Rounding out the internship
Each day counts. With about three weeks left, there is a strong need to maximize my time at work talking to people, asking questions, watching and learning. Everyone has something that you can learn from. Whether it is finding out the way an editor edits, attending a casting interview, or assisting on any type of shoot, it is great to learn more about the entire process. Today I learned about casting for both Challenge and Cake Boss. Since these shows each have their strengths, it’s fun to be able to work for shows other than FN Challenge to see how those shows operate. High Noon is a powerhouse in production and is a great resource for learning as much as I can about television production. In addition, Denver is a great place to live. I wouldn’t mind returning after I graduate. It will even be pretty hard leaving in three weeks.
My friends from Columbia visited this week. I have been roommates with her since freshman year. This summer is our first time apart in quite some time. It’s bizarre and great to have visitors. Bizarre because I knew no one out here initially. To see someone that I’m so familiar with in another city when we aren’t roommates anymore shifts my thoughts. Playing host is also a challenge. It’s necessary to make sure to pack in a lot and figure out what would make them most happy. I did plan a pretty good weekend–
Friday night: hanging out in the hipster bars in South Broadway
Saturday: hiking, Brews and Blues on Old South Pearl Street near DU. Saturday night: dancing at Rock Bar
Sunday: Whitewater rafting on Clear Creek (class 4 rapids on cold water), shopping downtown
Needless to say, they left very satisfied and loving Denver.