Do employers reject entry‑level applicants for being overqualified?

[Bharat]

I'm trying to understand why I keep getting rejected for relatively simple jobs like data entry and video editing.

My background is in game development and 3D animation, so I feel I have the technical skills to pick up these roles quickly. I've had several interviews, but after the interview I usually don't get a follow‑up call or any feedback.

I'm starting to wonder if employers see my experience as a red flag and think I'm overqualified, likely to leave soon, or that I'll demand a higher salary.

Has anyone here faced this either as a job seeker or as a hiring manager?

If overqualification is the issue, how can I present myself better for these kinds of positions without being dishonest about my background?

P.S. I used ChatGPT to help organise and clarify my thoughts for this post since explaining my situation in writing isn't my strongest skill. The experience and question are entirely my own.