Colorists are facing larger than normal problems with the current production business environment. Production companies using more freelance colorists, changing workflows, fewer client side assistant editors being hired, leading to significantly fewer opportunities for on the job seasoning and growth. And then the consolidations and mergers, creating fears of downsizing and elimination of staff. Not to forget about the threats of AI entering the scene. Three PNYA post members talk about their experiences and what their outlook is for our future and the people they work with. We’ll hear from Evan Anthony, former staff colorist, Twain Richardson former staff colorist and Jason Saulog staff finishing editor on our panel.

APRIL 30TH
4PM EST / 1PM PST

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Speakers:

Evan Anthony
Evan Anthony is a highly skilled and experienced Dolby Vision Certified Senior Colorist at Ronin Color LLC. With a passion for storytelling through visual excellence, Evan has made a significant mark in the post-production industry, specializing in series, doc-series, and film projects.
Over the years, Evan has contributed to a diverse range of acclaimed projects that have graced major platforms such as Apple TV, Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime, and HBO Max. His expertise in color grading and finishing has been pivotal in enhancing the visual narratives of numerous productions, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and creativity.

Twain Richardson
Twain Richardson is a senior finishing artist and colorist with with a resume spanning documentaries, television, commercials, and music videos for esteemed clients and platforms such as Netflix, HBO, Hulu, Disney+, and Amazon Prime. His expertise in the latest post-production technologies is evident in his ability to infuse his skills and creativity into every project. Outside of work, Twain enjoys playing tennis, researching mechanical watches, watching Formula 1 racing, and playing soccer. 

Jason Saulog
After five years dealing blackjack in Las Vegas, Jason Saulog decided to gamble with his future in Hollywood. Nineteen years later — including sixteen in finishing — he works across feature, scripted episodic, and short form on the “fix it in post” team and is currently based in New York City.

Moderator:

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 Democracy Now. Carl earned an MFA from Savannah College of Art and Design in Broadcast Design and Motion Graphics