The In Crowd

In this episode, we chat with Sekiya Dorsett, the brilliant independent filmmaker whose films have screened at Tribeca Film Festival, Urbanworld Film Festival, the Brooklyn Museum, Frameline Film Fest and Outfest Film Festival. Sekiya talks with us about the impact of representation in media, her groundbreaking career, the top three Black Lesbian filmmakers who inspire her, and so much more. Websi...

In this episode, we chat with Coyote Peterson, the brilliant founder behind viral YouTube channel Brave Wilderness with over 20M+ YouTube subscribers! Coyote talks about the keys to his YouTube success, and how you have to believe in yourself as a creator to carve out the career of your dreams. Plus, how they prepare physically and mentally for those epic sting videos! Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://dgnl...

In this episode, we chat with Patrick Smith, the brilliant animator behind viral hits like Pour 585 with 250M+ views and 1.5M+ YouTube subscribers! 🌟 Patrick talks about the keys to his YouTube success, and how he first approaches a new project. From his early days on Beavis and Butthead to becoming the animation director for MTV's Daria and Downtown, Patrick's journey is inspiring. He&#3...

Our guest, Jay Kidd, is here to share his career journey as a writer for Frame.io and as a Camera Assistant on popular shows like The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Specializing in everything from corporate communications to creative content, Diagonal Media is the ideal partner to enhance your media presence. Want help on your next video project? Contact us on our website and follow us on social media to...

Michael Rubens is a seasoned television producer known for his influential work in late-night programming. With a wealth of experience behind the scenes, Rubens has been instrumental in shaping the landscape of late-night TV. From crafting engaging content to orchestrating seamless productions, his expertise offers invaluable insights into the inner workings of the industry. Join us as we delve in...

Ever wondered how sound design works? DGNL sits down with Dallas Taylor to give you a backstage tour. Dallas Taylor is the host and creator of Twenty Thousand Hertz, a podcast revealing the stories behind the world’s most recognizable and interesting sounds. Dallas is also the Creative Director of Defacto Sound, where he has led thousands of high-profile sound design projects—from blockbuster trai...

Avi Youabian is an award-winning Iranian director who has worked on some of the top-performing shows on broadcast, cable, and streaming! Specializing in everything from corporate communications to creative content, Diagonal Media is the ideal partner to enhance your media presence. Contact us on our website and follow us on social media to learn more! Visit our website: ⁠ ⁠⁠https://dgnl.co/⁠⁠⁠ Sub...

Filmmaker, Writer, and Actor Rob Grabow's film The Year of the Dog just had an incredible theatrical distribution run in over 80 theaters nationwide and is now available digitally. Specializing in everything from corporate communications to creative content, Diagonal Media is the ideal partner to enhance your media presence. Contact us on our website and follow us on social media to learn more...

On our latest episode, our CEO Blake Drummond sat down with Marilyn DeJesus, a Production Supervisor in the television industry. She’s been doing payroll since 1997! They talked about their long friendship, having met on set years ago, and her journey to becoming so well-established in the entertainment industry. We dive into questions like, What makes a great payroll accountant? How does someone...

We sat down with Line Producer, Andrew Saxe, to talk about how he decides who gets hired for his set. We also go behind-the-scenes on the epic nature of being a location manager for War of the Worlds with famous actor Tom Cruise. - Diagonal Media can elevate your video projects. Specializing in everything from corporate communications to creative content, Diagonal Media is the ideal partner to enh...

What exactly does a Property Master do? Duke Scoppa shares his insights. Prop Master on several dozen feature films and television shows including: "The White House Plumbers," "Poker Face," and "Shutter Island," he reveals the astonishing range of responsibilities he handles on set. You will NOT believe the variety of things a prop master is responsible for… from eyeg...

“My obsession has always been, how do I make a room full of people all feel the same thing at once.” - Erich Bergen Dive into the film and entertainment industry with Erich Bergen, acclaimed for his roles in "Madam Secretary," "Jersey Boys," and "Waitress" on Broadway. Known for his dynamic presence on stage and screen, Erich has also made a significant mark as a prod...

Film sets are buzzing with activity. The on set photographer plays an incredibly important role in capturing the experience for all involved. We had the opportunity to interview Barry Wetcher, a seasoned still photographer for film and television sets. Barry's impressive career includes capturing moments on iconic sets such as 'The Devil Wears Prada,' 'The Sopranos,' 'I am...

In this episode of "The In Crowd," we dive into the world of entertainment branding with our special guest, Hank Norman, the renowned founder of 2 Market Media. Hank brings his extensive expertise in media coaching and brand development to the table, offering invaluable insights for anyone looking to make their mark in the entertainment industry. Discover how Diagonal Media can elevate y...

Director and legendary script supervisor Martha Pinson provides insights into her career journey in the film and TV industry. From meeting Orson Welles to working alongside legendary directors and actors like Martin Scorsese and Jack Nicholson, Martha recounts her love of film and the intricacies of working on set. Join us as we debut our first episode of The In Crowd with our host and Diagonal Me...