Jackassalope

Let's Get Creative

I can honestly say that it is nice to be given a menial compliment in order to soften the blow of criticism. I’ll be the first one to admit that the tone of my writing has substance while its technical aptitude falls a little short, but it’s still never fun to have that fact pointed out by an industry veteran.

Luckily, I went into my recent informational interview with the creative director/copywriter of Frank Creative with the sole purpose of gaining knowledge. And while none of his shots delivered a knock out blow, I don’t believe he pulled many punches either. All in all, it was a great learning experience. He shed some light on the different ways I can view my strengths and weaknesses, and handed me a tiny speck of hope encased in despair.

Number one lesson: Don’t listen to other people’s advice; especially when they don’t know what they’re talking about.

Number two lesson: Beg. Beg for work. Beg for experience, and beg for knowledge.

Unfortunately, it’s hard to put yourself into a position of begging and working for free when you have a family you’re trying to help support. Nonetheless, the option is always there. Now, it comes down to priorities and what I can bring myself to sacrifice along the way. That’s a question I can’t answer now. I guess I’ll have to learn that lesson along the way.