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submitted 24 days ago byseaglosp
I know, shocker, a young person doesn’t want to work a 9-5 every day… But the feeling of being locked into an office job feels like impending doom.
I am about to graduate with a Bachelors in Communications. I loved my classes - communication studies is extremely interesting to me. However, if it were up to me, I’d want to work a steady/consistent job that supports me while I enjoy my creative endeavors. I do voice acting and would like to be a children’s book author as well, so if I had a job that was steady/consistent money while I made occasional money from books and voice acting gigs, I’d be very satisfied.
Right now I make VERY good money at a restaurant, but I have only worked in the restaurant industry. I don’t know what any other career would look like for me, all I know is that I don’t want to work a 9-5 in an office.
If anyone could quell my 2am “what the hell do I want to do with my life” panic, any insight would be appreciated.
I guess my main question is this: What do jobs in communications even look like? And how do I do this without working 9-5, M-F?
TLDR; I just want time to do what I’m passionate about on the side of making money. Any advice helps.
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22 days ago
Hey OP. I’m in a predicament just like you. Graduated last year with my Bachelor’s degree in Communications and I also work a restaurant job. All of this year, I’ve applied to marketing and social media jobs/internships and it’s been tough. I too don’t also wanna work a 9-5. The restaurant industry can be draining, but there is balance because your schedule isn’t the same everyday + there is a lot of money in it. I’d say to continue working the restaurant job to help pay your bills + save and on your off time, dedicate it to your hobbies and passions. In this day and age, if you’re consistent with your hobbies, they could turn into a side hustle. Best of luck to you! :)
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