Hello everyone! I am moving to NYC in 2 weeks.... i already have a job as a MUA for Clinique however i want to escape the corporate/retail world ASAP! I have been freelancing for a few years on my own but I am more than willing to assist, but i would love some input on how to get started in the big city!

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Seriously - best desserts ever. Its all you need to survive the Big Apple.

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Eh, I'm really no help, despite the fact that I practically live in NYC. I'd say you make it in NYC the same way you make it in every city: work hard, work lots advertise, contact agencies and artists, make lots of contacts, work on your portfolio, etc. etc.

xo
Siân Melton
http://www.alwaysmadeup.com

In baseball there is an expression,  throwing the ball before you have caught it.

ENJOY the city for a little while,   Sure move on but some of the greatest times of many of my friends who have moved to NY are the first few weeks, months,  etc,

I am sure the expense of moving and a new apartment will be almost over whelming.

If you can do it all the more power to you but remember to have fun not just business.
The city is a great place to have the time of your life,  just do not play or enjoy too long.

Or you may be eating spam for dinner.