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Why I Say “Pick Up” When I Mess Up | A Secret to Editing Smarter | Think Like a Producer


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If you’re a mission-driven expert, author, consultant, or executive who wants to become the known authority in your industry in 2026, this bonus Think Like a Producer episode is your roadmap.

Hosted by Jamie Maglietta — veteran CNN/Fox News show producer and creator of the (ON CAM) Ready Visibility Program.

Ever stumble mid-sentence while recording and feel tempted to start over? Here’s a pro tip from the control room.

I’m Jamie Maglietta, a former CNN & FOX News Channel producer and the founder of (ON CAM) Ready. In this episode, I’m teaching you the one word that can save you hours in editing and keep your confidence high when filming podcasts, YouTube videos, or social media clips. You’ll learn:

  • What an “edit word” is — and why TV producers use it every day
  • How to use “Pick Up” to mark a redo cleanly in your footage
  • How it keeps guests calm and editors organized
  • How it helps you stop over-recording and build on-camera confidence
  • Bonus: timestamp logging tips from live-TV production
  • If you want to create smoother, more professional content — this tip will be a game-changer.

🎧 Related videos: • When Guests Freeze on Camera – What to Do • Don’t Chase Perfect, Chase Prepared

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Chapters:

00:00 Intro – What “Pick Up” Means

00:42 The TV Producer’s Edit Word Explained

01:20 Why This Saves Hours in Editing

02:30 Bonus Tip – Write Timestamps While Recording

03:15 Examples of Using “Pick Up” Naturally

04:45 How to Teach Your Guests to Use It

06:20 Confidence Through Preparation

07:00 Visibility Program + Free Coaching Info

07:40 Wrap Up + Subscribe CTA

Quotes to listen out for:

  • “One word can save you hours of editing — mine is ‘Pick Up.’”
  • “Don’t start over — just say ‘Pick Up’ and keep rolling.”
  • “Preparation and structure build confidence on camera.”
  • “Even TV anchors use edit words to sound fluent and authentic.”
  • “Perfection isn’t the goal — clarity is.”
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Think Like a Producer | (ON CAM) ReadyBy Jamie Maglietta (ON CAM) Ready