Career questions tagged entertainment-industry
High school senior split between film school or business school: need advice?
Hey everyone, I’m really at a crossroads in my life and need some guidance from people who may have experience or insights into my situation. I’m deciding between two universities for my college education, and it’s a huge decision for me. Here’s a little about myself and my career aspirations, followed by the two schools I’m considering and why it’s such a tough choice. I have a strong passion for the entertainment industry and the intersection of business and media. I’ve been heavily involved in all aspects of film production, photography, videography, etc. several years. This past year I've also been building my own brand and website for photography, where I’ve also worked on various videography projects. My goal is to pursue a career that combines business management with creative media, particularly in the entertainment field. I want to lead creative projects, manage teams, and possibly even develop my own production business or do something in entrepreneurship. The two schools I’m considering are CU Boulder and Biola University, and they each offer a slightly different approach to achieving my goals. CU Boulder Major: Business (management or marketing) Minor: Media production (school of media and communications) Pros: CU Boulder offers a prestigious business program through the Leeds School of Business, which is highly ranked and provides solid fundamentals in management, marketing, and finance. The flexibility of pairing a business major with a media-related minor is appealing because it would allow me to maintain a strong business foundation while exploring creative media. CU Boulder is also a large, research-intensive university with a broad alumni network and plenty of opportunities to network with professionals in a variety of fields. CU is also well-known for its vibrant campus culture and I'd feel like I'd really be getting more of the "college experience" there Cons: The business and creative tracks seem to be somewhat separate, which could make it harder to integrate the two areas. I’d need to take more initiative to blend the creative and business sides of my education, which could be difficult given the large size of the school and the general focus on traditional business education. The Boulder area also isn't amazing for the industry I want to go into, and I feel it'd be harder for me to make connections and pursue relevant internships. Biola University Major: Media (Entertainment Business Concentration) Minor: Business Administration Pros: Biola offers a much more specialized and integrated approach, with a specific concentration on entertainment business. Their curriculum blends both creative and business aspects, covering everything from film production and screenwriting to entertainment financing and media law. This direct focus on the entertainment industry is exactly what I’m looking for, and Biola is also currently constructing a brand new state of the art facility for their media school. The small class sizes at Biola also mean I’d get more personalized attention from faculty and have closer connections with industry professionals. Plus, the industry proximity in LA is huge for building a career. Cons: Biola’s network is smaller than CU Boulder’s, and while it’s more industry-specific, it might be more limiting if I want to explore broader career options in the future. It’s also a much smaller university (my Dad calls it a no name school), which might not have the same range of extracurriculars or resources in other fields like business. I also don't love Biola's requirement of having to take a lot of required Bible classes, and the campus culture seems to be welcoming but also very restrictive and ultra-Christian. I don't want to feel like I'm missing out on the larger four year university experience. Biggest Questions I’m Facing: Do I want a broader, flexible business education, or do I want a more niche, entertainment-specific education? How much do the alumni networks and industry connections of each school matter for my future career? How important is it for me to have a more personalized, smaller school experience versus a larger, research-driven university? Given that I already have a lot of experience in media production, should I prioritize a school that gives me more space to develop business skills or one that focuses more on the entertainment industry specifically? I would really appreciate any feedback, whether it's based on your own experience or general thoughts on the pros and cons of each school. Any help in making this important decision would mean a lot, I'm still very split and have to decide soon. Thanks so much!
How do you network/make connections with college professors in schools with large classroom sizes? #Spring25
I'm a high school senior planning on attending UC Berkeley with film and media studies major! I'd love to work in PR or marketing for the entertainment industry. I've heard that making connections and networking is key to getting jobs in this industry, so I was wondering how I can do that while in college!
Film/TV/Entertainment Pros, how did you manage financially at the beginning of your career and do you have any advice?
I will soon be entering film school for producing, and I'm very excited. However, the film/tv industry is both gig-based and known for paying little during the beginning of a career. With the financial and time commitment of film school, I would like to know what I might expect for the beginning of my career. So, how did you make ends meet and financially support yourself while you got started in the industry?
What are the requirements for modeling and acting ?
A grade 11 learner passionate about acting and modeling #Spring 25!
How to become a producer?
Share your journey & guide aspiring producers on their path! Note: We've seen a lot of interest in this career, so we're looking for guidance from our community of professionals.
How can I get a scholarship and sponsorship visa to study acting in America? ?
I am from Sarajevo. *Note: This question was asked anonymously by a student.
How can I get paid to be a Dj?
Hello all, I'm currently a full-time college student enrolled in a Music Production Technology program at San Diego City College (former Art Institute student) and have been creating, writing and producing music since 2018. I have recently become interested in pursuing becoming a DJ for financial reasons and am looking for any advice on how to start getting paid and hired for gigs at bars, clubs and festivals underground or not. I'm excited but nervous about the career path and looking for direction. Thanks!
Is a career as a paralegal a good day job for actors?
Hi! I recently just graduated from NYU Tisch and have my B.F.A in Drama. After graduating, I decided to move back home and focus on building a solid foundation for my acting career. Part of being an actor is finding a good day job and I am tired of working in restaurants, so I did some research on obtaining a Paralegal certificate. From my research, I found that becoming a paralegal can provide great financial stability which is something that is very important however, I'm not sure if I would be able to balance being a paralegal and an actor. I would really like some advice if this is a good career path and if not could you some great day jobs for actors.
What degree should I major in if I want to be a Creative Director?
I am currently working in healthcare administration looking to pivot my career to creative directing. I have no clue where to start. I have interest in musical theater, production design, graphic design, and creative writing.
What is representation in acting?
For performing artists, what are the key roles I should know about? I've heard for actors, it is about management but I've also heard these people called agents, or representation.
What is the best way to get in front of casting directors?
I have dance and theatre experience and am a performing artist. I took some time off and it is still my dream and passion to work in entertainment. I am 33 years old! College doesn't feel like the right fit at my age. I don't have transportation or much means to speak of. I was working as a data analyst in the technology industry and was laid off. It sounds ridiculous, but it was a real wake up call. I idolize artists that have made impacts in fashion, music, film, tv, and on the stage. But I am absolutely clueless on what to do.
How to become a Director?
Share your journey & guide aspiring Directors on their path! Note: We've seen a lot of interest in this career, so we're looking for guidance from our community of professionals.
What do I need to know to start a part on becoming a TV host? How can I become a TV host? Why are there only few people in that career parth..?
I have a passion for speaking and sharing information and knowledge with people....and I look forward to doing it for the rest of my life. Thank you.
What is the best networking for potential actors and writers that is better than LinkedIn?
I’m currently creating a list of schools to apply to. What are the best networking apps for potential actors and writers to beyond that’s not LinkedIn?
How do I become a pop star?
I am looking into becoming a pop star. I understand this is a bit unrealistic but I know it's achievable.
When is it best to apply to post-production jobs?
About what months are best to apply to entry level jobs in post-production? i know the industry is a bit in flux at the moment, but I'd appreciate any advice.
As a freshman in high school who in the future wants to voice at what do you think I should start doing now to develop my voice acting skills for in the future when I'm able to voice act
I like to watch animated series such as anime and cartoons so I'm very interested in voice acting in one of my favorite animes that was not having English voiceover yet
What are the steps for a foreign dentist to practice dentistry in USA?
I'm a 25 years old foreign dentist practicing outside USA Knowing that I'm passionate single man & Holding a bachelor of Dental Surgery with 2 Years experience In all duties of a general Dentist.
I have some questions regarding welding and was hoping to get some help with them.
1. How great of a learning curve does welding have, does it get more difficult with time or easier? 2. What will be the most likely experience I'll have when I first start out welding in the workforce, will I be given a lot of opportunities to prove my worth or will it end up being a lot of grunt work? 3. What is the best advice you could give me in terms of getting better at welding aside from practice, are there any tips or tricks you could tell me? 4. What is the likelihood of being able to get into the entertainment industry or be a commercial diver as a welder?
What is the best field to pursue in the entertainment industry?
I may or may not be going to college next year, which means I need to choose a major. I don't have any interests in any other field besides the entertainment industry. I want to know which field is both satisfying and having a decent pay. Ex: animation, film, etc. However, I also want to know if it's worth getting a degree/major in this field. #animation #3d-animation #college-majors #entertainment-industry #iscollegeworthit
is it hard to find a job from an Entertainment Business major?
i want to under go the Entertainment Business major to hopefully work in the entertainment field #entertainment #entertainment-industry #entertainment-marketing #music-entertainment
When deciding where to go to college how important is it to access location?
The main reason I ask this question is because I am an aspiring entertainment journalist and I would like to know if it is helpful to go to college in a place like Boston or New York, or if it really doesn't matter as long as I am getting a good education. Being from Eastern Washington I see great value in moving somewhere with better job opportunity than where I currently am. #college #journalism #communications #entertainment-industry #location
Entertainment Industry, If I decide to go into the entertainment industry, What positions are there and if you are in or going to be in that same industry what are your plans?
The Entertainment Industry has always interested me,I want to find what I need to do to be on that path and if so get some advice from people who want to go in that industry or those already in the Entertainment Industry. #college #career #university #entertainment #academic-advising #performing-arts #entertainment-industry
What types of jobs are common for people working in the sports management or sports marketing industries?
I've always been interested in sports management and sports marketing because of my interest in sports and business. However, I'm not familiar with what kind of careers are available in these industries. #sports-management #sports-marketing #entertainment-industry
What is a "day in the life" of someone working in the Sports Marketing or Sports Management field?
I really enjoy watching and playing sports, and I'm also interested in studying business. I think that Sports Management and Sports marketing sound like really awesome careers that would combine both of these interests. However, I'm not sure what a typical day looks like for these careers, and what common tasks are for day to day work. #sports #sports-management #entertainment #sports-marketing #entertainment-industry
What classes should you take for entertainment management?
I want to go into the Entertainment Management side of things (though I'm still not sure exactly what job I want to target). I don't think I've seen "Entertainment Management" listed as a major in any of the colleges I've looked at. Do you know of any colleges that do? If not, what major am I supposed to pursue to end up in entertainment management? I always see sports management but I'm not interested in going in to sports. I also always see hotel management and I'm not interested in that either. I want to pursue more of managing actors or singers, or even putting on music festivals or red carpet events. #college-major #entertainment #media #event-planning #entertainment-industry #media-events
What are the most important skills to have to succeed in Entertainment Management?
I understand that networking plays an important role in the Entertainment Industry as a whole, which means social skills are a must in this industry, right? I worry because I can be a bit shy at times. Does this mean I will not be good in this field? I can be friendly, but I'm definitely not the "life of the party" kind of person. Also, people in this industry are often painted in movies and TV shows as ruthless, scheming, and manipulative. Would you say that's how most people are in this industry? Is that how you have to be in order to succeed in these jobs? I'm really interested in a job in Entertainment Management, but I'm asking these questions because if this is a field where I have to compromise my moral values, I think I would have to reconsider if I actually want to be a part of it. So, what qualities and skills do you believe one should possess to succeed in Entertainment Management? Does a lot of it rely on social skills? The ability to manipulate people? Organization? #entertainment #media #entertainment-industry
What jobs in the Entertainment Management field will let you travel the world?
I'm a 17 year old high school student with a burning desire to explore the world. I have done some research about possible jobs in the entertainment management field that involves travel. So far, I've discovered that International Event Planning and On-Site Coordinating will allow you to travel. These seem like good possible careers for me, but I'm curious what other jobs out there will let me travel, and even possibly let me stay in certain areas for a month or so. I feel as though there isn't much information on the jobs in the Entertainment Management field online. I'm sure there are so much more jobs in this industry that not a lot of people know about. Please let me know of jobs that you are aware about in this field that would grant me the opportunity to get to see the world. Thank you #entertainment-industry #music-entertainment
Best way to enter the entertainment industry on the business side
Hi everyone, I am currently a junior in college, and my professional future seems to be directed towards advertising. After an internship in marketing in general, I am interning this summer in an ad agency, on the data analysis side. Yet, my dream is to work in the entertainment industry, on the business side, either as an agent or in a studio. I was wondering what you would recommend to enter this industry where network is everything. Is it worth it to start as an assistant (at the bottom of the food chain) and then become an agent, potentially later switching to a studio? Or would you recommend starting in another industry (advertising for instance) and then switch over at a later date, probably higher up in the hierarchy? And more generally, what is your opinion on this industry? Thank you very much for your help! #marketing #entertainment #advertising #career-change #entertainment-industry #digital-advertising #entertainment-marketing