Steve Jacobson
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how do I get into the the media industry?
I am interested in the media industry so I want intel on how I can get into the industry
What degree should I major in if I want to be a Creative Director?
I am currently working in healthcare administration looking to pivot my career to creative directing. I have no clue where to start. I have interest in musical theater, production design, graphic design, and creative writing.
How to understand a different perspective for characters?
Hi. So I want to make a story, but I want the characters to flourish with diversity (disabilities, race, personality, etc.) but I don't know how to make a character through their eyes. Say they had epilepsy, I want the character to be relatable and true to other epileptic people. Edit: Thank...
What are some tips for trying to go into film major?
I know there's a lot so how can I choose the best type of film major for me? I am a senior who is going to go to college next year in community to figure out the programs needed to get to film when I transfer out.
How to network with filmmakers?
Some advice I got from a film producer was to find a more experienced filmmaker to help guide me through the development of my first project(s). I'm not in a position to start building my team yet, but I'd like some resource references for when I do. Where can I look to network with and find...
How can I explore as a film maker?
I'm currently a film editor that can alsom build new concepts.
What can I do to be more creative and get job opportunities in film industry.
How useful is film school. Does the degree matter?
Senior in high school, applying for colleges. Interested in film school.
what should I be majoring or looking into career wise ?
I love to create, direct , Edit and take photos. I also love health and nutrition and helping people with bettering themselves
What are the first steps to becoming a video editor.?
I'm a 10th grader and am very interested in being a film/video editor, what are my first steps to becoming one?
How can I pick between a couple of career paths i'm thinking of?
I am split between a career involved with computer science/IT and a career involved with graphic design. I want to be able to make a 6 figure salary, as I live in an area with a high cost of living, but I also want a career i'll enjoy. I like the idea of either career path/majors but i'm...
first steps to film school?
hello, I'm 17 and I'm going to graduate high school this year I have enough money saved that I can pretty much do/go anywhere for school. Since I was a little girl I have dreamed of being a director/screenwriter I made my first ¨movie¨ when I was in first grade recently I have been thinking of...
Should I apply for college or enter the workforce?
I’ve been a bit anxious about the college and career path that I want to take after high school. I initially wanted to be an editor but I’m still on the fence about it. I’m also not sure if I want to go to college or try to enter the work field immediately after graduation. College applications...
What job should I get to save up for the career I want?
I'm 13 (a bit young to be thinking about these things, I know, but might as well plan this now!) and live in the Philippines. I want to move to a country with a better film industry one day because I want to write shows and films. My original plan was to do a dual degree for psychology and...
How should I decide on an MFA program for Writing?
I see a lot of programs and I'm overwhelmed by which factors I should consider. Preferably, I would like a high-residency program that wouldn't require me to go into debt or expects me to pay too much out of pocket. My strongest medium is poetry, but I also like to write in prose.
How do I maximize my talent and share my "gift" with the world while also making enough money to be able to sustain myself and others?
Young 23 y/o artist self taught producer and engineer autodidact looking to grow as an artist