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By ugh - 01/06/2014 22:15 - United States - Concord

Today, I told someone about my degree in technical theatre with a concentration in lighting design. They looked at me and said, "You're paid $52,000 a year to turn lights on and off?" And technically, that's correct. FML

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Same thing different taste

By Anonymous - 04/08/2009 20:22 - United States

Today, I was working the lighting for a drama production. In the last scene, two characters realize they are in love and kiss, then the stage goes dark. I mixed up my settings, and instead of a blackout, flashing party lights started going off. 300 people turn around to stare at me. FML

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By compguy - 25/02/2010 15:39 - United States

Today, I applied and was accepted for a part-time network engineering position. Being contract work they asked me what I charge. I replied, "$12 an hour." After a look of surprise they accepted me for the position and said, "Our last guy charged $200 an hour, you're a bargain." FML

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By BlueyedKat - 27/02/2016 06:03 - United States - Huntsville

Today, I found out that the money I spent on a very specific degree was wasted, because apparently, I don't qualify for a job at the place that told me I had to have that degree. FML

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Excuse you?

By done - 07/08/2018 11:30 - United States - North Las Vegas

Today, after spending years volunteering at community theatres and being accepted into a prestigious university for theatrical design, my public high school gave me a scholarship. All my mother could say was "I'm sorry they wasted their money on you." FML

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It's not THAT hard

By Anonymous - 14/11/2020 05:07

Today, I found out how hard it is to actually change light bulbs. I work with electricians. FML

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By Anonymous - 08/08/2009 07:02 - United States

Today, I was working in the box office. A group came in for tickets but wanted to pay individually. One paid $40 for a $25 ticket. Laughing, I reached for the calculator while saying, "I went to public school, so I can't do math." They didn't laugh. They were all teachers in public schools. FML

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By OutOfWork.OutOfTime - 28/10/2015 01:34 - United States - Cookeville

Today, I had my first job interview since graduating from university. The person who interviewed me informed me that not using my degree after two years practically makes it null and void. I guess instead of being a financial advisor at the company, I could always be a janitor there. FML

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Overcompensating

By Anonymous - 26/12/2023 11:00 - United States - Elk Grove

Today, my boss told me, "You oversold your skills in your job interview." I have worked in this industry for 25 years. FML

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Congrats

By drama_queen - This FML is from back in 2009 but it's good stuff - United States

Today, at my school, we had the opening night of our production in which I act. None of my family or friends came. Basically, after 3 long months of hard work, the only person to "congratulate" to me after the show was the head of the theater department, who just wanted to tell me I was doing it wrong. FML

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By UnemployedGrad - 25/09/2009 16:11 - United States

Today, I was offered a position as a school crossing guard. I have a $200,000 degree in Economics from a top 20 University and was offered a position to hold a stop sign and wear a reflective vest. I was tempted to accept. FML

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DjaySkar 14

Monday 2 June 2014 7:21

EXTREMELY technically that's correct. But whoever you were talking to is really ignorant.

catsmeow123 11

Monday 2 June 2014 7:25

Well, you can reply that you are paid $2,000 a year to turn lights on and of, and another $50,000 to know when and which lights to turn on and off.

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DjaySkar 14

Monday 2 June 2014 7:21

EXTREMELY technically that's correct. But whoever you were talking to is really ignorant.

AnimeRules1125 24

Monday 2 June 2014 7:22

I agree with #1. That person has to be rude, inconsiderate, and very ignorant. OP, your job is very important on stage, so don't let one person bring you down!

michaelaranda 28

Monday 2 June 2014 7:27

Honestly, who cares. That doesn't sound super difficult and you're being paid good money. let haters hate.

geni310 10

Monday 2 June 2014 7:22

Eh..FYL indeed OP . Maybe you should've chose differently. but you could always go back to school

singer0421 32

Monday 2 June 2014 7:23

Then go work for Broadway shows and see who's laughing then. Lighting is difficult so don't take anyone's crap.

Scruggalicious 13

Monday 2 June 2014 7:23

Sounds like the person you were talking to wasn't very BRIGHT

toxicsauce 10

Monday 2 June 2014 7:23

At least you're turning on something... I can't even turn on a woman :(

catsmeow123 11

Monday 2 June 2014 7:25

Well, you can reply that you are paid $2,000 a year to turn lights on and of, and another $50,000 to know when and which lights to turn on and off.

darlingdollie 24

Monday 2 June 2014 7:26

I don't see the FML here Sounds like a good, easy gig to me OP! :)

skour1030 7

Monday 2 June 2014 7:26

Guess what you're making 52 grand to do that. Be happy so many people do not have that type of paycheck. If you're unhappy then there is reason for concern otherwise keep turning the lights on and off and smile while doing so