Career-Life Mind Map
Socializing
Theatre
Dance
Crocheting
Travelling
Debate
Science Experiments
Social
Teamwork
Working digitally (Excel, Research, Word, Etc.)
Hard working
Organized
Principled
Responsible
Good Leadership
Creative
Ambitious
Dedicated
Flexibility
Consistency
Collaborative environment
Not stuck in an office
Good income
Sufficient amount of sick days and holidays
Arts
Actor
Video Editor
Education is optional, but there is some useful education
bachelor's degree in theatre arts
bachelor's degree in acting
bachelor's degree in drama
diplomas in speech and drama
Where
Pros (which match my strengths and wants)
Cons:
Departments of Theatre and Film (Found at UBC, SFU, almost any major university)
Vancouver Arts School
Collaboration is required
Choices of performing styles
Exciting and Enjoyable
Lots of moving & exploring involved
Inconsistent with jobs
Lack of privacy
Work schedule
Work life balance
Competitiveness
College diploma/university is not required, but can be useful
bachelor's degree in film, broadcasting, videography, etc.
Video Production departments in Vancouver Arts School, and any major university
Pros: Creative flexibility/expression, freedom to work from home, teamwork required (depending on type of editing)
Cons: Potential glitches when working, a LOT of time on the computer, very strict deadlines
Science
Scientist
A master's, bachelor's or doctoral degree is required
Education found at any university, ex. UBC, SFU, McGill, University of Toronto, etc.
Pros: Experimenting, can solve global issues, traveling to get data sometimes
Cons: Long work hours, long list of requirements, safety hazards
Psychologist
Doctoral degree in psychology
Psychology departments at UBC and SFU (any uni)
Pros: Socializing, collaboration, helping people
Cons: can be emotionally draining, work schedule can be erratic, finding clients