Ep 7 - Promos, Pressure, and 3 A.M. Mixes | Karen Cirillo's Promo Journey

In this episode of the Epic Score Podcast, host Gabe Shadid sits down with Karen Cirillo, a senior creative director/editor whose career path proves there's no such thing as a straight line in Hollywood. Karen's journey began as a receptionist at CBS before moving through the world of television promotion with relentless deadlines and sink-or-swim expectations. Along the way, she faced roadblocks, self-doubt, and moments where taking a risk was necessary to move forward.  But taking those leaps led to a two-decade career at NBC where she ultimately became a senior creative director of promo. 🎬 This conversation digs into: Starting at the bottom and learning on the job The reality of promo, post, and "day-of" deadlines Taking risks before you feel ready Why careers never stop evolving It's an honest, behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to build a creative career—not through glamour, but through persistence, adaptability, and a willingness to step outside your comfort zone. 🎧 Subscribe to The Epic Score Podcast for in-depth conversations with the creators and executives shaping the sound of modern cinema. Subscribe to Epic Score's newsletter for events and more: https://go.epicscore.com/ To reach out to us directly email: [email protected]