Meet Brad

Editor, Director, VFX Specialist and Founder of THE BACKLOT

EXPERIENCE

With over 20 years in the film industry, Brad Tobler brings a rare, full-spectrum perspective to the craft of storytelling. From his early days as an actor to becoming an editor and VFX artist on some of Hollywood’s biggest franchises, including Stranger Things, Star Wars, Yellowstone and Avatar. Brad has built a career by mastering both the art and the workflow behind the scenes.

GOAL

Now a director, educator, and the founder of The Backlot, Brad’s passion is helping the next generation of filmmakers develop real-world skills that actually translate into working in the industry. His deep experience across performance, post-production, and directing gives him a uniquely practical and holistic approach to teaching, one that you simply won’t find in film school or on YouTube.

I'm Brad

Editor, Director, VFX Specialist

This is my goal

I’m Brad, a professional editor and VFX artist who’s worked on shows like Stranger Things and 1923. I created Backlot to share what they don’t teach on YouTube — the actual tools, templates, and insider techniques that keep big productions organized and running smoothly.

If you’re ready to level up your storytelling, editing, and on-set know-how, you’re in the right place.

Stay creative — and see you on the Backlot!

The Backlot - VIP Access

Get unparalleled education straight from the pros working on the BIGGEST Hollywood shows.

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What is The Backlot?

A place where filmmakers from around the world come together to learn, share, and grow side by side. Yes, you will gain access to real Hollywood workflows shaped by nearly two decades inside productions like Stranger Things, Star Wars, and major studio films. But just as important, you are stepping into a living, breathing community built around collaboration, curiosity, and momentum.

Inside The Backlot, knowledge does not live in isolation. Lessons, breakdowns, challenges, and live sessions spark conversations, shared discoveries, and real connections with other editors, directors, VFX artists, and storytellers at every stage of their journey. You are not learning alone, and you are not competing for attention. You are surrounded by people who want to see each other succeed.