Juan Cabrera’s journey from a small town in Spain to some of Hollywood’s biggest blockbusters is a masterclass in creative grit and technical mastery. A self-taught artist with roots in animation and VFX, Juan found his calling in color grading, where storytelling meets science.

Whether contributing to "Star Trek Into Darkness" or "Star Wars: The Force Awakens," Juan’s work brings clarity, emotion, and cohesion to the screen. Today, he leads LightBenders, a post-production studio built on collaboration, innovation, and heart.

Juan opens up about how color shapes narrative, why early collaboration across departments matters, and what it means to build a career by staying curious and committed to the craft. If you’re navigating a creative path or want a behind-the-scenes look at how stories come to life on screen, tune in and be inspired.

🎯 What You’ll Hear:
✔ Juan’s path from early animation work in Spain to Hollywood post-production
✔ The artistic and emotional role of a colorist in storytelling
✔ How LUTs, HDR, and color theory impact what we feel on screen
✔ Behind-the-scenes insights from working on "Startup," "Star Trek," and more
✔ Why early involvement can save time, elevate quality, and spark creative breakthroughs

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