I’m not sure the current status but certainly on the east coast and Melbourne there was very little charter of freight work at the best of times. Most people got instructor ratings and also did charter work for the same company. As you’ve probably been told it’s more about face to face recruitment than sending emails. Being in the right place at the right time (luck and connections can help that). There will be jobs out there so stay current, don’t waste money on unnecessary endorsements and courses and make as many friends as possible.