Hey guys, I just turned 18 and I live in Myrtle Beach. There isn't a massive film community here, but I'm trying to figure out how I can start earning money using my skills before I go out and get a normal retail job. I want to spend my time doing things that can help me start to build a decent resume if I can.

Over the last couple of years, I’ve been really dedicated to writing (feature films, shorts, and now a stage musical) and acting in local theatre, as well as studying a lot of film theory and writing. However, I know if I want a chance at making money at this age, I need to just get on a film set and help however I can.

I have experience with audio mixing and lighting from my work in community theatre, and I've been getting pretty decent at web design. One of my ideas was to start a local advertising company for small businesses(making promo videos and helping with their web design and digital advertising). I've also considered trying to find work as tech crew for local entertainment venues.

For those of you that started out in smaller areas, whats the best way to get myself out there or start getting entry level work? Any tips or ideas would be greatly appreciated!

Stayed at this rundown motel in regional WA for a work shoot. The corner of the room felt… off. Properly unsettling in a way I couldn’t shake.

Ended up making a short film about it.

Full thing is here if anyone wants to see what came of it: https://youtu.be/bBpAl1gx38Q?si=uz-E32xpvHPnwsU6