Back to square one?

I heard back from the interviewer and they said they went in a different direction. However, they would like to consider me as a freelance if any opportunities come up. I expressed my interest in future opportunities and asked for any feedback. I haven't heard from them, so I have no idea if I will get any feedback.

It will be really nice if they do have any freelance gigs available for me to work on. I could use the experience and network for sure.

Speaking of freelance, I put out a status on my LinkedIn and received a response to video edit for an indie show. I took a look at one of the episodes they had available, and I am not sure if I want to edit it. I want to edit projects that I know I could use in my portfolio, not just to pay the bills. The client has asked if I wanted to try editing an episode and what my rate was... I'm still contemplating about it. I'm very careful of what I work on now, because I need to have quality work to show future gigs/employers.

After attending five interviews and being rejected so many times... I've decided that right now, I should get a FT job that has great management, a fast-paced environment, 9 - 5 ish kind of hours, and a great team with many opportunities to grow. I will then pursue my passions on the side, and see if I can do freelancing work in graphic design and video editing (if possible) and maybe even basic website design/maintenance. This takes me back to square one, which is what I was doing when I was out of school, focusing on these interests on the side.

 Freelance video editing is a bit difficult if I have a FT day job, since it usually requires meeting up with the client during working hours, and then discussing their needs, and sometimes they want a videographer as well. Also, I found it has been quite difficult to find clients. I need a mentor.

Freelance graphic design/web design could have the same challenge too, except I think it's much easier because edits can be asked and followed-up through e-mail. But there's also the challenge of work hours... then again, I might just have to find clients who don't have the same work hours as I would, such as auto dealers, retailers, independent businesses, etc. So there is options for sure.

I read a posting saying I should stick with a job for at least two years, otherwise employers might think that a short-term job history could be repeated at their own company. For me, I have been working with temp jobs in the past, so I think it's time to find a good solid job for a couple of years.

So what kind of jobs should I look at while I pursue my passions in media?

I'm looking at HR admin/assistant roles, admin assistant roles and industries in oil & gas, real estate and other services. I'm also looking at marketing too, but it's been a challenge from the history of job interviews I've had.

I will continue to stay optimistic and positive. I will find an awesome job and pursue my passions!