Sunday, May 27, 2012

Great Interview with a "Parks and Rec" Writer

HuffPo TV has a lovely interview with "Parks and Rec" writer, Aisha Muharrar. It's really funny and informative about what it's like to become a writer and work on my favorite sitcom! Take a read!

Here's my favorite bit:

3. Aisha's first big break came when she interviewed with Bill Oakley and Josh Weinstein, two writer/producers who ran The Simpsons during seasons seven and eight. While she had initially interviewed with them to be their assistant, the job never materialized. However, the two were willing to read her writing. They were so impressed with her work that they offered her the chance to write for Sit Down, Shut Up! While the show didn't last long, it led to Aisha landing an agent and being sent out on her first staffing season. She met with different shows, but the best fit came when she met Greg Daniels and Michael Schur of Parks and Recreation.
How cool, right?

Also, you can watch Aisha in this super funny FoD video she wrote and produced, "Black Best Friend." It's funny because it's true!






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