Studio Production: Applying/ Receiving Roles



Applying

 After pitching we all had to put our names down for the jobs that we wanted. Before this step I was so sure of what I wanted to apply for, but when it came down to it, I wasn't so sure and it took me a while. My choices where as followed;  
  1. Studio Camera/ VT Director
  2. Director
  3. Vision Mixer

When applying, I saw the tab that said "Lead camera/ VT Producer". I had originally put this down but then I thought about what producing entailed and I bottled it. The idea of creating content seemed a little mundane for me as I did not enjoy making scripts before. I remember finding it quite tedious because of all the different little format rules you would have to follow in order to make an industry standard script. So I applied for what I knew I would enjoy, I went for the safe option.


Interviewing Process

I enjoyed this process because I went in with one set of thoughts and came out of the room with a completely different set of thoughts. After being congratulated on my updated CV Layout, Helen went through my options with me and asked me why I chose the roles I did. 
She explained to me that there was no need for me to be intimidated by the VT Prodcuer role because I was more than capable of accomplishing what was required. After she broke it down for me, explaining that; 
  1. A VT Producer would put forward their ideas and take the lead on the VT teams ideas, selecting the ones that I thought would be good enough.
  2. Overseeing and creating content
  3. Working with Directors, ensuring that they create the vision that I would have as well as what they would want.
  4. Lead Camera will also oversee the other cameras and make sure everyone knows when to white balance etc


After going through these options, I was able to understand that I am more than capable of achieving this. I genuinely enjoy taking charge of situations in order to get the best results for a final product, so I was more inspired by what Helen had told me. I was very happy that she saw potential in me and wanted me to try something out of my comfort zone.

I then left the room feeling much more confident about myself and confident that I'll be able to take on a new challenge.



Receiving the roles

I was not surprised when I received the VT Prodcuer Role and Lead camera due to our previous discussion but I was a little surprised at the idea that was chosen as it didn't seem as origninal to me at the time. Nevertheless, I was still really excited about my role and ready to take on the next challenges that come my way. 

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