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FactualWEST 2026
Wednesday September 30, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Join Tony Simmons, editor, and Andy Thomas, executive producer, as they pull back the curtain on editing some of the biggest reality formats from the US, UK, and Canada. In this masterclass, Tony and Andy will offer a unique perspective on the editorial process, sharing invaluable insights on how they craft high-energy, high-stakes moments that make global audiences tune in. From pacing and tone to lightning-fast turnarounds, they’ll dive into what it truly takes to cut top-tier reality TV. Whether you're an aspiring editor or just curious about what happens behind the scenes, this session will arm you with the tips and tricks that power some of the world’s most iconic shows.

Sessions and schedule subject to change.
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Tony Simmons

Editor
Tony Simmons is a highly experienced television editor with nearly 30 years in the industry. Trained in post-production at the BBC in London, where he spent eight years, Tony went on to build a distinguished freelance career specializing in multi-camera reality and talent “shiny... Read More →
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Andy Thomas

Executive Producer
Hailing from the valley’s of South Wales, UK - Andy fled the British shores for the California coastline all for a girl & has built a successful career in unscripted television. Working across various genres, from doc-series, to gameshows, to competition reality - story is at the... Read More →
Wednesday September 30, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Room 320 (Morris J Wosk Centre for Dialogue) 580 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1L6

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