Gael Chandler’s article, “The Myriad Uses of Montage,” appears in MovieMaker Magazine’s December’s issue which is titled “The 2016 Complete Guide to Making Movies.”

Gael Chandler, Writer-filmmaker

BAIPA member Gael Chandler is a Hollywood film editor, author and educator. She has edited comedies, dramas, documentaries, features, corporate videos, and promos and has been nominated twice for a Cable ACE award for editing a comedy series.

She has taught editing practices and history at Loyola Marymount University and California State Universities at Long Beach, Los Angeles, and Northridge, and has trained hundreds of professionals, independent filmmakers, professors, and students to operate digital editing equipment.

She has also written a handful of feature screenplays, and is the author of two books; Cut by Cut: Editing Your Film or Video, and Film Editing Great Cut Every Filmmaker and Movie Lover Must Know.

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Becky Parker Geist, BAIPA President, CEO of Pro Audio Voices Inc and AMPlify Audiobooks

One of my favorite things about BAIPA is its culture of generosity, the willingness — even eagerness — to share what we have each learned in the process of bringing stories to life. We provide educational programs, networking, marketing opportunities, encouragement, and information on industry vendors and services. And lots of one-on-one advice and mentoring.

We welcome all who have an interest in making connections within the world of independent publishing and learning more about how to publish and sell their work successfully. Together we are raising the standard of independent publishing and helping our members thrive.

Do join us!

—Becky Parker Geist, BAIPA Board of Directors, President

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