Vocation Station

As I was looking back on my accomplishments in college, I stumbled onto some of the videos I did for my video production class. I remember going to college and majoring in Broadcast Journalism because I knew I could work with audio/video production (my interest). The last two years at OSU were the best because I finally got to have classes that involved this type of creation. 

Career-wise, I'm not sure I ever expected it to go too far. The ability was there, but I think in regards to production, my creativity was always lacking a bit. My best work was done on teams (though my ideas seemed to get picked up often). 

I was thinking that in the 4 years since graduating, this form of career path has drastically changed. Now anyone can edit and post a video online (sometimes in professional quality). I learned that an iPod Touch can take HD video comparable to the HD Camcorders we used in class when edited properly in post-production.

I think this was always a hobby that I wanted to turn into a career, but I never really knew how to get into that field. It wasn't particularly glamorous as a field, but sitting around editing video seemed fun. 

Now that I am happy at my current job (that is slightly related), I realize I'm not sure what my "dream job" would be. Lately, I could see it involving music performance, professional writing, managing for a good company, owning business, editing video/audio, working in radio, or even some type of ministry. 

The guy that I worked with some projects on in those classes has gone on to form his own company based on animated videos that demonstrate in a short burst what a client's company is all about. It's actually quite impressive, and a part of me wishes I had thought to take a similar route. 

*Check it out here: http://www.explainify.com *

I know in life now that I am to use my talents in whatever I do to glorify God. I can pick and choose the ways that could apply to each potential dream job, but ultimately, it won't be entirely up to me. 

As I sit back and watch these videos, I'm reminded of a fun time of creativity. I think the knowledge gained in College is still valuable, and the degree will come in handy in some form. Right now I am a great position that I have no intention of leaving, and actually plan on climbing the ladder as high as I can take it. 

Does part of me still want to perform music or write novels or edit videos? Yes. But that part is reserved for my free time. 

I did not intend any great insight here (and was likely just filling space to show off these videos). Regardless, vocation can be a funny thing. May we all be privileged to fulfill our God-given callings.

Check out my videos below:

Roxanne: A re-do of the classic sting video with Don Fahrny as main character, and my former band "the Huntsmen" filling in as the lip syncing band..

Guitar Stalker: My brainchild about the guitarist whose relationship advice is to pursue the girl and woo her with music...his misguided attempt results in a more stalker-like situation. 

Charlie's Discount Drug Commercial: A quick promo for a drugstore. The premise is they know all their customers by name, and know them so well, that Don's outlandish behavior does not even phase them as they are used to it.