Assignment 1 Manuel Bujosa

Matthew Wright
Content Producer

Interviewed by Manuel Bujosa

1. Can you briefly define your job to me?

I am a content producer. My primary position is video editor. I design and edit programs, film and other media.

2. How did you get started in this business?

I went to film school and got a film degree in 1984. I worked with corporate video in the 80’s, then 8 years as a media arts instructor. Now, I am a freelance editor.

3. How do you tell someone over you (your boss) that you can't accomplish an assigned task?

I don’t do that. The only way this can happen is if a task needs to be completed in a matter of time in a location where I’m not available, but in my experience, there is always a way to accomplish a task. As an editor, I present solutions and sometimes tend to over-think the outcome. Problem-solving is a rule of thumb for producers.

4. Do you have any advice for a media student who is just starting out?

You have to have a genuine passion. If you find you don’t like learning new programs, don’t do it. You should enjoy doing it. Always stay up-to-date with the latest technology, Final Cut, Photoshop, Flash, etc. Learn the basics of videography. The best thing to do is to be well-rounded in audio, mixing, and software, and keep up with industry standards of designing.