Career Advice

Hello,

I understand that this question has been asked probably a million times, but I'm seriously weighing my options for film school or runner work.

I'm a 19M finishing up my AA in Theatre in the United States. I want access to more worldwide shoots, and I seriously, at all costs, do not want to live in LA. I live close to it, it's a shithole, and I want nothing to do with that as a broke student. I would like to get out of the United States as soon as possible and start doing film in Europe. London seems like a legitimate option for both production work and schooling. I am very interested in film writing, directing and producing. I feel like a have a very strong portfolio already, as I worked my ass off through high school to get something I can show off.

Here's where I'm at a cross. I seriously do not know whether or not I should find a runner job or to finish up an undergrad course. I've been considering a more technical school, ones like LFA or MetFilm because of the actual course selection (from what I've seen online). My thought process is that if I go to film school and don't get a film job, at least I have a BA I can use at another job. On the other hand however, I seriously am considering trying to just apply for a position and move over. I understand the price and cost of moving, it would not be cheap, but it would get me connections. I also understand that the industry is in a really weird spot, and trying to get in right now is super rocky.

If you have any advice to give me, please let me know. I'm finishing my AA in May, and am wondering what my next steps are.