Schedule
October 9, 2026
| Time (PDT) | Session / Description |
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| 9:45 am - 10:00 am |
Welcome Remarks
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| 10:00 am - 10:30 am |
Career Advice
Breaking into the Entertainment Industry: Unconventional Ways to Secure the Interview and the Job
With over twenty years of experience supporting some of the most iconic brands in entertainment including Paramount Global, BET Media Group, MTV, VH1, CBS, and more, talent acquisition executive Debbie Douglas shares unconventional ways to break into the entertainment industry.
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| 10:30 am - 11:00 am |
Industry Spotlight
The Reality of Unscripted Television
From Love Island to The Traitors, unscripted television has become one of the most dominant formats across cable networks and streaming platforms. As more and more roles open and evolve in the world of documentary, competition and reality television, this session will share insight into the unscripted world and provide tangible tips and techniques for launching and building a sustainable career.
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| 11:00 am - 11:30 am |
Career Paths
Career Opportunities in Sports Media
As sports continue to permeate all facets of the media industry, hear from sports media executives about their journeys and how best to break into the field.
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| 11:30 am - 12:00 pm |
Break
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| 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm |
Career Paths
Working at THE·TEAM: A Talk on Career Development and Working In Sports, Music and Entertainment
A conversation with executives from THE·TEAM as they discuss career development and the inner workings of building a career in sports, music and the entertainment industry.
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| 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm |
Networking
Speed Networking Session with Recruiters
An opportunity to network with recruiters and talent acquisition executives.
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| 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm |
Career Paths
Diverse Representation: Building a Career in Talent Representation
Hear from talent agents, attorneys, managers and publicists about the ins and outs of building careers in talent representation.
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| 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
Networking
Breakout: Legal Speed Networking Session (for Lawyers and Law Students)
A breakout session specifically for lawyers and law students to network with in-house attorneys practicing at various entertainment companies.
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Breakout: Speed Networking Session for Aspiring Entertainment Executives
A breakout speed networking session specifically for aspiring entertainment executives.
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October 10, 2026
| Time (PDT) | Session / Description |
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| 10:30 am - 11:00 am |
Opening Remarks
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| 11:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Industry Spotlight
New Media: A Digital First Hollywood
Whether it's producing podcasts attached to a tv show or launching creator studios, the definition of new media continues to change and fluctuate as film and television companies look for new ways to monetize their content. This session will explore the content creator landscape and discuss emerging roles within new media ranging from podcast producers, video editors, thumbnail designers, clipping, tiktok live specialists, and more.
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| 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm |
Break
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| 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm |
Career Paths
Beyond the Creative: Building a Non-Traditional Career in the Business of Entertainment
This session will introduce attendees to career opportunities they may not have considered when thinking about a future in entertainment. This session will explore roles in areas such as strategy, operations, accessibility, partnerships, research, and organizational leadership, and look at how these professionals contribute to the industry. Attendees will learn lessons about finding opportunities, identifying transferable skills, navigating a nonlinear career path, and recognizing that your path into entertainment doesn't have to look like everyone else's.
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