In this episode, Hal Schild shares a childhood lesson in perseverance, tales when working for THE Agency, fixing it “in post���, easier vs. better, having nothing to do, keeping the business simple, and looking at the bigger picture.
About Hal Schild
Hal Schild is an award-winning editor, producer, animator, and director with over three decades of experience in the video and post-production industry. Throughout his career, he has led the creation of over 500 video projects, spanning 48 states and three continents. Hal’s dynamic portfolio includes collaborations with iconic figures such as RuPaul, Mariah Carey, Steven Meisel, Oliver Stone, Donald Fagen, and Michael Jackson, demonstrating his versatility and creativity in high-profile productions. His work spans a wide range of formats, from animated educational videos to major televised events. A Grammy nominee and CINE Golden Eagle winner, he brings a deep understanding of visual storytelling and adult learning principles to every project. Hal remains a trusted creative force in the media industry.
He is currently the co-founder of Missing Link, a strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, Missing Link crafts human connections through intelligent, engaging, and informative content. Missing Link is based in Alexandria, VA, a women-owned, minority owned company with staff across the globe.
Previously serving as SVP of Creative Services and later as SVP/COO at Yes& Agency in Alexandria, Virginia, Hal was instrumental in managing multimillion-dollar budgets, guiding creative strategy, and producing impactful multimedia content. In these roles, he also oversaw IT infrastructure and led teams in crafting social media assets, events, and videos tailored to client branding and messaging. His leadership style combined innovation with a rigorous attention to detail, consistently meeting internal benchmarks and exceeding client expectations.
Connect with Hal
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/halschild/
Company website: https://www.missinglink.company
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