This is a guest post by Emmy-nominated editor Corey Frost. After film school, I was jobless. That’s the part they don’t prepare you for—what do you actually do to build a career in this industry? Like so many others, I had dreams of Hollywood. Instead, I found myself selling merch at Seaworld’s Aquatica in Orlando. Then, NFL Films called and offered me a seasonal internship. That internship opened the door to a world I hadn’t considered: sports documentary television. It was a slight departure from my Hollywood filmmaking dreams. Growing up, I played football and watched NFL Films on VHS, never imagining I’d one day work for them. I assisted producers, occasionally passed the late, great Steve Sabol in the hallways, and soaked up every detail I could about television post-production. I stayed late, cutting in producers’ offices, using the NFL’s massive film library to sharpen my AVID skills and build a reel. From NASCAR to a Broader Vision After NFL Films, I moved to NASCAR Productions in Charlotte and later to SPEED Channel (now Fox Sports 1). That’s where my skill set as an editor was truly forged. I worked on RaceHub, a daily news magazine show, cutting “coming up next” bumpers and promo clips. But I wanted more. So, I asked for an opportunity to tell creative stories—and I got one. Corey Frost at the Charlotte, NC premiere of 'Grace Point'CREDIT: Corey Frost Every Monday, I edited a 4-6 minute documentary-style recap of the weekend’s race. There was...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Saturday, 8 February, 2025