Came to NYC for a gig, didnt work out. Im looking to break into editing or PAing, but im unsure about how my skill level compares.

How do I measure my skill level? How do I build skill & confidence?

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Being and editor or an assistant editor is not an entry level position. You’ll have to apply as a post house pa or apprentice editor and maybe work nights. I would work very hard to learn avid and what it means to assist for avid in particular, ie breaking down footage, multi grouping, etc.

The end around for this is to try and get a job in house at an agency, but you’ll need to impress them with a reel first. And they will work very hard on case studies and pitch videos.

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Got it! Thanks so much!

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By doing. There is no silver bullet. Intern at a place you like to get some experience then hustle and network to get your name out there. Have your work reviewed in a public forum like Vimeo. Open yourself up to criticism. Working for free is not an option for everyone but it might be the only way to get in the door.

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