Today we’re joined by Linda. Linda is a phenomenal video editor who has done online media work for MTV, PBS digital studios, and the NHL. She mostly does short form content, but hopes to edit a fictional narrative some day. It’s clear she’s a driven and passionate artist who loves what she does, as you’ll soon read. My thanks to her for taking the time to participate in this interview.
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Please, tell us about your art.
I’m a video editor editing mainly short-form content, but I’d love to edit a fictional narrative. I find them to be the most creatively challenging.
What inspires you?
People who are trying to be the best form of themselves.
What got you interested in your field? Have you always wanted to be an artist?
Oh lord no, my parents were completely against going into the arts. They’ve always wanted me to find something more practical and technical to do. I found this summer film program in high school and quickly fell in love with the art of filmmaking, found my niche in editing, graduated with a B.A. film production, 2 years out of school, I’m still a freelancer but am constantly looking for full-time work.
I’ve always loved working with my hands. I guess that’s what makes me love knitting, crocheting, manuscript (calligraphy, handlettering), volleyball, and crossfit. None of those fell into art (except the calligraphy, which I play off as improving my handwriting), so it was hard to find something I really loved to do when I was younger.
Do you have any kind of special or unique signature, symbol, or feature you include in your work that you’d be willing to reveal?
When I’m a bit more comfortable in my skin, I can definitely share it in the future!
What advice would you give young aspiring artists?
Your work reveals who you are, embrace it
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Where on the spectrum do you identify?
A little between sex-repulsed and sex-neutral.
Have you encountered any kind of ace prejudice or ignorance in your field? If so, how do you handle it?
I haven’t really come out to the crews (they’re behind the scenes) I’ve worked with. But some of my colleagues outside work/my field has asked/told me “how do you know if you don’t try?”
I’ve tried explaining to them that I just don’t feel that sort of attraction, or any sort of sexual attraction towards anyone.
What’s the most common misconception about asexuality that you’ve encountered?
“You just haven’t found the right one.”
What advice would you give to any asexual individuals out there who might be struggling with their orientation?
Be patient with yourself. There is nothing wrong with you, you’re not broken.
Finally, where can people find out more about your work?
I actually don’t have a website lol, I don’t think I’ll have one until I’m full-time.
Thank you, Linda, for participating in this interview and this project. It’s very much appreciated.
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