Deluxe creative editorial company Beast has added editor Lucy Best Radtke to the talent roster of its Chicago facility, which is co-located with local outposts of Deluxe’s Method Studios and Company 3. Radtke has edited commercial campaigns across a range of styles and brands, including Craftsman, Disney, Tampax, Sears, Kmart, Suave, and the Illinois Lottery. A Chicago native, Radtke is a graduate of Wesleyan University’s film program, and previously worked as an assistant editor and editor at Red Car and Optimus.
“Lucy is an incredibly skilled editor and also has a wonderful energy and confidence that sets her apart; it’s something you can’t teach,” commented Peter Hullinger, managing director at Beast Chicago. “With all of the Deluxe resources behind the scenes, we still run a boutique experience for clients, and so it’s important to curate our roster based both on talent and cultural fit. Lucy is a joy to work with and she does a great job of running the room during a session – peers and clients alike all have great things to say about her.”
“Lucy can run the gamut from comedic to dramatic to documentary style, and in any style she really excels at telling authentic stories and capturing those relatable moments,” added Beast editor Angelo Valencia. “She’s a great fit for our roster.”
Radtke shared, “My philosophy has always been ‘editing is play’; it’s that fun challenge of getting any kind of footage and rearranging and discovering how it works best.”
“Dune: Part Two” and “House of the Dragon” Win 2 HPA Awards Apiece
Dune: Part Two and House of the Dragon each scored two HPA Awards during a gala ceremony at the Television Academy’s Wolf Theatre in North Hollywood, Calif. on Thursday night (11/7). The HPA Awards honor trailblazing talent in the postproduction industry, celebrating standout achievements in color grading, sound, editing, restoration, and visual effects across theatrical features, commercials, and episodics.
Dune: Part Two topped the Outstanding Color Grading--Live Action Theatrical Feature and the Outstanding Sound--Theatrical Feature categories.
House of the Dragon’s two wins were for “The Red Dragon and the Gold” episode which scored for Outstanding Visual Effects--Live Action Episode or Series Season, and Outstanding Editing--Episode or Non-Theatrical Feature (Over 30 Minutes). In the latter HPA Creative Category, House of the Dragon tied with the “Part Six: Far,l Far Away” episode of Ahsoka.
The HPA’s Judges Award for Creativity and Innovation honored Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour. This recognition celebrates the profound impact on both live and filmed entertainment that defined The Eras Tour, underscoring its exceptional impact on audiences and the industry. The jury issued a statement outlining their choice: “Celebrated as the cultural phenomenon of 2023, Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour set new records in box office sales, tour revenues, and attendance. The tour showcased exceptional artistry and innovation, making a profound impact on both live and filmed entertainment.”
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