I failed. · Editor Accelerator

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I failed.

A few weeks ago, I came across a dream opportunity—a full-time short-form content editor position for Nick Giovanni, a professional chef and food content creator. I was determined to land the role, but despite my efforts, I didn’t get the job. Here’s the story and what I took away from the experience:

What I Did:

1. Studied His Style: I analyzed Nick’s short-form content to understand his editing style, shot composition, and overall brand.

2. Recreated His Work: I made a video replicating one of Nick’s originals shot-for-shot, angle-for-angle, edit-for-edit to demonstrate my ability to match his creative vision.

3. Took a Multi-Channel Approach: I sent the video to Nick’s DMs and email to ensure it caught his attention.

4. Acted Quickly: Despite a tight timeline, I worked as fast as possible to create something high-quality.

What Happened:

• While I was editing, I received an email saying they had already filled the position.

• I realized I didn’t market myself strongly enough and could’ve done more to align my pitch with the specific value I bring.

Why It Wasn’t a Failure:

• The video I made is still a portfolio piece that showcases my skills to other potential clients.

• This effort demonstrated my determination and ability to adapt to different creative styles.

• I planted a seed with Nick—this project may lead to future opportunities, either with him or someone in his network.

My Next Steps:

1. Continue refining my pitch and personal brand to stand out in competitive markets.

2. Keep creating similar projects to showcase my skills to potential clients.

3. Stay in touch with Nick in case another opportunity arises.

I’m sharing this not just to reflect on my journey but to encourage anyone else who’s chasing a dream opportunity: Don’t give up. Even when things don’t go as planned, every step you take builds momentum for future success.

I’d love your thoughts—how do you handle setbacks when chasing dream opportunities? And if you’re curious, feel free to check out the video I created!https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IzEMJ7Awiulny-wn_nfC21RLTtHrEWvC/view?usp=drivesdk

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