May 1st 2024.
Diverse Representation, a company based in Los Angeles, has a goal of promoting diversity and inclusion by increasing the hiring and exposure of Black professionals in the sports and entertainment industries. They will be hosting their Black Entertainment Career Summit on May 3-4 in Los Angeles, featuring speakers and executives from various agencies, studios, networks, and production companies. The aim of the two-day event is to educate attendees about career opportunities and pathways in the entertainment industry.
While the entertainment industry is still recovering from the recent writer and actors strike, Diverse Representation is determined to ensure that Black professionals and creatives are not left behind. The Summit will take place at the Skirball Center in Los Angeles and will feature speakers from companies such as Lionsgate/STARZ, United Talent Agency, Amazon MGM Studios, Wasserman, William Morris Endeavor, and Creative Artists Agency. In addition, companies like NBCUniversal will also be conducting onsite informational interviews.
Jaia Thomas, Founder and CEO of Diverse Representation, stated, "Despite efforts to increase diversity, equity, and inclusion in recent years, there is still a lack of Black representation in corporate roles across many studios, networks, and streamers." The Career Summit aims to bridge this gap by providing Black professionals with the necessary resources and tools to build successful careers in the entertainment industry. It also offers a unique opportunity for attendees to meet with potential employers and decision-makers.
One of the attendees, Tia Black, shared her experience from the previous year's Summit, saying, "The Black Entertainment Career Summit is a valuable resource for aspiring entertainment professionals who may have the talent and passion, but lack the connections to get their foot in the door." She also mentioned that she received a job offer from William Morris Endeavor just two weeks after attending the Summit and connecting with a woman who works in HR.
The two-day Summit will consist of panel discussions and onsite interviews, with a networking brunch on the second day where attendees can meet recruiters, executives, and talent acquisition professionals from top companies in the industry. Attendees can also submit their resumes to be included in Diverse Representation's resume bank, which will be shared among all participating companies.
To highlight the experiences of Black professionals in the entertainment industry, Diverse Representation will be utilizing the hashtag #BlackInEntertainment on May 3 across all social media platforms. This will provide a platform for Black professionals to share their experiences, challenges, successes, and hurdles in the industry.
For more information on this year's Summit, including the agenda and ticketing, please visit the website. Diverse Representation's mission is to increase the hiring and exposure of Black agents, attorneys, managers, and publicists in the sports and entertainment industry. They not only provide a comprehensive database of Black professionals in these fields, but also organize various diversity programs and initiatives across the country.
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