Join us for a storyboarding masterclass that covers everything you need to know to kickstart your storyboard journey and be the most effective storyteller you can be! Dive into the world of storyboarding with a masterclass from writer-director Henry Yu as he shares essential tips on the art of comedy, storyboarding, and story development. Saturday, Dec 16th @7:00PM PT RSVP at bit.ly/AIACareerSummit2023 SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE HERE: https://www.asiansinanimation.org/summit/ About the SpeakerHenry Yu started at Pixar and has worked on some of your favorite shows at Cartoon Network, Disney TV Animation, Nickelodeon Animation and Sony Pictures Animation, where he had his directorial debut with SURF'S UP 2: WAVEMANIA. He later moved to Netflix to write and direct original animated features. Henry is currently faculty at CalArts, where he teaches story structure, story and character development, writing, and storyboarding.
Take some time to reflect on this week's accomplishments and set your goals for the next week in this dedicated space - let's start next week ready to learn, grow and make the most of everything! This space is open to all - we hope to see you there! Sunday, Dec 17th @2PM PT RSVP at bit.ly/AIACareerSummit2023 About the HostAllyson is a character designer and illustrator from California, San Diego. She volunteers as an illustrator for AIA.
Negotiations 101 with Alice Jiang (Creative Director, AIA) – Asians in Animation Career Summit 202311/30/2023
Negotiations are an important part of your career, and navigating them can be intimidating! Join AIA Creative Director Alice Jiang for an informational talk on what the negotiation process looks like learn some valuable strategies for a successful negotiation. This talk will be geared to current students, recent grads, and those looking to break in, but all are welcome to join! Sunday, December 17th at 4PM PT RSVP at bit.ly/AIACareerSummit2023 About the HostAlice Jiang is currently a Production Assistant at Titmouse on an upcoming 2D Animated TV series, JENTRY CHAU VS THE UNDERWORLD, for Netflix. As a passionate animation production professional, she values organization, communication, and building relationships. Outside of work, she also contributes greatly to the community at AIA as the Creative Director.
Join us for an insightful AMA session with Head of FX at Walt Disney Animation Studios in Vancouver, Clementine Lo! Clementine will be sharing her expertise in FX Animation and shedding light on the unique experiences of being a working mother in a leadership role within the industry. This talk highly recommended to students and those with an interest in FX Animation, but open to all! Sunday, Dec 17th @6:00PM PT RSVP at bit.ly/AIACareerSummit2023 SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE HERE: https://www.asiansinanimation.org/summit/ About the SpeakerClementine is currently the Head of FX at Walt Disney Animation Studios in Vancouver, and she was previously FX Supervisor on LEO and Lead FX on DC LEAGUE OF SUPER PETS at Animal Logic. Clementine has an experience with the entire 3D pipeline and has worked in various industries including film, commercials, video game, research and education.
Let's start our week right, together! This space is a working session to discuss your accomplishments and focus on your goals for the next week - everyone is welcome! Monday, December 18th @4PM PT RSVP at bit.ly/AIACareerSummit2023 About the Host
Let's get stuff done, together! Join us for a virtual co-working session to work on whatever you'd like - need to update your portfolio? Want to finish a story outline? Just need some space to plan the rest of your week? Come hang out and we'll work together! Monday, Dec 18th @7 PM PT RSVP at bit.ly/AIACareerSummit2023 About the Host
Join AIA Volunteer Grace Dennin for an engaging session on elevating your stories! In this challenge, you will have the opportunity to expand your creativity and build upon your storytelling skills within a safe space, ending with a mock story session for all to participate. This event will be open to all levels, and is highly recommended for current students, recent grads, and those looking to break in! Tuesday, Dec 19th @6PM PT RSVP at bit.ly/AIACareerSummit2023 About the HostGrace Dennin is an Indonesian-American screenwriter who holds an MFA in Dramatic Writing from NYU Tisch and is a recent finalist for the NBCUniversal Animation Writers Program. As a Recruiting Assistant for AIA, she connects volunteer opportunities to members who want to network and gain industry-related experience.
Join AIA President Lexie Chu as she shares strategies for effective time management. Together we'll learn and discover personalized systems that work for you, including time management exercises and helpful tips and tricks! This talk is open to anyone looking for tips and tricks to increase productivity. Then, join us for a hands-on working session immediately following the "Time Management 101" talk with Lexie Chu. It’s time to turn our new knowledge into action and start building your time management strategy! PRESENTATION: Wednesday, Dec 20th @12:00PM PT COMMUNITY WORKING SESSION: Wednesday, Dec 20th @12:45PM PT RSVP at bit.ly/AIACareerSummit2023 SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE HERE: https://www.asiansinanimation.org/summit/ About the Host
For those looking to break in to industry via Agencies or as an Executive or Development Assistant, this is the session for you! Join Paramount Development Coordinator Charvonne Tsang as she delves into the intricacies of entering the industry and effectively managing your desk for success! We will be covering topics such as: • Expectations of the job • How to manage and prioritize responsibilities • Making the most of being on a desk Wednesday, Dec 20th @6PM PT RSVP at bit.ly/AIACareerSummit2023 SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE HERE: https://www.asiansinanimation.org/summit/ About the Speaker
Looking to get feedback on your pitching skills? Join us for a pitching-focused workshop where you'll have the chance to practice pitching in front of an audience and receive feedback! Open to everyone of all levels of experience, and highly recommended for those interested in being a Director or Storyboarder! Thursday, December 21st @11 AM PT RSVP at bit.ly/AIACareerSummit2023 SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE HERE: https://www.asiansinanimation.org/summit/ About the HostJoin Asians in Animation Founder and President Lexie Chu for a work session focused on building up your professional social media presence! We'll work on touching up LinkedIn and other social media to put your best face forward! Thursday, Dec 21th @12PM PT RSVP at bit.ly/AIACareerSummit2023 SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE HERE: https://www.asiansinanimation.org/summit/ About the HostLexie currently works in Creative Development at Skydance Animation where she supports their full upcoming feature film slate of fun animated adventures, coming soon to Netflix!
Previously, Lexie worked on many beloved original features and series at Cartoon Network Studios, Illumination, and Netflix. She also champions inclusion on-screen, off-screen, and every day as the Founder and President of arts advocacy non-profit Asians in Animation. Explore and enhance your Communication Style with Skydance Production Coordinator Andrea Kutcher! Learn best practices for interpersonal communication and explore building trust amongst colleagues and peers. This is an all-levels talk for anyone, especially those in Production, who wants to be the best teammate they can be - everyone is welcome! Thursday, Dec 21th @3PM PT RSVP at bit.ly/AIACareerSummit2023 SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE HERE: https://www.asiansinanimation.org/summit/ About the Speaker
Join AIA President and Founder Lexie Chu for a Career Planning session and start 2024 on the right foot! We'll discuss how to navigate career and life plans as well as how to think ahead, visualize your goals, and make them a reality. Open to all, and highly recommended for those early in their careers who are working on building a path for the future! Saturday, Dec 23th @10AM PT RSVP at bit.ly/AIACareerSummit2023 SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE HERE: https://www.asiansinanimation.org/summit/ About the HostLexie currently works in Creative Development at Skydance Animation where she supports their full upcoming feature film slate of fun animated adventures, coming soon to Netflix!
Previously, Lexie worked on many beloved original features and series at Cartoon Network Studios, Illumination, and Netflix. She also champions inclusion on-screen, off-screen, and every day as the Founder and President of arts advocacy non-profit Asians in Animation. Take some time to reflect on this week's accomplishments and set your goals for the next week in this dedicated space - let's start next week ready to learn, grow and make the most of everything! This space is open to all - we hope to see you there! Sunday, Dec 24th @11AM PT RSVP at bit.ly/AIACareerSummit2023 SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE HERE: https://www.asiansinanimation.org/summit/ About the Host
Come take some time to work on artwork, spruce up that portfolio and get started on your goals in an open, casual setting with other Asians in Animation members! Open to all who just want some dedicated space to work on a project - we hope to see you there! Tuesday, Dec 26th @10AM PT RSVP at bit.ly/AIACareerSummit2023 SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE HERE: https://www.asiansinanimation.org/summit/ About the Host
Community Event: Coffee Chat Practice: Speed Edition – Asians in Animation Career Summit 202311/27/2023
Excited for a Coffee Chat but not sure what to ask first or how to make the most of your time? Join AIA Creative Generalist Shay Santos for some speedy Coffee Chat practice! For students, recent grad and those breaking into the industry, this is an excellent opportunity to practice for your future Coffee Chats, and make new connections while you're at it! Tuesday, Dec 26th @11AM PT RSVP at bit.ly/AIACareerSummit2023 SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE HERE: https://www.asiansinanimation.org/summit/ About the HostFor our Asia based members - come take some time to work on artwork, spruce up that portfolio and get started on your goals in an open, casual setting with other Asians in Animation members! Open to all who just want some dedicated space to work on a project - we hope to see you there! Tuesday, Dec 26th @7PM PT RSVP at bit.ly/AIACareerSummit2023 SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE HERE: https://www.asiansinanimation.org/summit/ About the HostJoin us for a crash course on tailoring your resume and cover letter for non-artistic entry-level animation positions! Let’s talk about what hiring managers are looking for, standing out amongst stand-out candidates, breaking in from other industries, and anything on your mind! Lexie is excited to share everything she’s learned over the past ten years of working in entertainment with you, from job searching in animation to things she wished she knew when she started breaking into animation. Whether you’re looking for a sign to start or just want to hear from someone that it’s all going to be okay, bring all your questions and qualms — and let’s power up your animation applications! Tuesday, Dec 26th @11AM PT RSVP at bit.ly/AIACareerSummit2023 SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE HERE: https://www.asiansinanimation.org/summit/ About the Host
Come take some time to work on artwork, spruce up that portfolio and get started on your goals in an open, casual setting with other Asians in Animation members! Open to all who just want some dedicated space to work on a project - we hope to see you there! Wednesday Dec 27th @2:30PM PT RSVP at bit.ly/AIACareerSummit2023 SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE HERE: https://www.asiansinanimation.org/summit/ About the HostLet's create and design together in a fun, casual challenge themed around Fairy Tale Worlds! We'll work based off of prompts to hone in our design and storytelling skills and share our creations with each other! Everyone is welcome to join in! Thursday Dec 28th @6:00PM PT RSVP at bit.ly/AIACareerSummit2023 SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE HERE: https://www.asiansinanimation.org/summit/ About the HostAs our 2023 Career Summit draws to a close, take some time to reflect on this week's accomplishments and set your goals for the next week in this dedicated space - let's start next week ready to learn, grow and make the most of everything! This space is open to all - we hope to see you there! Friday, Dec 29th @7PM PT RSVP at bit.ly/AIACareerSummit2023 SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE HERE: https://www.asiansinanimation.org/summit/ About the Host
We'll be there alongside Rise Up Animation, Black N Animated, Latinx in Animation, and Animation Club talking about Advocating for Diversity in Animation! To learn about the latest in the animation industry, join our own Lexie Chu (Founder and President, Asians in Animation) and our friends Way Singleton (Co-Founder, Black N’ Animated), Monica Lago-Kaytis (Co-Founder, Rise Up Animation), Magdiela Hermida Duhamel (Founder and Director, LXiA), and Onyi Udeh (Founder, Animation Club). We are so grateful for the opportunity to have joined our gracious hosts Elizabeth Garcia of Wacom and LatinX in Animation. Watch the panel live on Saturday, September 11 at 11 AM - or catch the panel anytime until the end of the expo on September 12! Meanwhile, be sure to look out for some of our amazing and immensely talented community members. Meet Kha Anh Le, Laura Yan, Sonya Han, Jessie Chang, Tammy Wang, and Karla Circe below - and find them at the Artist Alley! A big thank you to our own Laura Yan for creating and pioneering the most intense version of Asians in Animation's mascot for our Lightbox Expo graphic beyond our wildest dreams.
For tickets to Lightbox, head to https://lightboxexpo.com/. We'll see you there! |