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D.E.
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How do I go about landing screenwriting employment?
How do I go about this? I'm a college grad with an AA and BA in Film and Video. I'm trying to apply for remote employment on Career Village, but it keeps sending me to the question page instead of the employment process. Now, what do I do?
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Dr H
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Hey D.E., I totally get how frustrating it is when a website isn’t cooperating just when you’re ready to take the next step
Also, Michelle’s advice is spot on—she suggests keeping an eye on Career Village’s LinkedIn feed for job postings and, if the site keeps redirecting you, then Perhaps there is a minor tech issue with the student page for applying on employments so emailing your resume and cover letter directly using the contact info on their website cna help! This way, you bypass the glitch and make sure your application gets noticed. 💪
One last thing since you already got great advice, Michelle reminds you that screenwriting is a bit different from typical job roles—you’re selling your script or idea rather than landing a traditional “job.” With your AA and BA in Film and Video, you’ve got a strong foundation. If you already have a completed script or treatment, consider platforms like Coverfly, InkTip, Open Screenplay, or even Virtual Pitch Fest to showcase your work to producers and industry insiders.
In addition to what Michelle mentioned, here are a few extra suggestions which I hope helps! 🥸
Try to Join screenwriting groups, attend virtual workshops, or even local film festivals. Building genuine relationships with fellow writers and industry professionals can open doors that a standard application might not.
Build Your Online Presence: Create a blog or social media profile focused on your screenwriting journey. Sharing your progress and insights can help you attract attention and even collaborators who might be looking for fresh talent.
Look into workshops or mentorship programs in screenwriting. Sometimes a seasoned mentor can provide valuable feedback and guide you toward opportunities you might not discover on your own.
Remember, the path in creative fields is rarely linear. Every script, every pitch, every conversation is a step forward. Keep writing, keep refining your work, and stay open to various opportunities—even ones that might initially seem small. So stay persistent and flexible mate! 🤗
Your passion and credentials speak for themselves. Keep the faith, keep hustling, and remember that every challenge is just another opportunity to grow. You've got this—happy writing, all the best and if you need anything be free to reach out, we are here for you man! 😎
Also, Michelle’s advice is spot on—she suggests keeping an eye on Career Village’s LinkedIn feed for job postings and, if the site keeps redirecting you, then Perhaps there is a minor tech issue with the student page for applying on employments so emailing your resume and cover letter directly using the contact info on their website cna help! This way, you bypass the glitch and make sure your application gets noticed. 💪
One last thing since you already got great advice, Michelle reminds you that screenwriting is a bit different from typical job roles—you’re selling your script or idea rather than landing a traditional “job.” With your AA and BA in Film and Video, you’ve got a strong foundation. If you already have a completed script or treatment, consider platforms like Coverfly, InkTip, Open Screenplay, or even Virtual Pitch Fest to showcase your work to producers and industry insiders.
In addition to what Michelle mentioned, here are a few extra suggestions which I hope helps! 🥸
Try to Join screenwriting groups, attend virtual workshops, or even local film festivals. Building genuine relationships with fellow writers and industry professionals can open doors that a standard application might not.
Build Your Online Presence: Create a blog or social media profile focused on your screenwriting journey. Sharing your progress and insights can help you attract attention and even collaborators who might be looking for fresh talent.
Look into workshops or mentorship programs in screenwriting. Sometimes a seasoned mentor can provide valuable feedback and guide you toward opportunities you might not discover on your own.
Remember, the path in creative fields is rarely linear. Every script, every pitch, every conversation is a step forward. Keep writing, keep refining your work, and stay open to various opportunities—even ones that might initially seem small. So stay persistent and flexible mate! 🤗
Your passion and credentials speak for themselves. Keep the faith, keep hustling, and remember that every challenge is just another opportunity to grow. You've got this—happy writing, all the best and if you need anything be free to reach out, we are here for you man! 😎
Michelle M.
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Hello, D.E. !
Sometimes Career Village will post employment notices on their Linked In feed, so you may want to create a Linked In profile for yourself and follow them to become aware of when they hire. The Advisors on here, such as myself, are volunteers. If you are interested in giving students advice on college and career matters with the expertise in your field or academic processes, go to the link I provided below and click on the "I'm here to volunteer" option. If you want to apply for a job, e-mail your resume to them and a cover letter indicating what position you are applying for. You can find their e-mail address at the link below. It'd be great to read the website for more information.
Since you have a Bachelors Degree in Film, I would be happy to advise you on how to get work, but sort of surprised that your college and degree didn't prepare you to know how to get work. Are there any particular obstacles that I can address because the path in Film and Video certainly should have informed you how one obtains work in the industry.
For television, there really aren't any TV stations in Salem, New Hampshire. You would have to visit Salem Community Television's office and pitch a show idea to them once you have a concept for a show. Most dramas, series and sit-coms are produced in Hollywood/Los Angeles and the television writers land their jobs through years of experience and heavy networking in the industry and people getting to know their work.
For Screenplays, you do not exactly "get hired" rather you sell your script. Film school or a major in college teaches students how to do this. You would have to write a screenplay that you send to producers or people requesting scripts. I just know that the magazine The Writer will carry these notices sometimes. You will need to do an internet search for the screenplay markets or even stage plays, too. But first you have to have a completed script with a treatment.
If you have vital questions on what to do for your career, you might consider going for a Masters Degree in film or enrolling in film school to get a full understanding before attempting to go professional. If you already have a treatment and a full script, you can utilize these websites: Coverfly, InkTip, Open Screenplay, Done Deal Pro, Virtual Pitch Fest and WeScreenplay. Through these resources, producers may look at your scripts and there may be opportunities for collaboration with other writers. Remember to also visit the college you graduated from, your Major department may know of some local opportunities that are not listed on the internet.
My advice is that if you do not know how to obtain paid projects yet, more college or film school would be your best bet. Keep writing and coming up with ideas for shows, even game shows, and be as versatile as possible. Best wishes in all you do !
TO VOLUNTEER AT CAREER VILLAGE, CHOOSE THE VOLUNTEER OPTION https://www.careervillage.org/join/for-students/
TO APPLY FOR EMPLOYMENT AT CAREER VILLAGE, SEND A RESUME TO THE E-MAIL ADDRESS ON THEIR CONTACT PAGE https://www.careervillage.org/about/contact/
Sometimes Career Village will post employment notices on their Linked In feed, so you may want to create a Linked In profile for yourself and follow them to become aware of when they hire. The Advisors on here, such as myself, are volunteers. If you are interested in giving students advice on college and career matters with the expertise in your field or academic processes, go to the link I provided below and click on the "I'm here to volunteer" option. If you want to apply for a job, e-mail your resume to them and a cover letter indicating what position you are applying for. You can find their e-mail address at the link below. It'd be great to read the website for more information.
Since you have a Bachelors Degree in Film, I would be happy to advise you on how to get work, but sort of surprised that your college and degree didn't prepare you to know how to get work. Are there any particular obstacles that I can address because the path in Film and Video certainly should have informed you how one obtains work in the industry.
For television, there really aren't any TV stations in Salem, New Hampshire. You would have to visit Salem Community Television's office and pitch a show idea to them once you have a concept for a show. Most dramas, series and sit-coms are produced in Hollywood/Los Angeles and the television writers land their jobs through years of experience and heavy networking in the industry and people getting to know their work.
For Screenplays, you do not exactly "get hired" rather you sell your script. Film school or a major in college teaches students how to do this. You would have to write a screenplay that you send to producers or people requesting scripts. I just know that the magazine The Writer will carry these notices sometimes. You will need to do an internet search for the screenplay markets or even stage plays, too. But first you have to have a completed script with a treatment.
If you have vital questions on what to do for your career, you might consider going for a Masters Degree in film or enrolling in film school to get a full understanding before attempting to go professional. If you already have a treatment and a full script, you can utilize these websites: Coverfly, InkTip, Open Screenplay, Done Deal Pro, Virtual Pitch Fest and WeScreenplay. Through these resources, producers may look at your scripts and there may be opportunities for collaboration with other writers. Remember to also visit the college you graduated from, your Major department may know of some local opportunities that are not listed on the internet.
My advice is that if you do not know how to obtain paid projects yet, more college or film school would be your best bet. Keep writing and coming up with ideas for shows, even game shows, and be as versatile as possible. Best wishes in all you do !
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