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In show business, they say that its all about who you know.
Well, youre in luck because now you know Priyanka!
Im a recent college graduate, and I want to be a comedy writer.
But … how do I start?
Not, like, what are the steps, but how much do assistants make?
And how do they pay for things?
Whats the bare minimum I should expect to make to cover my expenses?
How did you do it?
How do people get a foot in the door when no one is helping?
Jaida, Baton Rouge
Where do I even begin?
without stopping to understand how to enact systemic change.
Its notjustabout the melanin.
These are steps that, to me, would make for more interesting content.
First, how did I do it?
But I didnt exactly mean to work in entertainment.
I didnt even own a TV until I got married.
My rent was $400 a month, sharing a one-bedroom.
Plus, my car got totaled on the 101, and I was depressed.
Everyone is sympathetic to the stress of a housing search and will keep an eye out.
Dont be scared of taking a part-time assistant job when you really want a full-time one.
Bills must be paid!
Get in there, and then share your script when its time.
Meet as many other assistants as you might, because thats how youll hear about jobs.
Learn to cook, if you cant already.
Now Im just reminiscing.
But also, L.A. was cheaper then!
New York was cheaper then!
Its all insane now!
ranged from $1,500 to $3,600.
Im hearing that employers are using the data to offer the low end, which doesnt help entry-level jobseekers.
you might find them if you ask around.
Thats … not enough.
The system is deeply flawed.
We cant only hire rich kids!
This is so basic I want to scream.
And dont get me started on unpaid internships, which should be criminal.
But feedback from set assistant and writers assistant jobs is worrying me.
Hopefully shedding a light on these systemic problems is the first step of many.
That said, I can tell youre going to be okay.
Break a leg, and just send updates!
