Job Description

TITLE:  Career Development Advisor for Entertainment Business

REPORTS TO: Manager – Film & Entertainment Business

STATUS: Non-Exempt

Are you passionate about Entertainment and Music Business? Want to share your knowledge and experience with the next generation of industry pros? Then this is the job for you! The Los Angeles Film School’s Career Development Department is conducting a search for an industry-savvy Career Advisor to work with students and graduates in our Entertainment Business program that covers a range of studies including, but not limited to: Business and Music Management, Marketing, Creative Writing, Artist Management, and Social Media. The Los Angeles Film School also offers completer programs for both Audio and Film graduates looking for a more specialized business degree to add to their content creation skills. This is a rewarding opportunity to help new talent navigate their way through the exciting world of Entertainment Business. We’re seeking an energetic, personable professional with at least 5 years of experience in the Entertainment Business field, as well as a wide range of contacts in the industry.

RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Conduct one-on-one career advisory meetings with students and graduates to provide guidance and help them secure employment; conduct additional “Open Door” Advisory Meetings.
• Conduct ongoing graduate outreach to monitor employment status and collect detailed data. Research and track professional accomplishments of graduates.
• Provide accurate statistical information for the yearly accreditation.
• Work in conjunction with the Industry Outreach team to recommend, screen and submit candidates for open internships and jobs.
• Assist graduate candidates with tailoring resumes and cover letters to specific jobs.
• Educate and assist with presentation skills, conducting research, developing telephone and interviewing skills, social media presence, industry etiquette and responsibilities.
• Conduct mock interviews with students and alumni, as necessary.
• Document all conversations (in-person, telephone, email).
• Collaborate with the Career Development team to deliver and work special events, such as Career Fairs, Alumni Mixers, Workshops, Information Sessions, etc.
• Network and develop relationships with industry professionals to cultivate internship and job leads in the entertainment business field for students and graduates.
• Attend industry seminars, conventions, events and conferences (as requested).
• Liaison and collaborate with faculty and staff; actively contribute to inter-departmental and/or company-wide meetings and projects, as needed.
• Maintain weekly office hours at Los Angeles Film School to establish/maintain relationships with students and faculty.
• Attend/participate in monthly graduation rehearsals and graduation ceremonies.
• Represent the Career Development Department to prospective students at Open House presentations (two Saturdays per year).
• May also advise students and graduates for our expanding programs such as Media Communications, which includes Digital Journalism, Social Media Marketing, Strategy and Management.
• Duties and assignments as assigned by Manager, Film & Entertainment Business and Career Development Vice President.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the Entertainment Business industry.
• Network of related industry contacts.
• Proficient in resume writing.
• Links to professional work examples.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Teaching/coaching/advisement and/or public speaking.
• Prior experience in an office environment.
• Prior experience in sales.
• Previous experience hiring, onboarding or recruiting.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills; great phone manner is a must.
• Strong proficiency with PC and Mac (MS Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point, Keynote); ability to learn new programs as required.
• Ability to effectively communicate with a diverse student population.
• Position requires discretion, patience, compassion, confidentiality, and tactful issue resolution.
• Strong organizational skills, including time management, multi-tasking, and follow-through.
• Ability to work well under pressure, meet multiple, quick deadlines, and handle shifting priorities.
• Ability to remain current on industry trends, technology, craft, and hiring trends.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Strong grammar and correspondence skills.

Company Description

The Los Angeles Film School is a creative, media arts college, offering accredited Bachelor of Science degrees in Animation & VFX, Entertainment Business and Graphic Design, and Associate of Science degrees in Audio Production, Music Production and Film. Located in the center of Hollywood, California, the college’s campus is comprised of 4 buildings, including the historic RCA building and Ivar Theatre, and boasts industry-standard sound stages, labs, dubbing stages, studios, a green screen and theatres, including a THX®-certified, RealD 3D®, 340-seat Main Theatre. In Winter Park, Florida we are located with at the Full Sail University park. The Los Angeles Film School’s hands-on programs are taught by award-winning industry professionals using industry-standard gear. For more info on degree programs call 323-860-0789 or visit www.lafilm.edu.