I'm from a Tier-3 city and want to build a career in advertising as a creative/scriptwriter. I write humorous, storytelling-based reel scripts inspired by Tanmay Bhat's viral ads. One of my scripts was turned into a reel that crossed 40K+ views and generated 25+ actual product sales. But I'm still struggling to get opportunities. I don't have a team, production setup, big following or industry connections. When I approach local brands, they ask about my follower count rather than my creative skills. For advertising professionals, copywriters and creators: - How do I build a portfolio without producing reels myself? - Should I approach agencies, creators or brands? - How can I land my first freelance project with zero budget? I'm looking for practical advice, mentorship or an opportunity to work on real advertising projects. I want to become an advertising creative, not an influencer.   submitted by   /u/PositionMain5950 [link]   [comments]