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SUMMARY:In Person Office Hours (LA)
DESCRIPTION:We invited industry professionals and leaders to work with Group Effort participants one-on-one to polish their job submission materials\, such as cover letters and resumes\, and provide interview pointers that are crucial to secure entertainment careers. Industry professionals also shared their journeys and offered career advice.
URL:https://groupeffortinitiative.com/event/in-person-office-hours-la/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Event,Professional Development Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250904
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SUMMARY:Mentorship Day Event with Dark Slope Studios (Canada)
DESCRIPTION:Group Effort Initiative and Dark Slope hosted a full-day\, in-person mentorship session focused on careers in Virtual Production. This experience was designed to give participants real-world exposure to the tools\, workflows\, and roles shaping the future of production. Led by industry experts working at the forefront of virtual production\, this session includes technical presentations\, creative role breakdowns\, and a hands-on opportunity to work on a live virtual production scene.
URL:https://groupeffortinitiative.com/event/mentorship-day-event-with-dark-slope-studios-canada/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Event,Informational Event,Site Visit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250904T170000
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SUMMARY:John Candy: I Like Me World Premiere (Canada)
DESCRIPTION:Group Effort Initiative would invite up 8 attendees\, including 3 Group Effort staff\, 2 Dark Slope partners\, and 3 Group Effort participants to attend the evening reception and World Premiere.
URL:https://groupeffortinitiative.com/event/john-candy-i-like-me-world-premiere-canada/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T170000
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SUMMARY:Titmouse Animation Event (LA)
DESCRIPTION:Group Effort invited participants to an exclusive in-studio event at Titmouse\, a leading independent animation studio. This session was designed for individuals interested in exploring career paths in animation and gaining a behind-the-scenes look at how a professional animation studio operates. The event included a presentation on careers in animation\, insights from a member of the Titmouse creative and production team\, and the opportunity to hear from studio leadership.
URL:https://groupeffortinitiative.com/event/titmouse-animation-event-la/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Event,Informational Event,Site Visit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T120000
DTSTAMP:20251028T163810Z
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SUMMARY:OSHA-10 Certification Training (LA)
DESCRIPTION:Group Effort hosted OSHA – 10 taught by IATSE Local 80’s Marco Robles.
URL:https://groupeffortinitiative.com/event/osha-10-certification-training-la/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Event,Professional Development Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251001T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251001T163000
DTSTAMP:20251028T164035Z
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SUMMARY:Q4 Talent Pipeline Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Group Effort shared recruitment needs for this quarter as well and the best ways your organization can partner with Group Effort as a talent pipeline partner.
URL:https://groupeffortinitiative.com/event/q4-talent-pipeline-info-session/
CATEGORIES:Informational Event,Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251017T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251017T170000
DTSTAMP:20251028T164144Z
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SUMMARY:EIF Apprenticeship Summit (LA)
DESCRIPTION:As part of our EIF Careers Program Industry Roundtable series — and in celebration of Group Effort Initiative’s Five-Year Anniversary — entertainment industry employers will come together to explore inclusive strategies for workforce development. Throughout the day\, Human Resources\, Corporate Social Responsibility\, and Early Career Program professionals will examine how apprenticeships\, mentorship\, and skills training can strengthen recruitment pipelines\, expand opportunities\, and build lasting careers in entertainment. This joint effort between EIF and Group Effort Initiative highlights the shared commitment to building sustainable\, inclusive solutions for workforce challenges in entertainment.
URL:https://groupeffortinitiative.com/event/eif-apprenticeship-summit-la/
CATEGORIES:In-Person Event,Informational Event,Professional Development Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260414T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T140000
DTSTAMP:20260818T203807Z
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SUMMARY:Ashley McFarlin Creative Bootcamp at AMC
DESCRIPTION:Group Effort Initiative partnered with AMC to bring Ashley McFarlin’s Creative Bootcamp at AMC. This bootcamp was a 2 daylong workshop in NYC that provided targeted professional development training\, company partner panels and guest speakers\, and networking opportunities for our participants.
URL:https://groupeffortinitiative.com/event/ashley-mcfarlin-creative-bootcamp-at-amc/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260416
DTSTAMP:20260818T203902Z
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SUMMARY:NYC Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Group Effort Initiative hosted a community mixer for all participants in the New York and New Jersey area. They joined us for some light bites and drinks and they got to know fellow participants alongside some industry guests.
URL:https://groupeffortinitiative.com/event/nyc-mixer-2/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTSTAMP:20260818T204012Z
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UID:2045-1779926400-1780012799@groupeffortinitiative.com
SUMMARY:LA Networking Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Group Effort Initiative hosted a community building and wellness event for all participants\, company partners\, mentors\, and everyone in our community in the Los Angeles area! We had a charcuterie board\, mindful mocktails\, lawn games\, and make-your-own-floral bouquets.
URL:https://groupeffortinitiative.com/event/la-networking-mixer/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260607
DTSTAMP:20260818T203659Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Corporate Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:Now in its ninth year\, Group Effort hosted our Corporate Bootcamp. This was a daylong event that offered focused professional development training\, company partner panels\, guest speakers\, and valuable networking opportunities for participants. This year’s program featured sessions such as: Careers That Power Production\, From Profile to Opportunity: Mastering LinkedIn\, Behind the Headlines: Careers in Entertainment PR\, and a guest Keynote Speaker.
URL:https://groupeffortinitiative.com/event/annual-corporate-bootcamp/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260630
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260818T204112Z
CREATED:20260818T203538Z
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UID:2048-1782777600-1782863999@groupeffortinitiative.com
SUMMARY:EcoSet Tour
DESCRIPTION:Group Effort hosted a tour with ECOSET in Los Angeles. Participants learned how sustainable production practices reduce waste through set reuse\, material recovery\, circular design\, and environmentally responsible solutions for film\, television\, and commercial productions.
URL:https://groupeffortinitiative.com/event/ecoset-tour/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTSTAMP:20260929T011233Z
CREATED:20260929T011233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T011233Z
UID:2078-1784160000-1784246399@groupeffortinitiative.com
SUMMARY:Pitch It to Me Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Group Effort hosted a Pitch It to Me Mixer—an evening designed to help mid‑level professionals build meaningful connections\, strengthen community\, and practice storytelling collaboratively. Participants joined us for a mix of structured networking and open conversation with peers working across television\, film\, live events\, post‑production\, and more!
URL:https://groupeffortinitiative.com/event/pitch-it-to-me-mixer/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260721
DTSTAMP:20260929T011352Z
CREATED:20260929T011352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T011352Z
UID:2080-1784505600-1784591999@groupeffortinitiative.com
SUMMARY:DreamWorks Animation Event
DESCRIPTION:Group Effort co-hosted a virtual event with DreamWorks. This event was a virtual workshop on how to create a storyboard. Attendees had the opportunity to engage with Story Artist\, Daniel Tal while he discussed his journey to becoming a story artist and taught the basics of the craft to help attendees create their own original storyboard.
URL:https://groupeffortinitiative.com/event/dreamworks-animation-event/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260804
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260805
DTSTAMP:20260929T011511Z
CREATED:20260929T011511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T011511Z
UID:2082-1785801600-1785887999@groupeffortinitiative.com
SUMMARY:13 Going on 30 Set Visit
DESCRIPTION:Group Effort hosted a group of attendees to visit the set of 13 Going on 30!
URL:https://groupeffortinitiative.com/event/13-going-on-30-set-visit/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260826
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260827
DTSTAMP:20260929T011643Z
CREATED:20260929T011643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T011643Z
UID:2084-1787702400-1787788799@groupeffortinitiative.com
SUMMARY:Executive Assistant Career Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Group Effort Initiative hosted a hands-on Executive Assistant Career Clinic designed for recent and soon-to-be college graduates looking to get their foot in the door of the entertainment industry. This was an interactive experience that went beyond understanding the role of an Executive Assistant. Through mock exercises\, simulation rounds\, practical scenarios\, and insights from industry professionals\, participants learned how to stand out as a candidate\, build the skills needed to succeed in the role\, and gain a deeper understanding of how an EA position can serve as a launchpad for long-term career growth across entertainment.
URL:https://groupeffortinitiative.com/event/executive-assistant-career-clinic/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260910
DTSTAMP:20260929T011726Z
CREATED:20260929T011726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T011726Z
UID:2086-1788912000-1788998399@groupeffortinitiative.com
SUMMARY:NYC Group Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Group Effort invited participants  to join us for group office hours in NYC.  Industry professionals and leaders were invited to work with Group Effort participants one-on-one to polish their job submission materials\, such as cover letters and resumes\, and provide interview pointers that are crucial to secure entertainment careers. Industry professionals also shared their journeys and offered career advice.
URL:https://groupeffortinitiative.com/event/nyc-group-office-hours/
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