ColorNation Colorists Talk Color - Matthew Rosenblum
Matthew Rosenblum is the latest ColorNation colorist to talk about what makes grading such a unique part of the post process. Based in New York, he’s been working in color for over two decades, with a client list that includes not just major agencies but also media brands like Comedy Central, MTV/VH1, Paramount and more. He got his start at the legendary color studio Nice Shoes, working alongside his twin brother, who was on the VFX side of the business. They’ve collaborated frequently, often on their own lifestyle and cityscape photography studio that licenses imagery to Art.com, Walmart, Print on Demand and other e-stores.
An early adoptee of the independent approach to color grading, Matthew believes every session, and every client, should get the same level of attention, nuance and detail. “And I’m always looking to enhance the craft of color, which I’ve poured so much of myself into,” he says. To check out his reel, go to https://lnkd.in/gZFq4acY.
What’s been your most notable grading job of the past year or so?
My most notable job this past year has not been just one job, but rather it’s been working on all of the extra content for the Taylor Sheridan shows on Paramount. All of the content is always so well thought out, and it's produced at the highest level. It’s been a lot of fun to work on.
So what does being repped by someone with a long history in color like ColorNation’s Reid Brody mean for you?
Having someone try to steer work in your direction who’s not versed in the specifics of color correction can sometimes create issues and problems right from the start, whereas working with someone with such strong roots and experience in color as Reid has is like having a secret weapon in your back pocket. Having him in the mix is really a big asset.
What drew you to color grading in the first place?
When I came into the business, grading was not something you’d really know about, unless you were at NYU or USC’s film schools. So I had no real knowledge of this integral part of the post production puzzle until starting at Nice Shoes. Once I got into the room and saw what it was all about, the thing that attracted me was that the possibilities were endless. Having that sort of flexibility to make things look so many different ways was, and still is, my favorite part of the process.
What have you seen recently that blew you away from a color standpoint?
Apple TV’s “Masters of Air” is such a treat to watch in this regard. The production value for the entire series is through the roof, and that definitely lent itself to making this period piece look the part. Being able to go back to a different time period that you were not able to witness yourself, and feeling like it looks authentic to that time, is really beautiful when done well.
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1moWould any jobs like this be considered for remote positions? Even if occasional trips to HQ for meetings were needed of course. This sounds like such a promising position for an awesome company!