Future Employment

As I mentioned in my last post I have such a passion for video that I can't see myself working in any other area when I graduate. However, I still have a small dilemma in the fact that I am still unsure yet of what area specifically I would like to work in. Having had a film nominated for the Fingal Film Festival really gave me a boost to say that I can do this and it is possible, but in the back of my mind is was a small hindrance. I worked solely alone on that film when it came to camera, directing, editing etc. So I myself am yet to realise which area I excel in most, although the fact it was nominated alone stands to me and I am proud of that.

I have had different individuals praise my work and that for me is the most satisfying thing. Having spoken to lecturers from ITB as well as other colleges, they all feel I should carrying on and look for a profession in video and have suggested continuing with education and pursuing a Masters Degree in film. To me that couldn't be anymore of a push to say go get where you want to be.

Being creative is such a wonderful thing and I think being able to tap into different areas over the course is great. One thing I did find myself quite good at was marketing. There is no such thing as a bad idea as it can be altered somewhat and I love that about marketing. You can think of some of the most outrageous ideas possible and it won't be shot down as it could be used somewhere. Having that creative license to get creative and not having and shackles on is quite refreshing and it also gets broad in the sense that there is video involved as well as graphics and visuals.

I have spent time as well looking out for the jobs in the industry for media graduates and a lot of those positions are for marketing jobs and social media jobs. I myself find this a bit disheartening as there isn't as many video jobs out there as I would like. It is a tough industry to break into but with the portfolio I have and the work ethic I carry I feel I can get where I want to be.]