Stef I’m currently working as a freelancer and making money by selling my assets on Payhip, etc. I started as a faneditor, which led me into video editing and then advanced motion graphics. I’ve done a variety of work, from 2D graphics to 3D motion design, even drawing and stop-motion animations. I’m currently working on a similar concept and style to the Netflix series Heartstopper, by implementing my own design into it, and I’ve received a good response from the author and director themselves.
Four months ago, I was in med school, studying only to realize I wasn’t made for it and never enjoyed it. After a lot of breakdowns, I decided to focus on my hobby, something I’ve been doing for over four years. I remember doing this when I was young, but I didn’t have the freedom to pursue it because of my Asian parents forcing me to study for medical college. I spent countless hours and days, but now I’m happy I chose this path.
This might be a little personal, but I’ve never really had support for this, and I had to fight for it. I haven’t talked to anyone or gone outside my room in three months. I’m just saving money, trying to earn more, researching the documents I need, made my own business bank account, and handling everything on my own. The thing that’s in my way is the visa sponsorship, which can be hard to get, but I’m pretty sure if the right company sees my work, they will sponsor me. I truly trust my work, which I sometimes work 300-700 hours on, trying my best to bring something new to the plate with concepts, and even helping others by teaching them or giving funds when possible.
I feel really alone in this and just need a big hand to follow along. This might be personal, but this is where I’m at.
