Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
It’s hard to imagine where we will be any amount of time from now. So much can change between now and then. Some things we can control, others maybe not. All we can do is make the best of what we’re given, when we’re given it.
To explain where I want to be in 10 years, I should first explain where I am now. I’m almost 34 years old, I work at an ice rink, and I just got an AAS in motion picture and TV production in May. I’ve been doing ice rink work for the last 14 years. As for the degree, I haven’t found a job yet, but I have been writing and producing a series for YouTube which can be found here. The series is called My Video Journal. I’m very proud of it, and with season 1 coming to an end, I can’t wait to work on season 2.
So in 10 years what do I want to change? Well, for starters, I’d be approaching my mid-40’s. I hope I’m married by then, but who knows (still very single). As much as I love doing ice rink work, I hope to have a job in the film industry. Since I spent 15 years in college and got my degree in video production, getting a job in that field is the ultimate goal.
One idea I had not long ago was the possibility of being a history teacher. I love history, mostly American, but I don’t like teaching. If I was going to teach, I’d want the students to be into what I’m teaching. I know that some will be while others aren’t, but I think it also matters what age level you teach as well.
In any case, my goal for 10 years from now is to be working on movies or TV shows. While I do that, I will always work on stuff for YouTube as long as YouTube exists. Not only that, but anything I do for YouTube is experience I can show potential employers later.
There’s no telling where I’ll be in 10 years. I could be doing the same thing I am now, but I hope not. I am currently working toward a better future for myself one day at a time. The film industry is highly competitive, but I know I can make it there if I try hard enough. That’s the goal. And while I’m not there yet, I’m certain I will be one day.
Matt Jaku 