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In this special episode, we unveil the story behind the Golden Trailer Awards, and Monica Brady and Evelyn Brady-Watters’ journey from starting this industry staple to the ups and downs that have been traversed in recent years. Monica and Evy share their unique backgrounds in film and commercial production and the inception of the Golden Trailer Awards. This conversation also covers their challenges during the pandemic, standout trailers and campaigns, and advice for emerging talent. Additionally, we explore personal stories of professional growth in the film industry, the announcement of an exciting new documentary, and the importance of community and genuine dialogue.
 
Sisters, Monica Brady and Evelyn Watters are trailblazers and visionaries in the entertainment and consumer technology industries. Together, they co-founded the Golden Trailer Awards (GTA) and the VUniverse application. GTA attracts thousands of submissions worldwide, spanning 111 categories. The show is now a favored and highly attended event, coined as the “Oscars for the short attention span” by the Wall Street Journal. They are proud to have bolstered the careers of numerous trailer artists, helping catapult them to huge success after winning a Golden Trailer Award. 
 
01:19 Meet Monica and Evelyn Brady
01:35 The William the Conqueror Connection
02:45 Family History and Storytelling
06:01 Growing Up and Sibling Bond
09:44 Monica's Educational Journey
18:50 Evy's Career in Commercial Production
25:55 The Birth of the Golden Trailer Awards
37:49 Memories of the Golden Trailer Awards
38:16 Early Industry Insights and Networking
40:11 Hosting and Memorable Moments
40:51 Impact of the Pandemic
42:25 Resilience and Adaptation
44:28 Celebrating Creativity and Community
51:59 Advice for Aspiring Creatives
58:45 Favorite Campaigns and Trailers
01:08:20 Excitement for the Upcoming Show
 
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And of course, here's where you can find info on the Golden Trailer Awards: https://goldentrailer.com/
 
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Ben Brown, the VP Head of Film at Zealot, has worked with some of the most talented editors, graphic designers, producers, and music supervisors in the business. He started at Aspect Ratio as an Associate Producer, then moved on to AV Squad where he spent nearly a decade working his way up to Creative Director. A multiple Clio and Golden Trailer award winner, Ben's worked on many exciting campaigns over the years, including AIR, A QUIET PLACE, THE BIG SHORT, THE NORTHMAN, SONIC THE HEDGEHOG, SCREAM, SPOTLIGHT, TERMINATOR DARK FATE, GI JOE: SNAKE EYES, FURIOUS 7, MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: ROGUE NATION and many others.
 
01:06 Introducing Ben Brown: A Journey in Theatrical Marketing;
01:23 Personal Connections and Industry Insights;
02:42 From UVA to Hollywood: Ben's Backstory;
10:06 The Early Days in LA: From Reality TV to Talent Agencies;
22:45 Learning the Ropes at Aspect Ratio;
27:43 Evolving Career: The Transition to AV Squad;
40:28 Leading Theatrical at Zealot: A New Chapter;
43:09 Navigating Career Transitions and Embracing Challenges;
45:13 The Impact of Industry Shifts and Personal Adaptation;
48:57 Creative Processes and the Art of Making Trailers;
01:03:16 The Evolution of the Industry and Future Outlook
 
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Scott Edwards is the EVP of Fox Creative Advertising where he oversees the “formula-free process” of creating the campaigns from first-look trailers, launch promos, current-show episodics, key art one sheets or billboards, custom social content, and anything else on the horizon to help ignite hits such as 9-1-1 LONESTAR, ACCUSED, BOB’S BURGERS, THE CLEANING LADY, CRIME SCENE KITCHEN, FAMILY GUY, KRAPOPOLIS, LEGO MASTERS, THE GREAT NORTH, THE SIMPSONS, THE MASKED SINGER, SPECIAL FORCES, and an array of Gordon Ramsay shows. And prior to Scott’s incredible run at Fox, let’s just say he probably owes you fifteen bucks for, as he would confess, “convincing you to see a movie that didn’t really deliver. It happens. That’s the gig.”
 
01:57 Introducing Scott Edwards: A Creative Force in Entertainment Advertising;
09:22 The Art of Building Elite Teams and Navigating Industry Changes;
43:51 Elevating Campaigns with Strategic Creativity and Music;
45:16 Crafting Iconic Campaigns: A Deep Dive into Creative Processes;
48:47 Navigating Creative Choices in Entertainment Marketing;
50:22 The Art of Marketing and the Influence of Music;
51:22 Evolving Strategies in Entertainment Marketing;
53:55 The Impact of Teaching on Professional Perspective;
58:27 The Power of Authentic Storytelling in Marketing;
58:58 Learning from the Next Generation: Teaching Insights;
01:14:06 The Future of Entertainment Marketing in the Age of AI;
01:20:20 Personal Reflections and the Importance of Connection
 
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And here's Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-edwards-a815466/ 

In this edition, we have a rock star in the making, Matthew Zuckerman, trailer editor at X/AV, who's already finished some of the coolest pieces over the last few years including Furiosa, House of the Dragon Black and Green trailers, Sexy Beast, Memory and so much more The conversation dives into his approach to editorial; his journey from studying at Columbia College Chicago to getting a shot at X/AV, detailing his evolution from intern to full editor; and his work on all those great projects, highlighting the varied techniques required for different genres. Matthew also elaborates on the impact of AI in trailer editing, his favorite trailers and their influence on his work, advice for aspiring editors, and the future trajectory of the trailer industry.
 
04:08 Diving Into the World of Trailer Editing with Matthew Zuckerman; 
08:05 From Chicago to LA: Matthew's Journey into Editing; 
23:13 Developing a Unique Editing Style: Learning and Growing at X/AV; 
32:30 Navigating the Shift to Remote Work During the Pandemic; 
35:06 Deep Dive into Crafting Movie Trailers; 
45:50 Navigating Challenges and Changes in the Industry; 
48:20 The Future of Trailers and AI's Role; 
52:52 Personal Favorites and Influences in Trailer Editing; 
59:33 Advice for Aspiring Trailer Editors; 
01:04:22 Reflecting on the Podcast's Journey and Impact; 
01:08:10 Closing Thoughts and How to Connect
 
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We've got the team that brought you the CALL OF DUTY, ASSASSINS CREED and BATMAN ARKHAM TRILOGY campaigns and so much more! That's David Wilson, Executive Producer / Co-Head of Immersive Media at Aspect (Los Angeles); Ryan Vickers, Co-Head of Games at Aspect; and Ashley Vong, Games Producer at Aspect and Women in Games Ambassador.
 
It's been so cool to track with folks like Ryan Vickers and David Wilson from when they were working their way up at that legendary, groundbreaking team at Ant Farm, and then as they took the leap to launch the games division at Aspect LA. Ashley Vong made her way on the theatrical side initially at Big Pic and then over at Aspect, and really hit her stride with David and Ryan (aka "my people") doing all that great work in games.
 
This is an in-depth conversation on each of their stories, all they've overcome, what they love working on, their perspective on the work and the industry as a whole.
 
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Trailers, Indie Film and AI... plus Special Shoots with FX, MAX and more!
 
This conversation, we did a deep dive with the Chief Creative Officer of Mocean, Greg Harrison. You'll hear us delight in the art of mixing the perfect Sazerac; what it's like to be onset with the likes of Ben Stiller, Larry David, John Oliver, Samantha Bee, John Travolta and how Greg got some good acting out of LeBron James; the long road to making his first indie film, Groove, and then his second film, November; moving from trailer editing into special shoots with top notch creative teams; yeah, we get into AI and where it's gonna land in terms of tools people can use for the creative process; how Mocean is paving new ground in the modern brand space; and we take a moment to wonder whether Picasso's early showings of Guernica tested well. Plus, if you stay to the end, you get to hear about a 1 star listener review... FUN!
 
01:32 Introducing Greg Harrison: A Creative Force in Entertainment Marketing; 
02:05 The Art of Crafting the Perfect Drink; 
03:14 Behind the Scenes: The God of War Campaign; 
05:57 From Indie Films to Entertainment Marketing: Greg's Journey; 
07:26 The Craig Murray x Michigan State Connection; 
18:16 Making It in the Movies: The Journey of an Independent Filmmaker; 
38:30 Returning to Entertainment Marketing with a Filmmaker's Perspective; 
43:43 Advice for Aspiring Creatives: Talent, Perseverance, and Luck; 
52:55 Exploring the Creative Process with Industry Giants; 
01:01:53 The Impact of AI on Creativity and Industry Evolution; 
01:22:04 Finding Your Creative Path and Embracing the Mess
 
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Defacto Sound - www.defactosound.com/
Carrma - www.carrma.com/
 
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