Today we’re excited to be connecting with Adrian Morales Ramos again. If you haven’t already, we suggest you check out our prior conversation with them here.
Adrian, always such a pleasure connecting with you and thank you for sharing your stories, insights and inspiring messages with our community. We’re looking forward to getting the download and what you have been up to since our last interview, but first can you briefly introduce yourself to folks who might have missed the prior conversation.
¡Hola!
Thank you for inviting me back. My name is Adrián Morales Ramos I am a film and tv editor originally from Spain.
As a film editor, I consider myself a storyteller, weaving together visuals and sound to craft narratives that resonate with audiences. My journey began in Andalusia, Spain, where a passion for storytelling led me to explore various facets of film-making across Europe and the United States. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working on a diverse array of projects, from feature films and award-winning shorts to high-profile commercials and music videos. Each project has been an opportunity to delve into the nuances of narrative construction, shaping stories that captivate and engage. Stories allow us to explore and analyze our own emotions, making it an adventure to push beyond our usual limits through them..
Since then, my journey has taken me across Europe and the U.S., working in journalism, documentary, and narrative fiction before fully embracing editing as my craft. I have edited feature films, short films, commercials, and music videos, always looking for ways to shape stories that connect with audiences. From intimate indie projects to global campaigns for brands like Netflix, Disney, and Google, I have been fortunate to work with incredible creatives from all over the world.
Recently, I founded 2 Frames Left, Inc., a post-production company dedicated to the intricacies of editing and the broader post-production process. With collaborators on both coasts of the U.S. and in Europe, particularly Spain, we aim to bring a global perspective to our work, ensuring that each project benefits from a rich tapestry of cultural insights.
Editing, to me, is about finding the rhythm that gives a story its heartbeat. A single cut—or the choice to hold a moment longer—can shift the entire emotional weight of a scene. A stern look can have a thousand meanings depending on where it goes, from hatred to admiration. It’s a process of constant discovery, shaping emotion through timing, silence, and contrast. That search for the most honest and impactful way to tell a story is what makes editing endlessly fascinating.
Awesome, so we reached out because we wanted to hear all about what you have been up to since we last connected.
2020 kicked off with a bang—I was working on commercials for big names like Target and Roku, and collaborating with music artists I’ve admired my whole life. One of the projects I was most excited about was a major Adidas commercial. The pitch was exciting, everything was ready to go… until the pandemic lockdowns started that very same week. Like so many others, that project got shelved, and the first few months of uncertainty were tough. But work had to keep moving, and remote workflows quickly became the new normal.
Amid all the chaos, I was honored to be part of the special Ultimate Home Championship, a charity event produced by YouTube to support first responders and global UN efforts to stop the pandemic. It was a wild mix of talent—sports legends like Steph Curry, Von Miller, and DeAndre Jordan, alongside influencers and YouTubers like Ninja—competing in absurd at-home challenges. It was one of those surreal projects that somehow managed to bring some lightness to a really heavy time.
2021 and 2022 were definitely some of the busiest years I’ve had. I worked on a variety of commercials, including projects for Nespresso, Lululemon, and Xbox. There were also some really exciting, fun new formats for game shows, many of which could be filmed partially remotely. The participants and sponsors ranged from Netflix to the US Navy, and some even had elements of virtual reality! This led to some cool collaborations with META, as I dove into VR media, editing game shows and trailers for titles like Barbaria and Dungeons of Eternity.
The documentary side of things kept me busy as well. I started working on trailers and eventually full-length films, with “Mosolov’s Suitcase” being one of the projects I’m especially proud of—it’s finally going to be released soon!
As we returned to some kind of “normal,” the biggest challenge for me was figuring out a better work-life balance (still working on it!). I also realized how important it is to delegate more and collaborate with others, which was a big shift in my approach to work and the seeds to what 2 Frames Left is today.
I have to say, the true highlight for me during this period was working on the reboot of Yo! MTV Raps. Having at my disposal the incredible hip-hop performances from world champion dancers, music legends, and up-and-coming stars; was so much fun. The energy was electric, and being able to bring that intensity to life was such a thrill.
I’ve also had a blast collaborating with Spanish filmmakers on projects focused on music and sports, getting the chance to hang out with and interview some big music and soccer players from both sides of the Atlantic.
We have now arrived at one of our favorite parts of the interview – the lightning round. We’ll ask you a few quick questions to give us all some fun insights about you.
- Favorite Movie: Adaptation (2002)
- Favorite Book: Moving Pictures by Terry Pratchett
- Favorite TV Show: Better Call Saul
- Favorite Band or Artist: Yoko Kanno
- Sweet or Savory: Both
- Mountains or Beach: Beach
- Favorite Sport (to watch): Anime Soccer
- Favorite Sport (to play): Smash Bros.
- Did you play sports growing up (if so which ones): Handball
- As a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up: Archeologist
- French Fries or Onion Rings: Curly Fries
- Chuck Rhodes or Bobby Axelrod: Eddie Munson
- Favorite Cartoon growing up: Gargoyles
- Favorite Childhood movie: Back to the Future Part III
- Favorite Breakfast Food: Mollete con aceite y jamón
Life is often about tough choices – can you talk to us about your thought process, strategy or philosophy when it comes to making difficult choices or tradeoffs.
There is always all this pressure to hassle and take on opportunities when they rarely present themselves. It’s true that there is a lot of luck-plus-effort combinations involved in success. Being at the right place at the right time is key; but most importantly, being ready to take that opportunity.
Life can be overwhelming, and at times, we prioritize work (or others) over ourselves. The real challenge comes when that alignment happens, but you’re burnt out. You may not be able to take the chance, or you may take it when you can’t function at 100% and waste it.
Learning from these ‘failures’ is important—whether it’s by focusing on your needs, honing new skills, or prioritizing mental health to stay prepared for future opportunities. On the other hand, there is also the importance of knowing when to let go if you’re not in the right physical, mental, or emotional state; without punishing yourself.
I know work-life balance is a hot word and it’s overused, but I personally still struggle. However the longer my career goes, the more importance I feel this has. And the same way we should surround ourselves of ambitious and creative people to improve artistically, it’s good to help each other recognize when we are over-doing it and support each other.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.2framesleft.com
- Instagram: @adrianmr82
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-morales-/
- Other: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4718770/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
Image Credits
Don Frasco, Aya Nakano, Charles Ancelle, Yousheng Tang
