Entry-Level Positions for Aspiring Film Post Production Supervisors
Brandi, a Film Post Production Supervisor, learned that career advancement should never compromise personal well-being; the industry's acceptance of toxic work environments for the sake of opportunity is a mistake, as "it's never worth it to take a job with somebody who's not gonna treat you well," and better opportunities exist.
Workplace Culture, Mental Health, Professional Relationships, Career Satisfaction, Ethical Considerations
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Brandi Craig
Film Post Production Supervisor
Film & TV Production Studio
UCLA
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Ethnic & Related Studies
Arts, Entertainment & Media
Operations and Project Management
Disabled, LGBTQ
Video Highlights
1. Prioritize working with people you like and respect; a positive work environment is crucial for well-being and career success.
2. Negative work environments, even if offering great opportunities, can significantly impact mental health; such opportunities aren't worth the cost.
3. There are always other opportunities; do not settle for environments that do not treat you well or compromise your well-being
Transcript
What is one lesson that you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
It is rarely worth it to work with someone you do not like or respect in order to advance in your career. That has been something that people in the film industry have taken for granted for a very long time.
They might think, "I've heard this person is a monster, but I want this success and these opportunities, so I will work for them." They might look the other way and take the job, even if it costs them their mental health.
I've seen that happen over and over again. I've also seen "crappy people" get rewarded, and that's not great either. But it's never worth it to take a job with somebody who's not going to treat you well, or in an environment that won't treat you well.
Sometimes it's not just one person; it's a whole setup, a whole production team, that makes the job unpleasant. It's not worth it. You'll find something else. There's another opportunity waiting for you.
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