Broadway & Beyond - Pathway 4 - College Summer Activities - STEP #13
Summer Film Internship
AMC NETWORKS NEW YORK CITY
THE D.U.C.K. GROUP
ROLLIN STUDIOS BROOKLYN, NY
AMC NETWORKS NEW YORK CITY
REAL WORLD LEARNING
Jamir's new interest in film led him to seek summer college-level internships to give him real-world experience and learning. His Google search showed several excellent opportunities to send applications.
In this step:
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Review the slides of three internships Jamir is going to send an application. Which one do you find intriguing and why?
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Research each of these companies:
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Please write a brief overview of one company you think would benefit Jamir in his worldly pursuits. Give at least three reasons.
Record your thoughts in the
Quantum Leap Voyages Log.
Broadway & Beyond - Pathway 4 - College Summer Activities- STEP #14
Building Relationships
Making connections is vital in the entertainment industry. Sometimes it's who you know that will open doors.
Over the years as an actor, and more recently, while at NYU, Jamir met many people in filmmaking and the performing arts. His summer plan was to work at an internship, attend meetups, go to events, and do programs to learn more and build his relationships in filmmaking.
In this step:
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Watch the video: How to Meet People in Film & TV. List three tips shared.
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Check out the independent learning program Breaking into the Film Industry. Do you think this is a good summer investment for Jamir? Why?
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Explore the New York Film Group Meetup. List two reasons why it might be a beneficial ongoing network for Jamir.
Record your feedback in the
Quantum Leap Voyages Log.
Beyond Networking
Did you know the film and entertainment industry is primarily freelance-based?
You are hired on a job-by-job basis, typically by the people you know. Building relationships early is critical to the success of your Broadway and Beyond journey.
Broadway & Beyond - Pathway 4 - College Summer Activities - STEP #15
Lexi Travels Abroad
Tickets and Backstage Pass for the
Oberammergau Passion Play
Bavaria, Germany
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Observational Learning
Lexi's relatives, who live in Bavaria, Germany, invited her to visit over the summer to see the famous Oberammergau Passion Play.
The Passion Play is performed outdoors every 10 years since 1633 in the city of Oberammergau, Germany. It is world-renown for its costumes and music presentation. Lexi's cousins will be actors participating as villagers. She will get to witness the performance with front row seats and meet the actors backstage.
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Review the History of this Passion Play.
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How will this opportunity enhance Lexi's acting career and life? Give a brief overview.
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Have you seen any of these plays? Which one would you like to see and why?
Record your thoughts in the
Quantum Leap Voyages Log.
Broadway & Beyond - Pathway 4 - College Summer Activities- STEP #16
Practical Skills Internship
Living on-campus at AMDA in NY, Lexi decided to look for an internship near her school that would provide her with theatre district exposure, as well as giving her practical, real-world skills. She also wanted the flexibility to do evening acting, singing, and dancing programs and workshops. After submitting several applications, she got an interview with Amas Musical Theatre for an Administrative Intern position.
In this step:
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Explore Amas Musical Theatre
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Download and review PDF of Admin Intern description. Do you think this is a good work opportunity for Lexi? Why?
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Watch the video: Advice for Young Actors.
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What are the three top tips for young actors and musical performers?
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Review Careers in Theatre. Which three interest you? Why?
Record your feedback in the
Quantum Leap Voyages Log.
