ShittyRigs

WRAP DRINKS

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Improvise. Adapt. Overcome. For years, Shitty Rigs has been a platform for filmmakers to showcase the ingenuity and problem solving skills they use to get the shots they need. Building upon that philosophy, we present Wrap Drinks; a podcast dedicated to talking with those same film & television professionals as they tell us what got into the industry, offer up some tips & tricks they’ve learned, and share some of their more thrilling experiences from set. There's a fine line between "shitty" and "genius," join us as we cross it together.

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#012 - Chris Ingvordsen // Iconic Filmmaker 27.10.2023 1:35:38

Chris Ingvordsen is a prolific filmmaker with an incredible career that began during the home video revolution in the 1980s. He produced and directed 24 feature films, working with legendary actors and actresses like Sandra Bullock, Robert Mitchum, Julia Roberts, and more. Ingvordsen's unique approach to filmmaking, influenced by his mentor Larry Cohen, involved tact and resourcefulness, often...

#011 - Yessica Curiel-Montoya // Gaffer 01.10.2023 1:31:29

Meet Yessica Curiel-Montoya is a brilliant gaffer shaping NYC's visual stories with her lighting wizardry. From iconic skylines to intimate studios, Yessica's passion for crafting mesmerizing atmospheres has earned her a well-deserved reputation. Join us as we take a look into Yessica's remarkable journey, from her early days tinkering with lights to becoming a trailblazing gaffer in a...

#010 - Brandon Taylor // Key Grip 31.07.2023 2:35:57

Brandon Taylor is a key grip in New York City. Join us as he shares some of his set stories, like getting a dolly up a stubborn flight of stairs, talks about some of the best gear to use on set, and gives advice on how to make a condor do a wheelie (if you're feeling risky). Whether you're a seasoned key grip or you're just starting out, this podcast is full of valuable insights. So li...

#009 - Josiah Van Dien // Tour Photographer 30.06.2023 1:29:42

Josiah Van Dien, a tour photographer for celebrities like Shawn Mendes, talks with us about his experience shooting concerts, being on tour 305 Days out of the year, and his tips for getting the perfect shot. 10 years in the industry, Josiah shares his insights on how to capture the energy of a live performance and some of the challenges and rewards of being a tour photographer. ⁠⁠Support the show...

#008 - Jordy Vandeput // YouTube Creator 01.06.2023 1:24:07

Jordy Vandeput is the founder of Cinecom, a YouTube channel with over 2.5 million subscribers, focusing on tutorial videos about VFX, editing, and filmmaking. Join us as Jordy shares his processes for the videos he creates and his thoughts on the future of the creator industry. ⁠⁠Support the show⁠

#007 - Alan Kudan // Sound Mixer 28.04.2023 1:38:27

Alan Kudan is a sound mixer, the voice of God on our show, and host of Lunatics Radio Hour Podcast. Listen in as we discuss how to book more jobs, union versus non-union jobs, and hear some really interesting experiences from his time in the industry. ⁠⁠Support the show⁠

#006 - Adam Lukens // Gaffer & Equipment Rental House Owner 01.04.2023 1:40:51

Adam Lukens is a gaffer, co-owner of Brooklyn Lighting and Grip, and fernet maker. His time of set has had him working in some of the most random locations in the US under brutal conditions. Listen in as he talks about his favorite rigs and equipment, building secret lounges behind set walls, and what it takes to have the best wrap party. ⁠⁠Support the show⁠

#005 - Corey Tatarczuk // Production Designer 01.03.2023 1:55:28

Corey Tatarczuk shares some of her insane experiences in NYC. She has done it all from running a NYC Youth Film Program to creating some truly epic sets, including building a lake inside of a warehouse. Learn what it takes to thrive in the art department and how having friends all over can help you get anything done. ⁠⁠Support the show⁠

#004 - Bryan Kelley // Grip 25.02.2023 1:16:20

Bryan Kelley's time as a grip has brought him all over. Listen in as he talks about what grips do on set, some of the experiences he has had on set, and what it's like being recognized as the real life embodiment of a mascot when you're far away from home. ⁠⁠Support the show⁠

#003 - Smokey Nelson // Director of Photography 24.02.2023 1:52:27

Director of photography Smokey Nelson, aka the MAD SCIENTIST, talks with us about risk management, problem solving in the moment, and how being adaptable led him to traveling the globe as part of his storied career. ⁠⁠Support the show⁠

#002 - Martin Flores // Filmmaker 23.02.2023 1:03:43

Martin Flores shares with us some of his incredible encounters with famous filmmakers and experiences working in the film industry. ⁠⁠Support the show⁠

#001 - Mike Farino & Bert Mayer // Co-Founders of ShittyRigs 21.02.2023 57:49

Director of photography Mike Farino and grip/electric Bert Mayer speak about where they met each other, how working together led them to the creation of Shitty Rigs, and how the once innocent blog grew into the globally recognized brand it is today. ⁠⁠Support the show⁠