Creative Industry Day

Career Panels

Panel 1: Monday, Feb. 10th 7-8:00 p.m. (in-person and virtual) Zoom link: https://rit.zoom.us/j/91751035282
"Designing Your Future: First Steps" – watch party with pizza and cookies 6-7:00 p.m. SHED 4350. 

Our experts will guide you towards finding success after graduation and taking your first steps as a professional. How can students shape their college experience to make a bold and impactful entrance into their chosen field?Topics include gaining experience, getting your foot in the door, acing interviews, and building meaningful connections.

Moderator: Keli DiRisio RIT Associate Professor, Undergraduate Program Director Graphic Design
Panelists: 
Jason DeCoste, Epic Games
Brian Aiken, Chief Product Development Officer, Rain Cage. RIT alumnus, Industrial Design
Amanda Vargas-Dixon, Recruiter, VML. RIT alumna, Psychology
Molly Woods, Senior UX/UI Designer, Whole Foods – Amazon. RIT alumna, Graphic Design

Panel 2: Tuesday, Feb. 11
“Reality of the Creative Journey” – virtual Feb 11th 7-8:00 p.m. (virtual) Zoom link: https://rit.zoom.us/j/95189033895

Industry professionals will share the unique path that led them to where they are today, highlighting how the creative journey is rarely linear and adaptation is key. Discover how to embrace rejection, explore unconventional routes, focus your efforts, and flourish.

Moderator: Gretchen Eshleman, Associate Director, RIT Office of Career Services and Co-op
Panelists:
Maria Canale, Designer/Design Consultant, Maria C. Canale LLC. RIT College of Art and Design National Council member.  RIT Alumna, Metals and Jewelry Design
Gary Jacobs, Digital Environment Concept Artist, RIT Associate Professor and Undergraduate Program Director 3D Digital Design
Madeline Rile Smith, Studio Owner, Assistant Professor of Glass Art at Salem Community College. RIT alumna, Glass