how to get your first job in entertainment with no experience (current hollywood assistant)

[@angelacosta466]

I got my first job in entertainment as a PA for live nation. It’s great, I have worked small and big venues now.

[@joelleolol]

that's awesome!!! happy for u :)))

[@angelacosta466]

@@joelleolol Thank you! And you are right. Once you start working in entertainment you meet people that can lead you to other opportunities. I hope everything is going well for you, I appreciate your advice.

[@someone_you_know6]

​@@angelacosta466how is your time there so far? :)

[@goldiegaims]

As an aspiring writer director with no college experience in directing or writing, I found this video to be highly informative, yet highly intimidating at the same time. I should really go back to art school bc this video put into perspective how I’m missing out on so much disciplinary knowledge and so many opportunities simply bc I’m not enrolled…

[@silasmcallister-spooner7313]

As an art school grad, it ain’t all that. Structure you life so you can continually build your portfolio and save the 30k yearly

[@ArianaRoach]

re - only go down the entertainment industry route if you can see no other life path for yourself. this is what's hard for me. I can imagine 100000 life paths & i love the balance of slower living + seeing my friends and family. & truthfully this is what is stopping me from diving fully in to film. i don't know if a healthy balance could ever exist. but i also can't imagine a life without film.

[@eloifournier]

I feel you. On one way I can settle with a peaceful life, filled with my family and friends but that would mean never knowing if I had what it took to make it happen. And on the other hand giving everything I've got for Cinema but leaving family and friends behind in hope of a success if we are honest is absolutely not guaranteed. To sum up : Don't do it, have regrets. Do it, miss moments. I think all it comes down to is what we will be able to bear the most. A missed birthday or a never taken path. Hope it helps you ✌️.

[@xlienscozyliving]

I’ve graduated 4 years ago, and was not successful on landing internships or jobs in media or film so I’m a 25 year old mama feeling lost as ever :T

[@Katvander-eq2xj]

Hi! I saw your comment and I feel sad so here is some motivation: just try manifestation learn how to use subliminals and boosters try the 369 method and you will see things fall into place it worked for me as well my history, teachers friends, brother wrote the X-Men films, and now my ideas are getting pitched at 14!🎉 🥳 true love always, Kat Vander

[@drindyjones0013]

I'm 24 and going to be heading to college to do a multimedia film & production degree. So I probably won't get done til I am in 26😭😭😭 I feel like I shouldn't even be going😔

[@sophietbh9426]

As a 25 year old who still doesn't really know what I wanna do in life but recently am interested in this sort of career, you have plenty of time! Just keep looking, do any courses where you have the time, keep educating yourself and putting yourself out there and you will be found. I am only just starting to research now, also the comment above me^ that's awesome! You're still so young, and you will be 26 whether you finish the course or not so you may aswell go for it in my opinion 😊 its never too late.

[@drindyjones0013]

@@sophietbh9426 thanks, Appreciate the advice bunches!!

[@joe_the_goatt]

i’m 20 years old and i’m about to head to LA to finish my film degree. i don’t know how im gonna do it but im going to get a job in the film industry in order to one day make my very own film trilogy that i have been working on since i was a teen. i really hope i can one day share my techniques for what worked for me. until then ill keep working :)

[@aprilucid]

Somehow gaining a chance without experiences became like that - you pay for the experience(like working without pay) or sacrifice some time to get a job. I like the way you mentioning it wss possible for you but also warn others if the case is different plus also the privilege part. Cause some people think everything is about effort, but everyone's resource vary right. Your honest sharing would be found by people who need some real life information! :) really appreciate how you always try to reflect your own thoughts to your videos!!!! Happy new year Joelle!!

[@joelleolol]

ah thank you so much - I definitely want to be honest about things but I hope it's not too discouraging! thank you as always for watching and supporting it means the world to me

[@ApexGGammer]

thankyou so much for this, I'm a media student and well I'm absorbing everything I can, like going on films set, making short films and etc. i want to be a writer and this video helped me understanding this field nicely

[@katieswann3311]

I landed my first gig by chance, and it happened to be a feature film with a decent budget and a few household names. I showed up for background and mentioned I had an interest in being a PA. Lo and behold, they needed someone and chose me since I had already been on set a few days and was familiar. The same crew is doing another feature in a few weeks at the same location. They offered me crafty! I feel like I am getting my foot in. My only issue is I live in a state not known for having a large film community. Any tips for scoring jobs in areas like mine? There’s work, just not a lot of it.

[@marionrobertson6817]

To be clear here, even if you are going the less freelance creative route of film or TV development, you will likely be an assistant for 5-7 years on 20-25/hour and its a crap shoot of luck to get promoted, and to even find a position that aligns with your taste/interests and has a supportive boss, and a company that has room for growth. Once you get a promotion, coordinator and manager levels are still barely liveable salaries from 60k-80/90 unless you are 1 in a million who landed at the only place that pays = Netflix. But also has no job security since they believe in aggresive evaluations and most only last 2 years max. Studios/streamers/networks are highly competitive no matter how much experience you have so chances are not good of getting in. The town is based on who you know and not what experience you have, so networking is critical. Oh and if you want to go any corporate or studio route they usually all want you to have a year of expeirence at an agency or management company. Also majority of the jobs go through the reps via internal job posts, there are also some secret job boards, so the positions are usually filled before being posted online. I hate that no one says this to students!

[@Osh123-2]

I’m a high school student who is planning to get into it, wish me luck guys. The video is highly informative though, but yet I’m not intimidated

[@001vamp]

I have a whole film degree that i graduated with 2 years ago now?(2022) and I'm working at ups for 21.50 a dollar possibly shortening my life span lmao. Still trying to break into the film industry.

[@Keurlock]

Hey im an upcoming college freshman and this has been super useful. I know i want to work in entertainment but not exactly WHAT. Right now, im planning on majoring in econ and psych to work in the corporate area of entertainment as a stepping stone since i was told it is much more stable and that media majors dont get hired easily anymore 😭 im praying i don't get burnt out since im not super duper interested in psych and econ, but my uni doesn't offer media programs so... Im just planning on doing extracurriculars and clubs for film and tv as you did + freelance on the side

[@rockoutwitc4]

Same

[@colinwood8376]

For some people it happens, for some people it doesn’t the more you accept that. You can move on with your life.

[@sparechaingee]

Sounds like it hasn’t been going to well for you/: you’re not wrong it takes a miracle but manifesting does truly help. Being delusional for success is also a good thing just can’t drive urself nuts. You gotta have that im gonna do it one way or another mindset

[@aritrikaroy4286]

This was helpful ❤

[@marialauracosme6123]

Great video, thank you for sharing! ❤

[@nafyah_media]

Definitely good advice, thank you

[@gabylopes2215]

I really want to act and be a screenplayer, but also I can be a production assistant. Creative area was literally made for me 😅😅 I wish I get my dream job after my graduation in two years

[@joelleolol]

aw cheering you on!! it takes time but it's not impossible!

[@Hwachaaah]

i’m a video editor for a big kids tv channel in the UK! i wanna transition to something more behind the scenes, it’s become very monotonous so i wanna branch out

[@ararojasph3971]

Is it too late to transition in a different industry?, where you don’t have any experience yet on the industry that you want to try?

[@willjavtor]

I say no , it’s never to late I know people in 50 breaking

[@fh9061]

We need a video on using that 1st internship to find more and more opportunities

[@joelleolol]

Honestly just set as many "coffee chats" as you possibly can that first internship! Ask good questions, follow up and stay in touch, and know how to verbalize what kind of opportunities you're looking for next!

[@joe_the_goatt]

i’m going to be transferring to LA soon to finish my film major degree. I really hope I can apply to at least one internship there. i’ll update yall when i make it lol

[@vim2339]

Thank you so much ❤

[@chukwu831]

Great video, thank you

[@giuliagalvao]

hi! thank you so much for this it was so helpful

[@colinwood8376]

Been applying for 6 years

[@dhruvbahri7665]

i love this

[@flanksinatra007]

What would you recommend to say in a "thank you note" just want to make sure I don't come off desperate lol

[@isaacornelas06]

Question: how did you learn to animate? Was it through a class in college? Do you have to major in animation for that?

[@ella6620]

I'm a high school student can I work in entertainment industry? I don't mind working unpaid

[@eritreangirly]

Thank you!!!!

[@groweve]

I’m graduating w no internships and I’m also in the south. Idk what to do aghh. I studied media production and have an interest in writing but I know any entertainment experience is necessary. Im open to anything but am trying to save and look for recent grad programs I could apply for soon. I’m feeling really behind and idk what to do. Not sure if I should focus on scripts and get a job in another industry or what aghh. Also, if my portfolio is just class projects and they feel a bit rough, should I still link them on a website?

[@joelleolol]

hm I'm not an expert and can only speak from my experience, but don't feel behind! I only got my entertainment job right before graduating and a lot of entertainment hiring is on a tight timeline so they need you to start ASAP, not months out from your offer. For portfolio, I'd say depends on the job you want. you likely won't be applying to be a film director or cinematographer right out of college, so imo portfolio at least shows you have vision and have something to demonstrate how committed you are to entertainment (even if it's not amazing - no one expects it to be)

[@groweve]

@@joelleolol ty! I think I’ll refine and show the work I currently have, get a for now job, try to volunteer and intern at media companies or stations near me then save up and move to a larger city. Hopefully that’ll help me resume/experience-wise and I’ll def make the portfolio site! Ty!

[@gicherumargie5833]

Hey. I love your videos also because your from bssm which I love. How do you break into the industry if you live in Africa or Europe ?

[@niveditacavuturi908]

Hey Joelle I'm interested at the nexus of Tech+Entreprenuerhship+environment+film+modelling. Phew! thts a lot I got offer in UCL BASc program - 3yr kind similar to lib arts(but can't really change major in b/w). Your channel is one of the reasons I applied to Dartmouth. I m also expecting a positive decision from Dartmouth as a transfer applicant(will be entering 2nd year) Do you think London would provide a better horizon to seek more oppurtunities when compared to New Hamsphire? since even if one had to pursue large internships from Dart they need to move to other places. The thing is in UK you can pursue internship mostly only during summer so like 3 summers = 3 intenrships(lets say). But do you think D plan provides oppurtunity to fit in more? Though D-plan is flexible does the short terms due to quarter systems often leave students burnt out that they can't really make use of off terms ? For the distribution requirements, do you feel like they were helpful or do you feel like you did'nt really see a point in completing a course which doesn't really fit your major? Will there be a significant difference in feasibility of availing oppurtunities between areas such as New Hamsphire in US vs London in UK. Is that difference between rural and urban areas significant which led you to pick uni in an rural area? What would you do if you were in this situation

[@CWallyMan]

Can you talk about what income was like in your different rolls

[@ecstaticwind7108]

Jesus sent this video my way 🙏 New subscriber

[@jatinkantifuly8510]

Anyone Can Explain , How can I apply for That ?

[@rs-oz9jk]

She looks like a girl who wears high heels in 'Batman vs Superman' movie.

[@GarciaTheresa-t1o]

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[@NulKyaut-ze6hu]

Ok but calm down with those hands x)

[@JoVee25]

Thank you Joelle! 🫶🏼

[@px5ix4pz6j]

You're very beautiful

[@MidnightDestroyerMedia]

Literally, gold 🫶🏼✨

[@avanigangawane2395]

Thanks for telling us this 🤌🤌🤌

[@joelleolol]

hope it was helpful!!

[@Hwachaaah]

i’m a video editor for a big kids tv channel in the UK! i wanna transition to something more behind the scenes, it’s become very monotonous so i wanna branch out