How did you first hear about BAVC Media? Â
I had friends who were very active in the Bay Area Documentary Film Community. While I was on a visit from LA they took me to a party at BAVC Media in 2004.
Tell us your BAVC Media story.Â
I was a Feature Film Editor in Hollywood for 30 years, but when I moved to the Bay Area in 2005 I decided to leave the Entertainment Business. However, it is hard to stay away from one’s passions, and in 2010 I decided to make a documentary on Cuban music. I joined BAVC Media as a producer in order to be connected to a community of filmmakers. BAVC Media was a great resource for meeting people and keeping up to date on new technologies.
Later in 2016 I made the decision to go back to work as an editor. A friend of mine, who worked as a Production Designer, had been through the Tech SF program in order to shift her focus onto digital design. She spoke highly of the program; so I applied. Tech SF accepted my application and I started the program immediately. This has been a remarkable experience!
Not only am I being trained in state of the art digital technology but I am benefiting tremendously from the career counseling and job search skills that are offered. With the encouragement of my career counselor I have been reaching out to editors and producers in the Bay Area. After several informational interviews I am now working with Jim McSilver of Oakland Originals, a community based organization that creates documentaries spotlighting artists, musicians and thinkers who have made Oakland a unique and Original city. Â I am creating new video content to refresh and expand their website.
My next steps are to complete the certificate, rebuild my portfolio and be fully engaged as a free-lance video editor in the Bay Area. Thank you BAVC Media for helping me to design my future!
Why do you think others should get involved at BAVC Media? Â
BAVC Media is a tremendous resource for anyone interested in film or the digital world in the Bay Area. They offer training and an active community of professionals for all ages and skill levels.
