It has been a very long time since my last post. Here’s what happens to me as a writer:
I really enjoy sharing what’s going on in my life. But when something is going on and I can’t share it, then I am unable to write about anything because the one thing I cannot share is hovering above me.
The time has finally arrived to share some big news.
Many of you know I moved to LA for numerous reasons: to be closer to my family, I love the weather, I love the Dodgers, I love Disneyland…and I want to work in the entertainment industry.
Working in the entertainment industry. What exactly does that mean? I have so many interests. What could I do? There are so many options! It took me awhile to sift through the possibilities, really evaluate what my passions are, and finally choose a dream job to work towards.
Music Supervision. If you are not familiar with the industry, than you may have no idea what that title means. I was there at one point.
This is how I found my calling.
When I am watching a TV show, a film, or even a commercial (although I do a lot less commercial watching with a DVR) I am always focused on the background music. To me, the music sets the mood for the scene. The music is a character in itself. I am always looking up to see what the songs are. Shazam is one of the greatest inventions. I am a lover of music. I have close to 8,000 songs on my iPod. It’s a little outrageous.
I did a little digging to see who’s the one that helps choose what songs are used for TV and film. It is the music supervisor. AWESOME! I finally narrowed it down. Now what is the path I need to take to get there?
I subscribe to RELEVANT magazine. It is a Christian based magazine that discusses relevant christian and pop culture topics. It also includes reviews and social justice issues. There was an ad for a certificate program called Act One in Hollywood. I became very intrigued and immediately looked it up online.
They have two programs one can participate in: writing and producing. Although, I enjoy writing my blog, I have no desire, at the moment, to write scripts. So, my obvious choice is the production program. You can choose to do the summer session or an entire year. There is a week long workshop in Malibu. The rest of the year includes classes in the evenings and on Saturdays. The classes are taught by top producers and executives in the industry. And the topics of classes include film-finance, creative development, production, marketing, distribution and exhibition. They also connect you with internship opportunities in the area you want to pursue.
This is the answer for the path in which I am to take to achieve my dream. So, I applied to the program. The process took a few months to get forms, essays, and references all in order. And then I had a final interview. My interview was at 3PM in the afternoon and by 5:00PM I recieved an e-mail telling me I had been accepted into the program. SO EXCITING!!!
BUT very discouraging at the same time. The situation I am in right now, there are a few pieces of the puzzle that stand in the way from me being able to complete the program at this time. So, after many conversations with my mother (she has been a godsend), prayer, and future seeking, I decided to turn down the program for this year and I will re-apply in 2013 (I could not defer, but they basically told me I would get in next year since I got in this year).
This has been a very difficult decision to come to. Although I knew early on when I was accepted, this would happen, I waited up until the very last day to decline for this year. To be honest, I had a hope that my mom was going to win the lottery, allowing me to do the program and have no worries financially, lol. It was a long shot, but I had to wait.
It’s another hard thing to know what you want to do, and know what path you want to take, but now have to wait. Waiting is hard.
And then there is the age issue. Everyone is saying 30 is the new 20, but when you are not anywhere near where you thought you would be in your life, 30 can seem frightening. So, thinking if I begin the program in 2013, I will finish it when I’m 30. 30!!!! WHAT?! I know a few of my friends can relate to me on this one.
I really feel like God is teaching me a lot through this whole process. I have a lot more to learn. And many more growing pains. But I am up for the challenge.
This next year is going to be crucial. Any and all prayers, positive thoughts, and encouragement will be welcomed and embraced. I’m certainly going to need it.
Feel free to reach out if you want more of the details on the situation. The post is getting fairly long and I know most of your attention spans is very short 🙂
I will keep you all in the loop with any changes and/or updates. Exciting times are ahead.
Love you all. And thank you for being a part of my life.
Until next time…PEACE OUT!
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