Hi all. I have a really big passion to be a DSM. I have been studying technical theatre as a hobby since the age of 12 and then took the subject as a sixth form course. I then went onto East 15 to get a degree in Stage Management, However i failed the course on the set design unit, even after re-taking the first year. I was tested at the uni and found I had learning difficulties. Ever since I have been in a normal job just so I can keep and income and pay bills etc and struggling to get my foot in the door. I know industry professionals but they don't always reply as there busy. I am applying for jobs and opportunities but getting nowhere.
The other concern is everyone I have shown my CV to, all tell me similar things about the changes needed etc and I have a Stage Jobs pro guide book which tells me something else. In a way I agree with the information the book has provided. E.G: my first line in my personal statement is ' I am an enthusiastic individual .............'. From reading the advice in the book, I doubt having this sentence because employers will not want an enthusiastic individual who can't prove anything before an interview.
Apart from the one day crew class training I will be going too soon, I am struggling with my CV, covering letter and a way of finding experience to make me more employable. I will never give up but I am stuck in a little bit of a rut and was wondering if anyone has any great advice as to what I should do. This will be appreciated.
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