A conversation and Q&A with the author of “Every Frame Counts, An Assistant Editor’s Reference Book”. Jared Simon shared some the processes he uses to differentiate his work as an AE, as he works toward finding additional editor and assistant editor roles. He discussed using Avid with FileMaker Pro, prepping for ADR and explained some of the ‘student resources’ included with his book.

Speakers:
Carl L. Marxer
Carl Marxer is a picture editor and assistant editor. His recent films include “Gabby Giffords Won't Back Down”, “Blind Trust”, “The Loneliest Whale:The Search for 52”, and “Before You Know It”. He also works for CBS Sports and NewsNation. Carl earned an MFA from Savannah College of Art and Design in Broadcast Design and Motion Graphics.

Jared A. Simon
Jared Simon is an editor and assistant editor with selected credits including Ad Astra, The Piano Lesson, Chevalier, and Come From Away. He frequently works with editors John Axelrad, ACE and Leslie Jones, ACE. Jared earned a BFA in Film Editing from the School of Visual Arts