
Color Pod with Qazi
I'm Waqas Qazi, founder and senior colorist at Qazi & Co. My mission is to share industry secrets by making fun and practical podcasts on color grading. I'd appreciate it if you rate and review the podcast.
Latest episodes

Jul 16, 2020 • 1h 4min
Game of Thrones Post-Production Process & more...
Interview with Scott Ferguson
In this Live with @scott_evil we will deep dive into the post-production process behind arguably the most epic show of our time, GAME OF THRONES. We will also discuss in detail his journey as a colorist.
Tons of practical advice for you to take your career to the next level. notepad required. 😀
Scott was the Dailies Colorist on GOT and has graded countless big-budget shows for HBO, Disney, and BBC.
Give it a listen and if you don’t fall in love with his accent in the first 2 mins you can get your money back. 😜
Stay Possessed!! 💪🏽

Jul 8, 2020 • 1h 5min
How to Land Clients & Keep them Happy
Brian Singler, a Senior Colorist with a portfolio including AT&T and the NFL, shares his insights on client relationships and creative success. He discusses the significance of storytelling and personal growth in color grading, emphasizing adaptability and collaboration regardless of location. Singler also tackles the debate of premium versus budget color grading tools, and the importance of mastering techniques to achieve perfect skin tones. Through his journey, he highlights how perseverance and effective self-marketing can pave the way for aspiring professionals in the competitive industry.

Jul 2, 2020 • 1h 43min
Interview with Joker DP, Lawrence Sher
If you love Joker then you are in luck because @lawrencesherdp shot it. He is also the cinematographer of War Dogs, Hangover trilogy, The Garden State, Godzilla, and the list goes on for days!!!
Lawrence is known for his use of mixed lighting and pushing the images to their limits and we will be deep-diving into his process from prep to post.
Grab a notepad because Lawrence drops some serious value 💣s.

Jun 24, 2020 • 53min
Tips on Building your Grading Studio
In this podcast, I will be giving you a step by step guide in building the most functional and practical studio with your given budget.

Jun 9, 2020 • 49min
Music Video Colorist Techniques
Gabe Jl Sanchez has worked with artists such as Snoop Dogg, Usher, Post Malone, T.I., and the list goes on.
In this live, we will be deep-diving into his color grading process specifically for music videos. Grab a notepad, this one is loaded with value 💣s.
Gabe is super generous and doesn’t hold back. He’s not afraid to get technical and explain his entire process step by step.

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May 28, 2020 • 19min
5 Tips on How I Get and Stay Motivated
Unlock your motivation with a powerful blend of personal rituals and resilience-building strategies. Discover the importance of being selective about external advice and surrounding yourself with supportive partners. Learn how vulnerability can fuel growth, as sharing your journey strengthens your resolve against criticism. Embrace self-belief and commit to excellence in pursuit of your goals. Prioritize skill development and continuous learning to shield yourself from negativity and turn challenges into opportunities.

May 21, 2020 • 60min
Interview with Mad Max Colorist, Eric Whipp
@eric_whipp is a Senior Colorist @alteregopost who graded Mad Max: Fury Road and other countless Hollywood epic flix and commercials. We are going to deep dive into his color grading process and how he went about coloring arguably the most iconic LOOK of all time.

May 15, 2020 • 59min
Live with the Colorist of Joker, John Wick, & The Grand Budapest Hotel
Interview with Jill Bogdanowicz
If you don’t love the look of Joker, John Wick, or The Grand Budapest Hotel you might be colorblind. Jill Bogdanowicz is a Senior Colorist at Company 3 who graded all of the above and countless more epic flicks and we are going to deep dive into her unapologetic aesthetic and color grading process.

May 7, 2020 • 59min
Insider Tips on Working with Social Media Moguls
With 1 Million Followers on IG and over 550k Subscribers on Youtube, Gilbert Sosa is one of IMDb's young directors to watch, and he's here with us sharing his story and his tips.

May 1, 2020 • 58min
What it's like to Shoot on all 7 Continents
Kevin Garrison and I chat about his experiences of shooting around the world.