It’s that time again. Today in our continuing series of Inside Grey San Francisco interviews we’re taking a intimate peek into the wonderful world of Media Supervisor, Andy Anderson. Sit back and spend a moment or two learning about some of the secrets behind the myth, the man the legend.
What is your favorite word?
Proliferation! It’s just sexy enough to make a person appear smart.
What is your least favorite word?
No! Just ask anyone who really knows me.
What turns you on creatively, spiritually or emotionally?
Music. I know I wear my headphones a lot, and it’s not just to ignore my fellow co-workers. Music actually really helps me get through my day. And, depending on what I have to do, there is a different soundtrack that is played. Also, I have found myself sometimes just thinking about if I were in a tv show or movie, what would be playing with whatever I’m doing (hence the reason I randomly find myself dancing when no one else is).
What turns you off creatively, spiritually or emotionally?
Close minded people. Seriously, there is just no reason for that.
What sound or noise do you love?
I love background instrumentals in music that are marching band-esq. Currently, the best song that illustrates this is “New Soul” by Yael Naim. Also, a crowd pleaser… “Tusk” by Fleetwood Mac.
What sound or noise do you hate?
Sirens, whiney voices, alarm clocks and metal on metal grinding (think, BART through the transbay tunnel)
What is your favorite curse word?
Seriously? I get to answer this? I have two. One is less vulgar than the other and both could also be considered as some of my favorite words.
- The F bomb
- Ass Clown
What profession other than your own would you like to attempt?
I would actually like to be a dancer in one of the cheesy pop bands that are popular today, and I would DEFINITELY want to be on tour with Madonna and Britney. Or, I would also like to be an overrated, overpaid reality television star and preferably on “The Hills”.
What profession would you not like to do?
Media sales. I know how I am with people. Granted I have become a little less “pushy” in my old age; however, when I started I knew that I was a bitch to deal with. And, I wouldn’t be able to hold my tongue. And, I’m not really good at pushing something on a person if I feel it’s just a bad fit.
If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the Pearly Gates?
So, I’d like him to say, “Git in here now!” But, I think that I may actually hear: “Did you make a wrong turn? What in HELL are you doing here?”
How do you keep organized and manage your work load? What gadgets, habits or tools do you swear by and would recommend?
- Well, I love my Rhapsody subscription. Going back to my earlier statement, I need music to help me focus. And, I need an extensive music library to fit the needs of the workload.
- I love my double monitor. I’ve seen people use it before, but now that I have it, it’s very good for checking work, viewing publisher recommendations and entering in info into a presentation, etc.
- I hate paper. I will only print things out if I need to do something. If I print something out, I mean business.
- I love the publisher notebooks, and I have one dedicated to each of the accounts that I work on that way I don’t mix up my information.
- I actually HATE checklists. Ever since I’ve been working, I’ve learned to prioritize and keep lists in my head.
- I keep all emails in their own separate folders.
Any tips, tricks or pearls of wisdom you’ve developed in doing your job that might be useful to other people in your position?
The one rule of thumb that I make sure that everyone knows (and, I know my side of the building has heard me say it out loud): “I DON’T DO 9AM MEETINGS!” Also, I make sure that I align myself with only the best, brightest and smartest people when working. Hence the reason I’m back at Grey for my second tour of duty. Also, keep a folder of emails of praises that co-workers and clients have sent you. If you’re having a bad day, feel like kicking someone or feel like you may actually be an ass clown, pull up that folder and take a look. It’ll make you feel better, and it doesn’t hurt for pulling out info when you go in to ask for that big raise. (Kari and Tia are going to read this, right????) : Also, when you’re working at an ad agency, one can never have too much Gatorade, Advil or changes of clothes at your desk. HAHAHAHA!!!
[I’d added in my own question] Are you currently single?
Who would you like to see answer these questions next?
Okay, so this person would provide some interesting twists and turns to the questions here… I’d like to see Maura Lewis take a stab at these.
