Career choices
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Career choices

Using the Rider Waite deck

I’m more of a beginner reader, and would like some more insight. Sometimes I second guess myself, especially when asking about things I really want. I’ve been job searching as a new grad, and have an interview coming up for a position in my hometown in my field I’m pursuing, but not exactly what I want to do. I also want to move cities. I originally applied a bit out of desperation and confusion if I was just meant to stay home. I asked two questions and let the cards fall out. For the cards on the left of the I asked, assuming I get this job, if I took it if I would feel happy/is this an opportunity I should pursue seriously.

Death: It would be transformative, giving me professional experience in the industry. Yes, I know Death isn’t necessarily bad, but in this context it feels more negative. Transformative, yes. But happiness? Not so sure.

4 of cups: I’d feel bored, and a bit like I settled. I’d still be thinking about other things.

3 of wands: I would literally be there looking out. But could also be telling me it’s a good opportunity that would set a good foundation long-term.

For the right of the line, I asked what will happen if I hold out for something I truly want/the other jobs I applied for.

The High Priestess: Called me out. I had an inkling earlier that something else was coming, and idk if this position was “it”. She’s telling me I know and to follow.

7 of pentacles: I’m still planting for something different, and patience is required. (but i’m tired of feeling like i’m only planting and nothings growing lmao)

3 of pentacles: Steady effort, Ill still be searching? Like perhaps the other positions I’ve applied for won’t succeed and there’s more searching?

The Sun: Success and new opportunities will come. Something that will truly make me happy.

4 of wands: A feeling of completion, celebration, and overall I’ll find something that will make me feel stable.

I know I’ve probably used more “generic” readings of the cards, but overall to me one seems better and more aligned with what I actually want rather than settling out of fear. But please. Anything I missed or a different lense would be great!

u/111glossy — 1 day ago

Recommendations to hone my skills.

I am a recent graduate of film school. I have mostly done production work, but also production design. Production Design is something I am really passionate about, but unfortunately, my school didn't have many opportunities to formally learn about it, besides one class and me just working on student projects with limited resources. As I am currently applying to jobs post-grad while I work my full-time retail job in the meantime, I'm looking for ways to expand my knowledge and hone my skills in the ways I can without working on sets, as I'm no longer in school and don't live in an area where there are film opportunities.

I'm wondering if anyone has any recommendations for things I can do in my free time to learn more and practice. This could be anything- books, YouTube channels, etc. to learn more theoretically, but also ways to practice tangible skills at a lower cost. In what ways could I use this effectively to expand my portfolio? Things such as practicing painting, how I could learn and practice fabrication, etc. I've toggled around SketchUp, just making things up for fun.

What have you done in your free time to practice/develop beneficial skills? How much of that work has actually been transferred successfully to a resume/portfolio without an actual position?

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u/111glossy — 4 days ago

Questions to ask when networking

Hi! I'm a new film school graduate currently in my job search. I have gotten the opportunity to talk to an amazing contact in the industry- an Academy Award Winner who's worked on several of the biggest blockbusters and film franchises. He works in stunts. This is a huge opportunity that he's willing to call me, which is really exciting, but I'm overwhelmed with what to ask and how to network "correctly". He works in a different department than I am interested in entering, so I'm wondering if anyone has advice on asking questions that align with what he does that would still give me good advice/answers that align with my goals. How specific to his line of work, mixed with general, should I be? How can I create an impactful and meaningful conversation that can lead somewhere? Thank you!!

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u/111glossy — 21 days ago

Email or LinkedIn message for a follow up?

I recently applied for a job I am really interested in. As a new grad, I'm very new to the correct formalities. The job was an easy apply on LinkedIn, but the job description said to email a resume and portfolio, which I of course did both. I saw the job poster (and company owner) downloaded my resume and viewed my profile. I'm thinking of sending a follow-up to express my interest, but I'm unsure if I should send it on LinkedIn to their profile or send another email. Maybe I'm overthinking but I want to make sure my etiquette is correct. Any help would be amazing!

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u/111glossy — 2 months ago