Hi all, I really don't like these update posts, because they're pretty lackluster, but here we go anyway!
NEW! Video out tomorrow!
I can't lie, I wish I'd started this series a LONG time ago. Video editing, even when mixed with voice over/sound editing and light motion graphics is far less of a burden than character animation and 3d backgrounds.
This is the SECOND of the series I have planned. Barring some disaster, I hope to make more.
I have a job interview on tuesday.
What's encouraging about this is ( A ) the interview is with a company that found me, instead of viceversa, so I don't have to “sell” them on the value I could bring them. This in itself is a relief. HR/recruiters are often staggeringly stupid in their talent evaluation. They obsess over the wrong things, instead of looking at: track record, current level of talent displayed and career milestones. Why? They want to cover their asses by presenting someone who's picture-perfect on paper.
( B ) The opportunity seems to have a lot of potential because, in their eyes, I've already hit a home run. They're really just looking for an illustrator with familiarity of motion graphics, but seeing my abundant After Effects work entices them like crazy!
This would be part-time work for a small agency that focuses on tech giants. I really need this work badly and it would serve as a safety net, enabling me to have something to fall back on. I actually have a shot at this, because the company has seen my work and has reached out. It's time to give it a go!
Also! I showed my latest sci-fi video to a locate videographer and he's FINALLY convinced I know what I'm doing... I have a meeting with this guy on wednesday to discuss a project!
Good things are brewing, but a large project fell through on friday... Need to press on!
Sharper skills, streamlined productivity
In the past month, I've gotten pretty good with video editing — ALSO — I've finally become comfortable in front of the microphone, which is fantastic — I had gotten rusty through lack of practice. I've been through two lengthy video projects, fine-tuning when to cut corners and when to invest the time in embellishing. Still, I have a heavy, haunting feeling that this is all “too little, too late”... Of course, I have to persist, there's no other choice in the matter.
It's still possible to thrive on Steem AND create videos... it's a matter of having enough creative bits within the video to share as an individual post. Take my stupid Tellie illustration as an example. Not only was it fairly quick and easy to do, it is part of a video and could be used eventually in other areas. I'm somewhat excited about the start of my series and will do my best to keep momentum. Fortunately, Steem is an ally in this battle.
Finally, thanks to all those who have stuck around during this never-ending bear market... I appreciate this!