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GEI Orientation and Resume Workshop

GEI will be hosting a virtual Orientation and Resume Workshop for new participants. Participants will have the opportunity to learn tips and tricks on how to improve their resume as well as engage in peer-to-peer feedback through breakout sessions. During orientation, participants will hear from the GEI team about program offerings and how to prepare for the job search process.

GEI x Sony Pictures TV Nonfiction NYC Event

GEI will be co-hosting an in-person event with the Sony Pictures Television - Nonfiction (SPTN) team at their New York City offices. Speakers will share their experiences working in nonfiction entertainment, including their career journeys and their current day-to-day responsibilities at their respective companies. Following the panel, attendees will participate in a professional development workshop and group networking sessions with representatives from the company.

GEI x AGBO Professional Development Event

GEI will be co-hosting an in-person event at the AGBO offices in Los Angeles. Attendees will have the chance to hear from a panel of industry professionals and receive professional development training as well as peer networking opportunities.

GEI x Disney General Entertainment Virtual Production Assistant Professional Development Training

Disney General Entertainment will be hosting a virtual workshop focusing on navigating an entertainment career as a production assistant with an emphasis on professional development strategies and practices. Presenters will focus on discussing how to build a PA resume and defining actionable career guidelines and insights, such as identifying the target audience, joining professional groups, understanding and tracking the trades, job placement and outreach, and maintaining relationships.

GEI x NPACT Virtual Unscripted Event

GEI will co-host a virtual event with NPACT, who will provide more insight into the unscripted industry, as well as provide professional development training.

GEI & The MBS Group: LA Production Assistant Training Weekend 1

GEI and The MBS Group have crafted a four-day introductory Production Assistant training for participants in the Los Angeles area. This training will be conducted over two weekends and is designed for participants who have little to no PA experience and would like to be prepared for future PA placement opportunities.

GEI & The MBS Group: LA Production Assistant Training Weekend 2

GEI and The MBS Group have crafted a four-day introductory Production Assistant training for participants in the Los Angeles area. This training will be conducted over two weekends and is designed for participants who have little to no PA experience and would like to be prepared for future PA placement opportunities.

Sony Pictures TV – Nonfiction Los Angeles Event

GEI is partnering with Sony Pictures Television - Nonfiction (SPTN) for an event at their LA offices. Speakers will provide insights into nonfiction entertainment as well as professional development and networking opportunities.

GEI x FilmNation Mock Interview Virtual Session

GEI will be hosting virtual group mock interviews with FilmNation representatives. Participants will receive constructive feedback from FilmNation reps to improve their interview skills for internships and entry-level positions.

GEI Interview Workshop

GEI hosted a virtual Interview Workshop on Wednesday, January 31, from 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM PT via Zoom. Participants had the opportunity to learn tips and tricks on how to improve their interviews as well as engage in peer-to-peer feedback through breakout sessions.

GEI x UTA NYC

GEI will be co-hosting an in-person event in NYC with United Talent Agency (UTA,) they will be hosting a soft skills panel, followed by an info session led by UTA recruiters.

GEI x DreamWorks

GEI will be co-hosting an in-person event with DreamWorks in Los Angeles. This event will emphasize soft skills training, specifically those crucial for navigating internships and early careers. Additionally, there will be a panel featuring former interns who have successfully transitioned to full-time positions at DreamWorks. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in discussions about their journeys at DWA and the skills that contributed to their success.

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