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Steve Jacobson

Creative Leader/Content Creator/Producer/Editor/Storyteller
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations - Computer and Mathematical Occupations
Westlake Village, California
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Sophia Feb 09 740 views

What skills are most important to know as a director starting out to gain respect, trust and quickly rise the ranks of the film industry? Which of these can I be practicing now as a sophomore in high school?

I am a sophomore in high school in Wisconsin but looking to move to LA and attend film school while working internships after graduation. I own one camera and an editing software and have little access to creative technique information. Have already completed writing full script for what I plan...

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CareerVillage Office Hours Jan 14 1073 views

How can I position myself for and find video editor jobs that focus on social media content production?

I’m actively looking for video editor roles, especially those connected to social media and digital marketing.

*Note: This is a question submitted anonymously.

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Dawn Dec 06, 2025 2823 views

Can I still work in the film industry with a degree in business & management?

I didn't have the chance to major in film or the arts (e.g graphic design) because of family. However, I do make a lot of video edits, 3d models, design and illustrations that I post online (mostly of my favourite shows or video games). I really want to be able to be able to have a creative job...

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Mack Nov 24, 2025 659 views

What are the best ways to gain experience and land a job as a video editor?

I’m currently a freshmen in college and I’m little anxious about being able to land a job in this field after I graduate.

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Merrie Nov 22, 2025 699 views

How can I break into the TV Entertainment Industry?

I recently completed my Bachelors Degree in Film and have been wondering how to get involved with TV Production, specifically TV Writing. I'm considering going back to school for a masters or submitting to festivals, but it all requires money that I don't have at the moment. Any insights on how...

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lavaune Nov 28, 2025 473 views

What is a trick, habit, or advice would you give to your younger self or someone else trying to make there way with photography and videography?

Is there a life hack you found or something you resized later on or maybe even tips and tricks to doing stuff, not even in the Field but maybe in photoshop or Premier pro

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Tahj Nov 29, 2025 1053 views

As someone aspiring to work in and produce film, along with screenwriting and acting, what are the best moves to make while in college to set up a promising career?

Will be returning to college as a sophomore, majoring in Cinema, Television, and Emerging Media Studies.

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Blake Nov 29, 2025 683 views

Is screenwriting a reliable occupation?

I am unfamiliar with how the film industry works, and I am curious as to being a screenwriter is a full-time occupation or something similar to a "gig" job. Also, could AI threaten the existence of human-made films?

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Andrew Nov 25, 2025 463 views

What is something people overlook when looking for a long term career?

I specifically am interested in going into the film industry and for the most part people say the biggest thing is to know someone. I want to know any other aspect of this industry is overlooked but helpful when trying to land a long term career.

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Ella Nov 16, 2025 645 views

What are the best tips to choosing my career specialization within the film industry?

I am interested in the filmmaking industry yet I am unsure of what exactly I want to do such as cinematography, videography, and special effects.

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Gianella Nov 20, 2025 832 views

What is something you know now about being in the film industry that you wish you knew before you started? #fall25

I am a first year college student looking to get into the film industry right after graduation. What can I start doing now and what should I do in the rest of my years? #fall25

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Rahima Nov 13, 2025 457 views

How do I stop my passion from bleeding into my work and maintain a healthy work-life balance?

I’m a film and design major, and I genuinely love what I do, but sometimes I feel like I love it too much. It ends up becoming my whole life instead of just part of it.

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Sophia Nov 14, 2025 383 views

What advice would you give someone on how to break into the film and television production industry and would you recommend getting a PhD in Cinema and Media studies as a filmmaker?

I'm currently applying to film schools and I'm thinking about getting a PhD in Cinema and Media Studies after getting a BFA in Film and Television production but I'm not sure if that is worth my time and money and am looking for advice!

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Shawna Nov 12, 2025 317 views

What are the most effective ways for a communications and musical theatre double major to build a strong personal brand that helps with both creative and professional opportunities after college?

I'm currently a college student double majoring in Musical Theatre and Communications. I'm passionate about storytelling, social media, and digital marketing, and I hope to combine my creative and professional skills to build a career in the entertainment or marketing industry. I've been...

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Danika Nov 08, 2025 629 views

How do I break into the film and television industry as someone who wants to be an executive?

I've been applying to internship programs at studios/production companies but is there another path?

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Kathryn Nov 03, 2025 787 views

Are there any online certifications or courses that would benefit me if I am interested in working within marketing and hopefully in the entertainment business?

I am a college student who has always thought it would be fun to work within the entertainment business whether for music like Spotify, Republic Records or Warner Brothers, Netflix etc. I do not have much experience or knowledge on how to learn about this career.

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David Oct 06, 2025 678 views

How do producers adapt scripts to fit a specified runtime of a TV episode before producing it?

How do producers adapt scripts to fit a specified runtime of a TV episode before producing it? Is it always planned exactly? Or do they have to constantly tweak it to cut things down or add padding to fit the runtime?

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Pearl Sep 26, 2025 1796 views

Do I need to know how to do everything to make my own show?

Now that I think about it, show producers must be really, really talented because I thought they have to know how to do everything in production to tell workers what to do, like song-writing, animation, or film tech. Are directors like "high school" teachers that tell the students what to...

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CareerVillage Office Hours Sep 18, 2025 2339 views

How has storytelling helped you in your career—whether in interviews, leadership, or teamwork ?

How has storytelling helped you in your career—whether in interviews, leadership, or teamwork?

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Jordyn Apr 30, 2025 526 views

What skill or mindset separates successful leaders in the industry from those who do not stand out What is one lesson you learned early in your career that you wish you had known before entering the industry??

I am a sophomore who attends Ohio University, majoring in sports management and minoring in advertising and public relations. I am interested in working in sports announcing or entertainment, and I hope to find an internship in that field. I am involved in 5 organizations on campus that...

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Elo Apr 20, 2025 1050 views

How do I source a writing internship/job?

How does one attain a writing job without prior experience? Please refrain from vague responses about "networking." What should I expect post-BA? Creative Writing English Major

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Garth Apr 30, 2025 1061 views

What does it take to be successful in the film industry #Spring25?

Is it a matter of connections or quality of work?

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Angie Apr 26, 2025 796 views

Will it be easier to follow a career in film if I first get a degree in business administration ?

I want to be able to find a job after I finish with my 4 years in college.

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E'lyn Apr 21, 2025 1205 views

Realistically, what kind of job positions are open to those who major in communications?

I am really interested in going into a communications major but do not know what kind of jobs it yields other than "public relations." What tasks or projects people work on in their communications related jobs?

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Amber Apr 28, 2025 984 views

What were the steps you took in order to pursue a career in the film industry?

For all those who are pursuing a career in the film industry, especially those who have created their own film or worked on a film production. What were the steps you took in order to pursue a career in the film industry? I have heard a lot of different stories on how people pursued a career...

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Christopher Apr 25, 2025 625 views

How do you translate skills in film-making across genres #Spring25?

I am interesting in film-making and producing films. I am interested in multiple genres, and want to know how these skills can be translated to varying projects.

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Jack May 01, 2025 2090 views

How does one best get into working at Lucasfilm?

Hello! I am a soon-to-be grad at the University of Oregon and my dream goal is to land a job in creative development at Lucasfilm. I applied for the internship and didn't get it- what's my next best option? I am considering moving to the bay from here in Eugene to make better connections, but...

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Ava Apr 29, 2025 830 views

What would you recommend to someone young trying to break into the film industry, with the goal of directing What are some other sustainable roles that pay well on a set that can be a ladder to directing?

I'm a junior studying film - I have been brought onto different sets for movement coordination/choreography and am wondering if there are any other roles like that that work closely with directors and are sustainable while pursuing my long term goal of being a director

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Nicholas Apr 10, 2025 1069 views

What's YOUR best way to stay motivated and consistent in college, or just in general

I'm not gonna lie- being in college has been EXHAUSTING to say the least. I feel like I've done enough to to earn myself a doctorate, and it's only my second year! Espically with being a film student, the late nights shooting with early morning classes can be alot for me- not to mention my...

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Ainsley Apr 23, 2025 1078 views

How to network successfully in sports photography and sports graphics?

How do network in the field of graphic design and photography? I always feel strange and awkward trying to talk to other designers and photographers because I feel like I am interrupting them. I want to stand out to people and have them think of me for internships and job shadowing, but I am...