Join an illuminating conversation with some of the leading indie post-production experts in Vancouver and hear their take on when to get a post team involved. Below are the details:
Panel Topic:
How to not fix it in post – When to work with a post team to set yourself up for success
Panel Features:
• Sharon Tseng – Sound Designer at Elemental
Born in Los Angeles and raised in Taiwan, Sharon Tseng is a multilingual sound designer based in Vancouver. Graduating from National Taiwan University with a bachelor’s degree in Foreign Languages and Literature, Sharon moved to Vancouver in 2019 to pursue her passion for filmmaking. She attended the Post Film Audio Production program at Nimbus School of Recording & Media, where she began building her filmmaking career—starting as a composer, then as a sound designer and re-recording mixer. She is currently working as a full-time sound designer at Elemental Post.
• David Tomiak – Colourist at Elemental
With over a decade of experience in the Vancouver film industry, David Tomiak specializes in color grading for feature films, documentaries, and commercials. As one of the founders of Elemental Post, established in 2020, he co-created one of Vancouver’s only dedicated Color and Sound Post Facilities, providing top-tier services to enhance the visual storytelling of his clients.
• Sam Trounce – Post-Production Supervisor
Sam is a seasoned writer and producer with over 18 years of experience in the entertainment industry. As a Post Production executive at BRON Studios, he played a pivotal role in delivering an impressive slate of feature films, including CAPONE, MONSTER, PIECES OF A WOMAN and THE WILLOUGHBYS for Netflix, as well as television series such as Amazon and AMC’s TEN PERCENT.
• Richard McSweeney – Digital Imaging Technician
Richard has dedicated over 20 years to the vibrant Vancouver film industry, building a dynamic and versatile career across commercials, television shows, and feature films. Starting as a film loader, Richard quickly honed the precision, discipline, and technical expertise required in the camera department. Progressing to a second camera assistant, Richard developed a deep understanding of on-set workflows, camera systems, and collaboration within high-pressure environments.
• Kane Stewart – Editor and the Moderator
Kane is an editor based in Vancouver. His work has screened at Festivals such as TIFF, SXSW, Locarno, Beijing, Clermont Ferrand and Just For Laughs, among others.
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