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Communications, Media & Entertainment

Mindy Kaling Can Make You Laugh, But She Also Has Career Advice for You

Never have I ever admitted, until now, how eager I am to binge the new season of a teen dramedy (I am…not a teen). But Never Have I Ever—brainchild of Mindy Kaling and Lang Fisher—is too good and refreshingly …

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Video Game Industry Careers: An Inside Look at Gaming Jobs & How You Can Land One

In the last year and a half of the pandemic, video games have come to serve as a release valve for the cooped-up populace, enabling players to vicariously experience things they no longer could in the real world. “I thought …

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Employer & Interview Insights

Vault Career Guide to Market Research, Third Edition

Vault Career Guide to Media and Entertainment, Third Edition

Vault Career Guide to Advertising, Fourth Edition

Vault Guide to Public Relations Jobs, Third Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Advertising Jobs, Third Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Media and Entertainment Jobs, Third Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

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Cross-Cultural Communication Nano Tips with Jessica Chen

Taught by Jessica Chen
Welcome to our Nano Tips series, where a new generation of LinkedIn Learning instructors deliver impactful lessons in literally seconds.…

Learning Adobe Capture

Taught by Theresa Jackson
If you’re a designer or digital creator, you never know when or where inspiration might strike. Chances are, it won’t…

Prototyping a WordPress Project in Adobe XD

Taught by Emily Kay
Learn how to use Adobe XD to create a WordPress website prototype that you can share with clients, developers, and…

Developing a Style Guide

Taught by Nigel French
A style guide helps clarify a company’s voice, look, and identity. It also ensures that the brand is memorable and…

Inclusive Typography

Taught by Sabrena Deal
What makes typography inclusive? Font and formatting choices can maximize readability to the largest possible audience. In this course, senior…

Remote Publishing Workflows for Designers and Editors

Taught by Anne-Marie Concepción
You know a collaborative workflow can benefit your editing and design teams, but how do you set it up inexpensively…

Essential Graphic Production Techniques

Taught by Nigel French
If you’re a graphic designer—or you want to become one—you need to know how to leverage the full power of…

UX Foundations: Style Guides and Design Systems

Taught by Chris Nodder
A style guide is the document that sets the tone for how your organization communicates and how it designs its…

Malcolm Gladwell on How to Build Influence to Drive Forward Great Ideas

Taught by LinkedIn News
Influence has always shaped our world, but the way we build it has evolved dramatically in recent years. So how…

How to Lead, Hire, and Get Ahead with Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary and Kickstarter CEO Everette Taylor

Taught by LinkedIn News
Ever wish you could be a fly on the wall for a conversation between two business magnates? Here’s your chance…

LinkedIn for Veterans and the Military Community

Taught by Cory Boatwright
LinkedIn supports you and military community professionals in their post-service careers by connecting you to opportunities, enhancing your skill set,…

Troika’s ABC Brand Campaign: Start to Finish

Taught by Troika Design Group
Get an inside view behind the making of ABC TV’s fall promotional and brand image campaign, and watch a 60-second…

Digital Marketing Foundations

Taught by Brad Batesole
Learn how to promote your brand or business effectively online and develop a targeted marketing strategy that engages potential customers…

Content Marketing: Distribution Strategy

Taught by Ross Simmonds
Creating and executing on a strong content marketing strategy is critical in today’s multichannel landscape. In this course, instructor Ross…

Creating a Video Resume

Taught by Madeline Mann
Next time you’re looking to capture the attention of a company you want to work for, consider creating a video…

Developing Your Authentic Self to Ignite Change

Taught by genConnectU
Did you know you have a superpower? People have the power and ability to change the world. In this course,…

Remote Interviewing Techniques for Creative Jobs

Taught by Chris Nodder
You’ve lined up a remote interview for an exciting creative role. Now what? In this course, Chris Nodder helps you…

DIY Filmmaking Tips Weekly

Taught by Ash Blodgett
Do you have big filmmaking dreams but lack the Hollywood budget? By diving into the world of DIY filmmaking, you…

The Data Science of Media and Entertainment with Barton Poulson

Taught by Barton Poulson
Music, theater, dance, and film may not seem like data-driven businesses, but they can benefit from data science just as…

Contracting for Creatives

Taught by Seth C. Polansky
Media and entertainment companies spend billions of dollars every year on creative talent. In this course—specifically designed for creatives—professor, contract…
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Swarthmore & External Resources

Cover Letter Sample

This cover letter serves as a strong example of how you can shape your experiences to what an employer is …

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Alumni Connections

Benjamin Rotko

Alumni
  • General Manager, Hypnos Icelus Ex Oblivione
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Renan Meira Gascho

Alumni
  • Image / Art Direction Christian Dior Couture
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Kate Walker

Alumni
  • Producer American Museum of Natural History
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Patrick Ross

Alumni
  • Speechwriter 2024 Democratic National Convention Committee
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Ben Pauley

Alumni
  • Staff Writer Sciworthy
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Tuesday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Thursday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Office closed daily from 12–1pm for lunch.