I loved this article! I kind of have a different experience. I've struggled with anxiety for a very long time, but ever since moving out to LA and going to events to meet industry people in person, pursuing the path of Music Supervision, I've found that my anxiety has been greatly reduced. I identify with what you said about over-thinking and wondering what people think of you constantly, and kind of being an introvert. I felt that way every day before recently, but now I don't pay much mind to what people think of me. I've found a way to just be content and confident and happy with myself and how I come across. And I feel people pick up on that in a good way.
thank you so much! I’m glad you’re feeling confident and are putting yourself out there! I would say, if you’re semi-new to supervision (within a few years or so), this is pretty normal. Things can shift gradually over the years after doing it for an extended period of time. I hope that you continue to experience this level of comfortability! 💕
So well said and so well written Dondrea. I am working with 3 up and coming supervisors and it is not an easy job, nor is the pay so great. The supervisors I know who have done ok are the ones who started their own companies or teamed up with others. This business is tough and now that artists have been told to "go after" supervisors it makes things even crazier. I feel both grateful for and protective of the supervisors who have allowed me into their spaces.
Thank you Cindy! I know, this field is so wild to navigate. It’s an interesting landscape and I know a lot of people are excited about entering it, but don’t have the full perspective they need in order to thrive. It can be a beautiful place, but also insanely demanding. It takes a certain kind of person, that’s for sure!
Thank you, Dondrea. Someone who has worked for me for over 10 years on marketing initiatives announced today that she wants to become a music supervisor. Having more than a little experience in that seat, I told her "First of all, we should probably discuss WHY you want to be a music supervisor"....
Have them read “the real life of a music supervisor” newsletter that went out a couple weeks ago! If they experience any hesitation after reading it, they most likely won’t have the chops to make it in the role full-time.
It’s super important to recognize what feels good or bad to your mental state and create boundaries. I am naturally an introvert and it’s draining to go into venues, because people naturally want to sit and talk to you. I love these people and consider them friends as well as fans, but it takes a lot out of me. I have sometimes started sitting in a 2 person table where I will initiate a hello and short convo and then sit on my own, explaining I just need some down time and to be able to listen to the music without distraction ( I also have hearing issues which becomes extra work for hearing speech in louder spaces).
I often find myself needing to go easy the following day too, taking more me time.
I loved this article! I kind of have a different experience. I've struggled with anxiety for a very long time, but ever since moving out to LA and going to events to meet industry people in person, pursuing the path of Music Supervision, I've found that my anxiety has been greatly reduced. I identify with what you said about over-thinking and wondering what people think of you constantly, and kind of being an introvert. I felt that way every day before recently, but now I don't pay much mind to what people think of me. I've found a way to just be content and confident and happy with myself and how I come across. And I feel people pick up on that in a good way.
thank you so much! I’m glad you’re feeling confident and are putting yourself out there! I would say, if you’re semi-new to supervision (within a few years or so), this is pretty normal. Things can shift gradually over the years after doing it for an extended period of time. I hope that you continue to experience this level of comfortability! 💕
Wooo… and ya don’t stop! 👊🏽💕
Thank you Casey! Appreciate you reading :)
So well said and so well written Dondrea. I am working with 3 up and coming supervisors and it is not an easy job, nor is the pay so great. The supervisors I know who have done ok are the ones who started their own companies or teamed up with others. This business is tough and now that artists have been told to "go after" supervisors it makes things even crazier. I feel both grateful for and protective of the supervisors who have allowed me into their spaces.
Thank you Cindy! I know, this field is so wild to navigate. It’s an interesting landscape and I know a lot of people are excited about entering it, but don’t have the full perspective they need in order to thrive. It can be a beautiful place, but also insanely demanding. It takes a certain kind of person, that’s for sure!
So well said Dondrea. It takes a committed dedicated team of people who sincerely care about each other is what I have discovered.
Thank you, Dondrea. Someone who has worked for me for over 10 years on marketing initiatives announced today that she wants to become a music supervisor. Having more than a little experience in that seat, I told her "First of all, we should probably discuss WHY you want to be a music supervisor"....
Have them read “the real life of a music supervisor” newsletter that went out a couple weeks ago! If they experience any hesitation after reading it, they most likely won’t have the chops to make it in the role full-time.
It’s super important to recognize what feels good or bad to your mental state and create boundaries. I am naturally an introvert and it’s draining to go into venues, because people naturally want to sit and talk to you. I love these people and consider them friends as well as fans, but it takes a lot out of me. I have sometimes started sitting in a 2 person table where I will initiate a hello and short convo and then sit on my own, explaining I just need some down time and to be able to listen to the music without distraction ( I also have hearing issues which becomes extra work for hearing speech in louder spaces).
I often find myself needing to go easy the following day too, taking more me time.