“Your Career in Animation” – David B. Levy P2

Having read the book, although it took time as I decided to take notes for future reference, I know it was full of valuable advice.

Knowing my personality type, I would definitely prefer permanent/full-time employment over freelance gigs here and there – I feel constantly needing to find a new job would give me anxiety. I’m definitely what’s described as a ‘house-cat’.

Even if the job is creative, it is important to have a different creative outlet outside of it – this way your ego doesn’t become attached to the work, and you’re better at taking feedback as it wouldn’t be as personal.

When Palmer talked about bad leadership, I was surprised at how easily I could think of examples from my day jobs of people who were reluctant, disruptive, absent or tone-deaf and that truly affected my work. It is absolutely my goal to not become one of these people as I would hate to negatively impact my team and their work – the animation industry so heavily depends on teamwork.

Another thing I picked up on was how important it is to make connections in the industry. I will definitely be looking to join a group in London and try to attend or volunteer at London Festivals. I’m not great at cold emailing or reaching out, but this is what’s called growth, I guess.

I suppose I gotta stick my neck out to get a foot in the door.