To be a PMA Major/Minor in 2025 is to enter a creative world where you receive training and opportunities that equip you to become responsible, ethical creative professionals. But one of the many problems with entering in the media industries of film, television, and theater lies with the lack of clear pathways to careers and gainful employment.
In this series we call “What’s Next?!”, PMA faculty Dr. Kristen Warner will lead workshop sessions that begin to help answer that question. The focus of each session will address a range of topics from internships and graduate programs (MFAs, critical studies MA/PhD) to the dreaded art of writing cover letters/personal statements.
October 23: 5:00-6:40 pm, Schwartz Center 220: Internships—How to Get them and Why You Want One
October 28: 5:00-6:30 pm, Schwartz Center 124: Applying for MFAs (Narrative Film Production/Screenwriting)
November 3: 5:00-6:15 pm, Schwartz Center 220: Writing Cover Letters and Statements of Purpose for Creative Industry (Academia/Internships)
November 11: 5:00-6:15 pm: Applying for MA/PhD/MFA
Schwartz Center 220: Media studies/Design/Production by Prof. Kristen Warner
Schwartz Center 124: Acting/Dance/Performance by Prof. Danielle Russo
In the sessions, we will have professional guests Zoom in to offer specialized guidance about their industries, experiences, and advice.
So if you find yourself needing clarity about how the skills you’re developing in class can help you build a career? Join us.
All who are interested in PMA are welcome to attend. Contact Dr. Warner (kjw247@cornell.edu) for more information!