TASK 001: Q & A
“Hi. So, uh, my name’s Nolan and my job is essentially the producer. If you don’t recognize me that’s probably because I’m usually behind the camera. Well- Anyways- Let’s get started, I guess.”
1. Do you get along with everyone on the crew?
“I would say that I do, yeah. I can’t imagine not being good friends with all of them. That would make this whole thing pretty awkward in my opinion, and I’m awkward enough without the help.”
2. What would you say landed you the position of the producer?
“I think that it’s because I’m really organized and reliable. In high school I never handed anything in late. I did the homework that didn’t even count for a grade. I think that they all knew that about me, and it made me a good candidate. I guess I’m pretty good at it too, since the videos are always up in time.”
3. How tall are you?
”Last time I measured I was six foot three, I think.”
4. Do you believe in star signs and all of that?
“Sure. I mean- I guess there’s a reason that they’re so popular and so many people believe in it. I really don’t think I’m in a position to not believe that stars can have an effect on personality. I chase ghosts for a living.”
5. Is it hard for you to be away from your family?
“Yes. I figured I’d be used to it by now- but I guess that it’s one of things you never really get used to. I miss my parents all the time. At least we have technology nowadays. Facetime is a life saver.”
6. What is your favourite article of clothing?
“In general I guess I’m really fond of hoodies. They’re nice and warm, but it’s not like a jacket that’s cumbersome to wear. Specifcally I guess my high school hoodie. Like- The one with the logo on it and everything, because it’s nostalgic as well as cozy.”
7. What is your biggest regret?
“As much as I want to be one of those people who is like ‘oh I have no regrets because everything is a lesson’ I actually have a lot of regrets. I would say that the least deep one would probably getting drunk for the first time at age fourteen. That was a really messy night.”
8. What advice would you give your future self?
“Keep doing what makes you happy, even if it’s not what you expected.”
9. What would you be doing if you weren’t part of the crew?
“I guess I would be in school. I had some scholarship opportunities but I put them on the back burner to do this. Figured I could always just go back to school when I’m older, but this is a once in a lifetime opportunity.”
10. Are you happier behind the camera?
“Yes! Definitely. Whenever I have to be the one asking the questions or trying to keep people entertained I totally panic. I’m much much better behind the scenes.”
11. What are your hobbies?
“I would say that reading is my number one hobby. It’s easy, too, since we have so much free time on the road. I also quite enjoy the editting factor of making videos, and I find myself looking forward to editting the footage when I know we’re done filming. Other than that I guess I like watching TV and sometimes playing video games. I also love to learn, so whatever way I can factor that into my spare time I will.”
12. Can you recommend some of your favourite books?
“Anytime someone asks me this question my go-to answer is The Book Thief. I know it’s not exactly unpopular or anything, but there’s a reason that so many people like it so much. I think the true test of a good novel is if it can make you feel something, and the end of that book had me crying. I’m not ashamed to admit it. There’s also All the Light we Cannot See, which is another World War Two based novel. As far as Young Adult series go I would recommend The Hunger Games and The Fifth Wave, because they’re really good. Of Monsters and Men series is great. The Way we Fall is about a plague and it was really good. The Maze Runner. I could really go on forever, but I’m going to force myself to stop now.”
13. Favourite album of all time?
“This is really hard, but I guess it would have to be one of Bastille’s albums. I can listen to them all the way through over and over again and never get tired of them. Also, Hozier’s album from like 2014. I don’t even remember the name but it makes me feel some kind of way.”
14. Did you enjoy high school?
“Yes, but I feel like I enjoyed it for reasons that most people didn’t. It wasn’t really the social scene that made the other stuff tolerable for me. I genuinely loved the classes and learning new things and studying. I know that’s pretty unheard of. A kid who loves to study. Not that I’m trying to be a hispter or anything- I just- I’m willing to acknowledge that I’m a little weird for enjoying the actually school part of high school. I honestly probably wouldn’t have engaged in any of the social activities if it weren’t for my friends pushing me out of my comfort zone.”
15. Do you have any siblings?
“Nope. I always wanted a sibling but I guess my parents felt differently.”
