How to Get a Job in Entertainment | Rooster Teeth

[@yomega69]

I think for fans, constantly seeing the content creators can make you feel a connection to them. It can seem like you know them and thusly want to work with/for them. The reality is that we only see a small percentage of who these people are and how RT runs. All the content RT makes is well developed by professionals; nearly everyone working on their major projects are already qualified. People who say "I want to work at RT" might as well be saying "I want to work at Google". It's a company, they hire people based on their experience. You can't just say "I know your content and want to work there because it looks cool". I think this is what Burnie meant by "You don't want to work here, you should make your own RT". Work on your craft, follow opportunities and let them take you further than just being a fan.

[@TheAutoman217]

yomega69 Amen to that!

[@reidmcleod6630]

1) Go back to 2014 2) Go to RTX 3) Ask "How to get job" qestion before Matt and Jeremy. 4) Say "That's a lot of money"

[@Poppythedog2]

WolveMaster22 ! Lol. Even though they were already hired. That was all for show.

[@ultimategamerxp]

WolveMaster22 ! jeremy and matt were hired before that. they just planned on doing that before the panel

[@Krauser8882]

ultimategamerxp based on what I've read, Jeremy and Matt were told by Caleb or Kdin (I think) to ask the question, but didn't expect to actually be hired. Geoff and the others in AH already wanted them, though. I could be remembering that wrong, however.

[@halofan485]

lol I'd go back and talk to ray again

[@ExactChase]

Krauser They were told to ask, and AH was supposed to make an example out of them by humiliating them. Geoff didn't do what he was supposed to.

[@jessewilson262]

This video actually made me tear up a little bit at the end because just hearing everyone’s story I feel like I’m on the verge of my own dream job and I hope I’m doing everything right

[@LazarBeam]

All i had to do was have an accent

[@xsharktankx]

LazarBeam you're so underrated.

[@Poppythedog2]

Well, don't get to far ahead Mr. Demonetized.

[@fmmf17]

Mr. Family friendly content

[@TheDeusxD]

Can we work something out as a New Zealand/Australia combo?

[@Schadowminer]

LazarBeam And have a shoe beer drinking sister

[@JoshJepson]

Wow, so much great advice in this video. This is one of the reasons why Burnie and the folks at Rooster Teeth are a huge inspiration for what I've been doing. I've taken a lot of queues from RT for how I run my own business, this year has been the most successful I've ever been in my life. I thought I peaked in 2013, but things continue to look up. :)

[@thefiregodzapp]

0:14 He tried to warn us.

[@MrADEL84]

he been working since he was 18 and says he needs vacation, that shows that he loves what he is doing and its not boring for him to go to work to need that vacation. Need a job like that.

[@captain_britain]

This is a fantastic resource! Nice idea for a video, Burnie.

[@discordiadingle3203]

Honestly, being a part of a company like rooster teeth is what I strive for. I’d really be interested in knowing all the different jobs and occupations at Rooster Teeth so I have an idea of what’s needed.

[@anonwalkerr]

Honestly people need to get over the dream that they are gonna be podcast regulars and super funny guys and thats their whole job. you need to be good at things and have experience in the field you want to work in. if you say you want any job at roosterteeth they wont hire you (unless youre just really talented at everything you do). its unrealistic

[@anonwalkerr]

sure some people get "lucky" but youre i think roosterteeth is past that now

[@Mr724random]

Really the most glamorous job they have is achievement hunter and they do a lot of different things too besides gaming all day.

[@dustydinger5762]

DONT LET YOUR DREAMS BE DREAMS, JUST DO IT

[@anonwalkerr]

true

[@Partylikeits-br7bb]

I don't think any fans legitimately think being on the podcast would be all they need to do outside of young wide eyed fans new to the company

[@joeshmuck9683]

Having been a fan since like 2011, it's been incredible to see this company grow into what it's become today. I don't follow RT much anymore and it's incredible to see so many faces I don't recognize! Here's to even more explosive growth!

[@Soundres]

Another important thing to remember is don't beg for a job. I had an instance where I felt I could get my foot in the door and I pushed too hard. Put yourself out there, but let the moment come to you, don't try to force it.

[@racheldemers611]

What has worked for me as an art department PA in LA is: 1. Never turn down a job 2. If you get a job you give it 150% even to the point of physical exhaustion/harm 3. Never complain about how hard/demeaning a job may be 4. Be okay with below minimum wage pay 5. Go to social events, meet people and make friends, it really is all about who you know.

[@its_zrb]

Gotta appreciate the fact that burnie is doing something that the fans always ask for, going through the FAQ in a video format is a great idea, keep it goin bud

[@perdust1272]

This series is honestly my favorite from roosterteeth lately. thanks so much for taking the time to do these burnie keep it up!

[@n8mar2]

That was lovely, thank you Burnie. There's a lot I can take from this. First and foremost, a reminder to always keep my mind and doors open. As someone who is young and trying to crack into an entertainment industry, it's very boosting to hear these stories from various voices. I certainly have a lot to learn, and I hope that I'm wise enough to take this to lead myself down a fruitful path. Sometimes I'm not sure. I make no doubt that it can be a difficult journey. At many times my family and peers ask me what the hell I'm doing and try and tell me to "do a normal thing", whatever it is that that means. But dammit I want it too badly to concede to that. Thanks for putting this together, and best to you and to those that helped!

[@bobtheartist2897]

Honestly great advice- ever since I watched RWBY I've wanted to work at Rooster Teeth as a writer, it's my greatest talent, I've been working on writing books and hopefully becoming an author for 2 years now and I'be only just turned 16. Hearing "You don't want to work at Rooster Teeth, you want to make your own Rooster Teeth" made me really think- I've wanted to work at RT because I love shows like RWBY, the animations. Essentially, I wanted to work their because I loved the stuff RT do and as a skilled writer wanted to do more of that. The thing is I realise that as a writer, working for something like RT I'm not doing want I truly want- yeah, I'd love to write RWBY or anything else the team works on but what I really want to be doing and should be doing is writing my own stuff, my own RWBY in a sense. You can't expect to pitch a script to RT and expect them to hire you to work on it or to hire you based on any of the scripts you write, though the latter could happen but requires more than just a few scripts. I'd have to move out to America to work at RT, when here in the UK there is literally the BBC where you can get a job working on any of their series! I'd love to work on and make my own stuff inspired by RT, tho I'd have to get someone else to do animation, tho expecting to get picked up the company should just be the unlikely dream that I shouldn't really be worrying about, not a driving ambition that is my goal in the end. This video really helped give me hope, as well as putting things into perspective.

[@drewbridger]

This is actually super inspiring. I've often thought that doing all my stuff I'm currently doing and not making money off of was getting me nowhere fast, but now I think that if I keep getting better and working on my craft it might eventually lead me to other opportunities. Thanks!

[@coloneldookie7222]

Burnie tried to also avoid the giant elephant in the room as a qualifier: Be in the right place, at the right time, around the right person/people. Most of those stories entailed the fact that the person managed to speak with somebody high in the corporate chain already who could muscle another person into the business. Granted, though, once the person is in the business, if you don't work your ass off to make people -- the RIGHT people -- happy, you're easily cut and replaced by somebody else who was in the right place, at the right time, speaking with the right person/people.

[@Blake_Aphra]

I’m getting a job at Rooster Teeth and Working at Achievement Hunter! I will do whatever it takes to get there! Thanks Burnie!

[@maiwei]

Really needed this. Thanks a lot, everyone. I definitely think it's great to be open to opportunities and to look for what resonates with you. I still have a long way to go but it's my hope that I can leave behind a legacy that really impacts people and leaves behind a lot of positivity.

[@TwilightLugia3532]

I really like that we get to see not only recognizable faces, but also the people that work behind the scenes. Highlighting key quotes was a very nice touch. Thanks Burnie!

[@BenM.Davies]

This video is basically perfect for me, and I really needed it. I'm in an unpaid internship right now, and will be for the next 4-5 weeks, and seeing that people did the same makes me happy.

[@JuneLake158]

I remember wanting to work for RT back in the day. I heard Bernie talking about working in a call center. Years later I started at a call center as a rep. Now I run the call center. Absolutely love my job, and love being in charge. Hard work, day in, day out. Good to see Bernie laying it out there for everyone. Doesn't matter what your doing now, go make it happen.

[@elfiefromangelcity6142]

I've started figuring out the whole, "take a job" thing in recent years. Have been finding comfort in realizing that Walt Disney didn't instantly become famous, nor did any other celebrities. I have also been working on developing a discipline for drawing again. Other than the one week where I moved, I have been drawing once a day. Your vlogs are inspiring Burnie. Thank you for sharing.

[@DeVanteChisolm]

In a dark place right now as I float from dead end to dead end. This video was definitely something I needed. Thanks a bunch to Burnie and everyone that spoke in this video.

[@charliescene786]

As of 2020 this video is still very beautiful near the end. Thanks papa Bernie

[@stephmufffin]

Honestly the advice given in this video is great not just for getting a job in entertainment, but getting the job you want in general. Put yourself out there, accept opportunities even if they aren't the best, work hard, and you'll get there. And if something sucks, pull a Gavin and quit and start over.

[@BaylieMaylie]

I really appreciate videos like this. Real talk and straight to the point. Really helps me think about what i'm doing with my life, how much i told myself "no i can't do that, i'm not that talented" or where i just stopped doing something cause it wasn't going anywhere. This really inspired me to continue on what i love, push on my dreams and just do it because i love it, not because it will take me somewhere. You just have to wait, and not give up because nothing is instant, it all takes time

[@BaylieMaylie]

Thank you Burnie for this. I really do appreciate it

[@Erastella]

This really helps a lot. I've wanted to make a studio like RT since I was little, but what has really kept me from doing what I love is that I keep asking the question "Where do I even start?" so I'm really glad you made this.

[@_geeksweets_]

This was inspiring, thank you Burnie for making this video and everyone else who participated!!! ♡

[@XpatJohn]

I honestly think that this is the best video series that Rooster Teeth puts out. A lot of great information and inspiration for younger viewers wanting to emulate their idols. On a side note, my first paycheck came from a summer job of washing cars for the Los Angeles Police Department when I was 13. That was back in 1976.

[@InfinitG]

Thanks Burnie, I'm currently trying to grow my own KZbin channel because I've been watching KZbin ever since 2007-2008 and it's been inspiring to watch RT and so many other KZbin channels grow over the years. I'm also studying to get a degree in Digital Media so if my channel doesn't grow, maybe I'll be a video editor for some other company or another growing KZbinr. Rooster Teeth is one of my major inspirations.

[@EVacStation]

I hear you. I've been running this channel for several years now with only a small break in-between due to moving and new jobs. Still not making much progress in growing this channel. It's hard unless you have something that just clicks with people, even if you upload good stuff on the regular.

[@SmoreCrunchStudios]

Hey I’m getting that degree too. Just stay positive you got this!

[@cmdrtweak]

2:20 also started as a data wrangler. Awesome.

[@ProtagInist]

I loved everything about this. If you want to do something, start. Listen and watch what others are doing around you. Stand out by working hard at what you do. Don't be afraid to take the leap, even if it's not what you imagined. I have no idea where my path will lead but I feel like I have started to apply these lessons. I am excited to see what happens to me in the next ten years.

[@markusgallant5679]

Well put! This is not only good advice for how to get a job in entertainment, but in any career. Many people struggle to realize how much time and effort is put into getting into the place they want to be. Working from the bottom up for nothing but experience sometimes creates a great network and opportunity. Pretty much everyone Burnie talked to had to put their time on the line for almost no reward at first. Burnie is right about starting your own 'Rooster Teeth'. Look at Funhaus, Screw Attack and the rest of the conglomerate that we have come to know through Rooster Teeth. Good Video! Good Message!

[@dapplebakk]

Despite lots of the other comments I'm seeing: I found this very inspiring and interesting. I'm at a time in my life where I'm looking for my "break" and it is really cool to hear everyones' different paths. It is also great to see some real-life reinforcement of old adages we are all told as we grow up about achieving our own goals. Loved it!

[@johncrow7726]

As a kid going to college next year, this really helped a lot.

[@shirasagiES]

This gives me hope. I believe all they said applies to other industries as well. I've been so depressed ever since graduation this past May because I haven't been able to get a job yet. Everyone in my class already has a job (we were 20+ Elec. Engineers) and I just got rejected to 3 positions. This lowered my self-esteem too much to do anything, but now I can see that the opportunity will come one way or another. I just have to recognize it and take it. Thank you so much guys for telling your stories!

[@emmaselenemonroe5530]

All of this is really good advice... I'm getting my first break into the industry right now by writing and acting in a web series in the start up company I'm a part of, Alms for Oblivion. It's a great opportunity and I'm thankful to be part of it.

[@PstlWhppnRobot]

Thank you for throwing this up. I've heard this before, but hearing it again revamps my eagerness to work harder in going into entertainment, whether it be film/theater/stand-up. I'm 26, but I've still got a long time to work at it!

[@DarkMagiciansMaster]

Thanks, Burnie I really enjoyed watching this video and getting to know where people started. It helps keep me inspired to work harder and getting into the industry myself.

[@Wev365]

Great vid! I'm not necessarily interested in working in entertainment, but the advice and talking points are still insightful and helpful for me in my own career search.

[@lucasbuford9506]

Thanks Burnie! I'm currently a senior acting major in college and needless to say I needed this video.

[@elliott1311]

For those of you (like myself) who are looking to enter the technical field of entertainment (cameras, lighting, gaffers etc). My advice is to attempt to shadow someone already doing it as they're jobs that aren't really learnt on paper but more on the job. and yes, it certainly helps to know people already. I know this from experience because I have contacted over 80 companies and several individuals and none of them can really help. Volunteer to work on productions and short films to show your enthusiasm and that alone should help you stand out from the crowd.

[@arizonias9]

Thats exactly what Im looking at going into, so thanks for indirect advice, stranger!

[@glassXmoon]

Great video idea. It's not common for interviewers to ask what exactly was their break into the industry they're in currently, and this video nailed it. If only you could interview more of them. :3

[@NeoMordiki]

As much as it would be great to work at Rooster Teeth, I think Bernie has a very good point. "Make your own Rooster Teeth." Thank you Bernie. I needed to hear that.

[@Pavi132]

1) Know someone in entertainment. Works for a LOT of people lol 2) Be attractive

[@SometimesCompitent]

And how do you meet people? Go to the place where they are (physically or online) and prove that you can do the thing they need doing.

[@hartianx1698]

I guess I'm out of the picture then.

[@aidengreen3151]

Im Joeba Yeah, he does know a lot of people...

[@VTorb]

I guess you didn't watch the video...

[@clankers8850]

I hate to say this, but the 3rd thing is: Don't be Black.

[@janimefreak]

I love A Day In The Life Of a Turret! It's awesome to see one of the guys behind that!

[@nickmiguelino2468]

This is such an awesome video, especially for a college kid like myself who's been trying to figure out where my life is going. Maybe you could do a similar sort of video for the business side of the company, like the people working in marketing or managing specific departments, that would be really interesting.

[@aeroplane8972]

I just graduated college and a lot of my friends around me are getting jobs where I'm stuck looking. Seeing people get stuff before me has been a bit demoralizing for me. I know people keep telling me it's early to get down but damn does the job search suck. I question myself a lot and keep asking if what I am doing is enough. Although my field is marketing and not entertainment, this gave really good insight on how everyone got their career. Thank you for making this video. You have inspired me to keep going

[@LarusFotia]

Frankly, this is really useful for me right now. Having only one year left until I graduate high school, and with my dream to become an animator, I really need help for instances like this. Thank you, Burnie!

[@LuckyFoxLin]

I loved this! I watch panels and go to panels of people at anime conventions and the question is always, " how do I get into the industry?" This basically sums it up!

[@iEATyerWAFFLES]

I am going to be a sophomore in college come next semester, and I am majoring in Digital Animation and Game Design. And it's always been a dream of mine to work here at RT. But before my freshmen year that's all I thought, but by the end of freshman year, I had learned so much about my industry and what I want to do. Most important thing that I have learned from that year is, make things that are from your own head, play around. Soon enough someone will spot you, as long as your doing good that is. I digress, know I know I will have to be in the industry for some time, and if a day comes and I am not feeling I'm the right place, and hopefully RT is still around, I will apply for a job at Rooster Teeth -Ben Rednor

[@emlyntravis5964]

Thank you for this video Burnie; I'm graduating university and it's absolutely terrifying and awesome all at the same time, but this video made me a lot more hopeful about the future! :)

[@ItsSoulifyed]

I really needed to see the end of this video. I'm 18 and about to (hopefully) land my first job ever as a cashier at a local store. Hopefully this leads me up the ladder to what I find success in long term.

[@Chemclskinz]

Thanks for the reminder that if you keep your eyes open, your focus up, and never stop looking for an oportunity that you can make it to the place where you want to be.

[@wolverstoneproductions8686]

This video actually helped shine some light on how I should approach my future. I always wanted a job at RT, but I didn't want to be on camera or be the face of anything like some other people. I want to do animation, I wanted to tell stories and possibly help write them, and the best way I thought I could start on that path was to go to school for it. I'm still in my first year studying animation and working as security as my job. I figured at first if I wanted a job at RT, I'll apply for an internship there on my 4th year and maybe work from that. I need plenty of experience if I am to get a job in RT. And even if I don't get one, the thought of it has been a good motivator for me and may help me get into something else where I can make what I want. I've never had a solid plan for the future, this video assures me that my future won't be as cut-and-paste as I once thought.

[@templariclegion2826]

It's awesome that you guys want to help direct people on how to do this.

[@outracin]

I like this video because it articulates the fact that people should just GET A JOB! ANY JOB! I'm a graphic designer who works in marketing now and my first job was bagging groceries at a store. I hire people to work under me and if I have two people, one is brilliant at design and knows all the software but no work experience and the other is ok at design and software knowledge but has any prior work experience, I will always pick the person with work experience. Teaching people how to use software is a lot easier (and cheaper) than teaching people discipline. Just get any job that will hire and be awesome at it!

[@WillKazeOh]

From what has been said in this video, I think I'm starting to head down the path I need. We'll see how far down the rabbit hole I go and how much time it takes to get to my objective. Thanks for the video Burnie!

[@ReplayStation]

This is so so good. Super inspiring. Thanks for making this, Burnie.

[@khyteondemand]

What's worked (so far) for my parents: - have a daughter who is scared to go to an open casting alone - "so your daughter doesn't fit what's needed but you do, and do you happen to know any men who fit [insert dad's description here]?" - be an extra in a cable tv show - "so hey, your look is perfect for this period drama..." - be an extra in a made for tv movie - "that movie got picked up by Netflix for a series! can you come back?" and that's why I'm watching their dogs in a few weeks.

[@59slayer]

I really thank you guys for this video. It's really inspirational and encouraging for me. I'm definitely going to share this with my classmates and friends

[@milkworms7839]

I like that. "You don't want a job at RT, you want to make your own RT". It works for me

[@alycat1073]

When the guy said he worked at Hobby Lobby and I'm like, "I might apply there!" Lol

[@solarolli1951]

Well, I'm gonna start making content. Thank you Burnie for making me realize that! I'll work my ass off to have a portfolio

[@sonicartist91]

OMG blimpy's subs I remember going to those in Spokane. My dad would work on the Hvac systems for the stores! That is so cool! Thank you for making this video! It gives such insight into getting into the industry. I am currently working hard to get into character rigging and animation while working working as a janitor.

[@tonywinters7184]

I actually do want into RT, and watching this really did help. I'm at the point in life where I'm fresh outta highschool and have no clue what to do with life, and my parents are nagging on my ass to get a job. This video helped because it showed me that everyone started from somewhere, sometimes with nothing. I'm still nervous as hell for looking, but at least I have a bit of an insight for possibly how I want to get into entertainment.

[@MRRProductions1]

Hey, Bernie, this actually helps a lot. I'm on my last year in college for Digital Media (specifically animation and visual effects) and a lot of my friends, and myself, worry about finding jobs in our DIGM field, and how we would be able to spot those opportunities if they became available. This helped a lot and I shared with all of my other animator/game design/visual effects friends. Thanks :D

[@ravimody1549]

This is actually a really informative video as i want to go into the media/videography industry and live in dallas :)

[@duncancurl9631]

Really helps with what I am going through right now. Thanks Burnie!

[@joshuaperez8750]

Thank you guys so much for making this video. It helps me to see what I should look for and the idea of how to get out there. I really appreciate it. I have really high hopes. Hopefully I can get some of my ideas out there and you guys can see them some day.

[@MrChrister6]

Thank you for doing this, Burnie! I found it very informative and interesting. Keep up the excellent work!

[@PyroX792]

Thanks Burnie! Great video! I'll take your advice to heart and try to live it each day not only in my attempts to get into entertainment but in my current career and personal life. :)

[@KJMGarage]

What I really took from this video is you need to know someone. Its about the connections. Like gavin said he didn't get paid to follow that guy around with the highspeed camera, but he learned and that lead him to bigger things. You know thats what I'm doing right now. If its something you want to do, and to get your foot door, or to learn, to get experience, your going to have to sacrifice money over experience and one day the money will come. Also what Koen Wooten said "Learn as many different crafts as possible." That just doesn't go for entertainment. Don't get locked into doing one thing. I am in school for audio engineer, I just jumped into making youtube videos to get into film editing and creating, I also work on cars every weekend. Just in my option you open a lot more doors when you just don't tie yourself down to one craft to passion. Anyway thank you Burnie this really helped me to keep trying and keep pushing and maybe one day that lucky break will happen to me.

[@Sweeneytv]

Thanks. For making this.

[@tomaarten]

7:30 NO WAY that video brings back so many memories

[@Lazy_Spade]

This is inspirational and will continue to drive me from the core to strive for what I want

[@izeenox2645]

So confidant in the next season of RWBY that a bottle is already on the desk at 4:28 lol

[@FastestGunNJ]

So fill the standard prereqs for any real job in 2017, being a bachelor's degree, then hang around working your standard graduate jobs and try to catch any opportunities that come your way. Sounds easy enough.

[@LaneCarter]

Cool video. Thanks for making it, Burnie. I'm sure many will appreciate it.

[@Fluuuuuuuuuuuuuuuubb]

This was really great! Super insightful, I feel like I got a lot of great advice from this. Thanks bunches, guys!

[@maryhunter8685]

I actually just interviewed for a job today. The biggest thing I found is to never wait for a job posting. Email a resume or portfolio to any and everyone. It serious doesn't hurt, the worst that will happen is they don't respond, but then you know!

[@jrichie333]

Hey Burnie. Your blogs are always so inspirational, so kudos for that. Oh, you're pretty cool too :)

[@brenen7412]

I would love to work at rooster teeth for a few years just to learn how the entertainment industry works. im an aspiring youtuber myself, so this channel is one of my biggest inspirations.

[@Jodie394]

My first job when I was 16 was working in a cafè then I worked with my dad in a factory. I then had the opportunity to do work experience with a TV company and then a few months later they offered my a job this year. It's meant I'm living away from my home friends and comfort but in the long run it's gonna help me

[@Ekehart]

I've watched every blog since the first public one you did (And even a few First ones, as well) and this one has been by far my favorite. Good on ya, Burnie. Keep it up. :-)

[@jackhewitt957]

what a wonderfly insightful video, thank you for shedding light on several defferent but important topics about the entertainment business and also interesting stories about different people from rt' lives.

[@23CAREMUCH]

I think it's also nice to point out that it's also important to network. Even to this day, you need to be in the right place at the right time to get a job in the industry. Which is a shame because more often than not jobs go to people who are "friends of friends". So make sure you have a portfolio, experience, something to differentiate yourself and be willing to work your ass off. Look for schemes in your country's Independent Film organisations as they have internships that try and avoid the "Friends of friends" problem as they hire inexperienced people and train them for the future. GOOD LUCK!

[@AiringAustin]

One semester left until I graduate from my film program! I'm definitely going to apply! RvB inspired me to make my own machinima, and it took off from there!

[@demonblade8000]

I really love the vlogs and the really informative videos. Doing stuff like this really helps and helps me figure out what to do in my life and how to get to where i want and where to start. Thanks for the video and to the people in the video :D

[@GodZirra]

There seems to be a lot of dumb luck involved. Gavin just happened to meet that camera guy. Ezra just happened to meet Al Gore's assistant. Bethany just happened to meet Gus. They just happened to meet a Rooster Teeth member getting sushi.

[@CJDragonXI]

That's the takeaway you got from Gavin? He also said he wasn't paid well working for the camera guy, while working a second job and juggling school at the same time. Dumb luck means nothing if he didn't go through all of that effort afterwards. Make the most of the opportunity you were given which is what everyone in this video did.

[@goclbert]

GodZirraAnim plenty of people come into contact with important people and don't go anywhere from there. It takes someone seizing the opportunity to really make a difference.

[@TheStanishStudios]

Luck is just preparedness + opportunities Lots of random opportunities pop up in life- focus on what you can control, which is your knowledge and experience. Work to grow both to fully take advantage of an opportunity.

[@Sahasrahla.]

Yeah that's a lot of dumb luck, and for every person who pursues an opportunity that makes them end up where they want, there are tons of opportunities that will end you up in nowheresville. The main point is to keep on trying??? I guess?

[@JayWalkZ]

Plot twist. It wasn't luck. They had it all planned out in their rooms and they executed the plan perfectly.

[@Allison-qk1ws]

Appreciate the life advice. This goes well and beyond just the entertainment field. Work hard and work smart. Figure out what you want to do and work towards it, but always be open to other options if the current one doesn't work out. Also, you're gonna have to work some low-pay jobs you might not like to get by until you find what you really wanna do in life.

[@thegreattk2737]

I come back to this video every now and then and watch the part where Burnie says, “You don’t want to work at Rooster teeth, you want to make your own Rooster Teeth” and I just think about it. It would be a dream to work at RT, so I’m taking a film class right now and more in the future so that I can do that, but I think about what Burnie said and I instead wonder about what I could do without RT.

[@TrueInvisible]

have ambition, know yourself really well, don't fear to take risks outside your comfort zone, take on adventures, and don't fear volunteering, have a great intuition and a great ratio of luck, and follow your heart. done all that and joined YT for 9 years and ended retiring from it.... got any other things to add?

[@HillbiliesGaming]

Great video guys, it's a real inspiration to hear all the different stories and how they've all done so well starting off all so different.

[@lucasb8919]

Great advice and inspiring video! Pursuing your passion is hard work, but if it's really what you want, it'll be worth it.

[@StruggaBugga]

2 inspirational videos in 1 day.....GOOOOD.

[@Brand-eo8gv]

Almost all of this video works for a lot of other industries also, like if you want to get into, say, R&D in chemistry for whatever company, you can find a professor in charge of a research team (doing something related to your desired industry) and ask if you could just help for free. You can get great connections and knowledge about your industry.