New Media Conference

The annual New Media Conference is a day of learning and networking that features a keynote speaker, panels, and workshops focused on careers skills and career tips in the field of media and communications. The event is free for high school students as well as Columbia students and alumni.

Usually held in the fall, the annual conference features a who’s who of working professionals and more than 25 panels and workshops. Professionals working in film, television, animation, video games, journalism, communications, voiceover, radio, comedy, podcasting, audio, music, public relations, advertising, music business, talent management, and many more fields take the stage.

With an emphasis on career development and employability in the arts, the conference is free to all Columbia College Chicago students and alumni, as well as all high school students who RSVP.