Monday, February 5 - Monday, February 12, 2024
Arts+Entertainment Career Week is an opportunity for students to connect with alumni and professionals in the arts and entertainment industries. Students can explore potential career pathways, gain new skills, expand their network, and hear from alumni in fields such as design, performance, film, television, public relations, and more.
- Events
- Tips for Navigating the Alumni Mixer
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Ask Us Anything: Avenues in Music Careers
Monday, February 5, 2024 | 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Zoom
Interested in the music industry, but don't know where to get you started? Join this panel with CPD and the Music Industry Student Organization to hear from working professionals as they shed light on the diverse career options within the music industry and offer guidance on how aspiring individuals can kickstart their journey. Students will gain an insight into the industry, specific career-related tips and tricks, and learn more about hidden industry careers in music.Panelists:
- Kasey Sobey ‘18, Day to Day Manager at Three Six Zero
- William Mingrone ‘20, Digital Marketing Project Coordinator at Firebird
- Vandalena Mahoney '19, Immersive Content Specialist at Sony Immersive Music Studios
- Ryan J. '21, Assistant at Warner Chappell Music
- Lizzie Schaff '19, A&R Coordinator at Ultra Music Publishing
Packaging your Personal Brand
Tuesday, February 6, 2024 | 2:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. | Playa Vista Campus - Gallery Meeting Space
Curious about how to pitch yourself? Join this interactive workshop to develop your
personal branding materials to sell your next project. LMU Alum and industry professional, Cierra
Lockett will be speaking about how she developed her personal brand and lead a workshop to ensure
you leave with the tools to speak confidentially about yourself.
Moderator:- Cierra Lockett ’19, Executive Assistant, Original Programming at Starz
Register here
Ask Us Anything: Creative Media Arts & Design Careers
Wednesday, February 7, 2024 | 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. | Malone- The Hill (4th Floor)
Have you been curious about a career in media arts and design? Wondering what
pathways in Experience Design, Creative Direction, Brand Strategy, Graphic Design or Game Design
entails? Attend this Creative Media Arts and Design Careers panel event with professionals and LMU
alumni in design and arts fields to learn more about creative career options.Panelists:
- Kylan Coats ‘07, Creative Director and Founder of Crispy Creative
- Natalie Stainton ‘20, UX Designer at SAP
- Kailey Castro ‘21, Assistant Creative Producer at PHNTM
- Jaz Infante ‘13, Creative Director at Service Titan
Moderator: Selwa Sweidan, Clinical Asst. Professor of Multimedia Arts, Department of Art and Art
History
Arts & Entertainment Networking Mixer
Thursday, February 8, 2024 | Roski Dining Hall (University Hall)- 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Roundtable Networking
- 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Open Networking
Join us for an inspiring evening of connection and conversation at our exclusive Arts+Entertainment Networking Mixer! This unique gathering brings together students, alumni, and creative minds from various corners of the arts and entertainment industry working at companies such as NBCUniversal, UTA, The Getty, Paramount, and more! This event is co-sponsored by LMU Alumni and Family Engagement, School of Film and Television, and the College of Communication and Fine Arts.
The mixer starts with an optional roundtable networking hour for a more intimate discussion between students and alumni from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Participants will be assigned to one of the three pathways of their choosing, Careers in Film, TV, and Entertainment, Careers in Visual and Performing Arts, and Careers in Communications, PR, and Media. Registration is required and closes on Wednesday, January 31st at 11:59 p.m. Students can register on Handshake below.
Student Registration Alumni Registration Student RoundTable Registration
LA County Department of Arts and Culture Info Session
Monday, February 12, 2024 | 3:00 -5:00 p.m. | The Hill
Join staff from the Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture as they
present about the 2024 Arts Internship Program. Open to all college students residing or attending
school in LA County, the Arts Internship Program provides over 228 internships to students at over 140
arts nonprofits. This information session will cover everything you need to know about the
program including eligibility, tips for applying, and types of internships available. The first round of
internship applications opens Monday, April 1st. Who will be there?
- Accomplished Alumni, CPD Staff, Professors, and Undergraduate and Graduate Students
- Review the Alumni list
What should I wear?
- Business Casual attire that you are comfortable yet confident in
- If you do not have access to Business Casual attire, please stop by the CPD office and use Mane Apparel
Where to park?
- University Hall will be the closest parking structure for students that do not reside on campus
Review the following documents for best success!
General Tips
- Arrive Early
- Make sure to register for the Alumni Networking Mixer event
- Have a plan for who you want to connect with and what pathways you want to visit
- Update your digital platforms
- Refresh your memory of your experiences and projects
- Research a few potential careers that you are interested in knowing more about
- Create a few go-to questions that you could ask any alum
- Bring a pen and paper to take notes or have your “notes” app available on your phone
Covid Safety Tips
- Use hand sanitizer (will be provided)
- Do not attend if feeling sick
- As of March 7, 2022, face masks are no longer required on campus, although those who prefer
to wear them are welcome to do so.
Questions?
Contact Mandy Brockhaus at mandy.brockhaus@lmu.edu