Stand By...

So I've been a little lax on updating my blog the past couple of days. Recent events have occurred in my life that have turned my world upside down (and stolen a lot of my free time). Let's start from the beginning.

So, I'm perusing craiglist for job listings and the occasional peek at the Missed Encounters section, that shit makes me laugh so hard. Do those people really think anyone is going to respond?! Anyway, I'm scanning craigslist, when on a whim, I decide to see if there are any cool internships available. This one listing instantly catches my eye: INTERN FOR THE EDITORIAL DEPT OF A FEATURE FILM. I'm not really sure how interested I am in editing, but just working on a feature would be awesome so I applied, sending a resume, cover letter and contact info for a reference.

Next thing I know, I get an email asking me to interview. I show up, and the interview goes great. When I say great, I mean fucking fantastic. We were laughing, joking and going way over the amount of time I usually spend in interviews. Apparently, they were extremely impressed by the letter of recommendation they received from my reference. Thanks Doc! The job doesn't sound particularly exciting, mainly logging and labeling, but whatever.

So I'm thinking I've got this shit wrapped up right. I buy a 30-day Unlimited Metrocard, since I figure I'll be traveling to Brooklyn a lot. The days start pass. I get worried. Finally, an email comes. They decided to go in a different direction. Fuck. But they really liked me, so they decided to refer me to another person working on the film who was also looking for interns. Whoo. A series of emails and calls ensue between me and a Linda Slater, the First Assistant Camera on the film. She thinks I'd make a good camera intern and I'm working on the set the next day.

So far, I'm really enjoying myself. I love the people and the atmosphere. The shoot times are pretty crazy; I got home at 5 in the morning today. I'm learning so much about cameras and cinematography from Linda and the Director of Photography, Chris Levasseur. Plus, the shoots are catered, and they really go all out. The snacks table is full of everything from Rice Krispies and Fruit by the Foot to Nutella and potato pancakes. The one thing I'm not liking, is how I'm back to drinking coffee to help me stay up on the shoots. I hate the way that stuff makes me feel. I view it as a vice. Speaking of vices, everyone on set smokes, blech. I've never been offered so many cigs in my life, but I always remember to just say no.

I'm just so glad to be on a set working with professionals who are also great people. I'll definitely be updating my blog with funny stories (read embarrassing) and adventures from my time on set. I actually have the weekend off, and I'm heading back to New Hampshire. Whoo 603!! I'm glad I came to New York this summer. Things happen here. I like that.

Peace,

Kim