When I was 15, I was drawn to the magic of storytelling and the power of film. My passion for filmmaking started when I had the opportunity to attend acting workshops hosted by Anthony Chen and his Company, Giraffe Pictures. I also acted in various student-led short films and auditioned for various roles. These experiences sparked my interest in the art of filmmaking and led me to pursue a career in the industry.

After graduating high school, I decided to attend film school in Singapore to learn the skills I needed to succeed as a filmmaker. Unfortunately, the program didn’t provide me with many hands-on opportunities to learn from industry professionals. As a result, I made the difficult decision to drop out of school at the age of 16–17.

Despite dropping out, I didn’t let it deter me from exploring my career as a creative freelancer. I continued to act in various short films led and produced by film students, started doing cold-outreach to industry professionals, and secured internships within my connections. I used Facebook and other social media platforms to network with people in the industry and gain valuable experience.

During this time, I realized that to succeed as a freelancer in the film industry, I needed to learn more than just technical skills. I needed to learn digital marketing, content creation, business development, sales, and many other valuable skills to succeed in the competitive world of filmmaking. To do this, I utilized various online resources and found every way possible to build my portfolio. After sometime, I managed to secure clients on my own as a young creative.

Through hard work and dedication, I began to get more opportunities to work on larger productions and started to gain recognition for my work. One of the most significant milestones in my career was working with award winning directors.

Today, as a soon-to-be 21-year-old young professional in the tech industry, I am still learning and growing every day. I am grateful for everyone who has given me the opportunity to prove myself and grow professionally.

I am dedicating this creation to supporting the next generation of digital workers. 10% of the proceeds will be going to a social cause. I believe that everyone should have the chance to pursue their passions and explore different career options.

In conclusion, my professional journey has been challenging, but also incredibly rewarding. Despite setbacks, I will continue to pursue my goals and gain valuable experience and skills along the way. I am excited to see where my next opportunity and my commitment to supporting the next generation of digital workers will take me next.

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