Has anyone else noticed how “temporary” positions in entertainment seem to last years? I’ve been a “temp” coordinator for over 18 months, still paid hourly with no benefits, no title bump, and no clear end date in sight. The company keeps saying, “We’re evaluating staffing needs,” but I’m basically doing a full-time role without any of the security. It’s exhausting living in limbo. At what point do you just walk away?

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Set a timeline or expectation. If they can’t commit, you’ll know it’s time to look elsewhere.

like

It's a business where things are always subject to change. Budgets change, leadership changes, the taste of the public changes, and so on. Sometimes we have to take a lousy deal to get our foot in the door. At this point you should probably take your experience and go find a better position elsewhere.

like

Temporary is not the best word, because a lot of temp roles do stay that way. More likely to go on a different project with a different title, then move out of one of those temp positions.

I think it's definitely worth looking into finding something a little bit more stable. Like you said, you're basically a full-time employee without the benefits or the stability and promise of a future job. Maybe start applying elsewhere?

It never hurts to look around to see what else you can find, you could find a similar role for better benefits.

Related Posts

I’m currently in the process of being converted from contractor to permanent. In my initial conversations I was under the impression that I was in a different pay grade and asked for a salary 25k higher than the max allotted for my position. I feel like it gave the impression that I don’t know what I’m doing. Any suggestion how I can recover from this?

like

Hi Fishes, Please suggest which one to choose. Capgemini and epam both are fixed same.capgemini offered 10%variable extra snd 1 lak joining bonus for the same role. Which will be best in terms of growth and Jon security? Capgemini EPAM Systems EPAM Anywhere Tata Consultancy

like

What is the learning curve/different expectations for an attorney versus a CPA in a first year associate role? I just started, but a bit confused on how I can best contribute my legal skills and anxious about not being an expert on accounting principles.

like

Just received an offer with expected / standard salary for role but no signing or relocation bonus. They know I don’t have any other offers which is why I assume they didn’t offer any signing bonus - do I have any chance of getting one without “leverage”?

likehelpful

How is the HSBC project at Capco with respect to WLB and work? And what are some good employee benefits that Capco offers better than others. And also benefits that Capco does not offer but most other companies do?

can anyone help me with standard package for Customer success manager/ key account manager salary. I have 2 years of experience. Need to know what can I expect for this role.

like
like

I'm accepting an offer with a new company... Start in early Aug. Senior Manager role, though in this company that equates to Manager at most consulting farms. They did not had hunt me. I came to them for the job.

I have COVID delayed vacations planned for the last week in August and the first week in October.

Should I just cancel one of them? Or should I at least put both on the table and see what they say? They're going to hire me either way, but I wonder if it's a bad start to ask for both.

like

I received a verbal offer for a VP position at CCB line of business at JPMC in NYC two weeks ago. The recruiter asked for salary expectations but there was no number set. It’s been two weeks since and complete radio silence. I sent an email to a hiring manager a week ago but received no reply. It’s August so people could be on vacation but this is really strange. Has anyone had similar experience?

like

Hi! I have worked in management roles in tech, mainly in analytics, for approximately 10 years. My TC has fluctuated (currently around 135K CAD), but it seems like it's relatively easy to breach the 100K bar, but hard to breach the 150K bar. I now work at the CBC, but I have worked in the private sector too. What is the most realistic way to move to 200K? 1) Continue moving the ladder to a VP position, 2) Switch to Pre-Sale, 3) Switch to Consulting, 4) Work from a U.S. company from Canada.

like

Hi 👋🏻 Would love some support here - looking to build out a bonus structure for a Sales Engagement Mgr role - it isn't a typical sales role - this person will be closing deals but not necessarily securing leads. If they will be scoring leads, it will be organic via conferences, partnerships. Of course, we want to encourage and incentivize this person. Potentially giving then an extra 20-50k bonus potential. How do I build this out? Any suggestions or examples would be super helpful. Thank you!!

Accenture is on Hiring Freeze? Suddenly my status in portal says I'm on hold? HR said she will update me in 2,3 weeks about the decision now.
What's up with these guys? After all these documents processing, I am really very confused about my decision to join Accenture

like

I was recently laid off and I am actively search for a new role. I am mainly targeting Business Analyst, ScrumMaster, Product Analyst, roles but I am open to others.

Must be located in Austin, Texas or fully remote.

EXP
5 Mo- Business Analyst 3
1.5 Y- Venture Capital Associate
1.5 Y- Strategic Planning Analyst

Certifications
ScrumMaster
Specialist Accounting and Finance
Specialist Business Intelligence

Contact
737-707-5156
ajaspercannon@gmail(dot)com
www.linkedin(dot)com/in/jcstrategy

like

Hi Friends, I have 10+ experience in F&A BPO and recently moved from Wipro bps to Wipro technologies for business analyst role, Am in B2 band currently getting 12 PA , Am i getting paid as per market standards? Pls suggest

like
likehelpful

Hi All,

Kindly help me in resolving the dilemma

MBA with Total YOE - 7+, relevant YOE- 5.3 , Skills - CYBERSECURITY,GRC, Audit.

I have got two offers
1. Genpact - 27 CTC (24 fixed + 10% variable plus gratuity) Manager level
2. Airbus - 23 CTC + 5 L JB
I really wanted to work with Airbus but they are not budging from the offer of 23 even after I told them I have a better offer from Genpact with better position. HR said they will come back..

You think Airbus will come back with better offer?

like

Any product based companies hiring data engineers?
Can someone refer me please?
YOE: 4

Deloitte Fishes, I am 38 and want to allocate my 401K. Based on review so far VTI seems like a good option but I don’t see it in the menu neither do VTSAX. Can you help me pick the right allocation?

like

Hi Guys can anyone refer me for the position of data and analytics analyst Job Identification NO :210362477..THANKS IN ADVANCE!

like

More Posts

Moved from consulting (non MBB) to VC (investing role) recently, happy to take questions!

likeupliftinghelpful

Hello Fishes,

Need your valuable suggestion here.... I am planning to pursue an MBA in marketing from a good brand however due to the fees/cost constraints not able to shortlist one. Can someone please help with a reasonable institute with good placement records?

Thanks!

like

Does anyone here work for AMP Agency?

Sent my CV for consideration of an analyst job and wanting insight to salary expectations!

Client is asking the million dollar question on what would be their ROI on running a super bowl spot. Any models or partners that anyone has used on how to project outcomes?

like

Had an offer for 30% more , a promotion to manager, extra week of vacation to switch firms. I love where I am at with my clients and there is a lot of potential there. Should I stay the course?

I have more than 12 years of tax attorney experience at biglaw and big4. Are there any big4 positions that pay more than 200k? National Tax? Anything else?

like

HCL Technologies vs FIS Global which should i join? YOE is 11+ as BA. HCL is offering 3 lakhs more than FIS. Please help to choose

like

Hi Guys how is the Novartis company in terms of work life balance and About bonus pay and Increments YOY in analytics department

Signed a verbal offer pending a background check - have you told your current employer you're leaving before the background check process was complete?

like

What are the projects available at wipro gurgaon Location?

*Input on Salary* I have two opportunities in hand.
1) EY GDS - Assurance Senior
2) BDO Rise - Assurance Senior

I am an ACCA affiliate with 2+ years of experience in Assurance. What can I expect in terms of compensation?

Thank you in advance.

BDO BDO RISE Private Limited EY

like

How different do your two professional recommendations need to be? I’ve worked for two years under the same management because of mutual trust. Any other recommendations would be dated or worse.

likehelpful

Which m7s are known for consulting and/or tech as exit opps?

like

Anyone who’s been through the PT MBA Program at Kellogg willing to chat?

like

Why is it that those in IB can’t get an MBA and return to IB the way people from other industries have returned post-MBA?

like

Hi all,

I am currently serving Notice Period and will relieve in First week of May. Will I be getting any Bonus for this Financial Year (Which is evaluated from July-June, and will be credited in August) thru Prorata Basis?
If yes, when can I expect?

When is the final settlement like Leave balance encashment and Last month salary credit be expected?

like

Hi Fishes,

I am 3.6 years experienced QA Test Analyst looking for referrals and job change with good compensation
Please help with refferal and openings
Thanks everyone

like

What is considered a “large” caseload in employment litigation? I work at a large L&E boutique law firm and handling about 14-15 active litigation cases in state/federal court or arbitration. Some of these matters are multi-plaintiff and multi-defendant cases, but none are class actions. This does not include any matters I am handling in the charge stage or in pre-litigation. Not sure if that’s a typical caseload or not?

like

Best sci fi book you have read?

like

Amy’s recs for best hot pot in Manhattan? Thanks!

like

Additional Posts in Entertainment

Want to start using one of those casting sites to try to get gigs but I’m afraid of getting scammed in some way. Anyone ever experienced something like this with an agency?

like

What is the moment that made you realize you wanted a career in entertainment?

like

Atlanta actress looking to network and audition for film, tv, and theatre!

like

Is Unity or Unreal better for beginner game devs?

like

How is everyone feeling amidst these layoffs? Hope everyone is taking care of themselves!

like

People who have a celebrity-inspired tattoo, do you regret it? I want to get one inspired by my fav movie but what if that actor turns out to be a Weinstein?

like

Those in music comms: what are the best labels/agencies to work at?

like

Could someone learn acting without attending formal classes?

like

Hey street photographers, what are your thoughts of people being identifiable in shots?

like

Recent grads - what was your major and what kind of work are you doing now? Also what was your starting salary?

like

I recently retired and I’d like to try out acting now that I have all this extra time to pour into it. What can an older guy (65) do to pursue a career in acting?

likeuplifting

I’m a 40-year-old agent and it feels like it’s now or never for following my passion. Does a newbie to film at my age have any chance of breaking into the industry?

like

How come in TV shows there are different salaries for different actors? And it's even worse when you bring numbers in. Per episode, there have been cases where some people make twice as much as others.

like

List your reasons as to why Hulu is better than Netflix:

like

I’m passionate about gaming and I’d love to join the industry, but I’m wary because of some horror stories I’ve heard about working with big developers. Has anyone here worked with a Triple-A studio?

like

Looking for a Full-Time position!

Currently, work as a Project Coordinator for an Travel/Event tech-startup. Ideally remote or in Orlando, FL. I have experience in sales & marketing as well.

A question for the entertainers out there (magicians, dancers, DJs, really just anyone who is hired to work at parties). Have you ever turned down a job because something about the person asking to hire you just felt "off"?

like

I’m looking for poets interested in teaching poetry 👀 Message me if you’re interested!

Post Photo
likehelpful

The House of the Dragon finale was SO good! I’m so glad they were able to redeem the franchise. What other show deserves to make a comeback like that?

like

Is it worth it being a freelance actor? I don't want to sign with an agency because they'll take away a big chunk of my earnings, but it's so hard to hustle and do it all by myself.

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal