Chris Cavanagh's guest appearances

Chris Cavanagh

Optimize Yourself

The Wilko Show

Hollywood Editing Mentor

Eddie Hamilton

Misha Tenenbaum

Troy Takaki

Michelle Tesoro

Ramit Sethi

Ben Greenfield

Gretchen Rubin

Darin Olien

James Clear

Jayson Calton

Mark Sisson

Shawn Stevenson

Mike Michalowicz

Liston Witherill

Shane Hurlbut

OwlTail

One of the things about working in the post production industry is that a huge opportunity can suddenly come knocking without any notice. It certainly has happened to me. On episode 21 of the Hollywood Editing Mentor podcast, editor/assistant editor Chris Cavanagh joins me to talk about the importance of putting in the work to prepare ourselves for big opportunities, which he recently got when he was asked if he was ready to co-edit an episode of the hit Netflix show, Narcos: Mexico. We’ll hear all about his experience and some cool stories from the past 5 years because that’s how long I’ve known Chris. It was five years ago that Chris and I landed in Los Angeles and started our journey to transition from unscripted to scripted television. We met at a networking event not long after we both arrived in LA from New York City and instantly connected and became friends. We supported each other during this transitional period, eventually broke into scripted television editorial in Hollywood, and now we actually got a chance to work together on Narcos: Mexico. Chris was my assistant editor on season 3 and we ended up co-editing an episode. So now that he's getting his first scripted co-editing credit, Chris is also going to share his strategy for making his way to the editing chair full time.Chris and I will also be discussing ideas that can help you get out of your comfort zone in order to achieve your goals, how you can take ownership of your career and develop a vision for your future, ways to build trust with colleagues, the importance of putting yourself out there and communicating your interests, how we can find emotional support by being part of a community, why it’s important to give a job 100% effort even if you know it’s not suited for you, saying ‘no’ to work that is not going to lead us down the right career path, and much more practical advice and stories from two people that made a career change to pursue their dreams.Other topics discussed in this episode include:How Chris learned Spanish to prepare for working on season 3 of Narcos: MexicoCreating a financial plan to make a career change when you have a family and move to a new cityHow Chris got his first big break in scripted television as an assistant editor on the hit Netflix series, Cobra KaiCharacter-building moments at a Spartan RaceGetting hired on a scripted television series even though you don’t have the right experienceNot being an expert at a job, but being able to find solutions to problemsMaking mistakes at work doesn’t define who you areDoing everything possible to not make the same mistake twiceLearning new skills by simply talking to people and asking questionsHow episode 2 with Auggie Rexach influenced ChrisFinding support through mentorshipChris’ experience working on season 3 of Narcos: MexicoIncorporating yourself into a new post production teamNegotiating a co-editing credit as an assistant editorCLICK HERE to join the HollyJoin the Hollywood Editing Mentor community!&gt;&gt;&gt; SUBSCRIBE and leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts! &gt;&gt;&gt;Original Music: "Apollo's Haze" and "Do You Want" by JesusdapnkFacebook: www.fb.com/jesusdapnkSoundcloud: www.soundcloud.com/jesusdapnkInstagram: @jesusdapnk

One of the things about working in the post production industry is that a huge opportunity can suddenly come knocking without any notice. It certainly has happened to me. On episode 21 of the Hollywood Editing Mentor podcast, editor/assistant editor Chris Cavanagh joins me to talk about the importance of putting in the work to prepare ourselves for big opportunities, which he recently got when he was asked if he was ready to co-edit an episode of the hit Netflix show, Narcos: Mexico. We’ll hear all about his experience and some cool stories from the past 5 years because that’s how long I’ve known Chris. It was five years ago that Chris and I landed in Los Angeles and started our journey to transition from unscripted to scripted television. We met at a networking event not long after we both arrived in LA from New York City and instantly connected and became friends. We supported each other during this transitional period, eventually broke into scripted television editorial in Hollywood, and now we actually got a chance to work together on Narcos: Mexico. Chris was my assistant editor on season 3 and we ended up co-editing an episode. So now that he's getting his first scripted co-editing credit, Chris is also going to share his strategy for making his way to the editing chair full time.Chris and I will also be discussing ideas that can help you get out of your comfort zone in order to achieve your goals, how you can take ownership of your career and develop a vision for your future, ways to build trust with colleagues, the importance of putting yourself out there and communicating your interests, how we can find emotional support by being part of a community, why it’s important to give a job 100% effort even if you know it’s not suited for you, saying ‘no’ to work that is not going to lead us down the right career path, and much more practical advice and stories from two people that made a career change to pursue their dreams.Other topics discussed in this episode include:<ul><li>How Chris learned Spanish to prepare for working on season 3 of Narcos: Mexico</li><li>Creating a financial plan to make a career change when you have a family and move to a new city</li><li>How Chris got his first big break in scripted television as an assistant editor on the hit Netflix series, Cobra Kai</li><li>Character-building moments at a Spartan Race</li><li>Getting hired on a scripted television series even though you don’t have the right experience</li><li>Not being an expert at a job, but being able to find solutions to problems</li><li>Making mistakes at work doesn’t define who you are</li><li>Doing everything possible to not make the same mistake twice</li><li>Learning new skills by simply talking to people and asking questions</li><li>How <a href="http://hollywoodeditingmentor.com/ep-03-the-importance-of-shifting-our-mindset-and-keeping-our-ego-in-check/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">episode 2 with Auggie Rexach</a> influenced Chris</li><li>Finding support through mentorship</li><li>Chris’ experience working on season 3 of Narcos: Mexico</li><li>Incorporating yourself into a new post production team</li><li>Negotiating a co-editing credit as an assistant editor</li></ul><a href="https://hollywoodeditingmentor.com/community/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CLICK HERE to join the Holly</a><a href="https://hollywoodeditingmentor.com/community/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join the Hollywood Editing Mentor community!&gt;&gt;&gt;</a> <a href="http://hollywoodeditingmentor.com/review" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SUBSCRIBE and leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts! &gt;&gt;&gt; </a> Original Music: "Apollo's Haze" and "Do You Want" by Jesusdapnk Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/jesusdapnk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.fb.com/jesusdapnk</a> Soundcloud: <a href="https://soundcloud.com/jesusdapnk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.soundcloud.com/jesusdapnk</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jesusdapnk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@jesusdapnk</a>

Ep. 21 - Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone and Being Prepared for Big Opportunities with editor/assistant editor Chris Cavanagh

Today’s episode is part 1 of two-part case study (click here for part 2) that dives deep into the question that plagues so many trying to land their dream job in scripted entertainment:To assist, or not to assist: That is the question!In part 1 of this case study I chat with Chris Cavanagh, a television and film editor who specializes in long-form unscripted storytelling. He’s worked on numerous shows in the docuseries, true crime, and reality spaces, and two years ago he moved from New York City to Los Angeles to make the terrifying transition from unscripted to scripted.Despite having an extensive resume of popular shows for top networks, Chris found it incredibly difficult to make the transition from unscripted to scripted because most in Hollywood unfairly believe that “People who do unscripted work can’t do scripted.” After working with Chris for 12 weeks in my  one-on-one career coaching &amp; mentorship program, Chris has officially made the transition into scripted television. He even landed the gig as my assistant editor on Cobra Kai, and he’s now moving onto one of the editorial teams for Star Trek: Discovery.There is no set path we can follow to success in our industry, but it is possible to design your own unique path if you know the right questions to ask and the right steps to follow. My purpose for sharing this case study with you is to demonstrate how Chris designed his own path so you can then apply what you learn to your own journey.If after listening to this interview you do want to learn more and apply to work with me for the next several months and beyond, enrollment is currently open in my career coaching &amp; mentorship program, but time slots are extremely limited.Applications will only be accepted through Friday May 10th.Want to work with me one-one-one to land your dream job?» Click here to apply for Optimize Yourself EliteHere's What You'll Learn:How Chris and Zack came to work with each otherApproaching networking in a way that isn't arrogant or anxiety-inducingWays in which creativity is birthed from necessityOvercoming the "non-scripted editors don't understand scripted work" mindestRespecting yourself and accepting career set-backs in order to find a better ladder to climbMaking a commitment to a goal is the difference succeeding and failingHow to pitch yourself confidently and avoid language that makes you sound unprofessionalUseful Resources Mentioned:Click here to apply for Optimize Yourself Elite Ep12: The Right Way to Network In Hollywood | with Chris Visser Ep48: Feeling Lost? It’s Time to ‘Find Your Why’ | with David Mead Ep71: To Assist or Not to Assist...That Is the Question (pt 2) | with Wellington Harrison"Give &amp; Take" by Adam GrantChrisCavanagh.netOur Generous Sponsors:This episode is made possible for you by Ergodriven, the makers of the Topo Mat, my #1 recommendation for anyone who stands at their workstation. The Topo is super comfortable, an awesome conversation starter, and it’s also scientifically proven to help you move more throughout the day which helps reduce discomfort and also increase your focus and productivity. Click here to learn more and get your Topo Mat.Guest Bio:Facebook|LinkedInChris Cavanagh is a television and film editor/ assistant editor with a passion for long-form story-telling. His job is to help bring stories to life on screen. It’s not just what-he-does-for-work. He creates human emotion for a living. As an editor it is his responsibility to engage the viewer in every moment from start to finish.He recently transitioned to scripted TV as an assistant editor for Season 2 of the hit show Cobra Kai to pursue his passion for editing scripted content.He is excellent at collaborating and more importantly establishing trust, because working with people is one of the most satisfying facets of his career.He specializes in drama because he loves exploring human motivation at its core and throughout every complex layer. Story shows us why people do something, or do not. And getting the story right is all about nailing the emotion.When he is not editing, he is playing with his two kids, or he is cooking dinner with his wife, or he is attempting to complete one of the 7,942 daily tasks required to exist as both a professional and a parent in 21st century Los Angeles.Show Credits:This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared and published by Elyse Rintelman. The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).Note: I believe in 100% transparency, so please note that I receive a small commission if you purchase products from some of the links on this page (at no additional cost to you). Your support is what helps keep this program alive. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

Today’s episode is part 1 of two-part case study (<a href="https://oystage.wpengine.com/episode71" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here for part 2</a>) that dives deep into the question that plagues so many trying to land their dream job in scripted entertainment:To assist, or not to assist: That is the question!In part 1 of this case study I chat with <a href="https://www.chriscavanagh.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Chris Cavanagh</a>, a television and film editor who specializes in long-form unscripted storytelling. He’s worked on numerous shows in the docuseries, true crime, and reality spaces, and two years ago he moved from New York City to Los Angeles to make the terrifying transition from unscripted to scripted.Despite having an extensive resume of popular shows for top networks, Chris found it incredibly difficult to make the transition from unscripted to scripted because most in Hollywood unfairly believe that “People who do unscripted work can’t do scripted.” After working with Chris for 12 weeks in my <a href="https://oystage.wpengine.com/elite" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> one-on-one career coaching &amp; mentorship program</a>, Chris has officially made the transition into scripted television. He even landed the gig as my assistant editor on Cobra Kai, and he’s now moving onto one of the editorial teams for Star Trek: Discovery.There is no set path we can follow to success in our industry, but it is possible to design your own unique path if you know the right questions to ask and the right steps to follow. My purpose for sharing this case study with you is to demonstrate how Chris designed his own path so you can then apply what you learn to your own journey.If after listening to this interview you do want to learn more and apply to work with me for the next several months and beyond, enrollment is currently open in my career coaching &amp; mentorship program, but time slots are extremely limited.Applications will only be accepted through Friday May 10th.<h3>Want to work with me one-one-one to land your dream job?</h3><a href="https://oystage.wpengine.com/elite" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">» Click here to apply for Optimize Yourself Elite</a><h3>Here's What You'll Learn:</h3><ul><li>How Chris and Zack came to work with each other</li><li>Approaching networking in a way that isn't arrogant or anxiety-inducing</li><li>Ways in which creativity is birthed from necessity</li><li>Overcoming the "non-scripted editors don't understand scripted work" mindest</li><li>Respecting yourself and accepting career set-backs in order to find a better ladder to climb</li><li>Making a commitment to a goal is the difference succeeding and failing</li><li>How to pitch yourself confidently and avoid language that makes you sound unprofessional</li></ul><h3>Useful Resources Mentioned:</h3><a href="https://oystage.wpengine.com/elite" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to apply for Optimize Yourself Elite</a><a href="https://oystage.wpengine.com/networking-in-hollywood/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Ep12: The Right Way to Network In Hollywood | with Chris Visser</a><a href="https://oystage.wpengine.com/find-your-why-podcast-interview/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Ep48: Feeling Lost? It’s Time to ‘Find Your Why’ | with David Mead</a><a href="https://oystage.wpengine.com/wellington-harrison-assistant-editor-podcast-interview-pt2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Ep71: To Assist or Not to Assist...That Is the Question (pt 2) | with Wellington Harrison</a><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Give-Take-Helping-Others-Success/dp/0670026557/ref=sr_1_2?gclid=Cj0KCQjwh6XmBRDRARIsAKNInDEp-kWeUhot0yTLF9_1fbAf63kvBfxeM45dQxle3OJDLEFP_G_-bkcaArzkEALw_wcB&amp;hvadid=241981612294&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvlocphy=9006810&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvpos=1t1&amp;hvqmt=e&amp;hvrand=16326314456150529814&amp;hvtargid=kwd-377543240791&amp;hydadcr=22565_10355050&amp;keywords=give+%26+take+by+adam+grant&amp;qid=1556769766&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"Give &amp; Take" by Adam Grant</a><a href="https://www.chriscavanagh.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ChrisCavanagh.net</a><h3>Our Generous Sponsors:</h3>This episode is made possible for you by Ergodriven, the makers of the <a href="https://oystage.wpengine.com/topo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Topo Mat</a>, my #1 recommendation for anyone who stands at their workstation. The Topo is super comfortable, an awesome conversation starter, and it’s also scientifically proven to help you move more throughout the day which helps reduce discomfort and also increase your focus and productivity. <a href="https://oystage.wpengine.com/topo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to learn more and get your Topo Mat</a>.<h3>Guest Bio:</h3> <h3><a href="https://www.facebook.com/chris.cavanagh.1485" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>|<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris%EF%BB%BF%EF%BB%BF-cavanagh%EF%BB%BF%EF%BB%BF-728373b/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></h3>Chris Cavanagh is a television and film editor/ assistant editor with a passion for long-form story-telling. His job is to help bring stories to life on screen. It’s not just what-he-does-for-work. He creates human emotion for a living. As an editor it is his responsibility to engage the viewer in every moment from start to finish.He recently transitioned to scripted TV as an assistant editor for Season 2 of the hit show Cobra Kai to pursue his passion for editing scripted content.He is excellent at collaborating and more importantly establishing trust, because working with people is one of the most satisfying facets of his career.He specializes in drama because he loves exploring human motivation at its core and throughout every complex layer. Story shows us why people do something, or do not. And getting the story right is all about nailing the emotion.When he is not editing, he is playing with his two kids, or he is cooking dinner with his wife, or he is attempting to complete one of the 7,942 daily tasks required to exist as both a professional and a parent in 21st century Los Angeles.<h3>Show Credits:</h3>This episode was edited by <a href="https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4660321/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Curtis Fritsch</a>, and the show notes were prepared and published by <a href="https://elyserintelman.myportfolio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Elyse Rintelman</a>. The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of <a href="https://www.joecomposer.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Joe Trapanese</a> (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet). <a href="https://facebook.com/optimizeyourslf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Note: I believe in 100% transparency, so please note that I receive a small commission if you purchase products from some of the links on this page (at no additional cost to you). Your support is what helps keep this program alive. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to <a href="https://oystage.wpengine.com/contact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">contact me</a>.

Ep70: To Assist or Not to Assist...That Is the Question (pt 1) | with Chris Cavanagh

Chris and I have been buddies a long time.He starred on the hit cooking show, My Kitchen Rules (MKR) in 2014, just missing out on a spot in the final.Since then, Chris spent 13942 years at uni (it seriously seemed that long) but now co-owns and runs one of Melbourne's most well-known cafes. Want to get in touch?dan@thewilkoshow.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewilkoshow/Twitter: https://twitter.com/thewilkoshowFacebook: www.facebook.com/thewilkoshow/

Chris and I have been buddies a long time. He starred on the hit cooking show, My Kitchen Rules (MKR) in 2014, just missing out on a spot in the final. Since then, Chris spent 13942 years at uni (it seriously seemed that long) but now co-owns and runs one of Melbourne's most well-known cafes. Want to get in touch? dan@thewilkoshow.com Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thewilkoshow/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/thewilkoshow/</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/thewilkoshow" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/thewilkoshow</a> Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/thewilkoshow/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/thewilkoshow/</a>

EP1: Chris Cavanagh