Manhattan Edit Workshop

Go inside the editing room of HBO's Euphoria with the acclaimed editorial team behind the groundbreaking series. In this episode of Sight, Sound & Story, moderator Josh Apter sits down with editors Julio C. Perez IV, ACE, Aaron I. Butler, ACE, Aleshka Ferrero, and Nikola Boyanov for an in-depth discussion about the creative editing process that helped define one of the most visually innovative and emotionally powerful television dramas of the modern era. From intimate character-driven scenes to dreamlike visual sequences, the editors reveal how editorial decisions shape the show's unique style, pacing, and emotional impact. The conversation explores collaboration with creator Sam Levinson, working with music, performance, cinematography, and visual storytelling techniques that bring Euphoria's unforgettable moments to life. Learn how the editorial team balances experimentation with narrative clarity, crafts emotional character arcs, and develops the rhythm and tone that have made Euphoria one of the most talked-about series in television. The panel also discusses scene construction, performance shaping, music integration, and the collaborative process between editors, directors, cinematographers, and producers. Whether you're an aspiring editor, filmmaker, film student, television professional, or fan of Euphoria, this episode provides a rare behind-the-scenes look at the art and craft of television editing. Moderator: Josh Apter (Founder & Owner, Manhattan Edit Workshop) Panelists: Julio C. Perez IV, ACE (Euphoria, American Made, It Follows) Aaron I. Butler, ACE (Euphoria, Cries From Syria) Aleshka Ferrero (The Morning Show, The Idol) Nikola Boyanov (Euphoria, Under the Silver Lake) Topics Covered Editing HBO's Euphoria Television editing techniques Building emotional storytelling through editing Working with music and performance Scene structure and pacing Collaboration with directors and cinematographers Visual storytelling and experimental editing Character-driven editing workflows Post-production process for prestige television Behind-the-scenes insights from Euphoria

Editors of "The Morning Show" share their experiences and challenges in the editing process. They discuss the importance of maintaining the show's rhythm and character while refining material. The conversation covers character dynamics, emotional storytelling, and the impact of technology. Insights into the collaborative nature of editing and updates on future seasons highlight the continuous effort to elevate the show's quality.

https://www.mewshop.com/ Contact: info@mewshop.com for information and inquiries on classes and events. Sight, Sound & Story Halloween Edition I– Cutting Horror and Dark Comedy Inside Episode XLVII: Just in time for Halloween, Sight, Sound & Story brings you an evening of chilling thrills and razor-sharp storytelling with two acclaimed editors who know how to make an audience squirm, laugh, and scream. Editor Brian Philip Davis will discuss shaping suspense and unsettling mood in his work on "Oddity." Editor Patrick Lawrence will share how he crafted the mix of humor and horror in "Screamboat." Together, they’ll reveal how choices in pacing, rhythm, and tone can turn raw footage into scenes that shock, scare, and entertain. Moderator: Chad Anderson (Manhattan Edit Workshop & Brookdale Community College) Panelists: Editors Brian Philip Davis, BFE ("Worldbreaker," "Oddity,") and Patrick Lawrence ( “Bonding,” “Screamboat") Manhattan Edit Workshop is a New York Film Editing School offering a full range of basic to advanced training courses, from the Avid, Autodesk, Assimilate, Blackmagic and Apple products to the complete suite of Adobe applications. Manhattan Edit Workshop's mission is to provide the highest quality education for filmmakers and editors. Focusing on both the art and technology inherent to our craft. We foster a "learn by doing" approach in an atmosphere where mistakes are encouraged as part of the process and the only "silly" question is the one that isn't asked. Follow, like and share Manhattan Edit Workshop on Social Media https://youtube.com/@mewshop https://www.linkedin.com/school/manhattan-edit-workshop/ https://www.facebook.com/ManhattanEditWorkshop/ https://www.instagram.com/mewshop/ https://twitter.com/MEWShop https://vimeo.com/mewshop https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFTpOOSGrCfKShrx15YojdQ https://open.spotify.com/show/1mruSxiCyvrBjddTZgxEQE?si=4fe2a051e0f044f8 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manhattan-edit-workshop/id1455528822 Follow, like and share Sight, Sound & Story on Social Media https://www.facebook.com/SightSndStory/ https://twitter.com/SightSndStory https://www.sightsoundandstory.com/ #ManhattanEditWorkshop #MEWShop #sightsoundandstory #sightsoundandstorylive #ssslive #aja #Mewtube #filmediting #screamboat #oddity #horrormovies #filmeditor #BrianPhilipDavis #PatrickLawrence

https://www.mewshop.com/ Contact: info@mewshop.com for information and inquiries on classes and events. Inside Episode XLVI: Join us for an in-depth conversation on the art and science of color correction with two of the industry’s leading Colorists, Maxine Gervais and Roman Hankewycz of Harbor. With decades of combined experience shaping the look of major films and series, Maxine and Roman will share insights into their creative process, collaboration with directors and DPs, as well as the evolving role of color in visual storytelling. Moderated by acclaimed Cinematographer Christine Ng, this panel will explore real-world workflows, case studies from recent projects, and the powerful emotional impact of color grading in post-production. Senior Colorist Maxine Gervais notes an illustrious career, having collaborated on over 50 blockbuster and critically acclaimed feature films. She has been recognized for her exceptional work, garnering two Hollywood Professional Association (HPA) nominations for Outstanding Color Grading – Feature Film, for her work on Hughes Brothers’ "The Book of Eli" and Guillermo del Toro’s "Pacific Rim." Gervais made Hollywood history as the first woman to receive an HPA award for Outstanding Color Grading for Albert Hughes’ Alpha. Gervais’ credits include Ryan Coogler’s Black Panther, Robert Zemeckis’ Here, Clint Eastwood’s "Cry Macho," Peacock’s "The Continental: From the World of John Wick," Hulu’s "Nine Perfect Strangers," Netflix’s The Brothers Sun, Universal Pictures’ Strays, and Sundance Grand Jury Prize Winner, A Thousand and One, directed by A.V. Rockwell. With a background in classical arts, Gervais earned her B.A. in visual art from Laval University in Quebec, demonstrating her passion for creative expression through color and technology. Recognizing the potential applications in the digital world, she furthered her education by obtaining a post-graduate certificate in computer technology for cinema and television. Gervais is also an Associate Member of the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC). Roman Hankewycz collaborates with some of the most established filmmakers in the advertising and entertainment industries, including Spike Lee, Martin Scorsese, Andrew Ahn, Nathaniel Kahn, Brian Koppelman, Ari Aster, William Rexer (ASC), Tim Ives (ASC), Pawel Pogorzelski, Eric Lin, Edu Grau (ASC), and Errol Morris. Hankewycz lends his color expertise to restoring Criterion Collection titles alongside celebrated filmmakers such as Martin Scorsese on his collection of early works as well as the iconic concert film "Last Waltz," the Hughes brothers and Lisa Rinzler on "Menace II Society", Ed Lachman to reimagine the color palate for Mira Nair's "Mississippi Masala," Bette Gordon on "Variety," Bill Pope on the Wachowski's "Bound," and Terence Malik on his masterpiece "Days of Heaven." His ongoing collaborations include working with Ari Aster and Pawel Pogorzelski on both "Midsommar" and "Beau is Afraid," produced by A24. Other recent entertainment credits include Lesli Linka Glatter’s "Zero Day," Ron Howard’s "Jim Henson: Idea Man," Hulu’s "We Were the Lucky Ones," HBO's "Love & Death," Netflix’s "Halston," Chiwetel Ejiofor’s "Rob Peace," Spike Lee’s "NYC Epicenters 9/11-2021 1/2," Rebecca Hall’s "Passing," Starz’s "P-Valley," and Ken Burns’ "College Behind Bars." Major brands include Jimmy Choo, Samsung, Tacori, Vogue, Facebook, Tide, Budweiser, Advil, Nike, and Swarovski.

https://www.mewshop.com/ Contact: info@mewshop.com for information and inquiries on classes and events. In Episode 28 of Talking MEWShop, Assistant Editor and Six Week Alumni Sophia Grimbaum Flores recalls moving to New York City to pursue a film career, starting with no connections. She goes over attending Manhattan Edit Workshop to learn editing, which boosted her industry value. Sophia talks about networking through MEWShop classes helped build a personal community to build off of. She also shares her journey from journalism to film, emphasizing the importance of workshops for skill development and connections. Manhattan Edit Workshop is a New York Film Editing School offering a full range of basic to advanced training courses, from the Avid, Autodesk, Assimilate, Blackmagic and Apple products to the complete suite of Adobe applications. Manhattan Edit Workshop's mission is to provide the highest quality education for filmmakers and editors. Focusing on both the art and technology inherent to our craft. We foster a "learn by doing" approach in an atmosphere where mistakes are encouraged as part of the process and the only "silly" question is the one that isn't asked. Follow, like and share Manhattan Edit Workshop on Social Media https://youtube.com/@mewshop https://www.linkedin.com/school/manhattan-edit-workshop/ https://www.facebook.com/ManhattanEditWorkshop/ https://www.instagram.com/mewshop/ https://twitter.com/MEWShop https://vimeo.com/mewshop https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFTpOOSGrCfKShrx15YojdQ https://open.spotify.com/show/1mruSxiCyvrBjddTZgxEQE?si=4fe2a051e0f044f8 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manhattan-edit-workshop/id1455528822 #ManhattanEditWorkshop #MEWShop #Mewtube #SophiaGrimbaumFlores #assistantediting #amcnetworks #sixweekartofediitng #sixweekintensiveworkshop #sixweekintensive #sixweekalmuni #talkingmewshop #learnediting #filmschoolforeditors #joshapter #jasonbanke #raphisalem

https://www.mewshop.com/ Contact: info@mewshop.com for information and inquiries on classes and events. In Episode 26 of Talking MEWShop, Assistant Editor Deborah Emilio talks about her personal journey of the transformation from feeling lost to finding a passion for editing. The COVID-19 pandemic prompted a shift to online learning, which led to unexpected opportunities to take the Six Week Intensive class at Manhattan Edit Workshop. In Deborah's case, taking an online class proved beneficial, resulting in career growth despite initial job market challenges, as Deborah now works as an assistant at AMC Networks remotely. Manhattan Edit Workshop is a New York Film Editing School offering a full range of basic to advanced training courses, from the Avid, Autodesk, Assimilate, Blackmagic and Apple products to the complete suite of Adobe applications. Manhattan Edit Workshop's mission is to provide the highest quality education for filmmakers and editors. Focusing on both the art and technology inherent to our craft. We foster a "learn by doing" approach in an atmosphere where mistakes are encouraged as part of the process and the only "silly" question is the one that isn't asked. Follow, like and share Manhattan Edit Workshop on Social Media https://youtube.com/@mewshop https://www.linkedin.com/school/manhattan-edit-workshop/ https://www.facebook.com/ManhattanEditWorkshop/ https://www.instagram.com/mewshop/ https://twitter.com/MEWShop https://vimeo.com/mewshop https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFTpOOSGrCfKShrx15YojdQ https://open.spotify.com/show/1mruSxiCyvrBjddTZgxEQE?si=4fe2a051e0f044f8 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manhattan-edit-workshop/id1455528822 #ManhattanEditWorkshop #MEWShop #Mewtube #deborahemilio #talkingmewshop #assistanteditor #sixweekintensiveworkshop #sixweekartofediting #sixweekalumni #careerchange #filmediting #joshapter #jasonbanke #raphisalem