INTIMACY COORDINATOR Hailey Mashburn shares her transition from acting to becoming an Intimacy Professional. She discusses the education and training required to get into her line of work and working with multiple departments on set. She explains that while it's impossible to make actors feel comfortable - since acting is an uncomfortable thing in itself - her job to make actors feel understood and heard. She uncovers some tricks to how sex scenes look totally real, what tools she keeps in her kit, and the revelation that is mouthwash to-go packets!

Follow her on Instagram: @haileyjmashburn

And check out some Intimacy Coordinator (IC) educational resources below!

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Episode credits

Co-Hosts: Anna & Jamie

Guest: Hailey Mashburn

Creators & Producers: Sam & Noella

Associate Producer/Audio Engineer & Mixer: Jeffrey Daijiro Taylor

Marketing Manager: Danielle-Joelle Olivier

Videographer: Ryan Blount

Video Editor: Sam Butlien

Cover Art Design: Jordy Shinbane Designs

Find us on other platforms: http://linktr.ee/thereelprocesspod

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• IPEC : https://www.ipecintimacy.com
• TIE : https://www.theatricalintimacyed.com
• Cintima : https://cintima.co
• IPA : https://www.intimacyprofessionalsassociation.com
• IDC : https://www.idcprofessionals.com
• NSIP : https://intimacysociety.com
• ICLA : https://www.intimacycollectivela.org
• SAG Resources: https://www.sagaftra.org/contracts-industry-resources/report-discrimination/intimacy-coordinator-resources#faq
• Sex, Nudity and You Booklet: https://www.sagaftra.org/sites/default/files/2024-12/Sex%20Nudity%20and%20You%20Member%20Booklet.pdf
• Quick Guide Direct Link: https://www.sagaftra.org/quick-guide-scenes-involving-nudity-and-simulated-sex-0

TALENT MANAGER and ASSOCIATE PRODUCER "EZ" Ramos breaks down graduating from UC Berkeley with a degree in Political Science to falling into the world of non-fiction television. She discusses how her method of cold messaging people named in her favorite show's end credits led her to working on beloved reality TV shows (such as Love Island, Love Is Blind, and the Traitors Reunion) and being a part of iconic cultural moments (such as the Bad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime Show).Follow her on Instagram: @EzzeeyyCo-hosts: Anna & JamieGuest: Ezequiel "EZ" Ramos Creator & Producer: Sam Butlien & Noella MpingaAssociate Producer, Audio Engineer & Mixer: Jeffrey Daijiro TaylorMarketing Manager: Danielle-Joelle OlivierVideographer: Ryan BlountVideo Editor: Anna MattiaCover art by: Jordy Shinbane DesignsFIND US ON OTHER PLATFORMS: https://linktr.ee/thereelprocesspod

SHOWRUNNER'S ASSISTANT Katie Wright joins us to talk about her start in Hollywood during the unprescedented times of 2020. She explains how her adaptability and smarts earned her a promotion on her first day on set and being one of the early pioneers of the Covid Department. She also discusses her love of comedy and how her mom’s childhood neighbor’s ex-husband’s nephew helped get her on the path that she's on today.

Follow her on Instagram: @katie_wrong

Co-hosts: Anna & Jamie

Guest: Katie Wright

Creator & Producer: Sam Butlien & Noella Mpinga

Associate Producer, Audio Engineer & Mixer: Jeffrey Daijiro Taylor

Marketing Manager: Danielle-Joelle Olivier

Videographer: Ryan Blount

Video Editor: Jamie

Cover art by: Jordy Shinbane Designs

FIND US ON OTHER PLATFORMS: https://linktr.ee/thereelprocesspod?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

ACTOR / PRODUCER Katie Anne Moy breaks down her busy life as a multi-hyphenate from acting as a dying patient in a hospital bed in Chicago while simultaneously running multiple productions in Los Angeles. She talks about how her persistence and spunk got her into film school, what it was like to see her first broadcast commercial on TV, and her preference of how the Gatorade bottles on the crafty table should be arranged (in a pyramid!). Our conversation also brings breaking news! - tune in to hear what Katie Anne announces. And stay till the end to hear her impressive voiceover chops.

Follow her on TikTok: @KatieAnneMoy

FIRST ASSISTANT DIRECTOR Liz Holland joins us to talk about how she went from being the "go-to" 1st AD on college film sets to still being the AD that Directors call on in her professional career. She also discusses her short stint on Quibi (remember Quibi?), how she got away with a hundred million dollar mistake on a blockbuster movie, what it was like working on the Hollywood Masters Series, and the time she bought Chris Rock a pair of Nikes.

Look at her impressive list of credits on IMDb: www.imdb.com/name/nm4340709/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3_tt_0_nm_8_in_0_q_liz%2520hol

And follow her on Instagram: @Moviemaniacgirl

TECHNICAL COORDINATOR / IN-HOUSE SOUND MIXER Jack McGill shares his journey working on the popular YouTube channel The Try Guys. He discusses how he started as a PA, a pitch that started his love of livestreaming, and where he sees New Media going as the industry constantly changes. It goes to show that you should definitely ask your family friend's neighbor if you can send them your resume.

Follow him on all the various social media platforms (BlueSky, YouTube, Twitch, Instagram, TikTok) @JackMcGill

CINEMATOGRAPHER Ksusha Genenfeld, talks about how far she's come since her debut film working as a DP (Anna's college thesis). She explains how asking crewmates for help sets a production up for success, the importance of prep as a DP, and what it's like being a woman in a male-dominated role. She also expresses her gratitude for being booked and busy, shares why it's important for a character to earn their close-up, and divulges how she ended up at Lady Gaga's house. This bi-coastal (please sponsor us, Jet Blue) DP has a film out now! You can find Motherland available to stream on Apple TV+, Fandango Now, and Prime Video! It'll also be screening at the Valley Film Festival on Sept. 20th!

See what she's up to on her website: Ksushagenenfeld.com

And follow her on Instagram: @kusushagenenfeld

The season finale calls for a Team Episode! This one is the REAL Process. Our producers and audio engineer come to life from the behind the mic to tell us about their own careers and life updates. COORDINATORS Sam Butlien and Noella Mpinga share their transformations from first starting the podcast to now. AUDIO ENGINEER Jeffrey Taylor goes into detail on his role for the pod and gives insight on his recent career change to freelance work. Anna and Jamie reflect on highlights from the season with a great lineup of guests and the biggest takeaways they've gained from being on the podcast.

Check out Jeffrey's website ⁠here⁠.

And watch Kowloon! on ⁠Vimeo⁠.