I realize my story isn’t unlike others. This is why I’ve been so hesitant to do this, but I really need help.

Like many others, I worked in the film industry for years and when the landscape changed, I haven’t had a full time job since June 2024 (I know it’s been longer for others).

I want to be completely transparent on here, I’ve completely drained my retirement fund to be able to live while still applying for jobs, getting part time/seasonal/temp work but it has never paid enough to cover my bills. So it’s been a slower bleed vs a full blown artery bleed.

I live with a roommate and her partner so I don’t live on my own. It’s not the most ideal situation and he is going back home for a few months so the rent will go up when he’s gone (along with the other bills).

I’ve been applying to jobs since September 2024 and while I’ve gotten interviews, I have not gotten a full time job. I’ve worked seasonal event staff, event crowd attendants, security, dog walking, dog sitting, yard work, bartending, community mgmt so it’s not without the lack of trying to get work that I’ve tried to survive.

I am single and don’t have a partner, and I also don’t have family support so it’s all on me.

The role I had in film was in the Costumes Dept which has lead me in a very niche set of skills- none that has been transferable to a real world job.

I’ve lost my only source of consistent income - which paid under what unemployment paid me but it was reliable until it wasn’t.

I will be homeless before the summer ends if I don’t gather some income.

I am applying to jobs, but since it’s been almost a year of applying you can see my panic.

I hate to ask this, but if you have anything to spare, please consider donating. I am forever grateful. Thank you for listening.