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Filmmaker MixerFrom Zoe Saldana to Yellowjackets: Directing Secrets from Pete ChatmonAward-winning director Pete Chatmon joins the Filmmaker Mixer to talk about building a career behind the camera with style, vision, and purpose. Known for his work on hit series like The Flight Attendant, Insecure, Silicon Valley and Yellowjackets, Pete has directed over 65 episodes of television across comedy and drama. He shares insights into balancing tone, elevating scripts, and finding longevity in an ever-changing industry.We also dive into his indie roots with Premium starring Zoe Saldana.Whether you're a filmmaker, a TV junkie, or someone chasing a creative life, this episode is packed with hard-earned...
2025-07-0726 min
Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 81: Theo Travers (Old Friends, New Industry)We are bringing the podcast full circle as our very first guest, Theo Travers, returns for the Season 6 finale of Let’s Shoot! with Pete Chatmon. Theo Travers is a Showrunner and Writer known for “Parish”, “Billions”, “Power”, “Love Life” season 2, and "House of Lies". In this episode, Theo sits down with Pete to discuss new realities and the state of the industry, the 2023 writer’s strike, development rooms, renewing contracts and minimum basic agreements, creators vs. investors, and more…(00:00:00 - 00:09:15) -- Podcast Intro(00:09:15 - 00:12:25) -- Let’s Shoot! with Pete Chatmon LIVE Experience(00:12:25 - 00:20:30) -- Leading Up To The 2023 Wr...
2025-04-021h 05
Geektown Radio - TV News, Interviews & UK TV Premiere DatesInto the Director's Chair: Pete Chatmon Interview on TV, Inspiration, and StorytellingJoin Us for an Exclusive Interview with TV Director Pete Chatmon, on our latest Geektown Behind The Scenes' podcast!We recently had the incredible opportunity to sit down with acclaimed TV director Pete Chatmon, whose impressive career spans across some of television’s most beloved shows—including 'Ghosts', 'Grey's Anatomy', 'Yellowjackets', 'Chicago Fire', 'Mythic Quest', and more.In our engaging conversation, Pete shares his inspiring journey into television directing, transitioning from independent filmmaking to becoming one of TV’s most sought-after directors. He reveals the unique challenges and joys of stepping onto established series, from creati...
2025-03-3133 minLet's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 80: Let's Shoot LIVE! (Take 1)Last Wednesday, we brought the hive together for a screening of Pete Chatmon’s YELLOWJACKETS Episode 306, “Thanksgiving (Canada),” followed by a killer in-depth panel and Q&A featuring creators and executive producers, Ashey Lyle and Bart Nickerson, director and executive producer, Jeffrey W. Byrd and actors, Courtney Eaton and Warren Kole. In this first ever Let’s Shoot! with Pete Chatmon LIVE event, Pete is joined by this talented ensemble to discuss the origins of the emmy-nominated show “Yellowjackets”, landing the tone of the show, filming in the wilderness vs. on stage, trusting collaboration, bringing characters to life, on-set chemistry and more…
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Just Shoot It: A Podcast about Filmmaking, Screenwriting and DirectingHonest Feedback w/ Pete Chatmon - Just Shoot It 467Pete Chatmon is one of those select few directors who is constantly working as a director on TV episodes from Ghosts, to Yellowjackets, Chicago Fire, and lots more. He's the host of the podcast Let's Shoot.Matt and Oren quiz Pete on how he sets people up to receive feedback and tough notes. And Pete talks about the importance of knowing what does not work, even though you thought it might. Off which , Oren shares how some brutal feedback changed his career for the better. But unsolicited honest feedback... hmm what about that? T...
2025-03-201h 21Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 79: Stephen MarksArmed with agency expertise, Stephen evolved into a hands-on manager by blending his sharp instincts with long-term career strategy. Stephen Marks is a Manager and the President of Dialed-In-Entertainment. In this episode, Stephen joins Pete to share his insights on the progression of negotiation, the difference between an agent and a manager, the benefits of having an entrepreneurial mindset, crafting your own narrative, sales tools, and more…(00:00:00 - 00:06:15) -- Podcast Intro(00:06:15 - 00:13:40) -- Introduction To Representation(00:13:40 - 00:16:50) -- Finding A Path(00:16:50 - 00:21:40) -- The Progression Of Negotiation(00:21:40 - 00:25:25) -- Reading The Fine Print And Si...
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Creator to Creators With Meosha BeanCreator to Creators S7 Ep 16 Pete ChatmonWebsiteLet's Shoot With Pete Chatmon Podcast BioDirector Pete Chatmon a member of the Directors Guild of America (DGA), about his recent work and upcoming projects. Pete is a dynamic director, creator, and storyteller whose impressive portfolio spans high-profile television shows and his popular podcast Let's Shoot! with Pete Chatmon. Pete's upcoming episodes include Yellowjackets, episode 306, which will premiere on March 16, where he intensifies the show's signature tension and suspense in a highly anticipated installment of this dark psychological thriller. He also directed episode 503 of the final season of the hit Netflix show Y...
2025-03-1633 minLet's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 78: Rose McIverTaking on a new role behind the scenes, Rose balanced both sides of the lens by making her TV directorial debut on episode 413 of CBS’s “Ghosts”. Rose McIver is a New Zealand-born actress known for “Ghosts”, “The Lovely Bones”, “iZombie”, and “Woke”. In this episode, Pete is joined by Rose as they discuss the art of multitasking and leading a show, balancing enthusiasm on set, building relationships with your collaborators, the future of creation, Director’s composure and more…(00:00:00 - 00:05:55) -- Podcast Intro(00:05:55 - 00:13:28) -- Introduction To Acting(00:13:28 - 00:17:20) -- New Zealand Film Community(00:17:20 - 00:22:45) -- E...
2025-03-121h 36Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 77: Sascha PennTransitioning from writer to showrunner, Sascha now balances storytelling, leadership, and logistics to shape his vision from concept to completion. Sascha Penn is a writer, producer, and showrunner known for “Raising Kanan”, “Creed 2”, “Survivor’s Remorse”, and “Power”. In this episode, Sascha sits down with Pete to discuss pitching and developing a show, the importance of starting from story, navigating through the business of “no”, how a director’s preparation sets morale, the making of “Raising Kanan” and more…(00:00:00 - 00:04:55) -- Podcast Intro(00:04:55 - 00:08:00) -- Introduction To Storytelling(00:08:00 - 00:11:40) -- Good Writers Vs. Great Writers(00:11:40 - 00:14:47) -- Reading Scripts And...
2025-03-051h 45Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 76: Kelly McCrearyAfter launching her career through both commercial and stage work, Kelly developed a strong on-screen presence and marketable charm which later translated into compelling television roles. Kelly McCreary is an actress known for “Greys Anatomy”, “Scandal”, “Emily Owens M.D., and “Harvey Girls Forever!”. In this special episode, Kelly joins Pete to discuss a day in the life of a working actor in Williamstown, originating roles in plays, the profile of an ideal manager, broadcast vs. streaming, downloading the tone and style of a show, director word choice, and more…(00:00:00 - 00:05:40) -- Podcast Intro(00:05:40 - 00:11:05) -- Early Days In Broadway...
2025-02-261h 33Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 75: Rebecca AsherStarting in Script Supervision, Rebecca mastered the mechanics of storytelling before stepping into the Director’s chair with confidence. Rebecca Asher is a Director known for “Big Mood”, “High Potential”, “Ghosts”, and “Grace and Frankie”. In this episode, Rebecca and Pete discuss the evolution of technology, the role of a Script Supervisor and tracking improv, the importance of eliminating expectations, prep routines, blocking and more…(00:00:00 - 00:05:35) -- Podcast Intro(00:05:35 - 00:12:00) -- Discovering Photography And Film(00:12:00 - 00:16:25) -- Understanding Technology Origins(00:16:25 - 00:21:20) -- Transitioning From Education To Filmmaking(00:21:20 - 00:25:40) -- The Set Of “Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy”
2025-02-191h 27Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 74: Rafael CasalWith roots in spoken word and rap, Rafael seamlessly blends poetic expression with cinematic structure to shape compelling scripts. Rafael Casal is a multi-hyphenate storyteller known for Blindspotting, Loki, Bad Education, and Wildcat. In this episode, Rafael sits down with Pete to discuss transitioning from music to film, the independent hustle and staying true to your artistry, saving the day in “post”, how directing influences writing, the art of cinematography, and more…(00:00:00 - 00:06:50) -- Podcast Intro(00:06:50 - 00:10:40) -- The Writer’s Mind And Improvisation(00:10:40 - 00:15:20) -- Stand Out Moments In “Blindspotting”(00:15:20 - 00:18:20) -- Shadowing Pete On Set
2025-02-121h 42Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 73: Maggie KileyFrom a young actress staging backyard productions to crafting powerful scenes from the director’s chair, Maggie’s storytelling journey came full circle. Maggie Kiley is a Director known for “American Sports Story”, “Doctor Odyssey”, “Brilliant Minds” and NBC’s upcoming series “Grosse Pointe Garden Society”. In this episode, Pete is joined by Maggie to discuss honoring the writer's intentions, getting ahead of feedback, the importance of doing research, communicating with actors, world building and creating decks as a pilot director, and more…(00:00:00 - 00:6:15) -- Podcast Intro(00:06:15 - 00:11:10) -- Growing Up In Rochester And Acting(00:11:10 - 00:14:00) -- Post NYU(00:14:00...
2025-02-051h 20Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 72: Mike ColterDiscovering his passion at a young age, Mike embraces the grind by going above and beyond to ensure he’s well prepared for any role he portrays. Mike Colter is an Actor known for “Evil”, “Luke Cage”, “The Good Wife”, and “Alarum”. In this episode, Mike joins Pete to discuss being a student of technique, fueling your artistic passions, collaborating with Actors and having good chemistry, how to create behavior as a Director, the role of a Script Supervisor, and more…(00:00:00 - 00:00:23) -- California Wildfire Resources(00:00:23 - 00:06:00) -- Podcast Intro(00:06:00 - 00:12:50) -- Landing His First Three Gigs In LA(00...
2025-01-291h 20Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 71: Lee Toland KriegerAt an early age, Lee was captivated by the art of creating illusions for an audience which helped him transition this passion into crafting mesmerizing visual stories. Lee Toland Krieger is a writer and director known for “You”, “Dead Boy Detectives”, “Superman & Lois”, and “The Age of Adaline”. In this episode, Lee sits down with Pete to discuss the writer’s progression and discipline, structuring a pitch deck, practical terminology for directing actors, presenting specific points of view, managing the day, and more…(00:00:00 - 00:06:40) -- Podcast Intro + The Catch-Up(00:06:40 - 00:15:45) -- Introduction To Storytelling(00:15:45 - 00:19:45) -- Inspiration And Desire...
2024-08-071h 52Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 70: Anatomy of Booking a JobThe most frequently asked question of any working Director is “how do you secure a job?”. In this special craft episode, Pete is joined by returning guest Keith Powell to discuss their journeys to directing for television, set culture and protocol, the importance of investing wholeheartedly in your work, creating your own opportunities, recalibrating the industry and more…(00:00:00 - 00:04:30) -- Podcast Intro and The Catch-Up(00:04:30 - 00:08:50) -- Set Culture And Protocol(00:08:45 - 00:13:50) -- State Of The Industry(00:13:50 - 00:18:48) -- Proof Of Concept And Self Producing(00:18:48 - 00:20:35) -- Keith’s Watch List(00:20:35 - 00:27:23) -- Pete’s J...
2024-07-311h 31Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 69: Tara MieleBeing relentless in her journey during the peak of personal trials and industry strikes created the foundation for this Director’s ability to explore complex emotional landscapes in her work. Tara Miele is a film and television Director and Writer known for “Lessons in Chemistry”, “Wander Darkly”, “The Nomads”, “Little America’ and more. In this episode, Tara and Pete discuss the art of performing as a Director, risk-taking and prolonging the “No”, the payoff from building lasting relationships, what happens when taste meets talent and execution, honoring the showrunner during an open creative process, and more…(00:00:00 - 00:04:08) -- Podcast Intro and The Catc...
2024-07-241h 13Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 68: Linda LowyThis well-rounded Casting Director brings a unique perspective and commitment to inclusive casting practices after seamlessly transitioning into her role from teaching American Sign Language in England. Linda Lowy is a Casting Director known for “Grey’s Anatomy”, “Friday Night Lights”, “Scandal”, and more! In this episode, Linda sits down with Pete to discuss the history of casting in Hollywood, the process of casting a new show, the benefits of in-person auditions, the Director-to-Casting Director relationship, the importance of sticking to your instincts and being well-rounded, acknowledging full-circle moments and more…(00:00:00 - 00:05:40) -- Podcast Intro and The Catch-Up(00:05:40 - 0...
2024-07-171h 33Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 67: The Cast of Dead Boy DetectivesDespite an unexpected schedule change that required filming the season finale before the two preceding episodes, this cast showcased their unwavering commitment and passion for storytelling. “Dead Boy Detectives” is among Netflix’s latest hit series and stars George Rexstrew, Kassius Nelson, and Yuyu Kitamura. In this special roundtable episode, Pete welcomes this gifted ensemble to discuss balancing collaboration when working with numerous Directors, applying theatrical experience to a television performance, the importance of imagination, finding your control, preparing for the season finale, and more…(00:00:00 - 00:06:20) -- Podcast Intro and The Catch-Up(00:06:20 - 00:12:40) -- Landing A Role On “Dead...
2024-07-101h 07Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 66: Janine NabersMaking the transition from track to theater was an easy call the moment Janine stepped on stage for the first time. Janine Nabers is a playwright, television writer, and producer known for “Atlanta’, “Serial Black Face”, “Watchmen” and the Amazon Prime hit series “Swarm”. In this episode, Janine sits down with Pete to discuss the importance of a Writer’s connection to story and character, her experience as a two-time Lila Acheson Wallace fellow at the Juilliard School, meeting the moment while prioritizing self-care, a sneak peek into the writer’s room, and more…(00:00:00 - 00:07:05) -- Podcast Intro and The Catch-Up...
2024-07-031h 05Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 65: Aja Naomi KingMaintaining an optimistic outlook while navigating the highs and lows of show business is something that Aja continues to master. @ajanaomi_king is an actor known for "Lessons in Chemistry”, "Sylvie's Love", “The Birth of a Nation”, and the hit series “How to Get Away with Murder”. In this episode, Pete and Aja discuss the importance of asking questions and exploring all of your options, the journey to becoming a series regular, the actor-to-actor relationship, understanding your impact as a storyteller, building resilience, and more…>>> FULL EPISODE Available via YouTube and all Podcast Platforms! [Link Below] >>> Get your 20...
2024-06-261h 20Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 64: Kelly ParkKelly made the seamless transition from acting coach to television director by creating a supportive environment that enhances an actor’s creativity and confidence on-screen. Kelly Park is a director known for “Lopez vs. Lopez”, “Frasier”, "The Neighborhood”, and “Station19”. In this episode, Kelly and Pete discuss the importance of nurturing creativity, collaborating with dialogue coaches, the art of Multicam directing, preparing young actors for intense scenes, being a “master blocker”, and more…(00:00:00 - 00:06:30) -- Podcast Intro and The Catch-Up(00:06:30 - 00:08:40) -- Devon Edwards Crew Call(00:08:40 - 00:11:45) -- Nurturing Creative Talents(00:11:45 - 00:13:45) -- Live-Theater (At Home)(00:13:45 - 00...
2024-06-191h 04Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 63: Maria MantiaStarting as a set production assistant, Maria gained invaluable experience on film and TV sets which led to the development of a keen eye for detail and organization. Maria Mantia is a 1st AD known for “Star Trek: Picard”, “Westworld”, “Welcome To Chippendales”, and “Interior Chinatown”, an upcoming Hulu series. In this episode, Maria sits down with Pete to discuss the responsibilities of the PA, 1st AD, and 2nd AD, the art of setting background, sticking to the agenda while still supporting the Director’s vision, the importance of ensuring “two minutes of goodwill”, gaining respect as an AD, and more…(00:00:0...
2024-06-121h 33Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 62: Jameel SaleemAfter finding the confidence to skillfully translate his sense of humor into written words, Jameel knew it was time to pursue a career as a comedy writer. Jameel Saleem is a writer, producer, diirector, and actor best known for “Bob’s Burgers”, “South Park”, “Disenchantment” and “Exit Strategy”. In this episode, Pete and Jameel discuss the pillars of a “good” meeting, the importance of story focus and structure, the process of writing 7 drafts of a spec script, leaning into animation while still doing it all, getting hired to work on his favorite show, and more…(00:00:00 - 00:11:08) -- Podcast Intro (00:11:08 - 00...
2024-06-051h 17Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 61: Ava DuVernayWith a firm background in journalism and publicity, Ava seamlessly transitioned her marketing expertise into crafting compelling cinematic narratives spanning documentary, television, and feature films. Ava DuVernay is a versatile Director best known for ‘Origin’, ‘When They See Us’, ‘Selma’, and ‘Queen Sugar’. In this special New Year's Day episode, Pete is joined by Ava as they discuss discovering the magical power of storytelling, the intentions behind her Array community, the intimate relationship between publicity and filmmaking, transitioning from indie films to television production, appreciating the limitless experience while creating “Origin’, and more…(00:00:00 - 00:03:50) -- Podcast Intro (00:03:50 - 00:08:00) -- Underst...
2024-01-011h 23Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 60: Director's Roundtable [Season 4 Finale!]Directors Anya Adams, Carl Seaton, and Jeff Byrd make their return to the pod as we welcome Morenike Joela Evans and Daniel Willis for our first ever Director's Round Table with Pete! These multi-faceted television Directors have a diverse portfolio spanning various genres including The Flight Attendant, Snowfall, Yellowjackets, The Blacklist, The Neighborhood, Grey’s Anatomy, and more. In this special season finale, Pete is joined by his peers as they discuss signs of bad directing, their welcome to the DGA moment, how to rekindle their fire and push through hard times, expectations as they make a return to the Di...
2023-12-061h 59Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 59: Bola OgunIn 2017, Bola wrote, starred in, and directed the short film ‘The Water Phoenix’ which quickly became her calling card. It also helped her identify her voice and tone as a Director. Bola Ogun is a first-generation Nigerian American Director best known for ‘Queen Sugar’, ‘The Witcher’, ‘Raising Dion’, and ‘Are We Good Parents?”. In this episode, Bola and Pete dive into the benefits of shadowing Directors and activating your network, crowdfunding for independent films, understanding the meaning and power of the word “no”, production assistant anecdotes, the importance of raising your words instead of your voice, and more…(00:00:00 - 00:13:23) -- Podcast Int...
2023-11-291h 26Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 58: Allison Liddi-BrownAfter years of theater directing, Allison made the transition into television bringing a keen understanding of performance and stagecraft to the small screen. Allison Liddi-Brown is a Director best known for ‘Grey’s Anatomy’, ‘CSI: Miami’, ‘The Good Doctor’, ‘Scandal’, and ‘The Secret World of Alex Mack’. In this episode, Allison joins Pete to discuss tips and tricks when directing the untrained actor, the importance of deep collaboration, the art of blocking and movement, tone meetings and finding moments to elevate a scene, removing your fears and ego, navigating personal politics and more…(00:00:00 - 00:15:30) -- Podcast Intro And Mail Box Questions...
2023-11-221h 38Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 57: Jonathan JudgeWith a focus on identifying the best way to tell a story, Jonathan showcases a diverse skill set that enriches the visual, technical and narrative aspects of a production. Jonathan Judge is a television director best known for “Blues Clues'', “LazyTown”, “Young Sheldon'', and “The Really Loud House''. In this episode, Jonathan sits down with Pete to discuss the undeclared responsibilities when working in children’s programming, the Unreal Engine and how it compares to the Volume technology, live taping and multicam fundamentals, his introduction to green screen, booking sitcom pilots, and more…(00:00:00 - 00:17:30) -- Podcast Intro And Mail Box Quest...
2023-11-151h 47Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 56: Princess Monique FilmzGuided by her faith and persistence, Princess Monique Filmz has engaged in a diverse range of creative pursuits, forging a unique path for her Director’s journey. Princess Monique Filmz is a Director best known for “The Goldbergs”, “Grand Crew”, “BMF” and her award winning short film, “The Call”. In this episode, Princess sits down with Pete to discuss how she transformed her personal journals into a 15 chapter autobiography, the importance of being resourceful and finding out what you don’t know, the technical differences between hour long dramas and half hour comedies, how to enhance long standing shows, navigating through push-back, a...
2023-11-081h 21Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 55: Mo MarableFascinated by the magic of filmmaking at the age of 8, Maurice became a committed matinee moviegoer. Mo Marable is a Television Director best known for ‘Veep’, ‘Brockmire’, ‘’Woke, and ‘Grand Crew. In this episode, Mo joins Pete to discuss the process of designing a main title sequence, battling with logistics and budgeting hurdles, relationship building and taking care of your team, technical presentations vs. emotional presentations when booking for a pilot episode, the importance of being obsessed with your industry, and more….(00:00:00 - 00:08:50) -- Podcast Intro(00:08:50 - 00:15:45) -- Being A Young Moviegoer And Film Inspiration00:15:45 - 00:23:10) -- Military Infl...
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FilmcourageA Director’s Journey And Motivational Guide For Beginners - Pete ChatmonVideo version of this podcast here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NbUJlosxhTM
0:00 - Every Artist Must Learn How To Quit
14:17 - Mistakes A Filmmaker Makes After Sundance
32:02 - What Stops Artists From Reaching Their Goals?
42:35 - What Many Directors Don't Realize About Their Careers
56:25 - I Wouldn't Be A Director Without This Happening
1:06:48 - 4 Types Of Directing Every Director Should Know
1:18:35 - If You Don't Learn Story Structure You May Never Work In The Film Industry
1:28:13 - The Artist Filmmaker Versus The Business Filmmaker
1:36:14 - Why A Director Should Read A Screenplay 50 Times
1:53:50 - If A Director Doesn't Have...
2023-10-302h 19Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 54: Anya AdamsFrom running base camp to sitting in the Director's chair, Anya navigates her journey with great communication, intention and leadership. Anya Adams is a Canadian-American director best known for ‘Black-ish’, ‘Ginny and Georgia', ‘Yellowjackets’ and her feature film directorial debut, ‘Prom Pact’. In this episode, Anya sits down with Pete to discuss how she transitioned from Psychology major to DGA trainee, a day in the life of the 1st AD and being the main source of communication, navigating through the realities of being in the Director’s chair, the beauty of world-building in pilot directing, her proudest moments and more…(00:00...
2023-10-251h 13Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 53: Garrett McNamaraInfluenced by the skateboard to surfing pipeline, Garrett hit the waves at the age of 11 after moving to Hawaii. From there he has gone on to travel the world, leaving his name in the sand as the world's preeminent (and record breaking) big wave surfer. On this episode, Garrett joins Pete to discuss how 3 years of footage led to the creation of the multiple Emmy-nominated HBO series “100 Foot Wave”, the powerhouse team behind the series, how to identify a “good” wave, 3 characteristics to make it as a surfer, the importance of discovering your niché, and more…(00:00:00 - 00:07:25) -- Podcast Int...
2023-10-181h 06Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 52: Reggie Rock BythewoodFrom “Another World” to “A Different World” and everything in between, Reggie has learned the value of being a passionate truth seeker. Reggie Rock Bythewood is a Writer, Director, and Producer best known for “Get On The Bus'', “Notorious”, “Gun Hill” and the Apple TV+ series, “Swagger”. In this episode, Pete is joined by Reggie as he discusses his transition from Staff Writer to Director, the power of connection and safe space, the importance of allowing collaboration to inspire you, moments of surrender during the production of “Swagger”, and more….(00:00:00 - 00:10:25) -- Podcast Intro and Life of TheDirector(00:10:25 - 00:16:25...
2023-10-111h 19Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 51: Paris BarclayWith the original plan to pursue a career as a musical theater composer still in his back pocket, Paris has created a life for himself as a “coordinator of brilliance”. Paris Barclay is an award winning Director and Producer, known for “Dahmer”, “Sons of Anarchy”, “The West Wing”, “NYPD Blue” and the list goes on. He's also a two-term former president of the DGA and is currently Emmy-nominated for his work on "Dahmer". In this episode, Paris shares with Pete what he looks for when hiring Directors, how he navigates through the industry, the connection between composing, directing and cooking, the creation of “Cit...
2023-10-041h 01Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 50: Charlie Day On The Making Of “Fool’s Paradise” [From 2014 to 2023]In between takes of “It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia”, Charlie would spend his time writing and rewriting what would be his directorial debut, "Fool's Paradise". In this episode, Charlie and Pete dive into the realities of filmmaking from script to screen, the importance of discovering a character's wants and needs, lessons learned from the making of “Fool’s Paradise”, taking risks to tell the stories that don't get told, and more… (00:00:00 - 00:05:25) -- Podcast Intro (00:05:25 - 00:09:30) -- Landing A Role On Law & Order(00:09:30 - 00:18:15) -- Involvement With The Williamstown Theatre Festival(00:18:15 - 00:24:35) -- It’s Always Sunny I...
2023-06-071h 28Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 49: Anton Cropper On Transitioning From Second AD to Directing Pilots and Feature FilmsAnton Cropper is a director and producer known for ’Monk’, ‘Black-ish’, ’Suits’, and his recent feature film ‘Fantasy Football’. In this episode, Anton joins Pete to discuss the role of the Stage Manager, directing actors and applying writer's notes, the importance of relationships, creating new worlds when directing pilots, pitch deck preparation, and more…(00:00:00 - 00:05:45) -- Podcast Intro (00:05:45 - 00:14:00) -- First Story To Have An Impact(00:14:00 - 00:17:45) -- Getting His Start In the Business(00:17:45 - 00:25:55) -- Growing Up And Financial Literacy(00:25:55 - 00:28:30) -- Early Years As A Stage Manager(00:28:30 - 00:37:15) -- Moving Up The Ladder(0...
2023-05-311h 37Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 48: Charles Murray On His Journey From Self-Taught Screenplay Writer To ShowrunnerDuring a time when there was no clear blueprint for becoming a filmmaker in Hollywood, Charles Murray devoted his youth to educating himself via self-help handbooks from his local libraries. Charles is a writer, director, and producer best known for ’Sons of Anarchy’, ‘Luke Cage’, ‘Star Wars: The Clone Wars’, and ‘Tales of Jedi’. He serves as showrunner on season two of Amazon Studios' 'Outer Range'. In this episode, Charles and Pete discuss the importance of doing your own research and understanding the language of filmmaking, the journey to getting a pilot picked up, what to look for when hiring Directors, stayi...
2023-05-241h 57Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 47: Brian Kubovcik On The Role of VFX Supervisor [Craft Episode]To avoid having to write a final paper for a Philosophy and Religion Studies course, Brian put his creativity to the test and presented a short film. Now an Emmy-nominated VFX supervisor, Brian Kubovcik is the Head of Studio for FuseFX and known for “She-Hulk: Attorney at Law”, “Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan”, and “Criminal Minds”. In this episode, Brian and Pete enter the world of visual effects as they explore the process from making a bid to working in post, the importance of understanding camera and lighting, special tools and equipment that help inform the VFX team, recognizing the people control...
2023-05-171h 00Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 46: Shiri Appleby On Her Journey From Acting On Roswell To Directing “UnPrisoned”Shiri Appleby began her acting journey at age 5, working on the set of numerous television shows and commercials. An actress and director born in Calabasas, California, Shiri is best known for her breakout roles in “Roswell” and “Life Unexpected”, and her directorial work on “Grown-ish” and “UnPrisoned”. In this episode, Shiri and Pete discuss the performance of the Director, good vs. bad notes to give an actor, the importance of prepping and how it is your protection, adjusting to the new “Evercast” protocol in post-production, having chutzpah, and more… (00:00:00 - 00:07:10) -- Podcast Intro And WGA Strike Update(00:07:10 - 00:12:45) -- Early M...
2023-05-101h 07Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 45: Ellen Rapaport On The Creation And Development Of “Minx”Writing and selling a screenplay about a lawyer while working at a law firm is how Ellen became a writer best known for ‘Desperados’, ‘Clifford the Big Red Dog’, and her hit series ’Minx’. In this episode, Ellen and Pete discuss her transition into storytelling, how she discovered and developed the story of “Minx”, the process of pitching a story to a studio and network, her experience directing for the first time, running the show, and more…(00:00:00 - 00:07:25) -- Podcast Intro (00:07:25 - 00:13:30) -- Attending Law School(00:13:30 - 00:17:20) -- Becoming A Storyteller(00:17:20 - 00:21:00) -- Selling A Script And Moving...
2023-05-031h 09Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 44: The Actor's PerspectiveOn this special episode, Pete combines previous podcast conversations with a variety of actors to spotlight their perspectives. Join us as we revisit why Issa Rae enjoys the writers room, the first story that impacted Dorian Missick, the best note Keith Powell gave to an actor, how Aya Cash prepares for character roles vs. personal interviews, Kaley Cuoco’s introduction to acting, and more…Complete Guest List: Issa Rae, Keith Powell, Aya Cash, Simone Missick, Spencer Garrett, Dorian Missick, Romany Malco, Rob McElhenney, and Kaley Cuoco. (00:00:00 - 00:03:55) -- Podcast Intro (00:03:55 - 00:05:50) -- Why Issa Rae Enjo...
2023-04-261h 16Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 43: Shannon Baker Davis On Good Instincts and Editing For TV and Feature FilmsShannon Baker Davis is an award-winning television and film editor best known for ‘Grown-ish’, ‘Queen Sugar’, ’Top Chef’, ‘The Photograph’, and “Prom Pact”. In this episode, Pete gains access to the mind of an editor as Shannon describes what she looks for when navigating through various cuts, her transition from reality tv to scripted editing, the importance of pacing in a scene, and more…(00:00:00 - 00:05:00) -- Podcast Intro (00:03:45 - 00:10:30) -- How Did You Get Your Start?(00:10:30 - 00:14:35) -- The First Story That Impacted You(00:14:35 - 00:17:45) -- Getting Involved With Editing(00:17:45 - 00:22:00) -- Navigating Various Cuts(00:22:00...
2023-04-191h 20Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 42: Valerie Weiss On Her Journey From Biophysics To “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds”Valerie Weiss is an award-winning director and scientist known for “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds”, “Outer Banks” and “Chicago Med”. In this episode, Valerie and Pete discuss the future of filmmaking as they explore the benefits of using volume technology and Scriptation, the importance of allowing your life experiences to influence your perspective, being comfortable with uncertainty, marrying her love of science with her love for directing, and more… (00:00:00 - 00:03:45) -- Podcast Intro (00:03:45 - 00:11:55) -- Mailbag Questions(00:11:55 - 00:16:15) -- The First Story That Impacted You(00:16:15 - 00:19:00) -- Getting Involved With Theater and Acting(00:19:00 - 00:25:15) -- Balancing H...
2023-04-121h 31Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 40: 0 to 100: The Catch UpAfter almost a year-long hiatus, Pete welcomes you back with Episode 40 of Let's Shoot With Pete Chatmon. Join Pete as he goes from 0-100, revisiting just what he's been up to, diving into some mail bag questions submitted by listeners like you, and sharing a sneek peek of what to expect this "season", including a list of upcoming podcast guests... (00:00 - 03:40) -- Podcast Intro(03:40 - 13:05) -- Eleven Things Pete’s Been Up To(13:05 - 14:50) -- What’s Next For Pete?(14:50 - 15:50) -- "Transitions: A Director's Journey and Motivational Handbook" Promo(15:50 - 20:50) -- How Do You...
2023-03-2938 min
Indie Film Hustle® - A Filmmaking PodcastIFH 623: How to NOT to Quit on Your Filmmaking Dream with Pete ChatmonWith a deft ability to balance both half-hour single camera comedies and one-hour dramas, Pete Chatmon has directed over 50 episodes of television including HBO Max’s The Flight Attendant, Insecure, Silicon Valley, and Love Life, Netflix’s You, ABC’s Grey’s Anatomy and Black-ish, Starz’ Blindspotting, FX’s It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, and the Apple TV+ series Mythic Quest. He is in development on The Education of Matt Barnes with Showtime, for which he will direct the pilot and serve as executive producer and is currently co-executive producer and producing director on Reasonable Doubt, the first project to be produced via Hulu’s On...
2022-10-111h 33Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 39: Directing Great Television: A Crossover with the Just Shoot It Podcast!This week we have a special crossover podcast with the good folks over at JUST SHOOT IT.Pete sat down with Matt Enlow and Oren Kaplan for a second time to chat episodic directing television and how he's been bringing his unique vision to projects since they last talked in August of 2020. When three directors get together things go super in depth, up, down, and sideways. Enjoy!SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:03:45) -- Pete's Intro(00:03:45- 00:15:30) — Directing “Mythic Quest” & “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia”(00:15:30- 00:23:35) — Blocking and Interpreting The Script(00:23:35- 00:31:10) — Getting Specific...
2022-07-081h 25
Frame & Reference Podcast62: "The Flight Attendant" Director Pete ChatmonOn todays episode Kenny talks with director Pete Chatmon about the HBO MAX series "The Flight Attendant." Pete has a long list of credits including episodes of "Its Always Sunny in Philadelphia", "Black-ish" and "You" to name just a few. Enjoy the episode!
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2022-06-301h 11
Just Shoot It: A Podcast about Filmmaking, Screenwriting and DirectingDirecting Great TV w/Pete Chatmon - Just Shoot It 325This week, Matt & Oren reunite with the prolific and talented TV director, Pete Chatmon, and discuss bringing his unique vision to ongoing projects. Matt's Endorsement: BARRY on HBOOren's Endorsement: Upgrading Your Computer Pete's Endorsement: Atlanta on FXContribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help support the show.Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or justshootitpod@gmail.com.Follow Matt on twitter and instagram.Follow Oren on twitter and instagram.Wanna be on the show? Call us with a question a...
2022-06-231h 41
Get Hooked On The Full Audiobook That Keeps Curious Minds Hooked.Transitions: A Director’s Journey and Motivational Handbook by Pete ChatmonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/577288to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Transitions: A Director’s Journey and Motivational Handbook
Author: Pete Chatmon
Narrator: Pete Chatmon
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 6 hours 12 minutes
Release date: May 19, 2022
Genres: Arts & Entertainment
Publisher's Summary:
Becoming a director is not just about making a film, webseries, commercial, or music video. The opportunity to direct for television is not a given because you’ve successfully completed a project in another medium. Turning your passion into your profession requires the ability to make transitions at the exact moment a pivot is needed, with creativity and confidence. This book help...
2022-05-196h 12
Don’t Miss The Full Audiobook Everyone Is Talking About — So Sensational!Transitions by Pete ChatmonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/83762to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Transitions
Author: Pete Chatmon
Narrator: Pete Chatmon
Format: mp3
Length: 6 hrs and 12 mins
Release date: 05-19-22
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 12 ratings
Genres: Film & TV
Publisher's Summary:
Becoming a director is not just about making a film, webseries, commercial, or music video. The opportunity to direct for television is not a given because you’ve successfully completed a project in another medium. Turning your passion into your profession requires the ability to make transitions at the exact moment a pivot is needed, with creativity and confidence. This book helps di...
2022-05-196h 12
Get Latest Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Arts & EntertainmentTransitions: A Director’s Journey and Motivational Handbook by Pete ChatmonPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/577288 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Transitions: A Director’s Journey and Motivational Handbook Author: Pete Chatmon Narrator: Pete Chatmon Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 12 minutes Release date: May 19, 2022 Genres: Arts & Entertainment Publisher's Summary: Becoming a director is not just about making a film, webseries, commercial, or music video. The opportunity to direct for television is not a given because you’ve successfully completed a project in another medium. Turning your passion into your profession requires the ability to make transitions at the exact moment a pivot is needed, with creativity and confidence. This book...
2022-05-1903 minLet's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 38: Kaley Cuoco On Developing And Starring In "The Flight Attendant"Kaley Cuoco is an actress, best known for her work in "8 Simple Rules", "Charmed", and "The Big Bang Theory". After discovering the unreleased novel while scrolling through Amazon, "The Flight Attendant" became Cuoco’s first project as a producer. In this episode, Kaley joins Pete to discuss the lessons learned from working with John Ritter, landing her role as “Penny Hofstadter” in ‘The Big Bang Theory’, transitioning out of sitcoms, mastering the art of multitasking, and more…SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:06:10) — Pete's Intro(00:06:10- 00:16:05) — Becoming An Actor (00:16:05- 00:20:45) — Lessons Learned From Working With John Ritter(00:20:45- 00:25:00) — "Vir...
2022-05-061h 23
Filmmaking Conversations with Damien SwabyEp 146: Pete Chatmon - Transitions: A Director’s Journey and Motivational HandbookTeller Of Stories. Mostly Fiction, Always Real.With a deft ability to balance both half-hour single camera comedies and one-hour dramas, Pete Chatmon has directed episodes of HBO Max’s The Flight Attendant, Insecure, Silicon Valley, and Love Life, Netflix’s You and Atypical, ABC’s Grey’s Anatomy, Black-ish, A Million Little Things, Station 19, Mixed-ish and Single Parents, CBS’s All Rise and The Unicorn, Starz’ Blindspotting, FX’s It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, FreeForm’s Grown-ish, TBS’s The Last OG, OWN’s Greenleaf, and the Apple TV+ series Mythic Quest. He is in development on The Education of Matt...
2022-04-251h 17Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 37: Seven Tips For Blocking Scenes In TelevisionOn this special craft episode, Pete highlights the importance of “blocking” when shooting scenes for television. Pete talks in depth about understanding which character has the most important entrance, identifying which angle provides the most meaningful coverage for the characters, how blocking can help communicate the subtext of a scene, doing your research on a show’s “typical” style, and more…SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:03:30) -- Pete's Intro(00:03:30- 00:05:35) — What Separates A “Good” Director From A “Great” Director?(00:05:35- 00:08:45) — Knowing What Projects To Pursue (00:08:45- 00:10:15) — Directing A TV Show vs Film(00:10:15- 00:12:20) — Prep, Prep, Prep(00:12:20- 00:16:2...
2022-03-1638 minLet's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 36: Sera Gamble On Screenwriting, Showrunning, and Netflix's Hit Series "You"Sera Gamble is a writer and producer, best known for her work on "Supernatural", "The Magicians", and Netflix’s hit series "You". In this episode, Sera sits down with Pete to talk about her 10,000 hour long journey from poetry to screenplays, television screenwriting's chain of command, writing a story through the eyes of Joe Goldberg, social media’s influence on storytelling and more…SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:05:30) — Pete's Intro(00:05:30- 00:8:05) — From Cincinnati To California (00:8:05- 00:10:10) — First Time Being Inspired By A Story (00:10:10- 00:14:20) — Writing And Story Process (00:14:20- 00:18:30) — Path To Screenplay Writing (00:18:30- 00:22:30) — 10,000 Hours (00:22...
2022-03-021h 03Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 35: "The Director's Currency In Television Is Speed..."On this special Craft Episode, Pete answers a handful of questions given to him by listeners like you. Pete discusses the importance of blocking a scene in preparation for rehearsals, redefining your expectations when executing a project, the benefits of putting together a web-series, directing actors, and more. The episode concludes with a live reading from the “Introduction” of his new book, “Transitions: A Director's Journey And Motivational Handbook”, available now...SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:09:45) — Pete's Intro/Updates(00:09:45- 00:18:00) — Tips For Running Rehearsals(00:18:00- 00:21:35) — Directors Editing Projects (00:21:35- 00:24:00) — Teaching At NYU(00:24:00- 00:28:10) — Benefits Of Making A Web-Serie...
2022-02-2349 minLet's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 34: Kelly Edwards On Her Journey To The Executive Chair And BeyondKelly Edwards has made her mark at more than a dozen studios and production companies over her 30 year journey. From inside the network ranks to her recent producing deal with HBO, Kelly is currently living out her dream as a writer on Fox's “Our Kind Of People”. On this episode, Kelly joins Pete to talk about the importance of having a support system and fighting fear, overseeing emerging artist diversity programs, developing HBO access, the creation of her book “The Executive Chair: A Writer's Guide To TV Series Development”, and more…SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:07:10) — Pete's Intro(00:07:10- 00:13:00...
2022-02-161h 45Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 33: Crystle C. Roberson On Carving Her Own Path Into DirectingCrystle C. Roberson is best known for her work on OWN’s ‘Greenleaf’, ‘All American’ on the CW, and ABC’s ‘Queens’. Inspired by a scene from Spielberg’s ‘The Color Purple’, Crystle went from photography to producing director. On this episode, Crystle joins Pete to talk about merging photography with motion picture, shooting short films over the weekends, the do’s and don'ts of directing television, a day in the life as a producing director, and more…SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:05:16) -- Pete's Intro(00:05:16- 00:9:50) -- Introduction To Photography & Film(00:9:50- 00:13:30) — Growing Up In Macon (00:13:30- 00:17:00) —...
2022-02-091h 32Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 32: Geeta Gandbhir On How Narrative Film Created A Foundation For Her Approach As A DocumentarianGeeta Gandbhir got her start working as an Assistant Editor for Spike Lee films like “Malcolm X”, “Clockers”, and “Bamboozled”. It wasn’t until post 9/11 that she transitioned from narrative films to documentaries. On this episode, Geeta joins Pete to talk about the role of an editor and what makes them good, her process when it comes to selecting scenes in post, her transition into directing, and the making of her HBO miniseries “Black and Missing”…SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:05:11) -- Petes Intro(00:05:11- 00:08:00) -- What Makes A Good Story?(00:08:00- 00:10:50) —Three Acts Vs. Five Acts(00:10:50- 00:15...
2022-02-021h 16Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 31: Dan Attias On Directing Great TelevisionDGA Award-winning Dan Attias is one of the most accomplished and respected Directors working in television today. You've likely marveled at his creative choices on episodes of "Homeland", "Billions", "The Wire", "The Americans", "The Sopranos", and more. He's also written the book, "Directing Great Television: Inside TV's Golden Age". On this episode, Dan joins Pete to talk about facing the blank page, taking responsibility for being the storyteller, acknowledging the many ways you can approach a story, his guiding principals for each stage of filmmaking and more…SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:06:00) -- Pete’s Intro(00:06:00- 00:12:35) -- What...
2022-01-261h 35
Filmmaking Conversations Podcast with Damien SwabyEp 146: Pete Chatmon - Transitions: A Director’s Journey and Motivational HandbookTeller Of Stories. Mostly Fiction, Always Real. With a deft ability to balance both half-hour single camera comedies and one-hour dramas, Pete Chatmon has directed episodes of HBO Max’s The Flight Attendant, Insecure, Silicon Valley, and Love Life, Netflix’s You and Atypical, ABC’s Grey’s Anatomy, Black-ish, A Million Little Things, Station 19, Mixed-ish and Single Parents, CBS’s All Rise and The Unicorn, Starz’ Blindspotting, FX’s It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, FreeForm’s Grown-ish, TBS’s The Last OG, OWN’s Greenleaf, and the Apple TV+ series Mythic Quest. He is in development on The Education of Matt...
2022-01-151h 17Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 30: Pete's New Book "Transitions" Is Now Available!Our last episode was in May of 2021 but we're back to update you on a helluva year and just what Pete's been up to. We've also got the complete breakdown on Pete's new book, "Transitions: A Director's Journey + Motivational Handbook." Get Your Copy Of TRANSITIONS: https://www.amazon.com/Transitions-Directors-Journey-Motivational-Handbook/dp/161593331XSeason 2 will continue with new episodes coming soon!
2022-01-0313 minLet's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 29: Bryan Edward Hill On The Writer's Journey from Screenplays to Novels to Comic BooksWriting "The Russian Specialist" for Dolph Lundgren was a great break, but it wasn’t until Bryan began writing novels and comics like "7 Days From Hell", "Batman and The Outsiders", and ‘Chariot’ that his career took off. Just this week came the announcement of his "Bitter Root" adaptation, to be directed by Regina King. On this episode, Bryan joins Pete to talk about the challenge that came with being a Black man breaking into screenplay writing, the importance of rebranding and understanding the “why?”, the pitch process, lessons learned from working with comics, his upcoming projects and more…SHOW NOTES:
2021-05-121h 28Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 28: Spencer Garrett On His Job As An Actor, HBO's "Untitled Lakers Project" and more...Spencer Garrett may have “grown up in the green room” but he is still perfecting his craft with each new performance from "Star Trek" and "Insecure" to "Once Upon a Time In Hollywood". On this episode, Spencer joins Pete to discuss his most memorable turning points, the challenge of manufacturing moments when auditioning, why you should always be over-prepared, the “breakdown” process and more…SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:10:45) -- Pete’s Intro(00:10:45- 00:13:20) -- Defining Your Job As An Actor (00:13:20- 00:21:12) -- Growing Up In The Green Room (00:21:12- 00:26:46) —Early Training As An Actor (00:26:46- 00:32:10) —L...
2021-05-061h 40Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 27: Pete Chatmon On The Psychology And Technique Of DirectingOn this special Craft Episode, Pete reviews a presentation he put together in 2011 that describes the five stages of production and their guiding principals. With commentary based on what he's learned over the past ten years, Pete discusses the demands on Directors, being honest and using motivation driven direction with talent, recommended readings, and more…SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:04:20) -- Pete’s Intro(00:04:20- 00:06:40) -- Figuring Out Your “Why”(00:06:40- 00:10:22) -- Types Of Directors (00:10:22- 00:11:25) —Demands Of The Director(00:11:25- 00:14:00) —Five Stages Of Production(00:14:00- 00:15:30) —Maximizing Development (00:15:30- 00:24:15) —Guiding Principles For Stages One And Two
2021-05-0155 minLet's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 26: Carl Seaton On Getting Comfortable With NervousnessOriginally from Chicago, Carl Seaton learned lessons as an indie filmmaker that have become his biggest superpower as a television Director ("Snowfall", "Batwoman", "The Chi", and more.) On this episode, Carl and Pete get together to discuss their most memorable Murphy’s Law moments, the keys to shadowing a Director on set, the importance of reinvestment, being an eternal student and more…SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:07:15) -- Pete’s Intro And Updates (00:07:15- 00:11:15) -- Introducing Carl Seaton (00:11:15- 00:14:40) —Growing Up In Chicago And Getting Into Film(00:14:40- 00:17:03) —Murphy’s Law Moments And Problem Solving(00:17:03- 00:22:30...
2021-04-211h 20Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 25: Mike Berlucchi On "Mythic Quest", "You're The Worst", and Visual StorytellingIn an industry built upon long hours and cramped quarters, one of the most important things you can do to prepare for your career is to become the ultimate “dinner guest.” On this episode, Mike joins Pete to talk about how he got his first credit as a cinematographer (in the days before "Mythic Quest" and "You're The Worst",) the logistics that go into shooting with a crane, the difference between working on an already established show vs. a pilot, and more…SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:03:25) -- Pete’s Intro (00:03:25- 00:07:45) -- Answering Mail Bag Questions (00:07:45- 00:08...
2021-04-141h 10
Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 24: #directorslifeDirecting may seem like a simple task at first glance, but understanding the behind the scenes work that goes into mastering a creative position is a major step when it comes to success in the craft. In this special Business Episode, Pete Chatmon discusses what Directors make, the expenses Directors incur in order to present themselves professionally, a day in the life of a Director, and more… SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:05:40) -- Pete’s Intro (00:05:40- 00:11:30) -- Understanding Directing And Shooting Styles (00:11:30- 00:17:10) -- Who Is Getting Hired: Episodic Directing Stats(00:17:10- 00:28:20) -- How Much Does...
2021-04-0748 min
Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 23: Nzingha Stewart On Having A Strong VisionAfter putting together fun family performances at a young age, it didn’t take long for Nzingha Stewart to realize that she could turn her favorite pastime into a full-time career. On this episode, Nzingha sits down with Pete to discuss how she got her start as a music video director for artists including Jay-Z, the importance of not only branding yourself but also doing the work, going from guest director to producing director in television, breaking into feature films, and more… SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:05:20) -- Pete’s Intro (00:05:20- 00:07:45) -- What Is Your Favorite Scene You’ve...
2021-03-311h 15
Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 22: Matthew A. Cherry On His Journey From The NFL To The Academy AwardAfter spending three seasons in the NFL as a wide receiver, Matthew was able to identify the skills learned, and apply them throughout his journey into the entertainment industry. In this episode, Matthew A. Cherry joins Pete to discuss the time he used his lunch breaks to write over 120 music video treatments, being mentored by three of the biggest Directors in the game, the creation of his Oscar award winning animation “Hair Love”, and more…SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:06:15) -- Pete’s Intro (00:06:15- 00:14:20) -- Breaking Into The Industry w/ Music Video Treatments (00:14:20- 00:19:00) -- How Did Play...
2021-03-241h 01
Conversations with CharliePETE CHATMONPETE CHATMON - 24Pete Chatmon was first noticed as a director coming out of the NYU Film school with his short film, “3D”, starring Kerry Washington. This short film was a Sundance Film Festival selection in 2001. Since 2017 he has developed a name as a episodic television series director with credits including HBO's "Silicon Valley" and "Insecure", ABC's "Grey's Anatomy", "Black-ish", "A Million Little Things", "Station 19", "Mixed-ish" and "Single Parents", Netflix's "Atypical", FX's "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia", FreeForm's "Grown-ish", TBS's "The Last OG", OWN's "Greenleaf", and the Apple TV+ series "Mythic Quest" from Rob McElhenney and Charlie Day...
2020-12-311h 04
Shari Shaw: Studio TalkPete ChatmonShari sits down with director Pete Chatmon (Black-ish, Silicon Valley, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia) to talk about the world of TV directing, including his unique methodology, the role of a director in television, and making time to create new projects. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-12-0956 minLet's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 21: "Wednesday Morning" Discussion with Soledad O'BrienOn this special episode of the podcast, Pete passes the microphone to journalist Soledad O'Brien to lead a discussion about his latest directorial effort, "Wednesday Morning", a 2020 Election Podcast Event. Join the creators and the stars as Soledad gets into the story behind the story [recorded as part of a private zoom premiere prior to the release of the podcast].SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:04:15) -- Pete’s Intro (00:04:15- 00:07:50) -- The Creation Of “Wednesday Morning” (00:07:50- 00:09:10) -- How Did We Get “Here” And Where Are We?(00:09:10- 00:13:10) -- What Made You Want To Be Apart Of This Pr...
2020-10-2834 min
Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 20: "Wednesday Morning" -- A 2020 Election Podcast Event*** SPECIAL CRAFT EPISODE! *** After losing a local upstate election, Jeannine Hamilton pays a surprise visit to her father, Wesley's, palatial estate. She unexpectedly finds herself at a celebratory brunch surrounded by his duplicitous comrades as they engage in a dangerous game of political horsetrading, leaving Jeannine to make a life or death decision before dessert can be served."WEDNESDAY MORNING" stars Kelly McCreary (Grey's Anatomy), Spencer Garrett (The Frontrunner), Colman Domingo (Fear The Walking Dead), Blake DeLong (When They See Us), Joy Nash (Twin Peaks), Louis Ozawa (Hunters), Elena Campbell-Martinez (Vida), Remy Ortiz (Instant Family), and Monnie...
2020-10-2150 min
Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 19: Anu Valia On Discovering Comedy To Break Into The IndustryFrom attending New York University, to winning the Sundance Jury Award for her short film "Lucia, Before And After", becoming a Director was always the objective for Anu Valia. In this episode, Anu joins Pete to discuss how she meshed her love for comedy with drama, why it's important to learn and adjust quickly while on set, the art of blocking and more...SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:03:40) -- Pete's Intro(00:03:40- 00:09:55) -- Reconnecting (00:09:55- 00:13:35) -- Community And Growing Up In Indiana (00:13:35- 00:18:18) -- Getting Into Film And Camera Work(00:18:18- 00:21:05) -- Diversity In Storytellers...
2020-10-141h 20Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 18: Raamla Mohamed On Learning To Write In Any EnvironmentFrom working as a researcher for Shonda Rhimes to writing the "Scandal" and "How To Get Away With Murder" crossover episode, Raamla has found success at all levels of writing in Hollywood. On this episode, Raamla joins Pete to talk about the hierarchy in a writer's room, the importance of finding your strength and being dedicated to the hustle, how Kerry Washington prepared a place for her on "Little Fires Everywhere" and more.SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:03:50) -- Pete's Intro(00:03:50- 00:09:30) -- Getting Involved With Literature and Writing (00:09:30- 00:11:50) -- Growing Up In LA(00:11:50- 00:13:15...
2020-10-071h 28
Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 17: Barry Alexander Brown On Avoiding Creative DeathAfter cutting films like "School Daze", "Do The Right Thing" and even Madonna's "Truth or Dare" documentary, it wasn't until "Malcolm X" that Barry finally considered himself a film editor. In this episode, Barry sits down with Pete to talk about his editing process, how his new film "Son Of The South" tackles the importance of being part of the solution, tips on how to communicate properly with your editor and more...SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:03:00) -- Pete's Intro(00:03:00- 00:08:50) -- Editing on ‘Bamboozled’(00:08:50- 00:11:00) -- First Documentary(00:11:00- 00:17:00) -- Dealing With Stock Footage (00:17:00- 00...
2020-09-301h 10
Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 16: Millicent Shelton On Applying Education and Life Skills to the Craft of DirectingShe's directed hundreds of music videos and episodes of television, including "P-Valley", "30 Rock", "Insecure", and "The Flash", but before things took off she was a passionate, hard worker trying to find her path in a male-dominated industry. Pete and Millicent talk about the importance of trusting your gut as a director, transitioning to a digital workflow, the crazy backstory behind her first feature film, and more... SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00 -00:07:50) -- Pete's Intro(00:07:50 -00:14:30) -- Job Search: Do What You Love To Do(00:14:30 -00:18:30) -- Taking Film Courses(00:18:30 -00:21:30) -- Applying Education and Life Skills...
2020-09-231h 23
Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 15: Molly McGlynn On Rejection Being How You Become A FilmmakerAfter bursting onto the scene with multiple short films in Canada, Molly directed the feature film "Mary Goes Round" before transitioning into television and landing a role as Producing Director on ABC's "Bless This Mess". Pete and Molly discuss the delicate process of delivering notes from video village, the do's and dont's when reaching out for advice, the importance of financial support for artists, and more...SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:03:00) -- Pete's Intro(00:03:00- 00:06:15) -- Becoming A Director (00:06:15- 00:08:55) -- Directing First Short Film: ‘I Am Not A Weirdo’(00:08:55- 00:13:05) -- Realizing The Power Of Stor...
2020-09-161h 23
Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 14: Seith Mann On Being A Complete Filmmaker and How Timing Led To "The Wire"Today, he's directed countless episodes of television including "Homeland", "Entourage", "Raising Dion", and "#FreeRayshawn", but there was a moment in time when Seith didn't know what he wanted to do. In this week's episode, Seith sits down with Pete to discuss attending an historically black college, navigating network television to premium cable, making time to create your own personal projects, and more...SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:04:25) -- Pete's Intro(00:04:25- 00:08:40) -- Early Years and Filmmaker Inspiration(00:08:40- 00:10:20) -- Influence From Spike Lee Films(00:10:20- 00:17:40) -- Attending Morehouse And Getting Into School(00:17:40- 00:20:50) -- The...
2020-09-091h 07
Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 13: Aya Cash On Becoming Comfortable With DiscomfortActress Aya Cash (like many) got her start on "Law & Order" which led her to roles in shows like FX's, "You're The Worst" and Amazon's, "The Boys" (season two coming Friday). Pete and Aya sit down to discuss the battle between control and vulnerability, why she prefers TV roles over film, her experiences behind the curtain as it relates to the BLM movement, and more...SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:03:30) -- Pete's Intro(00:03:30- 00:07:10) -- Getting Cast On “Law and Order”(00:07:10- 00:09:40) -- Dealing With Self Deprecation(00:09:40- 00:13:40) -- The Performance Of “Self”: Interviewing (00:13:40- 00:17:10) -- The I...
2020-09-021h 19
Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 12: Paula Huidobro on Learning How To See And Pay Attention To The WorldCinematographer Paula Huidobro has made your favorite films and tv shows look awesome, including “Grownish", "Insecure", "Little America", and "Barry". Pete and Paula discuss the importance of being driven by story and character, emotionally connecting to material, shot listing, and more... SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:04:40) -- Pete's Intro(00:04:40- 00:06:50) -- Early years and getting into cinematography(00:06:50- 00:10:45) -- Learning the craft: shooting on film(00:10:45- 00:13:00) -- From London to America(00:13:00- 00:14:05) -- Attending AFI(00:14:05- 00:15:50) -- How would you define your style?(00:15:50- 00:17:05) -- Cinematography process(00:17:05- 00:18:40) -- Shotlisting with Directors
2020-08-2647 minLet's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 11: Lets Just Shoot It with Pete ChatmonIn a special crossover episode, Pete Chatmon joined the "Just Shoot It" podcast with Matt Enlow and Oren Kaplan for a conversation about the technical aspects of directing TV shows like HBO's "Silicon Valley", ABC's "Grey's Anatomy", and "Black-ish". Pete also shares his approach to nurturing relationships without being a burden, and how that could turn into some pretty incredible opportunities.SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:04:00) -- Pete's Intro(00:04:00- 00:08:00) -- "Let's Just Shoot It" Intro(00:08:00- 00:09:15) -- Tackling racism in TV and film(00:09:15- 00:11:00) -- Looking back on the films of 1999(00:11:00- 00:13:30) -- Getting...
2020-08-191h 16Just Shoot It: A Podcast about Filmmaking, Screenwriting and DirectingLet's Just Shoot It w Pete Chatmon - Just Shoot It 228This week we talk with Pete Chatmon about the technical aspects of directing TV shows like HBO’s “Silicon Valley”, ABC’s “Grey’s Anatomy”, and “Black-ish”. Pete shares his approach to nurturing relationships without being a burden, and how that could turn into some pretty incredible opportunities. Unpaid Endorsements:Oren: The Great on HuluMatt: The Floor Is Lava on NetflixPete: I May Destroy You on HBOContribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help support the show.Send feedback or ques...
2020-08-131h 09
Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 10: Ten Commandments For Episodic DirectorsYou've asked for it and we have answered! In our first ever fully focused Craft Episode, we've dedicated the entire podcast to a conversation around directing television. Pete is joined by fellow directors Erica Watson and Tahir Jetter for a lively discussion centered around Pete's personal principles for success in episodic television...SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:02:35) -- Pete's Intro(00:02:35- 00:03:00) -- Meet Erica Watson(00:03:00- 00:04:40) -- Meet Tahir Jetter(00:04:40- 00:06:30) -- Erica on landing an episode(00:06:30- 00:08:00) -- Most exciting things about directing television(00:08:00- 00:13:55) -- Pre-Pre-Production Bonus One(00:13:55- 00:17:10) -- Pre-Pre-Production...
2020-08-121h 22
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2020-08-101h 18
Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 09: Keith Powell On The Moment Oprah Saved His JobYou may know Keith as an actor from NBC's "30 Rock," but as Creative Professionals are prone to do, he wears many hats and is best described as a Storyteller. Pete and Keith discuss the journey from Wendy's and Starburst commercials to television, graduating from "Lynn Redgrave University," how growing up with 4 Black women made him a well-rounded storyteller, and more...SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:02:45) -- Pete's Intro(00:02:45- 00:06:35) -- Working on the "OG" Law & Order(00:06:35- 00:10:00) -- Being raised by 4 strong Black women(00:10:00- 00:12:20) -- How Keith became a storyteller(00:12:20- 00:17:50) -- Why education...
2020-08-051h 15
Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 08: Romany Malco On The Million Little Things He's Learned and "Tijuana Jackson"Actor, Writer, Producer, and Director Romany Malco joins Pete for Episode 08 of the podcast. As Romany shares his non-linear journey from rapper to jingle writer to actor, the two discuss the benefits of "wearing multiple hats", accepting your own identity, the making of "Tijuana Jackson: Purpose Over Prison," and more...SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:03:50) -- Pete's Intro(00:03:50- 00:06:05) -- Who is RMG?(00:06:05- 00:10:00) -- Childhood Experiences Turned Into Lessons(00:10:00- 00:12:00) -- Lessons Learned From Iceskating(00:12:00- 00:14:50) -- The First Story To Have An Impact(00:14:50- 00:17:35) -- Transitioning From Music To Film(00:17:35- 00:19:20...
2020-07-291h 08Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 07: Robia Rashid and Mary Rohlich On That One Time They Were On Opposite Sides Of A Creative DecisionNetflix's "Atypical" may be in the season four writer's room, but Robia Rashid, creator, and Mary Rohlich, executive producer put the plot aside for a few to chat with Pete. They navigated a three-person Zoom call to discuss why Mary is the first person Robia sends scripts, the beauty of working with people you love, the value of empowering your assistant, and more....SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:03:36) -- Pete's Intro(00:03:36- 00:07:35) -- Current State Of Being(00:07:35- 00:11:02) -- How Robia and Mary Met(00:11:02- 00:14:08) -- First Story To Impact Robia(00:14:08- 00:15:45) -- First Story...
2020-07-221h 04
Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 06: Rob McElhenney On How Desperation Created "It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia"Writer/Creator, Producer, Director, and Actor Rob McElhenney joins Pete for Episode 06 of the pod. With “It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia” entering its record breaking 15th Season on FXX and “Mythic Quest” preparing for season two on Apple TV+, they sat down to discuss how writing can be terrifying, the importance of creating your own opportunities, why receiving a director’s cut that’s 30-40% of what hits the airs is a job well done, and more...SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:04:14) -- Pete's Intro(00:04:14- 00:07:30) -- Working in comedy and drama(00:07:30- 00:11:07) -- Insprirational shows(00:11:07...
2020-07-151h 09
Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 05: Michael Spiller On Checking Your Ego At The DoorEmmy and DGA award-winning director Michael Spiller shares nothing but the truth on Episode 05 of the pod. From his start as a cinematographer on Hal Hartley's "The Unbelievable Truth", to directing more than 175 episodes of television ("Scrubs", "Modern Family", "Sex and The City", "The Mindy Project"), including many as producing-director, Pete and Spiller talk about how to find yourself in the story, always be learning, and more...SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:00:58) -- Opening Clip(00:00:58- 00:04:25) -- Pete's Intro(00:04:25- 00:07:30) -- Growing up in Brooklyn, NY(00:07:30- 00:09:45) -- Reflecting on childhood as a storyteller(00:09:45- 00:15:13...
2020-07-091h 15
Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 04: Simone Missick On What She Learned From Will Smith In A Hotel LobbyWe're keeping it in the family on Episode 04 of the pod! Simone Missick currently stars as Lola Carmichael on CBS's "All Rise", making her the first Black woman to be a dramatic lead on the network. Before the industry shutdown, Pete was preparing to direct the season finale of her show, so we invite you to join them as they catch up and discuss why representation matters, how waiting tables and doing commercials builds character, how a career in entertainment is like a yacht looking for a dock, and more...SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00- 00:01:04) -- Opening Clip(00:01:04...
2020-07-011h 18
Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 03: Dorian Missick On The Journey From Blockbuster Video To ABC's "For Life"Dorian Missick is one of those actors that directors and cast members alike look forward to seeing on the call sheet. Most recently, he delivered a brilliant performance as Jamal on ABC's "For Life", but before that you may have seen Dorian in "SouthLAnd", "Brian Banks", "Jinn", "Two Weeks Notice" -- or for the real fans -- as "Cool" in Pete Chatmon's debut feature "Premium". Pull a chair up and listen to two friends chop it up over the entertainment industry, the hustle to build a career, and whatever else pops up along the way.SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00...
2020-06-241h 23
Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 02: Issa Rae On Hiring DirectorsSeason 4 of "Insecure" may have just come to an end, but you can still hear from one of the most exciting voices on the scene on Episode 02 of the pod! Amongst many topics in a wide ranging conversation, Pete chats with Issa about making the impossible leap from webseries to premium cable, mistakes directors can avoid (at least on her show), and who might play her in the biopic we all know is coming in 2045 (and...yes, Pete would like to direct it). SHOW NOTES:(00:00:00 - 00:03:30) -- Pete introduces the show(00:03:30- 00:05:30) -- Issa’s target au...
2020-06-1734 min
Let's Shoot! with Pete ChatmonEpisode 01: Theo Travers On Changing the Culture of StorytellingWelcome to the premiere episode of Let's Shoot! with Pete Chatmon. Pete sits down to chat with his NYU buddy Theo Travers, a writer on season 6 of Showtime's "Billions" where he also serves as an executive producer. They chop it up about the state of things in America...in Hollywood...and discuss how storytelling, or the lack of it, affects perception in our culture...
2020-06-101h 35
Behind the Brilliance11: Pete ChatmonFilmmaker + entrepreneur Pete Chatmon is the director/producer of multiple films starring top talent including Kerry Washington, Zoe Saldana, and Dorian Missick.
After succesfully producing and directing his first feature film, he went on to create a multimedia company where he works on a wide range of creative projects.
In this episode, he shares his thoughts on his journey into making movies, his thoughts on the new digital landscape, and the most important traits creative people need to be successful.
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