Question 1

What is the single biggest suggestion you would give to someone wanting to get into this career?

Caroline Dobbe · Accepted Answer

Dobbe’s advice? To have patience—both when it comes to working one’s way up the industry ladder to Post Supervisor, and after finally making it, when dealing with day-to-day work needs.

Question 2

What’s the #1 mistake people make when trying to get into this career?

Caroline Dobbe · Accepted Answer

“Not asking questions!” says Dobbe. Too many people are eager to become a Post Supervisor, but not as many aspiring to that role ask the right questions so they can properly learn what it takes to be successful in it.

Question 3

What is the question people should ask about this career but rarely do?

Caroline Dobbe · Accepted Answer

Dobbe answers, “Is the post world where I want to be?”
The entertainment industry depends on so many different specialties, and post-production professionals are vital to its success. But as with any other job, it’s important to check in and see if being a Post Supervisor is the right fit.

Question 4

If you could describe in one word what makes you successful, what would it be?

Caroline Dobbe · Accepted Answer

“Ambition.”

Question 5

What is a Post Supervisor?

Anna Keizer · Accepted Answer

A Post Supervisor is the person working on a film or other project who facilitates the various post-production needs, such as editing, sound design, and color correction. The Post Supervisor makes sure that all of these processes are moving along according to the schedule set forth for the post-production phase and handles any issues that may arise during it.

Question 6

What are post-production roles?

Anna Keizer · Accepted Answer

Post-production on a film requires the expertise of multiple individuals, which translates into many roles needing to be filled for it. This includes the Film Editor, Film Composer, Sound Designer, Post Supervisor, and other professionals who work with them.

Question 7

What does a Post Coordinator do?

Anna Keizer · Accepted Answer

As their title implies, a Post Coordinator aids in the coordination of all the many processes involved during the post-production process. The Post Coordinator oversees the delivery of final elements, the scheduling of ADR sessions, and other post needs.

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