Shooting week for Food Network Challenge
2 days of shooting done. 2 full days left.
I’ve learned that the job of a production assistant includes doing whatever they need me to do. We remove tripods from the floor when the cameramen don’t need them any more. We take care of the crew and provide water and snacks. We run and get batteries and new tapes as they are needed. I’ve ALSO learned that there is the potential to get really tired after each shoot (Tuesday’s shoot lasted from 5:30 a.m.-11 p.m.).Tip: wear good shoes because you WILL be on your feet all day.
Today, I sat in on one of the interviews, which I will get to see more of tomorrow. It was cool to see how the episode producer got the contestants to say what they needed. My goal is to learn as much as I can about the entire process of what goes into the production of a television show. Being in the studio is probably the best part. We met Yeardley Smith, the voice of Lisa Simpson, who was a guest judge for our Simpson’s Cake competition. The judges were so sweet. Kerry Vincent was nice to everyone and had great stores to share. The host Keegan was so down to earth. After the shoot, we checked out his restaurant D Bar in uptown Denver. The delicious desserts will bring me back for sure.