Arts & Entertainment

Welcome to the Arts & Entertainment Community. Learn more about career paths in the Arts & Entertainment industry, gain access to career resources, and explore opportunities.

OFA+MCS+NYC Arts Adventure

The Office for the Arts and the Mignone Center for Career Success, in collaboration with the Harvard Club of New York Foundation, are excited to announce a new program offering 12 students the opportunity to travel to New York City …

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Amy DiGiovine Assistant Director, Arts, Entertainment, Media, Pre-Law (First Years, Sophomores, Juniors), Advertising, Marketing, Journalism, Publishing, Fashion, & Sports
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12 Summer Fellowships for Undergraduate Students

“Summer fellowships are a fantastic way to spend your summer, offering undergraduate students hands-on experience, mentorship, and opportunities for growth that go far beyond the classroom. These programs are perfect for college and early-career students eager to explore new fields, …

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Four Takeaways from the Humanities, Media, Marketing, and Creative Careers Panel

By MCS PAF Christian Serrano ’28

MCS recently hosted a panel featuring alumni who have built exciting careers in humanities, media, marketing, and other creative fields. Panelists included:

Panelists shared insights about navigating creative careers, centering their advice on cultivating …

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Featured Resources

Leadership Development and Rotational Programs

Below is a sample of the organizations that have structured leadership development programs. These entry-level programs often allow employees to …

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Firsthand Vault Guides

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GRADUATE SPOTLIGHTS

Alicia Johnson ALM, Creative Writing and Literature ’25

  • Sandy, OR
  • Novelist, Memoirist
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Joslin Joseph ALM, Creative Writing and Literature ’25

  • Anaheim, CA
  • Contributing Writer The Hill
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Rita Nguyen ALM, Finance ’25

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Senior Financial Analyst Sony Pictures Entertainment
Meet Rita

Lissette Santiago-Oaxaca ALM, Journalism ’25

  • California, CA
  • Senior Business Analyst, Media
Meet Lissette

Bryant Valenzuela ’25

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Entry-Level Agent Trainee Creative Artists Agency (CAA)
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Jaidan Wilson ’24

  • Ithaca, NY
  • PhD Candidate, Musicology Cornell University
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Isabella Madrigal ’24

  • CA
  • Center for Cultural Power X California Arts Council Center for Cultural Power X California Arts Council
Meet Isabella

Maliya Ellis ’24

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Hearst Fellow San Francisco Chronicle
Meet Maliya

Gred Braho ’24

  • Washington DC
  • Data Analyst HarrisX
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Daniela Bolanos ’24

  • Chicago, IL
  • Program Assistant LEAD Edu
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Natallie Pantelis ALM, Museum Studies ’24

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • Programs Coordinator Michigan Museums Association
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Timothy Rock ALB ’24

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Master's Candidate, Writing for Screen and Television University of Southern California School of Cinematic Arts
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Bernard Attal ALM, Creative Writing and Literature ’24

  • General Manager Trapiche Barnabé / Trapiche Pequeno
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Allison Baggott-Rowe ALM, Creative Writing and Literature ’24

  • OH
  • Writer/Speaker/Teacher/Editor ABR Projects
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Patrick Casey ALM, Management ’24

  • Boston, MA
  • Manager, Recruiting Intelligence Netflix
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Grace Gerlach-Brown ALM, Museum Studies ’24

  • ALM Candidate, Museum Studies Oxford University
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Min Kim ALM, Management ’24

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Lead and Trainer Universal Studios Hollywood
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Cameo Wood ALM, Dramatic Arts ’24

  • San Francisco, CA
  • Director/Producer Charming Stranger Films
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Aleks Kudriashova PhD ’24

  • Washington, DC
  • Sosland Foundation Fellow US Holocaust Memorial Museum
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Alexander Acht ALM, Psychology ’24

  • Head of Content & New Business LaserLuca (YouTube Personality)
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Skill Building Courses

Professional Songwriting

Taught by Cliff Goldmacher
Join professional songwriter Cliff Goldmacher as he shares his insights on the songwriting process and on what it takes to…

Having a Vision in Entertainment

Taught by LinkedIn News
Go behind the scenes with Oprah Winfrey and LinkedIn CEO Jeff Weiner as they discuss Oprah’s career, the power of…

Getting Started in Graphic Design

Taught by Cara St. Hilaire
New to graphic design? You’re in the right place. Discover the most crucial skills, tools, and techniques for graphic designers…

Book Writing

Taught by genConnectU
Are you a passionate writer who’s always thought about writing a book, but didn’t know where to start? Maybe you…

Selling Your Novel

Taught by Jessica Brody
You’ve written a book, and you’re excited to get it into readers’ hands. Selling your novel to a major publisher…

Data Storytelling

Taught by Bill Shander
We are wired for story. We crave it. Storytelling has played an integral role in our ability to make progress…

Writing Articles

Taught by Starshine Roshell
Articles are an effective tool for communicating complex ideas and stories in a friendly, credible, and easy-to-follow way. In this…

Writing: The Craft of Story

Taught by Lisa Cron
In this course, author Lisa Cron digs into the craft of writing a compelling story based on what the brain…

The Data Science of Sports Management

Taught by Barton Poulson
A passion for sports can turn an ordinarily math-averse individual into an amateur statistician, ready to back up their pick…

Being Confident On Camera

Taught by CreatorUp
Learn how to be confident on camera and keep your audience engaged in your message. TV host and weatherman Jonathan…

Learning Screenwriting

Taught by Mark Tapio Kines
Join independent film director and screenwriter Mark Tapio Kines as he walks you through the process of getting your screenplay…

Audio and Music Production

Taught by Garrick Chow
What does it take to get work, and get skilled, in audio and music production? Garrick Chow has been making…

Visual Thinking Strategies

Taught by Philip Yenawine
What if teachers taught with questions rather than lectures? What if students were asked to reflect instead of regurgitate? Visual…

Producing Professional Audio and Video Podcasts

Whether you want to record a song, fix audio tracks, or enhance sound effects with multitrack recording, our Adobe Audition…
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