Want to get a head start on your career planning before the fall semester begins?
Join the Career Launch Accelerator for Film & Media Majors
4-Part Series | Aug. 25–Sept. 1, 2026
Resume • LinkedIn • Your Pitch (Self-Intro) • Portfolio Starter
Before classes get busy, take time to build the career tools you’ll need to apply for internships, jobs, and creative opportunities this fall.
The Career Launch Accelerator is a hands-on workshop series designed specifically for undergraduate Film & Media majors. You’ll work on your materials in real time and learn how to:
- Build a strong, professional resume
- Create or improve your LinkedIn profile
- Develop your self-introduction and answer “Tell me about yourself”
- Start a portfolio that showcases your creative work
Open to all Film & Media majors. It’s never too early to start building your career toolkit.
Session Schedule & Registration
Tue, Aug 25 | 12:00 – 1:30 PM: Resume Lab
Build or strengthen your resume so you’re ready to apply for opportunities.
Register for Day 1: Resume Workshop (Zoom)
Wed, Aug 26 | 12:00PM – 1:00PM: LinkedIn Lab
Build a professional profile that showcases your experience, skills, and interests.
Register for Day 2: LinkedIn Workshop (Zoom)
CIE Students: If your resume and LinkedIn have already been finalized with me, you do not need to attend Days 1 and 2.
Thu, Aug 27 | 12:00–1:30 PM: Your Pitch (Self-Intro) Lab
Learn how to introduce yourself professionally and answer “Tell me about yourself.”
Register for Day 3: Your Pitch (Self-Intro) Lab (Zoom)
Tue, Sept 1 | 2:30–4:30 PM: Portfolio Starter (Intro Session)
Learn beginner-friendly ways to start showcasing your creative work. Register for Day 4: Portfolio Starter (Zoom)
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Tara Leigh Chiari
Academic & Career Advisor
CUNY Inclusive Economy (CIE) Career Program
Hunter College | Film & Media Studies