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• The Offset Podcast EP033: Is A Career In Post Production Still Worth It?

  It’s no secret that the post production (and production) industry is in a bit of tumultuous period resulting in a lot of people wondering if they should stay in the industry and for young people who are drawn to postproduction, if they’re making the right move trying to pursue editing, color, mixing etc.In this episode, we’ll explore these issues and more.  While we don’t have the fixes for the macro issues at play in our industry, we discus many ways to battle the current downturn in post including:The current challenges in post production are multi-faceted and no single way to solve themPost production requires a massive amount of effort other industries can be more appealing (and more lucrative)Jobs at post facilities are few and far between but its hard to recommend to young folks starting out to just start their own business or go freelance - there are significant challenges in doing soMedium and small size post production companies can be doing a better job with training, mentorship and recruitment.Better understanding were postproduction work has gone - social content, corporate communications etcDeveloping adjacent stills are absolute necessity for the modern post worker - programing, AI , IT workflowsUnderstanding not all work is art, but all work is commerceThe product of ‘production companies’ has changed drastically and leverages more than just traditional post skillsContent creation really only works with a purpose and a goalMoving from an operator role to other roles in the industry - even ones you might think of like software creation/managementSkills learned in post are highly desirable and portable in a wide swath of industriesIf you liked this show, checkout our library of past episodes and please like and subscribe to the show where ever you find it!

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• The Offset Podcast EP032: When Is A Grade Done?

  In this episode we’re exploring a audience member submitted question about how to know when a grade is done and ready to present to a client.  It’s a more nuanced and complex question than you’d think! Specific topics discussed in this episode include:Color is very subjective thing - how to balance your ‘done’ vs a client’s doneThe importance of pre-grade goalsHow initial project evaluation is a vital part of the grading processGetting to know a client’s preferences, aesthetic, and things they focus onThe immense value of working in passesFocusing first on ‘tone’, white/black point, and overall shot to shot contrastMoving to large feature matchingDetailed work  - beauty, clothing, small features shot to shotShowing the client for the first time - balancing confidence and accepting constructive criticism  Putting the project back in front of client again after addressing notes and gauging successEvaluating ‘translatability’ on consumer devicesPreparing for big changes, disasters etc with project backups, duplicated timelines, and versionsBalancing perfectionism with staying on schedule and deliveringThe long term value of being committed to your workIf you liked this episode be sure to check out our growing library of shows. Also be sure to like and subscribe to The Offset Podcast where ever you find it!

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• The Offset Podcast EP031: Discussing Monitors Part 2

  In this episode, we’re continuing our discussion with monitoring experts Bram Desmet from Flanders Scientific, Nate McFarlin from Dolby, and David Abrams from Avical/Portrait DisplaysSome of the specific topics we cover in this episode include:How are panels actually made? And why does it cost billions?The role of material science in panel manufacturing Understanding the split between panel manufacturers and consumer brands of the same nameThe importance of viewing environment in regards to display performanceUnderstanding preference vs accuracyThe shift to consumer-sized panels as reference monitors and the ongoing challenges of using multiple monitorsBuilding meter matrices with the four color method, and are there better approaches, like the Bodner method or the volumetric approaches used by some calibration softwareRevisiting using consumer displays in a professional setting & why consumer TV companies have little incentive to integrate reference capabilitiesContinuing challenges of Rec.2020Calibrating computer monitors, iPads, and mobile devicesIf you like this episode, please be sure to subscribe to the podcast give the show a like wherever you're watching/listening! 

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• The Offset Podcast EP030: Discussing Monitors Part 1

  For our 30th episode we're discussing that topic we always seem to revisit - monitoring!  While we have some opinions on the state of reference and consumer monitors in 2025 we thought it'd be fun to celebrate our 30th episode with some good friends who also happen to be experts in their part of the monitoring ecosystem.  In Part 1 of a two-part series, we're joined by Flander Scientific CEO Bram Desmet, Nate McFarlin from Dolby, and David Abrams from Portrait Displays/Avical.We'll discuss their areas of expertise with each of them a little bit - monitor manufacturing, display testing and validation, and calibration.  Specific topics explored in this episode include:Staying on top of monitoring technologiesChoosing display technologies for a monitor product lineDetermining what features make it into monitor softwareAddressing different needs of different users e.g. DITs vs ColoristsHow staying at the forefront of color science helps deliver the most accurate monitors possibleThe role that an R&D company like Dolby plays in the monitor ecosystemHow monitor usability is just as important as performanceThe complexity of monitor display technologies and how they can complicate monitor evaluationSometimes monitor evaluation brings with it things manufacturers don’t want to hearConsumer monitors can be considerably harder to evaluate than professional monitorsWhat does Dolby Certification really mean for consumer TVsWhen will we hit a point where HDR is standard & SDR is looked at in a similar way to HD or 4:3 Professional vs Consumer displays when it comes to calibration accuracy out of the boxCalibration is not a replacement for understanding & proper setup/use of a monitorExploring how calibration has become both easier and harderHow accurate is accurate enough and is the cost of reference calibration gear worth itNoticeable differences & degrees of accuracy with calibrationDrift and the frequency of recalibration In part 2 we explore some monitoring topics provided by our listeners and ones that Joey and Robbie have been eager to discuss.

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• The Offset Podcast EP029: ARM In Post Production Part 2

  In this episode, we continue our discussion about ARM-based computing and its impact on postproduction. If you missed part 1 in this series, be sure to check that out, as we cover a lot of helpful background information. In this show, some of the specifics discussed include:How ARM will factor into our next workstation purchasesDo we think Apple will deliver on a ‘beast mode’ Mac ProWill Apple Silicon ever support discreet GPUsHow ARM Linux systems are very appealing from a hardware point of view but have software challengesIs widespread adoption of ARM an inflection point for cloud-based workstations for the massesA side effect of cloud-based workstations might be faster feature/bug fix deploymentWhy the future of workstations is really excitingBe sure to check out our library of episodes, and if you liked the show, be sure to like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you find it.

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