The Art of Post Production with Ana Christian & C. Ryan Stemple

In this episode of REEL WISDOM WITH NK, host NK sits down with Ana Christian and C. Ryan Stemple, co-owners of Journeywork Entertainment, to demystify one of the most overlooked yet essential stages of filmmaking: post-production.

More than just cutting footage, post is where the story truly takes shape and it starts long before the cameras roll. Ana and Ryan break down the filmmaking journey as a three-part creation: once in pre-production, again on set, and finally in the edit. They share hard-earned insights on why involving post-production early can save time, elevate quality, and unlock the full emotional potential of your film.

From daily edits during production to establishing strong communication pipelines between editors and producers, this episode is a masterclass in strategic collaboration. You’ll also hear candid takes on the most common post pitfalls, how to set realistic expectations, and why honoring your “why” is key to finishing strong.

Whether you're deep in the editing bay or prepping your next shoot, this conversation is a reminder that the final product is only as strong as the intention and preparation behind it.

Credits:

NK Gutiérrez - Host & Producer
Katelyn Henslin - Head Producer & Director
Emily Seddon - Co-Producer
Henri' Byrd - Hair and Makeup Artist & Coordinator
Alyssa Neyland - Production Designer
Kelsey Denvir - Costume Designer
Estefania Mena - Writer and Committee Member
Netta Harper - Artwork Hair Artist

Cory Coken - Audio Mixer & Executive Producer
Bryen Hensley - Technical Director
Ashton Johnson - Video Editor & Graphics
Jake Hensley - Audio Mixer
Kimberly Knudsen - Production Manager
Devin Delaney - Composer
Jamie Vanadia - Re-Recording Mixer

Production Facility - Noisefloor LTD
Post Production Provided by - Noisefloor LTD