Gator Career Chat: Breaking into the Creative Economy

November 5, 2025

Gator Career Chat: Breaking into the Creative Economy

Explore what it takes to thrive in today’s creative industries.

In this virtual Gator Career Chat, professionals working across the creative economy will share how they built fulfilling careers—whether in the arts, design, performance, media, or cultural sectors. You’ll gain insights into how to navigate these dynamic fields, what skills are most in demand, and how to get started with confidence.

Who it’s for:
UF students pursuing or exploring majors in art, art history, dance, theatre, music, graphic design, digital media, and other creative disciplines or any Gator curious about creative career paths.

What to expect:

  • Real stories from creative professionals
  • Tips on breaking into creative industries
  • Skills and tools that matter today
  • Live Q&A and networking opportunities

Who you will hear from:

  • Dan Akins, Presentation Strategist & Author
  • Robert Almeida, Creative Manager
  • Rukmini Poddar, Author, Illustrator, & Educator

It’s a great opportunity to expand your industry awareness, hear from professionals in creative roles, and get inspired for your next steps. All Gators are welcome!

Date: Wednesday, November 12
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM EST
Location: Zoom
Register Now!

Can’t make it live? No problem—this session will be recorded, and both the recording and a summary will be shared in the News and Advice section of Career Hub.

For questions or accommodation requests, please contact Zita Gonzalez at z.segarra@ufl.edu.

Category: Careers
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