Welcome to Trilith Institute Talks! In this episode of Trilith Institute Talks, host Hunter Barcroft chats with Colleen Russell, Vice President of Production Support at Trilith Studios. Colleen shares her extensive journey in the film industry, starting from answering phones at a production rental house to her current role at Trilith Studios. The conversation dives into her experiences at Turner Broadcasting and the evolution of Trilith Studios from its early days as Pinewood Studios to becoming one of the largest studio complexes in North America. Joined by film students Jane and Josh, they discuss the intricacies of production support, the importance of time management, and the unique community at Trilith. The episode also touches on memorable moments on set, the challenges of coordinating large-scale productions, and the continuous growth of the Trilith community. Episode Timestamps 00:00 Welcome to Trilith: A Magical Community 00:25 Introduction to Trilith Institute Talks 00:57 Meet Colleen Russell: A Journey in Film 01:50 Colleen's Early Career and Turner Broadcasting 02:55 Transition to Trilith Studios 03:55 The Evolution of Trilith Studios 05:28 Student Experiences at Trilith 11:07 The Importance of Relationships in Film 12:49 Balancing Multiple Productions 18:52 Colleen's Communication Skills and Personal Growth 22:18 Overcoming Public Speaking Fears 22:43 Sibling Comparisons and Self-Confidence 23:20 The Importance of Time Management 27:29 The Unique Community at Trilith 30:30 Growth and Expansion of Trilith Studios 35:25 Memorable Moments on Set 40:05 Navigating Production Challenges 43:22 Conclusion and Podcast Information

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