Let's Fix Post

Todd Marchant, founder of Be Whole Do Good, shares how his MBA training shaped the way he builds a video-anchored business without coming from a video production background. In this episode of Let’s Fix Post, we talk about launching before everything feels perfect, using prototypes and reference videos to clarify creative direction, defining “white lines” that guide innovation, and knowing when to stay scrappy versus when to invest in a professional post-production partner. If you’re an entrepreneur, marketer, or creative leader trying to create video content that actually supports your business, Todd’s launch-and-learn mindset offers a practical path forward.

In this episode of Let’s Fix Post, Matt Dringenberg of Integra Films shares the painful lessons from a hiring misfire that strained a 10-year client relationship, exposed the gap between flashy gear and real skill, and forced him to rethink how solopreneurs should grow. We talk about hiring red flags, creative vetting, why technical ability alone is not enough, and how to know whether you need an employee, a contractor, or a true post-production partner.Matt Dringenbergwww.integrafilms.ca

In this episode of Let’s Fix Post, one of our own editors Raquel Robles breaks down the hidden challenges of video editing, from navigating unclear feedback and creative direction to finding the story within raw footage and making confident decisions under pressure. We dig into editing workflows, handling revisions without frustration, improving efficiency without sacrificing quality, and the mindset shift that separates good editors from great ones. This is a must-watch for video editors, producers, and creative teams looking to level up their post-production process.Raquel Robles - Archaius Creativehttps://archaiuscreative.com/https://boardgamegeek.com/user/whimsicallyblah

Eric Hardy breaks down how production companies structure post-production teams, why strong systems and onboarding are critical when working with freelancers, and how to think about flexibility vs control. If you're leading creative projects, this episode will help you navigate post decisions based on time, budget, clarity, and what success actually looks like for you.Erik HartyLONG/DIVISION Executive Producerwww.longdivision.film

Andrew Cardy shares the moment he realized how outsourcing post unlocked more profit, better storytelling, and stronger collaboration. We dive into how he decides between editing himself, hiring in-house, or working with freelancers or post houses, and why budget and timeline are often the biggest variables. If editing feels like molasses in your workflow, this conversation will help you decide when it’s time to let go and why it’s not as scary as it seems.Andrew Cardyhttps://andrewcardy.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/amcardy/

Danny Gonzales breaks down how his B2B production companies decide whether editing stays in-house or gets outsourced, why producers and project managers are essential as a “filter” between the client and the editor, how detailed intake docs prevent repeated feedback and blown budgets, and why the future of post is shifting toward authenticity, repurposing, and doing more with less.Danny Gonzalezwww.optimumproductions.com www.industrialsage.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannygonzales

Josh Youngbar breaks down how he transitioned from doing all the editing himself to building a trusted post-production team. When does it make sense to hire in-house editors, how to delegate without sacrificing quality, how strong pre-production reduces revisions, and why letting go of control often leads to better creative work and a more sustainable business?Josh YoungbarFounder & Director - Connect Filmshttps://www.connectfilms.comhttps://www.facebook.com/connectfilmsstudiohttps://www.linkedin.com/company/connect-films-studio/https://www.instagram.com/connect_films_/Let's Connect: Website: https://www.archaiuscreative.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archaiuscreative/

Agency creative director Jaycie Kim joins Let’s Fix Post to share how she manages multiple media teams and editing partners, the challenge of maintaining quality and consistency across clients, and why true collaboration goes beyond a single project or freelancer.Jaycie KimCreative Director - Firm Mediahttps://firm-media.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jayciekim/ https://www.instagram.com/firmmedia/Let's Connect:Website: https://www.archaiuscreative.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archaiuscreative/

Adaptive Fitness Coalition founder Drew Plauché joins Let’s Fix Post to share how he navigated video creation for the first time. From shooting for the first time and hiring an editor, to learning why alignment and communication matter more than fancy gear.Drew PlaucheCOO and Co-Founder - Adaptive Fitnesshttps://www.adaptivefitnesscoalition.com/https://www.instagram.com/adaptivefitnesscoalition/Let's Connect:Website: https://www.archaiuscreative.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archaiuscreative/

Filmmaker-turned-coach Chad Brown shares how losing everything led him to build a thriving production business—and why trusting your editor might be the key to finally scaling your creative career.Chad BrownBusiness Scaling CoachChad L Brown Coaching & Consulting LLC https://www.founder-freedom.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-brown-founder-freedom/Let's Connect:Website: https://www.archaiuscreative.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archaiuscreative/

Unclear direction, hidden stakeholders, and endless revision cycles can derail post-production. Here's what producers can do to protect editors, clients, and projects from falling apart.Alyssa Baker Senior Video Producer @ DigiVidBIO https://digividbio.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/digividbio/ https://alyssalbaker16.wixsite.com/alyssalbaker https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssalbakerLet's Connect:Website: https://www.archaiuscreative.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archaiuscreative/