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Television Talent Shows are ubiquitous. The truly universal appeal of these shows and the eclectic display of abilities has made them the most successful productions in the modern era. They offer the perfect balance of Reality TV and finely honed skills; although sometimes the lack of contestants’ skill is as intriguing. Ask anyone on this inside of creating these shows and they’ll confirm that it takes immense talent behind-the-scenes to craft the performances and stories of the performers into captivating moments. If you inquire further, you’re likely to hear the name Daniel R James who has served as editor on many of the most popular programs in the genre. Daniel is as skillful a storyteller as they come and is a favorite among producers and directors in the industry for his style. Effortless and intuitive is how it seems when watching his work, a concept that he will quickly dismiss when describing the care and detail he puts into his approach. The X Factor: Celebrity and Britain...

Whether you work in television, music, or any other creative industry, becoming a hit is only part of the struggle. It takes an immense amount of talent and hard work to get noticed; it takes even more to stay there. While the faces on television hits like American Idol and American’s Got Talent are essential, they are only the most obvious part of their success. The massive community of artists and professionals behind the scenes are the iceberg factor that comprises the eighty percent of work and talent that you don’t see. Editor Angus Emmerson has contributed his time and skill to both of these TV institutions. It’s often his work which is the first thing viewers see. Working closely with Simon Cowell and the producers of these programs, Emmerson is a vital part of why audiences are so excited when these shows come on the air. One of the surest indicators that you have reached the level of status that permeates all of society is when you are referred to with only one name...

Ranran Meng accepts nothing less than perfection in her role as a compositor for your favorite film and television productions. She is known in her industry for her talent and efficiency, working quickly and perfectly, ensuring she delivers true works of art in every shot of every project she takes on. It is such an approach that allows her to be such an in-demand compositor in the industry. Meng has enjoyed working on countless acclaimed projects throughout her esteemed career. These include acclaimed films like Set It Up and Fahrenheit 451 as well as award-winning series such as The Deuce, Escape at Dannemora , and others. Every day getting to do what she loves is a good one for Meng, and she brings that passion to each and every project. Always looking for ways to better herself, Meng likes to experiment with different methods of visual effects and compositing. Last year, she was given such an opportunity when she worked on the new Harry Potter video game, The Fantas...

The Four - 4 Jan 2018  Grivas Kopti is very happy about his most recent work on FOX television’s The Four . Almost immediately following season one, the network renewed this talent competition series for a second season AND extended the episodes per season. It’s proof that the show’s popularity in terms of TV ratings ( The Four was Fox’s top in-season unscripted series premiere since “Cosmos” kicked off almost four years ago) and online presence (trending #1 on Twitter every week it aired) cemented its premier status for FOX. The success of the show in America has resulted in it being picked up in Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Greece, Israel, Kazakhstan, Lithuania, Peru, Romania, Russia, Serbia, and Spain. The Four is not the first show of its kind but, as associate producer Grivas Kopti notes, it’s the show’s personal style and brand that makes it so captivating. Kopti brings years of work in scripted and unscripted television ( Naked Attraction, Unbelievable, Stripped and Stra...

Yuan Liang is an editor who has the respect of her peers in the film and television production community. She’s worked on CBS American TV institution and twice Daytime Emmy awarded Entertainment Tonight as well as China Central Television (CCTV) Animation, and Hubei TV Station in China. Yuan has been a part of the talent exchange between the two countries, working closely with director Renny Harlin ( The Resident, Deep Blue Sea, Cliffhanger, Die Hard 2 ) on last year’s 3D feature film Gu Jian Qi Tan Liu Yue Zhao Ming aka Legend of the Ancient Sword II . From big budget features to indie films and television, Yuan has the type of resume that provides great insight. This makes it all the more surprising when she reveals that the most unique editing job for her was on Hunan Television’s weekly shopping program titled “Yue Tao Yue Kai Xin.” Hunan Television is one of the largest and most famous broadcasting and cable television corporations in China, and Yue Tao Yue Kai Xin was a staple ...