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STUDENT REGISTRATION | EVENTS | INDUSTRY EVENTS FAQ | PREP SESSIONS | RESOURCES
Industry Events are intended to give students a leg up as they finish their time at Columbia and head into the professional world. Each of the free events is fashioned somewhat differently. Some are showcases, others are portfolio reviews or receptions. All are networking events. Students should prepare accordingly. We expect several hundred professionals to attend.
Some of the events are open to any graduating student with a real interest in the industries represented- regardless of their major. (Example: a Film & Video student will go to the “Moving Pictures” event but if interested in shooting music videos, will also go the “Music Industry Reception” event.) The open events are marked with a blue star.
Industry Events are specifically for students graduating in Spring and Summer 2012, or December 2011 graduates. If you’re not graduating but want to know what goes down at the events, volunteer to work at the events either with your department or the Portfolio Center. We need lots of help.
If you are interested in attending Industry Events, please plan to attend an
Industry Events Prep Session.
Student Registration
Student Registration is now open via Talent Pool. Register here.
Who's eligible? December 2011, May and August 2012 graduates (unless otherwise noted).
Student Registration Deadlines
April Events: Deadline Extended! Wednesday, April 18
May Events: Deadline Extended! Wednesday, May 2
Special Situations
Click the link, complete the form and we will contact you.
I am deemed ineligible, but would like to attend.
I would like to volunteer for Industry Events.
I would like to see this professional at Industry Events and/or I know a great professional who should be invited.
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Events
* = Events are open to any graduating student with interest in the industries represented. Students are encouraged to attend a second event, in addition to the primary event related to their major.
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* MUSIC INDUSTRY RECEPTION
Tuesday, April 10 | Stage Two Center and The Arcade
618 S Michigan Ave, 2nd Floor
6pm-9pm
Key Majors: AEMM/Music Management, Audio Arts & Acoustics,
Music, Music Composition for the Screen
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* MEDIA GENERATION- Advertising/Branding/Research
Thursday, April 19 | Film Row Cinema
1104 S Wabash Ave, 8th Floor
5pm-8pm
Key Majors: Marketing Communication, Art & Design,
Interactive Arts and Media
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* WRITERS ROOM
Thursday, April 19 | Film Row Cinema (Breakout Room)
1104 S Wabash Ave, 8th Floor
5pm-8pm
Key Majors: Fiction Writing, Poetry, Creative Nonfiction,
Public Relations
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FINE ARTS OPEN STUDIOS
Thursday, April 19 | Begins at 623 S Wabash Ave, Room 1019,
proceeds to 1006 S Michigan Ave
5pm-8pm
Key Majors: Art & Design, Fine Arts
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INTERDISCIPLINARY ARTS
Thursday, April 26 | Center for Book and Paper Arts
1104 S Wabash, 2nd Floor
5pm-8pm
Key Majors: Interdisciplinary Arts, MA
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THEATRE SHOWCASE
Tuesday, May 1 | Getz Theater, 72 E 11th
Designers, Technicians and Directors Showcase: 6pm-7:30pm
Performance Showcase: 7:30pm
Key Majors: Theatre Performance, Technical Theatre, Directing,
Theatre Design, Musical Theatre
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* MOVING PICTURES
Wednesday, May 2 | Media Production Center
1600 S State Street
5pm-8pm
Key Majors: Television, Film & Video,
Interactive Arts and Media, Broadcast Journalism
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* JOURNALISM RECEPTION
Thursday, May 3 | 33 E Congress, 2nd Floor
4pm-7pm
Key Majors: Journalism, Photojournalism
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* RADIO RECEPTION
Thursday, May 3 | C101 Gallery, 33 E Congress
5pm-8pm
Key Major: Radio
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* +DESIGN
Thursday, May 3 | Film Row Cinema
1104 S Wabash Ave, 8th Floor
5pm-8pm
Key Majors: Graphic Design, Product Design, Illustration, Interior Architecture
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* PHOTOGRAPHY REVIEW
Thursday, May 3 | Studio East, 1006 S Michigan Ave
5pm-8pm
Key Major: Photography
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DANCE SALON
Thursday, May 3 | Dance Center, 1306 S Michigan Ave
4pm-6pm
Key Major: Dance
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* FASHION BRUNCH
Friday, May 4 | Stage Two Center and The Arcade
618 S Michigan Ave, 2nd Floor
8:30am-10:30am
Juried Runway Show 9:15am
Key Majors: Fashion Design, Fashion Business
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Industry Events FAQ
Is this a job fair?
No, this is not a job fair. While it might lead to job opportunities, at its core this is a networking experience where the industry comes to you. At no other time in your career will you be in a room with this many interested professionals.
Why do we do this?
We do this in order to provide you an opportunity to build relationships. While these relationships may not lead to a career immediately, they will prove valuable over time.
Who should go to Industry Events?
December 2011, May 2012 and August 2012 graduating students.
How can I invite a professional?
Perhaps you are already working with or happen to know some creative industry professionals. Please email industrynight@colum.edu for more information.
What should I bring?
Events will differ based on industry. After you register for Industry Events, you will receive a confirmation email with details about event expectations. Please attend an Industry Events Prep Session (dates coming soon) for more.
At the very least, bring copies of your resume and business cards, but ideally this is an opportunity to get valuable feedback on your portfolio. Obviously, this varies from major to major. If you have questions about what makes a good portfolio, please visit colum.edu/portfolio.
What should I wear?
Dress like a creative industry professional. That often means nice, clean, and casual. Managers and other business-oriented people may dress a notch nicer.
How do I prepare?
Please attend an Industry Events Prep Session. And utilize the resources below.
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Resources
Learn more about information sessions, web workshops, design workshops, photo doc sessions, resume reviews and portfolio reviews here.
Research
Preparation will take you far.
Night Before...
Brush up on these resources the night before, or the day of, to shake off those jitters and get down to business during the event.
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