Assignment 1: Matt Grego

Jessica Conner
Assistant Director
Pittsburgh Film Office
Pittsburgh, PA
412.261.2744

(The office was closing at 5 and I was fortunate enough to talk to her although it was 5:15. Therefore, these comments are very brief.)

1. Can you briefly describe your job to me?

We are a non-profit organization that promotes the Southwestern region of Pennsylvania. Our goal is to reach out to film makers and interest them in coming here to shoot there films. I also help with annual fundraisers.


2. How did you get started in the business?

I started out as an intern and then later applied for a position here.



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

Well, this business is a little different since it’s more like a 9 to 5 job, but my advice is to start out small like a PA or working a camera and then advance into the area your interested in.


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

My advice would be what I just mentioned. Start off small and then advance your way into something that you would like to do.