Through this trip I've been able to narrow down more specifically what I want to do and it's either to work in casting or a talent agency. Yesterday was exciting because it started to feel like that all came together. We were able to meeting Rocco Hindmann, an OU alum, who works with "below-the-line" talent. The one thing that really hit home was when he talked about reputation and how it's everything. I've had a similar outlook on life and my past jobs and to hear how important it is in LA, especially for an agency, it made me realize even more how much I would fit in as an agent here.
Our next OU alum was Matt Rhodes, a producer for Mandalay. Matt was amazing. He gave each of us a personalized idea of what we should do when we get to LA to reach our goals. He was also the first person to talk about having a pitch which was something I learned about in school last semester. Everything comes full circle. Matt also reiterated how, again, it all comes back to passion. Be the person to come early and stay late and understand that this career is a lifestyle. This is something I came to terms with a long time ago and that's why I haven't changed my career path, I want this lifestyle.
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| Outside the Dolby Theatre |
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| Tiara in the theatre |
Theatre was my first love so getting a tour of the Dolby Theatre was a dream come true. Beautiful theatre with a great alum and so many good stories. This trip has helped me realize how grateful I am to be a bobcat. Our alum are amazing people. This was proven again last night at our screening where we got to meet some more alum who took time out of their own schedule to come hang out with us. So many connections and instant friends. I've been so grateful for this trip and this amazing opportunity to meet some of the most wonderful people. I always knew what networking was but this week has been the easiest way to network. I just hope that a few years down the road, I'm also able to help young bobcats. The bobcat family is so amazing and helpful and I'm so glad to be a part of it!
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| Inside the Hard Rock Cafe |
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