February 21, 2025 • 3 mins
In this episode of The Video Editing Guru, Dustin introduces listeners to the upcoming event where he will be appearing as a guest in the MediaMaker Spotlight podcast. MediaMaker Spotlight, a creation of Women in Film & Video (WIFV), discusses various topics essential to filmmakers featuring industry experts as guest speakers. Dustin acquaints listeners with WIFV's background that includes hosting numerous events yearly and its focus on equity in the film industry. He provides insight into MediaMaker Spotlight's development since its launch in 2021 and its regular biweekly release schedule. Furthermore, Dustin encourages listeners to subscribe to the MediaMaker Spotlight podcast which is available on major platforms and has a YouTube channel for those who prefer visual content. The episode concludes with Dustin reminding listeners not to miss the upcoming ones, including his guest appearance.
- podcast@wifv.org
- MediaMaker Spotlight Podcast - Apple Podcasts
- Spotify
- MediaMaker Spotlight | iHeart
- https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/d5b064f7-45e0-44a0-9fcd-c3125009bce2/mediamaker-spotlight
- MediaMaker Spotlight - YouTube
- Women in Film & Video DC (WIFV DC)
- MediaMaker Spotlight
- MediaMaker Spotlight – A Podcast from Women in Film & Video (WIFV)
- Podcast - Women in Film & Video DC
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Speaker 1 (00:04):
In twenty twenty five, I Dustin Elkin will be a
guest on Media Maker Spotlight, a podcast that features conversations
with industry professionals on a range of topics of interest
to screen based media makers and is a must listen
resource for filmmakers of all interests and experience levels. Through
fun and interesting interviews, you'll learn all about what goes
(00:24):
into bringing projects to life. They shine a light on
subjects such as producing, editing, film festivals, costuming, diversity and
inclusion on set, filmmaker resources, and so much more. It's
a great place to gain knowledge and inspiration while celebrating
visual storytelling. I will be speaking about video editing and
the Video Editing Guru podcast. The podcast is a service
(00:48):
of Women in Film and Video or WIFV as it's
commonly called, which is a nonprofit based in Washington, DC.
Women in Film and Video provides educational and networking opportunities
for screen based media makers, celebrates women's creative and technical
achievements in media, and advocates for parity both in front
of and behind the camera to ensure that all voices
(01:10):
can be heard. Their Media Maker Spotlight podcast is just
one of the many offerings from the organization. Each year,
WIFV produces nearly two hundred events, including educational panels, discussions, workshops, seminars,
and screenings. These events allow members to network, share knowledge,
and exchange ideas. Their programs range from technical to theoretical,
(01:33):
virtual to in person, and feature local and national industry leaders.
They also have an active list serve where members share news,
seek advice, post jobs, and more. You can learn more
on their website at ww dot wifv dot org. Mediamaker
Spotlight is an interview style podcast that comes out every
other week and features three rotating hosts, Candice Block, Tara Jabari,
(01:57):
and Sandra Abrams. Their guests have included Adam Connover, NASA,
Netflix's Bridgerton, as well as me in the long list
of professionals. The show was created, produced, and edited by
a small team of talented and dedicated volunteers from the
WIFV membership and board. You can find all of the
episodes and learn more about the team, the show, and
(02:19):
the organization on their show website mediamaker spotlight dot com.
Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes,
including the episode featuring me. If you would like to
get in touch with the podcast team, you can email
them at podcast at wifv dot org. The podcast began
in twenty twenty one and has produced nearly ninety episodes
(02:42):
to date. The hosts work hard as producers and everything
sounds great thanks to their master audio engineer Steve Lack.
In their third season, booking producer Brandon Ferry and editor
Emma Klin were added to the team to help with
the workload. Beginning in twenty twenty four, they added a
video companion available on YouTube for each episode, and welcome
(03:02):
Gary Reinhart to help produce, and Michelle Kim and Ines
Perez as video editors. Their episodes offer unique insights and advice,
so find whichever subject speaks to you give the show
a listen. It is in all the directories including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart,
Amazon YouTube, as well as the WIFV website, on buzz Sprout,
(03:25):
and on their website www. Dot mediamaker spotlight dot com.
Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes,
including the episode featuring me. If you would like to
get in touch with the podcast team, you can email
them at podcast at wifv dot org. That's all for
this episode of the Video Editing Guru with me Dustin.
(03:46):
Remember to check out the related links in today's show
notes for all the details about the exciting happenings. Until
next time, keep creating and stay magical.
In twenty twenty five, I Dustin Elkin will be a
guest on Media Maker Spotlight, a podcast that features conversations
with industry professionals on a range of topics of interest
to screen based media makers and is a must listen
resource for filmmakers of all interests and experience levels. Through
fun and interesting interviews, you'll learn all about what goes
(00:24):
into bringing projects to life. They shine a light on
subjects such as producing, editing, film festivals, costuming, diversity and
inclusion on set, filmmaker resources, and so much more. It's
a great place to gain knowledge and inspiration while celebrating
visual storytelling. I will be speaking about video editing and
the Video Editing Guru podcast. The podcast is a service
(00:48):
of Women in Film and Video or WIFV as it's
commonly called, which is a nonprofit based in Washington, DC.
Women in Film and Video provides educational and networking opportunities
for screen based media makers, celebrates women's creative and technical
achievements in media, and advocates for parity both in front
of and behind the camera to ensure that all voices
(01:10):
can be heard. Their Media Maker Spotlight podcast is just
one of the many offerings from the organization. Each year,
WIFV produces nearly two hundred events, including educational panels, discussions, workshops, seminars,
and screenings. These events allow members to network, share knowledge,
and exchange ideas. Their programs range from technical to theoretical,
(01:33):
virtual to in person, and feature local and national industry leaders.
They also have an active list serve where members share news,
seek advice, post jobs, and more. You can learn more
on their website at ww dot wifv dot org. Mediamaker
Spotlight is an interview style podcast that comes out every
other week and features three rotating hosts, Candice Block, Tara Jabari,
(01:57):
and Sandra Abrams. Their guests have included Adam Connover, NASA,
Netflix's Bridgerton, as well as me in the long list
of professionals. The show was created, produced, and edited by
a small team of talented and dedicated volunteers from the
WIFV membership and board. You can find all of the
episodes and learn more about the team, the show, and
(02:19):
the organization on their show website mediamaker spotlight dot com.
Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes,
including the episode featuring me. If you would like to
get in touch with the podcast team, you can email
them at podcast at wifv dot org. The podcast began
in twenty twenty one and has produced nearly ninety episodes
(02:42):
to date. The hosts work hard as producers and everything
sounds great thanks to their master audio engineer Steve Lack.
In their third season, booking producer Brandon Ferry and editor
Emma Klin were added to the team to help with
the workload. Beginning in twenty twenty four, they added a
video companion available on YouTube for each episode, and welcome
(03:02):
Gary Reinhart to help produce, and Michelle Kim and Ines
Perez as video editors. Their episodes offer unique insights and advice,
so find whichever subject speaks to you give the show
a listen. It is in all the directories including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart,
Amazon YouTube, as well as the WIFV website, on buzz Sprout,
(03:25):
and on their website www. Dot mediamaker spotlight dot com.
Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes,
including the episode featuring me. If you would like to
get in touch with the podcast team, you can email
them at podcast at wifv dot org. That's all for
this episode of the Video Editing Guru with me Dustin.
(03:46):
Remember to check out the related links in today's show
notes for all the details about the exciting happenings. Until
next time, keep creating and stay magical.
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