We all know that 2023 has started off in a difficult situation for many people who are not wealthy or high earners. Recovering from the pandemic, war and natural disasters have made us all reflect on our lives and what we want to do, and how we need to make the most of the time and resources we have.
Some of the biggest impacts have been made on the young creatives living globally who are not taken seriously for their passion and ideas. Starting a business or movement on their own with no funding is extremely hard, and if given the chance, we could make some big changes in the creative industries.
We are finding it difficult. Trying to break into businesses and network with people who are relevant to our aspirations when we don’t even have time for ourselves. Being told to get a “proper job” or to take things seriously when this is where our heart is heading. Whether that be music, dance, art, writing or performance.
In this industry, there is not one path to achieving a suitable or successful job. You can’t walk out of one qualification and get a job that is set in stone and the same globally. You have to work day in and day out trying to make the best impression on the right person, showing your dedication and understanding of the business. Because when it comes down to this, it’s not about something written on paper, but the way you are celebrated.
The reason I’m writing about this is because I feel it so deeply. I’m a final year university student, working a ‘part time’ job often 5-6 nights a week, whilst trying to hold down a healthy social life, seeing my family, London bills, expensive hobbies and a chronic illness – with so many ideas and plans that I don’t have the time or money to turn into reality. I’m applying for full time jobs and internships every day and keeping my fingers crossed for a better schedule and stability in 2023.
To help us, please try to understand us. Understand our drive and passions. Believe in everything we say. Just because we aren’t in academic business doesn’t mean we aren’t smart. Put yourself in our shoes – being in this position isn’t how we plan to spend our 20s.
ROARA Magazine 