Advice on next steps
Advice on next steps
(OP)
Hi,
I have a bachelor in Mechatronics (Class of 2012), but since I graduated I've been working in the banking industry (IT side of it). After some introspection I finally came to the realization that what I really want to do is work in Entertainment Engineering (construction of sets, stages, etc).
I'm looking for advise on what should be my next steps, I feel like even though my bachelor is a related science, I've been working for 6 years in an industry that's not related at all to this. Should I go for a masters degree? if so, what kind? has anyone done this kind of shift before? Honestly I'm open to any advice.
Thanks.
I have a bachelor in Mechatronics (Class of 2012), but since I graduated I've been working in the banking industry (IT side of it). After some introspection I finally came to the realization that what I really want to do is work in Entertainment Engineering (construction of sets, stages, etc).
I'm looking for advise on what should be my next steps, I feel like even though my bachelor is a related science, I've been working for 6 years in an industry that's not related at all to this. Should I go for a masters degree? if so, what kind? has anyone done this kind of shift before? Honestly I'm open to any advice.
Thanks.
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Is your mechatronics degree from UNC/NC? Why did you not get a job related to your degree?
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A relative has a degree in performing arts and works in that field in New York City. She has also become a stage electrician since it complements her work. A mix of formal education and hands-on skills has been a good combination for her.
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I notice a lot on here that people wanting to make a shift tend to think they should first get the seemingly relevant qualifications and only then when they're qualified, start looking into getting a job. That is the wrong way around, you risk wasting a lot of time and energy and could end up working in the industry but in the office next door to the one you really want to be in.
Research on here is a start but you need to find companies that are potential employers - they will very often be independent companies contracted into the big productions. Movies or TV series etc have a limited lifespan, the structures and cultures of companies involved are therefore very different. There is not the typical engineering organisation attitude of grow and expand and plan for the long term survival. A couple of years ago I had a discussion with the director of the company that makes most of the props for Game of Thrones. That company was essentially started from within the production, when the shows success became evident and will likely dissolve now that the last series has been filmed. There is no long term recruitment strategy, no graduate development plans etc, its about getting people in the door who will get the next season or production across the line and that means you either start at the bottom where you are easily replaceable or you know the right people.
I do admire the move however, I design and make sets for a small time local production group, just a hobby but I really enjoy the work and would love to make a career out of it. Full of creativity, innovation and new problems to solve everyday, with an engineering background I can make things happen on the stage that the script writers wouldn't have thought possible so I get to really add to the production.
Declan Scullion CEng
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Advice I can offer is think of which city and state you want to be in. Small rural is not sustainable you will need to service large entertainment centres. Research the industry regulations, companies and clients. Meet with as many of those people as possible. Also with any career you are not going to be designing the stage for the superbowl everyday, someday maybe the local carnival. You need to be happy to do the larger and smaller jobs.
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https://www.mgmclaren.com/markets/arts-entertainme...
There is more money in IT and banking though...
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https://schaefer-inc.com/career-portal/
A structural firm at heart, like the other company mentioned above.
S&T
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