Where do I go from here?

I’m sure you’ve all seen this one before: graduate student who’s written a ton of screenplays but now has no clue where to go next. He isn’t repped, has submitted to competitions, but doesn’t really know what direction to take his writing after graduation.

It’s me, I’m that guy.

I know most people are gonna recommend I start looking for reps, but where do I start? I’ve submitted to a few Blacklist programs and got good feedback, even made it to a few SemiFinalist positions.

I also know that the industry has been a bit of a dumpster fire for the past few years and doesn’t look to be letting up anytime soon. I live 3 hours north of LA and have considered moving closer for the sake of convenience if/when I need to start pitching and meeting with people in person.

Should I start cold contacting reps who take on new screenwriters or is there a different method I’m not getting?

Would love some sage advise, even if it sounds redundant or obvious to you! I’ll be grateful for whatever I can get 👍