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IRTS Multicultural Media Career Workshop in NYC Thursday, 11/17 – Friday, 11/18 – DEADLINE DATE: Friday, October 7

Now in its 38th year, the Multicultural Career Workshop has earned the reputation of being one of the best support systems for BIPOC students and recent grads that want to get a jump start in their careers. Workshop attendees will gain a greater understanding of the industry, learn about exciting career paths, and hear why the media business needs new talent and perspectives more than ever.

DAY 1: Meet Media Leaders & Gain Industry Insights

Hear from some of our industry’s most dynamic professionals. Panel and keynote speakers will cover a variety of topics that will not only introduce the plethora of opportunities that exist within our business but also cover how to get your foot in the door. The majority of our speakers are IRTS program alumni – a testament to how valuable participating in this event can be.

DAY 2: Connect with Top Companies
Conferees will have the chance to meet with recruiters and representatives from a wide range of media giants during our career fair and networking events. Past representatives have included: Disney, Fox, HBO, NBCU, and Paramount to name a few. Update that resume and get ready to network!

ELIGIBILITY:

  • FREE! There is no cost to attend!
  • College Sophomores to Grad Students
  • Recent Graduates (within last year)
  • Interest in media industry
  • All majors welcome! Including but not limited to: Advertising, Business, Communications, Data, Journalism, PR, etc.

Deadline date: Friday, October 7

Click here to apply!

SENIORS – Group Advising Appointments to discuss searching for Jobs/Internships in Film and Media

In addition to signing up for 1:1 advising appointments, I’m offering group advising appointments this semester focused on a specific career path. Please continue to check back since we will discuss a different industry during each meeting.

This week I will be hosting and facilitating two group advising appointments to discuss Film and Media. Please let me know if you would like to attend one. I will add your appointment in handshake.

Wednesday, April 22 from 3pm – 4pm EST – Career Path: Film and Media

Friday, April 24 from 3pm – 4pm EST – Career Path: Film and Media

These group advising appointments will be a great opportunity for students to learn more about a specific industry, build a career community, and practice peer to peer learning.

I am limiting the number of participants. Therefore, YOU MUST REGISTER WITH ME. Please send an e-mail to agomez@middlebury.edu to let me know you will attend, and I will add your advising appointment to handshake.

Learn how Data Analytics is an essential part of Media, Advertising and Marketing on Friday, March 6!

Careers in Data Analytics for Liberal Arts – Panel Discussion – When it comes to data analytics, it is everywhere and used in a variety of industries and career roles. The panelists will talk about this growing variety, its appropriateness for many different majors, and how the liberal arts support careers in this space. Hear from a panel of Middlebury alumni with a variety of backgrounds who now have careers across a wide spectrum utilizing data analytics.

Date: Friday, March 6

Time: 12:30-1:30pm

Location: MBH 220

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Learn about Business Intelligence in a Media Company on Friday, March 6!

Chistopher Whitely ‘95 (Literary Studies), Senior Director, Research and Data, with Comcast/Freewheel will speak about his role in business intelligence within this media company, why it’s important, and the power of modern analytics. This will include covering the skills and knowledge sets, both formal and informal, that contribute to a successful career in Business Intelligence (BI), as well as what the regular responsibilities and work of a BI Analyst at a larger media company include.

Date: Friday, March 6

Time: 2:45pm – 3:30pm

Location: Hillcrest 103

Click here to RSVP!