Taymar Cox, Producer at Mocean | REZ BALL, SPIDERMAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE, GLASS ONION, THE GRAY MAN, THE ELECTRIC STATE
Release Date: 12/04/2024
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Taymar Cox, Producer at Mocean | REZ BALL, SPIDERMAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE, GLASS ONION, THE GRAY MAN, THE ELECTRIC STATE
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In this episode, we’re joined by rising star trailer producer Taymar Cox from Mocean. We explore the making of iconic trailers like SPIDERMAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE, EXTRACTION 2, RENFIELD, THE GRAY MAN and so many more; mentorship in the industry; and the evolution of how agencies work on campaigns. We also get into Taymar’s journey in her career so far, the challenges faced by women and underrepresented groups in the industry, and how Taymar's unique past, including some really cool internships, shapes her approach to her work. 02:11 Taymar's Industry Background 03:13...
info_outlineIn this episode, we’re joined by rising star trailer producer Taymar Cox from Mocean. We explore the making of iconic trailers like SPIDERMAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE, EXTRACTION 2, RENFIELD, THE GRAY MAN and so many more; mentorship in the industry; and the evolution of how agencies work on campaigns. We also get into Taymar’s journey in her career so far, the challenges faced by women and underrepresented groups in the industry, and how Taymar's unique past, including some really cool internships, shapes her approach to her work.
02:11 Taymar's Industry Background
03:13 Internships at Ignition and Marvel
09:38 Choosing the Producer Path
15:13 Mentorship and Diversity in Internships
21:21 Early Career at Heartsleeve
28:23 Impact of COVID on the Industry
39:16 The Challenges of Remote Work
41:49 Generational Differences in the Workplace
44:37 The Importance of Community in the Industry
50:00 Navigating Industry Exclusion and Inclusion
51:39 Advice for Aspiring Trailer Editors
55:25 The Evolution of Industry Networking
01:02:19 The Art of Crafting Trailers
01:20:53 Working with the Russo Brothers
01:23:22 Unexpected Podcast Guest: Mom
01:26:27 Murder Mystery and Career Growth
01:30:29 Renfield and the Perfect Music Choice
01:34:05 Favorite Campaigns and Trailers
01:51:58 Final Thoughts and Acknowledgements
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