Alan Toomayan, Legendary Trailer Editor

Trailer Geeks and Teaser Gods

In this episode, we have an all-time great trailer editor and an even better person, Alan Toomayan. We delve into Alan's significant journey from his academic roots at the University of Bridgeport, his early struggles in Hollywood, and pivotal career moments at New World Pictures and Cimarron. We discuss his hand in iconic projects like 'American Beauty' and 'Road to Perdition,' his tenure at Mob Scene starting in 2009, and his adaptation to technological advances like Avid, Final Cut and Premiere. Alan emphasizes the importance of adaptability, collaboration, and maintaining professional relationships for enduring success. We wrap up with advice for listeners on integrity and business longevity... and yes that was a real earthquake!

03:29 Alan's Early Career and Education

06:02 First Steps in Hollywood

08:16 Holy Sh!t! That's an Earthquake!

12:04 Breaking into Editing

17:46 Transition to Trailer Editing

26:40 Technological Evolution in Editing

33:06 Collaborations and Notable Projects

36:37 Reimagining the Trailer: From Comedy to Dark Elements

37:49 The Impact of Great Music and the Studio's Strategy

52:14 Adapting to Industry Changes: From Cimarron to Mob Scene

56:51 The Art of Featurettes and Behind-the-Scenes Content

59:30 Reflections on a Dynamic Career and Industry Insights

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