The Illusive World of Development

Are you one of the many aspiring creative executives that feel like you’re on the outside looking in?   You want to get in, but just can’t seem to find the right door?  It’s that proverbial ‘catch-22’ of an entry level job requiring 1-2 years relevant or development experience?  Entry level?  Key word… RELEVANT….

I recently partnered with my creative team to look at the team’s structure, players, workload, etc.  It was quite refreshing to hear, and to now tell you my aspiring creatives, that there are many doors into the creative area: Physical Production, Producing, development, advertising and/or marketing, and/or a great track record through school with interesting internships.  Creative teams want people that are passionate about trends, stories, human behavior, knowledge, current events, etc.  After all, isn’t that what story telling is about?  Interesting people, their stories, intrigue?

If you don’t have the relevant experience – be willing to get it.  Productions are always looking for good, reliable Production Assistants (PA’s); Talent agencies, Studios, and Production Companies are always looking for capable, hard-working Assistants.

The doors are there – you just need the right key.