partner R. Bryan Wright, the pair opened Intercut Capital in 2018, where Micah now serves as the director of development and creative lead. On his website and across social media, Micah offers a look into the hidden world of film finance, investment and distribution.Connect with Micah:➡️ Instagram: @itsmicahhaley➡️ TikTok...
2025-04-081h 08The Lot1 PodcastBONUS - After Show: Pitching HUGE IPs & More with WGA Screenwriter & Content Creator, Nicolas CurcioThis week we’re sharing a previously recorded episode from The Lot1 Podcast After Show vault with one of our fan-favorite guests, Nicolas Curcio!–Nicolas Curcio is a screenwriter from Los Angeles, CA. He received his MFA in Film/TV Production from USC's School of Cinematic Arts and landed on the 2019 Black List with his feature script "Barron: A Tale of Love, Loss and Legacy." He has since written films for Sony Animation, Paramount, and Universal.Connect with Nicolas:➡️ TikTok: @nicolascurciowriter➡️ Instagram: @nicolascurcioAbout The Lot1 Podcast...
2025-03-251h 06The Lot1 Podcast#49 | Casting for Reality TV with Casting Manager, Alexis BestAlexis Best is an Unscripted TV Casting Manager that got started in the industry in 2018. She graduated from San Diego State University in 2018 with a degree in Television, Film, and New Media Production. She then went on to intern in the summer of 2018 with the Television Academy for Unscripted TV.Connect with Alexis:➡️ Instagram: @alexisbcast➡️ TikTok: @alexisbcasthttps://staffmeup.com/profile/id/1473276About The Lot1 Podcast ✨The Lot1 Podcast is designed for anyone who is interested in or working in filmmaking. Whether you’re just starting out...
2025-03-1152 minThe Lot1 Podcast#48 | Fellowships & Indie Filmmaking with Filmmaker, Karina DandashiKarina Dandashi is a Syrian-American Muslim filmmaker born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA. Her work has been featured in numerous Oscar-Qualifying festivals around the U.S. and programs at The Museum of Modern Art and The American Cinematheque. Karina was a 2020 Creative Culture Fellow at The Jacob Burns Film Center and a 2021 Sundance Ignite Fellow. She was featured in Marie Claire’s inaugural Creators Issue as one of the “Top 21 Creators to Watch” in 2022. Her feature script OUT OF WATER was selected by Film Independent for their 2023 Screenwriting Lab and was awarded three grants from MPAC, The Heinz Endowments, and Th...
2025-02-2542 minThe Lot1 Podcast#47 | All Things Art Dept with Production Designer, Raphaelle GamanhoRaphaelle Gamanho is a Production Designer whose journey began as a Graphic Designer with an art degree, opening the door to the art department at large. Here, like many individuals, Raphaelle is cross-trained in sets and props. Over the years, she has developed a focus in special effects including miniatures, fabrication, and practical in-camera effects. These days, she works on stop-motion and puppetry content as well as regular human-scale indie short films and features. Connect with Raphaelle:➡️ Instagram: @raphaellegamanho➡️ TikTok: @raphaellegamanhohttps://raphaellegamanho.com/About The Lot1 Podcast ✨...
2025-02-1153 minThe Lot1 Podcast#46 | The NextFoundArtist Platform with Founder, Rachael GalperinRachael Galperin is the founder of NextFoundArtist, a platform that amplifies independent filmmaker voices through tools, resources, and distribution. With a strong background in media and brand strategy, Rachael has led teams and forged partnerships with major platforms, driving growth and building a strategic foundation for content and community.Inspired by her childhood dream of an inclusive artistic space, she created NextFoundArtist to champion authenticity and diverse storytelling. Through weekly releases, and festival collaborations, Rachael is redefining independent film by transforming the way art is shared, consumed, and experienced, emphasizing community, diversity, and empowerment.
2025-01-2839 minThe Lot1 Podcast#45 | Modern Family, Making Connections, & More with Production Designer, Monique DiasMonique Dias is an LA based Production Designer best known for her work on NBC’s GRAND CREW, the award winning Netflix series GENTEFIED, and the period dramedy ANGELYNE. She is an AFI Production Design alumnus, has a BFA from the University of Arizona in Media Arts, and is an uncertified wine enthusiast.She has spent 15 years designing for television and film, and has an array of experience that also includes music videos, commercials and documentaries. Monique is currently expanding this skillset to include experiential theater and immersive design. Creating captivating worlds for stories to be to...
2025-01-1456 minThe Lot1 PodcastHappy Holidays!As the year comes to a close we wanted to say HAPPY HOLIDAYS and THANK YOU SO MUCH for helping us kickstart an amazing launch of our re-brand this year. Enjoy this fantastic holiday episode where we close out our year, chat about upcoming and exciting news, and play Christmas movie trivia! See you all in the New Year. Onward and upward for 2025!–If you like this episode and want more, become a VIP subscriber to get early access to our episodes, exclusive access to The Lot1 Podcast After Show, and muc...
2024-12-1732 minThe Lot1 PodcastBONUS - After Show: Gordon Ramsay, Creative Challenges, & More with EVP/Head of Creative Advertising at Fox, Scott EdwardsThis week we’re giving our wonderful listeners bonus content: an exclusive look at what you get access to on our Patreon! To give you a taste of this, we’re sharing one of our favorite After Show episodes with Scott Edwards.If you like this episode and want more, become a VIP subscriber to get early access to our episodes, exclusive access to The Lot1 Podcast After Show, and much more!www.patreon.com/thelot1podcast–Scott Edwards is the EVP, Head of Creative Advertising at Fox. He overse...
2024-12-1036 minThe Lot1 Podcast#44 | The World of Film Festivals with Programmer, Editor, & Filmmaker, Jillian CorsieJillian Corsie is a Filmmaker and Editor working primarily on commercials and feature-length documentaries in addition to directing her own films. On the side, she is a Film Festival Programmer for Slamdance and Salute Your Shorts.Connect with Jillian:➡️ Instagram: @jcorise➡️ TikTok: @salute_your_shortshttps://jilliancorsie.com/About The Lot1 Podcast ✨The Lot1 Podcast is designed for anyone who is interested in or working in filmmaking. Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned veteran, we hope you gain the knowledge you need to improve y...
2024-12-0349 minThe Lot1 PodcastHappy Thanksgiving!Happy Thanksgiving from us to you! See you on 12.03.24 for a regularly scheduled episode 🧡About The Lot1 Podcast ✨ The Lot1 Podcast is designed for anyone who is interested in or working in filmmaking. Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned veteran, we hope you gain the knowledge you need to improve your craft, achieve your filmmaking goals, or simply get an understanding and appreciation for the roles and duties of your peers and colleagues.🩷Special Thanks to Our Amazing Patreon Supporters 🩷✅ Become a VIP subscriber to get early access...
2024-11-2601 minThe Lot1 Podcast#43 | Launching a Production Company with Producers, Stephanie Caleb & Franchesca LantzStephanie CalebStephanie Caleb is the founder and Co-Chairman of Ardvella Entertainment. She previously served as EVP of Acquisitions and Production at Cinelou Films where she worked for 8 years overseeing project acquisitions and creative advertising for the studios’ self-distributed films including, Golden Globe® nominated film Cake, (Jennifer Aniston), Mr. Church, (Eddie Murphy), Burn Your Maps, (Vera Farmiga), and The Comedian (Robert De Niro, Leslie Mann).Prior to that, Stephanie spent 10 years as the SVP of Creative Affairs and Acquisitions at After Dark Films. She acquired over 76 horror films while also overseeing all development, production and...
2024-11-1946 minThe Lot1 Podcast#42 | Breaking Into TV with Writer/Producer at Nickelodeon, Billy GleesonBilly is a comedian and writer from the UK who has been working in the American television industry for 15 years. From news to comedy to sports, he's worn many different hats in this business, which is not easy given that he's a size 8. Most of his childhood was spent sat in front of the TV drinking banana Yazoo and dreaming of making content that brings a bright spot to rough days. Having worked with Conan, The Late Show, NBC Sports, NFL Slimetime and more, he hopes to continue making content that brings a smile and sanity to this bizarre wor...
2024-11-1255 minThe Lot1 Podcast#41 | The Legal Side of Showbiz with Entertainment Attorney, Tisha MorrisTisha Morris is the founder of Morris Entertainment Law where she practices entertainment law with a mission to help diverse voices tell their story for a better world. Tisha is a member of the Beverly Hills Bar Association, California Lawyer for the Arts, Women in Film, Women in Music, and a board member of the Ojai Film Festival. Connect with Tisha:➡️ Instagram: @TishaLMorris➡️ TikTok: @TishaLMorriswww.MorrisEntertainmentLaw.comAbout The Lot1 Podcast ✨The Lot1 Podcast is designed for anyone who is interested in or working in filmmaki...
2024-11-0545 minThe Lot1 Podcast#40 | Crowdfunding Your Film with CEO/Founder of Seed&Spark, Emily BestEmily Best is the founder and CEO of Seed&Spark, a platform built to make entertainment more diverse, inclusive, connected and essential. She has raised millions in investment and crowdfunding, secured large brand partnerships, and built a world-class team for Seed&Spark. In 2023, CNBC named Seed&Spark one of the top 200 fintech companies in the world.In addition to her work at Seed&Spark, she has produced films, series and VR projects that have premiered at Sundance, SXSW, Tribeca and more. Her most recent film is RATIFIED, a feature documentary about the 100-year struggle to enshrine...
2024-10-2951 minThe Lot1 Podcast#39 | Live Content Producing with Producer, Avi BaglaAvi Bagla is an award winning live producer with deep experience creating comedic, engaging, and interactive live shows. He’s produced shows for Twitch, TikTok, BuzzFeed, Mashable, and more, accumulating over 200 million total views across broadcasts. His work includes the Cannes-Nominated global music livestream “TikTok In the Mix,” the most viewed TikTok LIVE in history, three Super Bowl TikTok Tailgates with megastars like Gwen Stefani, Jason DeRulo, the Chainsmokers and more; two OSCARS Red Carpet interview shows hosted by creators with more than 6m total views on TikTok LIVE; and the Telly Award winning original musical “For You, Paige” hosted by...
2024-10-2237 minThe Lot1 Podcast#38 | Festival Programming & What Festivals Look For with Film Programmer, Writer, & Producer, Imani DavisImani Davis is a writer, producer, and a film programmer at the American Cinematheque in Los Angeles. A recent LA transplant from Chicago, she is deeply committed to elevating women directors, as well as providing opportunities for emerging talent to break into the film industry. At the American Cinematheque, a 501c3 nonprofit boasting over 1,500 film screenings a year, Imani curates, plans, and executes unique and engaging film events. She has worked to put on events with A-list filmmakers and talent such as Sofia Coppola, Jordan Peele, Daniels (Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert), Damien Chazelle, Christopher Nolan, and many more.
2024-10-1544 minThe Lot1 Podcast#37 | Film School, Camera Dept, & More with 1st AC & App Developer, Erica ChanErica Chan is an IATSE Local 600 First Assistant Camera and the App Developer behind FreeMe, an all-in-one job and time tracking app designed to support the individual crew member. Erica grew up in Vegas and attended UNLV for undergrad, followed by FSU for her Master's degree. She moved to Los Angeles in 2015 and joined IATSE Local 600 in 2019. Erica is a winner of a Student Emmy.During the pandemic, Erica helped people through unemployment with Unemployment Gurus. She works mostly on commercials (Google, Apple, US Army, Alaska Airlines) and launched FreeMe in May of 2024....
2024-10-0841 minThe Lot1 Podcast#36 | Dubbing/Directing for Anime w/ Voice Director & Script Adapter, Alexander von DavidBorn and raised in Los Angeles, Alexander von David grew up watching Looney Tunes and Elvira’s Movie Macabre... which, if you know him, explains a lot. After directing commercials for a time, he stumbled onto the world of localization in 2005 and has been adapting and directing English dubs ever since.Connect with Alexander:➡️ X: @alexvondavidAbout The Lot1 Podcast ✨The Lot1 Podcast is designed for anyone who is interested in or working in filmmaking. Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned veteran, we hope you gain the knowle...
2024-10-0140 minThe Lot1 Podcast#35 | Starting Your Own Production Company with Producer, Ryan O'QuinnRyan O'Quinn has more than 25 years experience in the entertainment industry and is CEO of Damascus Road Media Group and President of Damascus Road Productions. He has created, produced and starred in content across all mediums since 1996 and currently leads a team of experts to curate, develop, acquire and produce commercially-viable film and television content in the faith and family vertical at STX Entertainment.Previously, O'Quinn served as a National Marketing Director of Compassion International, the world's largest holistic child-development organization. He developed marketing strategies that saw year over year growth including the largest increase in 63...
2024-09-2453 minThe Lot1 Podcast#34 | A Conversation on AI with Advisor, Consultant, & Podcast Host, Gabriella MirabelliGabriella Mirabelli, listed by Inc. as one of the "5 Unsung Heroes of New Media," is a Consumer Insights Advisor, Personal Strategy Consultant, and Creator & Host of the award-winning Up Next podcast. She leverages her extensive marketing and consumer insights experience to help entrepreneurs and executives develop effective strategies. Previously, she was the EVP of Consumer Insights & Brand Strategy for MRC Media and co-founder of the Emmy award-winning creative agency ANATOMY. Gabriella began her career in organizational consulting at Price Waterhouse and holds a Masters from the London School of Economics and a summa cum laude undergraduate degree from Tufts...
2024-09-1745 minThe Lot1 Podcast#33 | Documentary Producing with Emmy-Award Winning Unscripted Producer, Jessica KelleyJessica Kelley began her two decades of video production experience in Ohio where she developed her first local television show in 2007. From there, she studied in Beijing, China for her Master's degree in International Media.After graduation, her career brought her to New York where she produced over 50 short films, 4 digital series, 3 live events, and a handful of ad campaigns for multiple brands. During this time, she also received her doctorate in Organizational Leadership where she was recognized as a pioneer in digital journalism, becoming one of the first producers in the U.S. selected for...
2024-09-1051 minThe Lot1 Podcast#32 | Becoming a Costume Designer & More with IATSE Costume Designer, Whitney Anne AdamsWhitney Anne Adams is a Costume Designer who has worked on several internationally acclaimed films, many of which have been featured at the Sundance, Cannes, Tribeca, and Toronto International Film Festivals. Her credits include Story Ave, Freaky, We Have A Ghost, Happy Death Day 2U, as well as the upcoming The Supremes at Earl’s All-You-Can Eat with Searchlight Pictures. Whitney is an active union member of two I.A.T.S.E locals: the Costume Designers Guild, Local 892 and United Scenic Artists, Local 829. She is one of the co-chairs of both the CDG Pay Equity Committee and the Lo...
2024-09-0358 minThe Lot1 Podcast#31 | Josh Hartnett + Acting to Producer Pipeline with SAG-AFTRA Member/Filmmaker, Denis ShepherdDenis Shepherd, a Los Angeles-based actor and filmmaker hailing from Chatsworth, California, has been making waves both in front of and behind the camera. His recent starring role in the independent feature film "The Compatriots" and his recurring role on Paramount's "Paradise Lost" have solidified his reputation as a versatile actor with a captivating on-screen presence.In addition to his work on the big screen, Denis has been featured and worked alongside major brands such as Disney, Nike, Google, Microsoft, Skechers, American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Panera, Nissan, and Bud Light. His ability to connect with audiences...
2024-08-271h 02The Lot1 Podcast#30 | Creating Documentaries with Producer/SVP of Docs at Kennedy Marshall, Tony RosenthalTony Rosenthal is the Senior Vice President of Documentaries at The Kennedy/Marshall Company, and serves as Executive Producer for the company’s documentary slate with an unwavering passion for creating compelling content.In his role, Tony manages the day-to-day operations of the company’s documentary division, collaborates with creative partners, and oversees the execution of all production initiatives, ensuring that each project aligns with the company’s creative vision while fostering an environment that encourages creativity and innovation throughout all stages of production. Recent projects include THE BEACH BOYS (Disney+) RATHER (Netflix), THE SPACE RACE (NatGeo...
2024-08-201h 02The Lot1 Podcast#29 | A Deep Dive on Camera Work & Representation with DP/Camera Op & ICG 600 Member, Rachel DusaRachel Dusa is an award winning Director of Photography and Camera Operator with over a decade of experience behind the lens. Her knowledge and skills have allowed her to traverse multiple facets of the industry, creating compelling imagery for scripted films, television series, and commercial campaigns. The diversity of her experience across the globe has formed various skill sets for her to pull from when lensing scripted and commercial projects.Some of her notable credits include: Modern Family, The L Word: Generation Q, Ted Lasso, Arrested Development, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Lessons in Chemistry, Rap Sh...
2024-08-131h 07The Lot1 Podcast#28 | Getting Started in the Industry with Marvel Post PA, Angelyn RodriguezAfter graduating from CSUF, Angelyn Rodriguez broke her way into the industry at Buzzfeed, then HISTORY OF THE WORLD, PART II, and A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW. She is now a Post Production Assistant at Marvel Studios.Connect with Angelyn:➡️ TikTok: @angelynleia➡️ Instagram: @angelynleiahttps://www.angelynrodriguez.com/About The Lot1 Podcast ✨The Lot1 Podcast is designed for anyone who is interested in or working in filmmaking. Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned veteran, we hope you gain the knowledge you need to improve y...
2024-08-0646 minThe Lot1 Podcast#27 | The Art of Film Producing & Decentralized Film with Producer/DGA UPM, Daniel SollingerDaniel Sollinger is a graduate of New York University's Film School, and the producer of more than 400 commercials, music videos, and short films for clients including Pepsi, Warner Brothers Records, CBS, Sony, and Comedy Central. His work has won awards from New York University, The American Film Institute, The Accolade Awards and the American Motion Picture Society. His work has played at SXSW, Tribeca, Toronto, Berlin, and many other film festivals, and can be seen on multiple streaming platforms throughout the world.After working on numerous rap videos for artists such as Will Smith, and A...
2024-07-301h 08The Lot1 Podcast#26 | TV Advertising with EVP/Head of Creative Advertising at Fox, Scott EdwardsScott Edwards is the EVP, Head of Creative Advertising at Fox. He oversees the unpredictable process and convergence of art and commerce including first-look trailers, launch promos, current-show episodics, key art one sheets or billboards, custom social content, or otherwise, for shows like 9-1-1 LONESTAR, ACCUSED, ALERT, BEAT SHAZAM, BOB’S BURGERS, THE CLEANING LADY, CRIME SCENE KITCHEN, FAMILY GUY, GRIMSBURG, KRAPOPOLIS, LEGO MASTERS, THE GREAT NORTH, THE SIMPSONS, THE MASKED SINGER, SPECIAL FORCES, and an array of Gordon Ramsay shows (FOOD STARS, HELL’S KITCHEN, KITCHEN NIGHTMARES, MASTER CHEF, NEXT LEVEL CHEF).Pri...
2024-07-231h 05The Lot1 Podcast#25 | Blumhouse, Finding Style, & Representation with WGA/DGA Writer/Director, Yoko OkumuraYoko Okumura (she/her) is a genre-fluid writer and director who thrives in the intersection of grit and glamour. Born in a Buddhist temple in Japan and raised in the frostbite of Minneapolis, she is obsessed with telling rebellious stories through underrepresented perspectives. She directed the feature thriller Unseen for Blumhouse, and her episode Ball of Twine for Sam Raimi's horror anthology 50 States of Fright is streaming as a Roku Original. Yoko has also directed numerous one-hour episodes for Freeform.She is a sponsored director under the Women In Film + Sundance ReFrame Rise P...
2024-07-161h 23The Lot1 Podcast#24 | The Art vs. the Business with WGA Screenwriter & Content Creator, Nicolas CurcioNicolas Curcio is a screenwriter from Los Angeles, CA. He received his MFA in Film/TV Production from USC's School of Cinematic Arts and landed on the 2019 Black List with his feature script "Barron: A Tale of Love, Loss and Legacy." He has since written films for Sony Animation, Paramount, and Universal.Connect with Nicolas:➡️ TikTok: @nicolascurciowriter➡️ Instagram: @nicolascurcioAbout The Lot1 Podcast ✨The Lot1 Podcast is designed for anyone who is interested in or working in filmmaking. Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned veteran, we...
2024-07-091h 03The Lot1 PodcastWe're Back!Hey everybody, long time no see! Thank you for your patience while we revamped and improved -- we promise it was worth the wait. We hope you enjoy our new facelift!About The Lot1 Podcast ✨The Lot1 Podcast is designed for anyone who is interested in or working in filmmaking. Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned veteran, we hope you gain the knowledge you need to improve your craft, achieve your filmmaking goals, or simply get an understanding and appreciation for the roles and duties of your peers and colleagues.
2024-07-0103 minThe Lot1 Podcast#22 | The Holiday Episode | 2023"Thank you for tuning in to 'The Lot1 Podcast'! We appreciate your support. Stay connected with us on social media for the latest updates, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes glimpses. Follow us on Tik Tok @thelot1podcast for short and fun clips that complement our episodes. Join the conversation on Instagram and YouTube at @Lot1 Productions. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share to help us spread the word! "Onto the next one!" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-12-2239 minThe Lot1 Podcast#22 | The Holiday Episode | 2023"Thank you for tuning in to 'The Lot1 Podcast'! We appreciate your support. Stay connected with us on social media for the latest updates, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes glimpses. Follow us on Tik Tok @thelot1podcast for short and fun clips that complement our episodes. Join the conversation on Instagram and YouTube at @Lot1 Productions. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share to help us spread the word! "Onto the next one!" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-12-2239 minThe Lot1 Podcast#21 | Climbing the Thespian Ladder | Actor - Mark Willett"Thank you for tuning in to 'The Lot1 Podcast'! We appreciate your support. Stay connected with us on social media for the latest updates, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes glimpses. Follow us on Tik Tok @thelot1podcast for short and fun clips that complement our episodes. Join the conversation on Instagram and YouTube at @Lot1 Productions. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share to help us spread the word! "Onto the next one!" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-10-311h 19The Lot1 Podcast#21 | Climbing the Thespian Ladder | Actor - Mark Willett"Thank you for tuning in to 'The Lot1 Podcast'! We appreciate your support. Stay connected with us on social media for the latest updates, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes glimpses. Follow us on Tik Tok @thelot1podcast for short and fun clips that complement our episodes. Join the conversation on Instagram and YouTube at @Lot1 Productions. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share to help us spread the word! "Onto the next one!" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-10-311h 19The Lot1 Podcast#20 | "Completely Captured in Cinema" | Actor, Comedian, Filmmaker - Eddie Deirmenjian"Thank you for tuning in to 'The Lot1 Podcast'! We appreciate your support. Stay connected with us on social media for the latest updates, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes glimpses. Follow us on TikTok @thelot1podcast for short and fun clips that complement our episodes. Join the conversation on Instagram and YouTube at @Lot1 Productions. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share to help us spread the word! "Until next time!" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-10-241h 01The Lot1 Podcast#20 | "Completely Captured in Cinema" | Actor, Comedian, Filmmaker - Eddie Deirmenjian"Thank you for tuning in to 'The Lot1 Podcast'! We appreciate your support. Stay connected with us on social media for the latest updates, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes glimpses. Follow us on TikTok @thelot1podcast for short and fun clips that complement our episodes. Join the conversation on Instagram and YouTube at @Lot1 Productions. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share to help us spread the word! "Until next time!" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-10-241h 01The Lot1 Podcast#19 | "Nobody Writes in a Vacuum" | Writer - Sean Fine"Thank you for tuning in to 'The Lot1 Podcast'! We appreciate your support! Stay connected with us on social media for the latest updates, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes glimpses. Follow us on TikTok @thelot1podcast for short and fun clips that complement our episodes. Join the conversation on Instagram and YouTube at @Lot1 Productions. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share to help us spread the word! "Until next time!" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-09-2053 minThe Lot1 Podcast#19 | "Nobody Writes in a Vacuum" | Writer - Sean Fine"Thank you for tuning in to 'The Lot1 Podcast'! We appreciate your support! Stay connected with us on social media for the latest updates, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes glimpses. Follow us on TikTok @thelot1podcast for short and fun clips that complement our episodes. Join the conversation on Instagram and YouTube at @Lot1 Productions. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share to help us spread the word! "Until next time!" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-09-2053 minThe Lot1 Podcast#18 | "Standing in for Denzel" | Actor - Cameron Fuller"Thank you for tuning in to 'The Lot1 Podcast'! We appreciate your support. Stay connected with us on social media for the latest updates, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes glimpses. Follow us on TikTok @thelot1podcast for short and fun clips that complement our episodes. Join the conversation on Instagram and YouTube at @Lot1 Productions. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share to help us spread the word! "Until next time!" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-09-121h 05The Lot1 Podcast#18 | "Standing in for Denzel" | Actor - Cameron Fuller"Thank you for tuning in to 'The Lot1 Podcast'! We appreciate your support. Stay connected with us on social media for the latest updates, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes glimpses. Follow us on TikTok @thelot1podcast for short and fun clips that complement our episodes. Join the conversation on Instagram and YouTube at @Lot1 Productions. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share to help us spread the word! "Until next time!" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-09-121h 05The Lot1 Podcast#17 | "Finding Your Core Message" | Filmmaker / Creative Producer - Maris Lidaka"Thank you for tuning in to 'The Lot1 Podcast'! We appreciate your support. Stay connected with us on social media for the latest updates, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes glimpses. Follow us on TikTok @thelot1podcast for short and fun clips that complement our episodes. Join the conversation on Instagram and YouTube at @Lot1 Productions. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share to help us spread the word! "Until next time!" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-08-2357 minThe Lot1 Podcast#17 | "Finding Your Core Message" | Filmmaker / Creative Producer - Maris Lidaka"Thank you for tuning in to 'The Lot1 Podcast'! We appreciate your support. Stay connected with us on social media for the latest updates, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes glimpses. Follow us on TikTok @thelot1podcast for short and fun clips that complement our episodes. Join the conversation on Instagram and YouTube at @Lot1 Productions. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share to help us spread the word! "Until next time!" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-08-2357 minThe Lot1 Podcast#16 | "Follow your Inspiration, Unapologetically" | Actress - Jenna MalatskeyIn this engaging episode, actress and content creator Jenna Malatskey joins hosts Deji and Christopher to discuss her journey in the entertainment industry and her creative pursuits. Jenna shares her insights on acting, content creation, and making connections in the industry. The conversation delves into topics such as personal inspirations, pursuing opportunities, the value of networking, and the balance between following your own path and seeking advice.Key Points Discussed: Jenna's background and entry into the entertainment industry. Balancing between acting and content creation. The importance of staying true to personal inspirations. Embracing opportunities and creating...
2023-08-1549 minThe Lot1 Podcast#16 | "Follow your Inspiration, Unapologetically" | Actress - Jenna MalatskeyIn this engaging episode, actress and content creator Jenna Malatskey joins hosts Deji and Christopher to discuss her journey in the entertainment industry and her creative pursuits. Jenna shares her insights on acting, content creation, and making connections in the industry. The conversation delves into topics such as personal inspirations, pursuing opportunities, the value of networking, and the balance between following your own path and seeking advice.Key Points Discussed: Jenna's background and entry into the entertainment industry. Balancing between acting and content creation. The importance of staying true to personal inspirations. Embracing opportunities and creating...
2023-08-1549 minThe Lot1 Podcast#15 | "Being Open, Responsive, Diligent, & Confident" | Director - Rebecca Haley ClarkWebsite: https://www.rebeccahaleyclark.com/Instagram: Bexinthecity333X (Twitter): @Bex_in_the_city Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-08-091h 07The Lot1 Podcast#15 | "Being Open, Responsive, Diligent, & Confident" | Director - Rebecca Haley ClarkWebsite: https://www.rebeccahaleyclark.com/Instagram: Bexinthecity333X (Twitter): @Bex_in_the_city Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-08-091h 07The Lot1 Podcast#14 | "Writing Our Childhoods" | Writer - Stu KriegerStu Krieger is a Professor of screen and television writing in the University of California, Riverside’s Department of Theatre, Film & Digital Production and in the Creative Writing for the Performing Arts MFA Program at UCR. He also teaches one class per year at the USC Peter Stark MFA Producing Program. Krieger co-wrote the Emmy award winning mini-series A Year in the Life and was nominated for a Humanites Prize for the Disney Channel original movie, Going to the Mat. Among his more than 25 produced credits, Krieger wrote the animated classic The Land Before Time for producers Steven Spielberg & George Lucas an...
2023-08-011h 12The Lot1 Podcast#14 | "Writing Our Childhoods" | Writer - Stu KriegerStu Krieger is a Professor of screen and television writing in the University of California, Riverside’s Department of Theatre, Film & Digital Production and in the Creative Writing for the Performing Arts MFA Program at UCR. He also teaches one class per year at the USC Peter Stark MFA Producing Program. Krieger co-wrote the Emmy award winning mini-series A Year in the Life and was nominated for a Humanites Prize for the Disney Channel original movie, Going to the Mat. Among his more than 25 produced credits, Krieger wrote the animated classic The Land Before Time for producers Steven Spielberg & George Lucas an...
2023-08-011h 12The Lot1 Podcast#13 | "Opportunities and Expectations in VFX" | Visual Effects Coordinator - Rockford MooreOn this episode, we chatted with Rocky about his current role as a VFX Coordinator, getting started in the industry, the VFX process as a whole, and much more!Follow and Subscribe for more content!Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1cC6SnfHcOyzui3eSMCQb6?si=ed9eed237c2d46b5Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lot1_productions/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thelot1podcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcInstagram: @rocky_moore5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-07-2556 minThe Lot1 Podcast#13 | "Opportunities and Expectations in VFX" | Visual Effects Coordinator - Rockford MooreOn this episode, we chatted with Rocky about his current role as a VFX Coordinator, getting started in the industry, the VFX process as a whole, and much more!Follow and Subscribe for more content!Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1cC6SnfHcOyzui3eSMCQb6?si=ed9eed237c2d46b5Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lot1_productions/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thelot1podcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcInstagram: @rocky_moore5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-07-2556 minThe Lot1 Podcast#12 | "Let's Get Cracking!" | Editor & TikToker - Bella RobertsWe’re so excited for this new episode of #TheLot1Podcast featuring editor extraordinaire, Bella Roberts! On this episode we discussed editing, nepotism, film school, content creation/social media, and much much more! Join us as we take a behind the scenes look at the filmmaking journey through insightful conversations with industry professionals. We’ll discover everything from script writing and development, to distribution and marketing, and find out for sure, do we really have what it takes to make it in Hollywood?Follow and Subscribe for more content!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lot1_productions/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com...
2023-07-181h 02The Lot1 Podcast#12 | "Let's Get Cracking!" | Editor & TikToker - Bella RobertsWe’re so excited for this new episode of #TheLot1Podcast featuring editor extraordinaire, Bella Roberts! On this episode we discussed editing, nepotism, film school, content creation/social media, and much much more! Join us as we take a behind the scenes look at the filmmaking journey through insightful conversations with industry professionals. We’ll discover everything from script writing and development, to distribution and marketing, and find out for sure, do we really have what it takes to make it in Hollywood?Follow and Subscribe for more content!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lot1_productions/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com...
2023-07-181h 02The Lot1 Podcast#11 | "Actors are like Athletes" | Actor - Remington HoffmanJoin us as we take a behind the scenes look at the filmmaking journey through insightful conversations with industry professionals. We’ll discover everything about the film making process, from script writing to distribution and everything in-between, and we'll find out for sure, do we really have what it takes to make it in Hollywood?Presented by Lot1 Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-06-131h 06The Lot1 Podcast#11 | "Actors are like Athletes" | Actor - Remington HoffmanJoin us as we take a behind the scenes look at the filmmaking journey through insightful conversations with industry professionals. We’ll discover everything about the film making process, from script writing to distribution and everything in-between, and we'll find out for sure, do we really have what it takes to make it in Hollywood?Presented by Lot1 Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-06-131h 06The Lot1 Podcast#10 | "Go All In" | Director/Filmmaker - Matt AlonzoJoin us as we take a behind the scenes look at the filmmaking journey through insightful conversations with industry professionals. We’ll discover everything about the film making process, from script writing to distribution and everything in-between, and we'll find out for sure, do we really have what it takes to make it in Hollywood?Presented by Lot1 Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-06-0650 minThe Lot1 Podcast#10 | "Go All In" | Director/Filmmaker - Matt AlonzoJoin us as we take a behind the scenes look at the filmmaking journey through insightful conversations with industry professionals. We’ll discover everything about the film making process, from script writing to distribution and everything in-between, and we'll find out for sure, do we really have what it takes to make it in Hollywood?Presented by Lot1 Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-06-0650 minThe Lot1 Podcast#09 | " I will Persist until I Succeed " | Director/Producer/CEO - Jason BergerJason Berger is a Director, a Producer, and the CEO & Founder of "KIDS AT PLAY". "KIDS AT PLAY has been on the forefront of storytelling in the digital age. Our office (known as “THE PLAYGROUND”) is an inspired place where we utilizetraditional narrative and comedy foundations to push mediums, connect with audiences, and define new creative spaces. KAP has a strong footprint in thekids and comedy space and an overarching sense of “youthfulness” in the projects they do.With writers, directors, producers, editors and graphic teams working under one roof, KAP has the ability to move...
2023-05-0944 minThe Lot1 Podcast#09 | " I will Persist until I Succeed " | Director/Producer/CEO - Jason BergerJason Berger is a Director, a Producer, and the CEO & Founder of "KIDS AT PLAY". "KIDS AT PLAY has been on the forefront of storytelling in the digital age. Our office (known as “THE PLAYGROUND”) is an inspired place where we utilizetraditional narrative and comedy foundations to push mediums, connect with audiences, and define new creative spaces. KAP has a strong footprint in thekids and comedy space and an overarching sense of “youthfulness” in the projects they do.With writers, directors, producers, editors and graphic teams working under one roof, KAP has the ability to move...
2023-05-0944 minThe Lot1 Podcast#08 | "Artificial Intelligence in the Film Industry?" | Deji and ChristopherJoin us as we take a behind the scenes look at the filmmaking journey through insightful conversations with industry professionals. We’ll discover everything about the film making process, from script writing to distribution and everything in-between, and we'll find out for sure, do we really have what it takes to make it in Hollywood?Presented by Lot1 Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-05-021h 22The Lot1 Podcast#08 | "Artificial Intelligence in the Film Industry?" | Deji and ChristopherJoin us as we take a behind the scenes look at the filmmaking journey through insightful conversations with industry professionals. We’ll discover everything about the film making process, from script writing to distribution and everything in-between, and we'll find out for sure, do we really have what it takes to make it in Hollywood?Presented by Lot1 Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-05-021h 22The Lot1 Podcast#07 | "Getting a Foot in the Door" | Producer - Mina VazirianJoin us as we take a behind the scenes look at the filmmaking journey through insightful conversations with industry professionals. We’ll discover everything about the film making process, from script writing to distribution and everything in-between, and we'll find out for sure, do we really have what it takes to make it in Hollywood?Presented by Lot1 Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-04-2559 minThe Lot1 Podcast#07 | "Getting a Foot in the Door" | Producer - Mina VazirianJoin us as we take a behind the scenes look at the filmmaking journey through insightful conversations with industry professionals. We’ll discover everything about the film making process, from script writing to distribution and everything in-between, and we'll find out for sure, do we really have what it takes to make it in Hollywood?Presented by Lot1 Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-04-2559 minThe Lot1 Podcast#06 | "The Brand is Not the Film Anymore" | Producer/Sales Agent - Michael HayesJoin us as we take a behind the scenes look at the filmmaking journey through insightful conversations with industry professionals. We’ll discover everything about the film making process, from script writing to distribution and everything in-between, and we'll find out for sure, do we really have what it takes to make it in Hollywood?Presented by Lot1 Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-04-181h 16The Lot1 Podcast#06 | "The Brand is Not the Film Anymore" | Producer/Sales Agent - Michael HayesJoin us as we take a behind the scenes look at the filmmaking journey through insightful conversations with industry professionals. We’ll discover everything about the film making process, from script writing to distribution and everything in-between, and we'll find out for sure, do we really have what it takes to make it in Hollywood?Presented by Lot1 Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-04-181h 16The Lot1 Podcast#05 (Pt.2) | "Finding Your Clients" | Director - Jon CroweJon has been in the media and video production industry for over 25 years. Working on countless movies and television shows, he devoted his time to learning every role on a film set. Working his way up from a humble PA, Gaffer to Grip, DP to Director, Jon even worked as a stunt driver and coordinator for television. Jon developed a reputation as the on-set MacGyver, creating new ways to film things, mount gear and problem-solve. He has actually designed and created film equipment used in the industry today.With a passion to tell stories, he loves the...
2023-04-111h 05The Lot1 Podcast#05 (Pt.2) | "Finding Your Clients" | Director - Jon CroweJon has been in the media and video production industry for over 25 years. Working on countless movies and television shows, he devoted his time to learning every role on a film set. Working his way up from a humble PA, Gaffer to Grip, DP to Director, Jon even worked as a stunt driver and coordinator for television. Jon developed a reputation as the on-set MacGyver, creating new ways to film things, mount gear and problem-solve. He has actually designed and created film equipment used in the industry today.With a passion to tell stories, he loves the...
2023-04-111h 05The Lot1 Podcast#05 (Pt.1) | "Building Your Team" | Director - Jon CroweJon has been in the media and video production industry for over 25 years. Working on countless movies and television shows, he devoted his time to learning every role on a film set. Working his way up from a humble PA, Gaffer to Grip, DP to Director, Jon even worked as a stunt driver and coordinator for television. Jon developed a reputation as the on-set MacGyver, creating new ways to film things, mount gear and problem-solve. He has actually designed and created film equipment used in the industry today.With a passion to tell stories, he loves the...
2023-04-041h 03The Lot1 Podcast#04 | "Capturing the Right Light" | Director of Photography - Paul De LumenThis Episode guest stars "Paul De Lumen". You might ask, who is Paul?"Born to Filipino immigrants in Oakland, California, Paul is an award-winning director of photography who works internationally in both scripted and documentary. After working at Lucasfilm, he earned his MFA in Cinematography from UCLA, learning from then cinematographer in residence, Roger Deakins, and afterwards working as an electrician for Emmanuel Lubezki.In 2009, he was awarded the ‘Colón de Plata’ for Best Cinematography at the Huelva Latin-American Film Festival in Spain for his work on the Bolivian feature ZONA SUR, in whi...
2023-03-2842 minThe Lot1 Podcast#04 | "Capturing the Right Light" | Director of Photography - Paul De LumenThis Episode guest stars "Paul De Lumen". You might ask, who is Paul?"Born to Filipino immigrants in Oakland, California, Paul is an award-winning director of photography who works internationally in both scripted and documentary. After working at Lucasfilm, he earned his MFA in Cinematography from UCLA, learning from then cinematographer in residence, Roger Deakins, and afterwards working as an electrician for Emmanuel Lubezki.In 2009, he was awarded the ‘Colón de Plata’ for Best Cinematography at the Huelva Latin-American Film Festival in Spain for his work on the Bolivian feature ZONA SUR, in whi...
2023-03-2842 minThe Lot1 Podcast#03 | "You only get One Shot, Twice." | Producer - Jillian JeskJillian Jesk is an Executive Producer and Founder of Brevity Wit (Production company). Jillian was a producer on the Emmy nominated HBO Documentary: "The Cost of Winning".She can be found on Instagram @BiggieJesk and her company @Brevity Wit ProductionsHer favorite movie is: Pulp FictionJoin us as we take a behind the scenes look at the filmmaking journey through insightful conversations with industry professionals. We’ll discover everything about the film making process, from script writing to distribution and everything in-between, and we'll find out for su...
2023-03-2149 minThe Lot1 Podcast#03 | "You only get One Shot, Twice." | Producer - Jillian JeskJillian Jesk is an Executive Producer and Founder of Brevity Wit (Production company). Jillian was a producer on the Emmy nominated HBO Documentary: "The Cost of Winning".She can be found on Instagram @BiggieJesk and her company @Brevity Wit ProductionsHer favorite movie is: Pulp FictionJoin us as we take a behind the scenes look at the filmmaking journey through insightful conversations with industry professionals. We’ll discover everything about the film making process, from script writing to distribution and everything in-between, and we'll find out for su...
2023-03-2149 minThe Lot1 Podcast#02 | "Passion and Paychecks" | 1st Assistant Director - Nick PageJoin us as we take a behind the scenes look at the filmmaking journey through insightful conversations with industry professionals. We’ll discover everything about the film making process, from script writing to distribution and everything in-between, and we'll find out for sure, do we really have what it takes to make it in Hollywood?Presented by Lot1 Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-03-1447 minThe Lot1 Podcast#02 | "Passion and Paychecks" | 1st Assistant Director - Nick PageJoin us as we take a behind the scenes look at the filmmaking journey through insightful conversations with industry professionals. We’ll discover everything about the film making process, from script writing to distribution and everything in-between, and we'll find out for sure, do we really have what it takes to make it in Hollywood?Presented by Lot1 Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-03-1447 minThe Lot1 Podcast#01 | "Say Yes until you have to Say No" | Producer - Doug BilitchJoin us as we take a behind the scenes look at the filmmaking journey through insightful conversations with industry professionals. We’ll discover everything about the film making process, from script writing to distribution and everything in-between, and we'll find out for sure, do we really have what it takes to make it in Hollywood?Presented by Lot1 Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-03-081h 18The Lot1 Podcast#01 | "Say Yes until you have to Say No" | Producer - Doug BilitchJoin us as we take a behind the scenes look at the filmmaking journey through insightful conversations with industry professionals. We’ll discover everything about the film making process, from script writing to distribution and everything in-between, and we'll find out for sure, do we really have what it takes to make it in Hollywood?Presented by Lot1 Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-03-081h 18The Lot1 Podcast#0 | "An Introduction" | The Lot1 BoysOn this first episode, Deji and Chris open up the Podcast with an introduction to Lot1 Productions and "The Lot1 Boys". This episode will differ from future episodes, as Lot1 introduces who they are, what they do, and how they got there.Join us as we take a behind the scenes look at the filmmaking journey through insightful conversations with industry professionals. We’ll discover everything about the film making process, from script writing to distribution and everything in-between, and we'll find out for sure, do we really have what it takes to make it in Hollywood?...
2023-03-071h 32The Lot1 Podcast#0 | "An Introduction" | The Lot1 BoysOn this first episode, Deji and Chris open up the Podcast with an introduction to Lot1 Productions and "The Lot1 Boys". This episode will differ from future episodes, as Lot1 introduces who they are, what they do, and how they got there.Join us as we take a behind the scenes look at the filmmaking journey through insightful conversations with industry professionals. We’ll discover everything about the film making process, from script writing to distribution and everything in-between, and we'll find out for sure, do we really have what it takes to make it in Hollywood?...
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The Lot1 PodcastBacklot with Lot1 Ep 7 - Special Guest Kaila GutierrezVery excited to have our first guest on the podcast! Enjoy us catching up with Kaila, talking about how Covid is affecting her Masters program at Chapman, and how her and her classmates feel about how the school if handling this crisis.
Please make sure to check Kaila's social media on Instagram @kailag22
Follow Lot1 on everywhere @lot1_productions and visit our website at lot1productions.com
2020-05-281h 03The Lot1 PodcastFilm in the New WorldIn this week's episode of the The Backlot with Lot1 Chris, Casey, and Christian continue their conversation on Covid in the industry, the company, and their lives. Make sure to tune in every two weeks on Wednesdays for new episode of the podcast.
2020-05-141h 03The Lot1 PodcastFilm and Our Lives: A Covid-19 StoryIn episode 5 of The Backlot with Lot1 we talk about the coronavirus pandemic and its effects on both the film industry and our personal lives.
2020-05-021h 25The Lot1 PodcastTwo Certainties in Life: Death & DisneyIn this episode of The Backlot with Lot1 we talk about the rise and fall of streaming empires, the implications of Disney+, and film set curses.
Make sure to follow us everywhere @ Lot1 Productions, and watch our films on Youtube and Vimeo.
2020-04-151h 06The Lot1 PodcastVideo Games in FilmHey guys! In this week's episode we talk about our second love, video games, and how they intersect with film. We talk about our favorite video game movies, what makes some succeed where others fail, and games we would like to see made into movies, as well as games we would like to adapt ourselves. Enjoy!
2020-04-011h 05The Lot1 PodcastOur Film Origin StoriesThis week we talk about our exposure to art in school, how that shaped up growing up, and how we eventually all discovered our passion for filmmaking. We also promised to release all of our first ever films, so stay tuned to our social media to see those soon.
2020-03-181h 01The Lot1 PodcastHello, and Welcome to Our PodcastThis is the first episode of our podcast The BackLot in which we introduce ourselves and Lot1. In the second half we tell set stories talk about what we've got coming up. Enjoy!
2020-02-2857 min