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Hollywood, How Did You Get Here? With Tim Smith

Hollywood, How Did You Get Here? With Tim Smith

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Join Brand Developer, Ambassador & Spokesperson Tim Smith As He Talks With Leading Industry Professionals About Their Path To Hollywood
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10: Pulitzer Prize Winning Photographer & Director Vincent Laforet

Hollywood, How Did You Get Here? With Tim SmithOct 16, 2020

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10: Pulitzer Prize Winning Photographer & Director Vincent Laforet

10: Pulitzer Prize Winning Photographer & Director Vincent Laforet

On todays episode of Hollywood, How Did You Get Here? Tim talks to long time friend Vincent Laforet. Vincent is a Pulitzer Prize winning photographer and is largely credited for jump starting the success of the Canon 5D Mark II having shot the short film "Reverie" with it. Enjoy the episode!

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"Hollywood, How Did You Get Here?" Is brought to you by  G-Technology, a leading storage solution brand for the entertainment  industry. Use code HOLLYWOOD for 10% off G-Technology drives when you  shop on Filmtools.com

Special thanks to our lighting sponsor Ledgo Technologies for  supporting our show! Make sure to check out Ledgo on Instagram  (@ledgo_led) for more

Oct 16, 202001:08:51
9: Bruce Dorn (Adventure, Nature & Beauty Photographer and Cinematographer)

9: Bruce Dorn (Adventure, Nature & Beauty Photographer and Cinematographer)

On todays episode of Hollywood, How Did You Get Here? Tim talks with adventure, nature & beauty photographer and cinematographer Bruce Dorn. In their talk, Bruce talks about how he got his big break as a college senior when he was "discovered" by the editorial staff at Conde Nast through a high profile photo contest and about his journey to Hollywood and beyond. Enjoy the episode!

Check out Bruce's website for more: https://brucedorn.com/category/photos/

Please make sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and leave us a review!

"Hollywood, How Did You Get Here?" Is brought to you by G-Technology, a leading storage solution brand for the entertainment industry. Use code HOLLYWOOD for 10% off G-Technology drives when you shop on Filmtools.com

Special thanks to our lighting sponsor Ledgo Technologies for supporting our show! Make sure to check out Ledgo on Instagram (@ledgo_led) for more


Oct 08, 202001:15:30
8: Timelapse Cinematographer Drew Geraci ("House of Cards", "The Horn")

8: Timelapse Cinematographer Drew Geraci ("House of Cards", "The Horn")

On today's episode of Hollywood, How Did You Get Here? Tim talks with timelapse cinematographer Drew Geraci. If you've watched "House of Cards" then you likely remember the epic timelapse title sequence, a project that David Fincher hand picked Drew to take on after seeing his work. Along with talking with Drew about his time shooting for Fincher, Tim also talks with Drew about his time as a photographer/ videographer in the Navy and about his experiences so far with the new Sony A7SIII. Enjoy the episode!

Check out more of Drews work on his Instagram (@drewgiggity), on his website (https://district7.com/) and subscribe to his Youtube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_tW8ZB0cy_cqR-5P3UFapw?view_as=subscriber)!

Please make sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and leave us a review!

"Hollywood, How Did You Get Here?" Is brought to you by    G-Technology, a leading storage solution brand for the entertainment    industry. Use code HOLLYWOOD for 10% off G-Technology drives when you    shop on Filmtools.com

Special thanks to our lighting sponsor Ledgo Technologies for    supporting our show! Make sure to check out Ledgo on Instagram    (@ledgo_led) for more

Sep 24, 202056:25
7: Scott Ross (Former General Manager Industrial Light and Magic, Co-Founder of Digital Domain)

7: Scott Ross (Former General Manager Industrial Light and Magic, Co-Founder of Digital Domain)

On todays episode of Hollywood, How Did You Get Here? Tim talks with VFX legend Scott Ross. Scott has had an action packed career having lead Industrial Light and Magic (ILM) in the 1980's and then splitting off to form Digital Domain with James Cameron and Stan Winston in 1993. Under his direction Digital Domain earned 2 Academy Awards and 3 nominations for films like "Titanic", "What Dreams May Come", "I, Robot", "Apollo 13", & "True Lies." If you are interested in the behind the scenes world of VFX this is the podcast for you!

Please make sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and leave us a review!

"Hollywood, How Did You Get Here?" Is brought to you by   G-Technology, a leading storage solution brand for the entertainment   industry. Use code HOLLYWOOD for 10% off G-Technology drives when you   shop on Filmtools.com

Special thanks to our lighting sponsor Ledgo Technologies for   supporting our show! Make sure to check out Ledgo on Instagram   (@ledgo_led) for more


Sep 17, 202001:13:03
6: Steven Holleran ("Creed II", "Fire Chasers")

6: Steven Holleran ("Creed II", "Fire Chasers")

On todays episode of Hollywood, How Did You Get Here? Tim talks with cinematographer Steven Holleran. Steven has worked on shows like Netflix's "Fire Chasers" & YouTube Originals documentary "The Age of AI." He was also 2nd unit for the hit MGM film "Creed II." Enjoy the episode!

Please make sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and leave us a review and comment!

"Hollywood, How Did You Get Here?" Is brought to you by   G-Technology, a leading storage solution brand for the entertainment   industry. Use code HOLLYWOOD for 10% off G-Technology drives when you   shop on Filmtools.com

Special thanks to our lighting sponsor Ledgo Technologies for   supporting our show! Make sure to check out Ledgo on Instagram   (@ledgo_led) for more

Sep 10, 202052:03
5: Steven Poster, ASC ( "Donnie Darko", "Rocky V")

5: Steven Poster, ASC ( "Donnie Darko", "Rocky V")

On todays episode of Hollywood, How Did You Get Here? Tim talks with Steven Poster, ASC. Stevens career spans decades and includes credits like "Donnie Darko", "Rocky V", "Strange Brew" & "Someone to Watch Over Me." Steven also served as the president of the American Society of Cinematographers and as the president of the International Cinematographers Guild for 13 years. Enjoy the episode!

Please make sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and leave us a review and comment!

"Hollywood, How Did You Get Here?" Is brought to you by   G-Technology, a leading storage solution brand for the entertainment   industry. Use code HOLLYWOOD for 10% off G-Technology drives when you   shop on Filmtools.com

Special thanks to our lighting sponsor Ledgo Technologies for   supporting our show! Make sure to check out Ledgo on Instagram   (@ledgo_led) for more

Sep 03, 202001:14:01
4: James Neihouse, ASC (IMAX Cinematographer)

4: James Neihouse, ASC (IMAX Cinematographer)

On todays episode of Hollywood, How Did You Get Here? Tim talks with IMAX cinematographer James Neihouse, ASC. James has shot over 35 IMAX films including 7 in space in partnership with NASA. Some of his credits include "A Beautiful Planet", "Hubble 3D" & "Michael Jordan to the MAX." Enjoy the episode!

Please make sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and leave us a review and comment!

"Hollywood, How Did You Get Here?" Is brought to you by  G-Technology, a leading storage solution brand for the entertainment  industry. Use code HOLLYWOOD for 10% off G-Technology drives when you  shop on Filmtools.com

Special thanks to our lighting sponsor Ledgo Technologies for  supporting our show! Make sure to check out Ledgo on Instagram  (@ledgo_led) for more


Aug 27, 202001:00:39
3: Paul Andresen (“Jay Leno’s Garage”, “Naked & Afraid”)

3: Paul Andresen (“Jay Leno’s Garage”, “Naked & Afraid”)

On today's episode of "Hollywood, How Did You Get Here?" Tim sits down with reality cinematographer Paul Andersen. Paul has made quite a career shooting shows like “Storage Wars”, “Ax Men”, “1000 Ways to Die” & many other binge worthy reality TV shows. Most recently Paul was on “Naked & Afraid” right as the pandemic hit, make sure to listen for a few stories about how COVID effected that shoot. Enjoy the episode!

Please make sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and leave us a review and comment!

"Hollywood, How Did You Get Here?" Is brought to you by  G-Technology, a leading storage solution brand for the entertainment  industry. Use code HOLLYWOOD for 10% off G-Technology drives when you  shop on Filmtools.com

Special thanks to our lighting sponsor Ledgo Technologies for  supporting our show! Make sure to check out Ledgo on Instagram  (@ledgo_led) for more

Aug 20, 202054:05
2: Polly Morgan ASC, BSC (DoP "A Quiet Place II" & "Lucy in the Sky")

2: Polly Morgan ASC, BSC (DoP "A Quiet Place II" & "Lucy in the Sky")

On today's episode of "Hollywood, How Did You Get Here?" Tim sits down with the incredibly talented cinematographer Polly Morgan ASC, BSC. Hailing from the UK, Polly was named by Variety as one of the top 10 cinematographers to watch. You likely know Polly for her work on shows like "Legion" and "Strange Angel" as well as her work on the Natalie Portman film "Lucy in the Sky." Polly is also the cinematographer of the (hopefully) soon to be released John Krasinski film "A Quiet Place II." Enjoy the episode!

Please make sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and leave us a review and comment!

"Hollywood, How Did You Get Here?" Is brought to you by  G-Technology, a leading storage solution brand for the entertainment  industry. Use code HOLLYWOOD for 10% off G-Technology drives when you  shop on Filmtools.com

Special thanks to our lighting sponsor Ledgo Technologies for  supporting our show! Make sure to check out Ledgo on Instagram  (@ledgo_led) for more

Aug 13, 202038:46
1: Richard Crudo, ASC ("American Pie" DoP & 6 Time ASC President)
Aug 06, 202054:07
Introducing "Hollywood, How Did You Get Here?" w/ Tim Smith

Introducing "Hollywood, How Did You Get Here?" w/ Tim Smith

Welcome to "Hollywood, How Did You Get Here?" with Tim Smith! In the coming weeks and months we will be releasing some great interviews with the top filmmakers of today. Just in the first few weeks you can look forward to episodes with Polly Morgan ASC, BSC ("Lucy in the Sky", "A Quiet Place II"), Richard Crudo, ASC ("American Pie"), Paul Andresen ("Jay Lenos Garage", "Naked & Afraid") and so many more.

If you're an aspiring filmmaker looking for advice to make it in the industry, a seasoned vet looking for some inspiration from old friends, or you just want to hear some great behind the scenes stories, make sure to subscribe to "Hollywood, How Did You Get Here?" on Anchor, Spotify, PocketCasts, and more!

If you prefer a video podcast, and you want to see some bonus scenes cut from the audio podcast, you can also find all of these interviews on YouTube. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ6D45K-cCFlLggPW563Djg/ 

Jul 31, 202000:35