1. Where did you move from to attend the UO? And, briefly describe how you landed on the UO AAD program. Any interesting, funny, anecdotal stories/details are welcome.
>> I came to the AAD program by way of the School of Music and Dance. I was attending Northwest Missouri State University, and looking for masters programs in collaborative piano performance. As exciting as endless hours in a practice room can be, I heard the call of Arts Administration from across campus. I took that winter off from school and returned in the Spring of 2014 to begin some coursework.
2. Area of concentration in AAD?
>> Performing Arts Management, with a certificate in Nonprofit Management.
3. Describe your knowledge and use of technology systems. Responses should include the following:
>> I use both Mac and PC platforms at home (One custom-built PC desktop, and a laptop of each). I also carry an iPhone 5s that helps keep my schedules and communications in order.
>> Once upon a time I studied Cinema, both academically and on the production side, so I’m well-versed in various modes of photography, editing, studio recording, and live sound reinforcement.
4. What software do you commonly use? Briefly describe purpose/application for software on your list.
- Microsoft Office Suite, for all things office, finance, and for professional communication needs
- Eden Financial Software, accounting functions at Lane Transit
- Quicken Home & Business, for business accounting
- Open Broadcaster Software, for video game live streaming and local recording
5. Do you have any graphic design or media production/management experience? Have you taken any graphic design or media production courses?
>> As a hobby, I’ve created some youtube videos of video game play-throughs. For channel artwork, I limped through GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program). Coursework in media production (University of Iowa) includes:
- Modes of Film and Video Production
- Intensive Audio Workshop
- Nonfiction Production
- True Fiction Production Seminar (focusing on ‘fake’ documentary or ‘mock’umentaries)
6. Know anything about typography?
>> Only there are various terms and measurements regarding font features, spacing between letters, height of crossbars, serifs, etc. – also, that I would really enjoy it.
7. Do you use Web 2.0 apps? Name those that you use or are familiar with.
>> Nope.
8. Do you use Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, Vine, Yelp, etc.)? Name those that you engage in.
>> Facebook, Twitter, Youtube
9. Tell me something unique about yourself.
>> I worked at a gourmet confectioners for a few years in the San Francisco bay area. So much chocolate!
10. Anything else?
>> What happens if a student taking this course goes away (on leave or otherwise) during winter term. Is it possible to jump back in the following year’s winter term?
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