Meg (she/her) : Let’s start from the beginning. Why did you apply for this job?
Blue (she/her): Well, I applied because I’m proud of being from South London, and I found it interesting that there was a conversation about fairness for disabled people through art. I wanted to understand what’s happening locally and how we can make positive changes.
Meg: Great. Did you feel like you knew what you were working towards with filmpro?
Blue: At first, I had an idea, but it became clearer as we went along. Initially, I wasn’t sure how much I could contribute or why I was chosen. But as we discussed the project’s goals, like supporting groups who often get left out, I realized I could bring my passion to the work.
Meg: Definitely. What did you enjoy about working at filmpro?
Blue: It changed my view of work. I used to feel pressured to meet certain standards, but filmpro encouraged me to take things at my own pace and not feel bad about my disabilities. They respected my needs and allowed me to work more smoothly.
Meg: That’s great to hear. What could filmpro have improved upon?
Blue: Some things were out of your control, like the project’s length and budget. Having only one researcher felt overwhelming at times. Also, having more diverse perspectives, especially from black and brown disabled individuals, would have enriched the research process.
Meg: I agree, it’s tough to capture all perspectives under time pressure. Maybe having social activities outside of work could help balance things.
Blue: Yeah, celebrating finishing a project together would be nice.
Meg: Absolutely. So, what are you working on now?
Blue: I’m focusing on my own creative projects, like co-facilitating a workshop and working on my mosaics. I also have some theater projects in mind for the future.
Meg: Sounds busy! Well, it’s been fantastic working with you. This isn’t goodbye, just see you later.
Blue: Thank you, see you later Meg.
