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How do costume designers balance creative vision with the practical needs of actors and the overall production?
I am going to be studying costume design in the fall and I am struggling on how to balance my creative vision.

What is the best way to make connections in college for a career in the film industry, namely with regard to acting, writing, cinematography, and/or directing?
What is the best way to make connections in college for a career in the film industry, namely with regard to acting, writing, cinematography, and/or directing? I am a graduating high school senior with zero connections with any other filmmakers or artists. I am looking to break out of my shell...

What career paths would you recommend for someone who came to the U.S. after fleeing conflict and starting over with a language barrier, and who now wants to turn that struggle into a purpose — not just for survival, but to make a real difference?
I came to the United States from Afghanistan after the Taliban took over. Back home, I didn’t have access to education, especially as a girl, and when I arrived here, I struggled with the language barrier. Despite all of that, I’ve been working hard to succeed in school. I’m still figuring out...

How can I decide between studying nursing or radiology? #Spring25
As a senior in high school I am stuck between choosing nursing or radiology. What advice to you have?

Why college is no free as well as high school? #Spring25
What I can do to have more economically help? #Spring25

Why is it required that students don’t get paid for clinical trials?
Why is it required that students don’t get paid when clinical trials start? It’s 6 months of dedicating our time and gas which will lead us to not having an open schedule to get a job that does pay us so why can’t we as students get paid for clinical?

What scholarships are easy to get if you need financial aid?
majoring in child development and I’m a high school senior right now

How do I get a job without experience?
I don't know if my resume is good, I keep applying and I get no responses. I am a college student with no pervious experience. Where should I start? I am open to any job.

What should I watch/read/listen to in the world of absurdism/existentialism literature or the two theories themselves?
After reading Camus' The Stranger and learning a little about Kafka, I've become fascinated with the ideas of absurdism and existentialism. If anyone can recommended me any YouTube videos, similar novels to Stranger, or any podcasts or audiobooks on said topics, I'd really appreciate it. I'm...

How do I get into existentialism/absurdism in film?
Earlier I was asking how to sink myself into the world of film history. As time went on, I became interested in the world of absurdism/existentialism after reading Albert Camus' The Stranger and Franz Kafka. How do I learn more about these theories specifically in film?

Experiences in the hospitality field
I am planning to pursue a career in the hospitality field (likely some sort of business administration but I would like to work in tourism or as a flight attendant.) What has the experience working in this field been like for you? What are the pros and cons I should know about, and tell me as...

Should I do early college or marching band?
I previously asked a question about time management but that's impossible now. Though I thought I had to interview for early college the principal let me straight in because of my exceptional test scores no interview needed. I was reading the acceptance form and it said students who do early...

If I want to be a proofreading editor, what steps do I need to take to get there?
From high school, what classes should I take? In college, what should my major be? Do you have any advice?

How do extend my career in radiology from an X ray tech to PACS analyst or EPIC or others?
Right now I’m still a college student and just wondering besides the other modalities in Radiology starting as a X ray tech. Any other tips would be appreciated as well since I am just venturing every opportunity after graduating. I do value a work life balance and wish to provide for more my...

How can I handle a busy high school schedule?
So I'm in AVID and I know that might be a lot to do on top of Early College and Honors classes. I want to do marching band but I feel like it'll be a lot. Do you have any strageties on how I can balance these things?

Which is more hireable: A double BA in physics and math, or a BS in physics?
do employers actually value well-rounded candidates, or do they just want specialists?

How can I really sink myself into the world of film history/film teaching?
I already write short reviews on Letterboxd, I made my own separate Instagram on film itself, but how can really dedicate myself to cinema and film studies? Any advice helps, thank you!

What is the best way to become an art therapist with a BA in Studio Art?
I have a BA in Studio Art from CSULA, and I would like to go back to school to become an Art Therapist. With that said, does anyone know if it's better to go to a school that has an Art Therapy graduate program or would it be more advantageous to get into a Masters program for clinical psychology?

Do you have any advice for joining TEA (Themed Entertainment Association)?
I've been trying to network with them in hopes of landing a job; however, I went to architecture school and don't really know who's willing to take in someone entry-level.

What are the best universities in California for degrees in film studies/film history?
In the meantime, what should I do to prepare? I'm currently taking a "Survey of global cinema" class in community college.

How do you get into set design/ themed entertainment?
Coming from an architecture background, I find it challenging to find a set design/ themed entertainment job.

what can help me focus on my homework ?
I need to do my work but I just cant focus for some reason and it makes it hard to get good grades.I need some tips to help me stay focused and get my work done easyer.

What are some good internships or experiences to try and apply for/ gain as an International Development studies major?
I am slightly worried about what internships or other experiences I should try to apply for as a second year International Development studies major at UCLA. I am very interested in international relations and, until recently, really wanted to work for the state department. I also love research...

Should I take softball next year in my junior year of high school?
I am currently a sophomore in high school that is starting to pick next year’s classes. I am not planning on playing high school in college, so I’d like to know if it’s worth it to play softball all 4 years of high school. Is it better to play 4 years of high school, or find some...

How do I figure out a career and major?
I am a sophomore in high school, and I don’t have any idea what to do with my life. I feel like I have very bad extra circulars, but I don’t know what to do, especially since I have no idea what I want to do or major in. I don’t have any particular passion, however I would like to know ways to...

What are some of the easier AP classes?
I'm currently a freshman in high school only taking AP World (my school only allows this or AP Human Geo for freshman), and it's not my best class but I managed to pass last semester with a B. For sophomore year, I'm on track to take APUSH which I know is one of the harder APs, and I was...

What education and experience requirements are there for basic backstage theatre/entertainment jobs (ie. prop assistant, set assistant, PA, set painter, etc.)?
No offense to any of those jobs -- I'm currently in a remedial school and not very confident about graduating, let alone any type of college. Not exactly in the spot to pay for certifications either. Do I need a diploma or training to compete for those jobs, or do I have a chance at a local...

What is the hardest part about studying to be a veterinary technician?
What was the hardest subject to understand when studying to be a veterinary technician? And what is something you recommend to help me prepare for this corse?

What are three important things I should know about this job (e.g. working conditions, typical schedule, rewards, and challenges including those for people new to the job)?
Getting my medical assistant certification in hopes of completing my LVN and later being a registered nurse.

Are there any related careers that you think I should consider looking into? Medical assistant
I'm going to be completing my medical assistant certification and was planning to go to LVN and later register nurse just found out about nurse practitioner and still don't completely understand the difference.
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