<p>Um…she would not have to get a “real job”. She would have to get another job. Filmmaking is a REAL job, as is music performance, acting, art, dance, etc. Many of these folks need to supplement their incomes with additional other jobs. It doesn’t make their work in the arts any less REAL.</p>
<p>Sorry…but I take offense at folks who believe work in the arts isn’t “real” work…and that other jobs are “real” jobs.</p>
<p>Anyway…back to the point. The OP has an opportunity to get a degree in the arts with no cost to him. That is an amazing gift. </p>