Grant West discusses his background and journey into the film industry. He talks about growing up in North Carolina, his passion for making videos with friends, and his decision to pursue film in college. Initially interested in producing, he later discovered a love for design and directing. Grant also shares his thoughts on the role of a director and the importance of collaboration on a film set. Grant reflects on his experience at the School of the Arts during the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the challenges, he adapted well to the industry standards and had a positive outlook. He emphasized the importance of both hard work and enjoying the social aspects of the school. Grant also discussed the pressure and workload at the school, noting that some students thrived under it while others struggled. Overall, he had a great time and learned a lot from his colleagues and experiences.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

08:11 Thoughts on the Future and Planning

25:49 Transitioning to Directing

32:30 Adapting to Industry Standards

44:21 The Pressure and Workload at the School

51:55 Balancing Work and Play

01:02:33 Individual Experiences at the School