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But on the Hollywood side, with seventeen employees, there were dedicated editors for cutting footage, for reviewing footage, and for checking the edited rough cuts, detail-oriented editors, a dedicated sound designer, a visual effects artist, and a caption writer...
Rick had reached out to the production company to discuss whether the post-production team could be trimmed, only to be told that this was just a standard setup in the Hollywood television production process and that they could add more staff but not reduce it.
Rick didn't even dare to blow up in anger because if he argued, the other party could immediately breach the contract legitimately, not only avoiding the work but also collecting full payment.
"We all understand, Rick, TV is not an industry that permits cutting corners; we have to invest real money to produce quality shows to stand firm," Tommy consoled Rick with no hint of anger, but rather with a calm and reassuring tone:
