Module #1 Introduction

Introduction

Entertainment Pathways - Part I

Introduction to the big world of entertainment and how you may fit into it, and find a Pathway through and towards your goals.

Module Objective

Many of us starting in our career have a limited view of the roles that are available to us. This class and specifically this first section of the semester will focus on expanding your view of what entertainment is and how you may find a pathway. 

As you watch interviews throughout the semester, one thing will become apparent; it is incredibly rare for someone to take a direct road to their dream job. The journey generally has quite a few detours and mountains to climb. This course should help you navigate toward your "ultimate concern" which is a job that you will love in entertainment.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this module, students will be able to:

  • Find more jobs that track toward your ultimate goal
  • Gain first hand knowledge from professionals which will guide your choices moving forward
  • Develop skills that will help you research avenues and people who will become resources and potentially part of your extensive Network

In this week's module you will be asked to:

  • Project Download Entertainment "genre" project document
  • Explore Research Jobs and Responsibilities (this is ongoing throughout the semester)
  • Video  Watch TEDTalk in Today's Provocations
  • ReadingVideo Read bio and Watch interview with Professional
  • Discussion Discussion group assignment
  • ReadingRead Chapter 1 and 2 - GRIT, The Power of Passion and Perseverance

Graded Assignments this Week

  • Discussion: From Eat, Pray, Love writer and Adora English interview

Next Week/Module

Entertainment Pathways - Part 2

We continue to identify different fields, jobs and responsibilities in a variety of entertainment "genres."

Link to class Schedule here.

Reminders

Please don't get behind on your research. This will take time!!!