New York Film Academy

Technical Assistant

June - August 2019 • New York City, NY

What I liked

The opportunity to communicate and work with budding film students was enjoyable and fulfilling. Some of the students I worked with even inspired me to develop more of my skills as a filmmaker.

What I wish was different

I wish I had more time to work with some of the adult programs and instructors.

Advice

If you work with younger students, guide them along in ways that will maintain both their safety and their overall vision. I've heard of other TAs who "took over" students' projects and in the end they were kept safe, but were somewhat dissatisfied with their finished product.

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Editing Instructor

June - August 2019 • Boston, MA

What I liked

Co-workers were amazing and my boss was fun and understanding.

What I wish was different

Absolutely nothing!

Advice

Network on your own and shoot for the stars while being yourself. You can accomplish great things, meet amazing people, and help inspire those around you!

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Technical Assistant

June - August 2019 • New York City, NY

What I liked

Very hands on and got to utilize my filmmaking skills and knowledge to mentor kids.

What I wish was different

Wish they offered more hours or a higher wage.

Advice

Meet and make friends with the other employees.

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Teaching Assistant (Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School)

May - August 2018 • Harvard, MA

What I liked

Great work culture

What I wish was different

Advice

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Residential Advisor

June - August 2018 • New York City, NY

What I liked

I loved interacting with all the students. It wasn’t great because many of them came from countries as far as South Africa and Korea. It was interesting learning about how much different their home country was from nyc.