Welcome to AIGA Boston's V.0 Program! This kick-off will set the stage for your three-month journey. We’ll go through the resources you'll have at your disposal, and you’ll start to think about how to make the most of your mentorship experience in a presentation led by our guest speaker, Jamie Roberts.
About the speaker:
Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job, where she provides career support to creative professionals across the globe through coaching, speaking, workshops, and her podcast. She has given talks for AIGA, RGD Canada, universities, and other creative organizations. Jamie also has a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer, working and leading teams in both agency & in-house environments, where she recruited, hired, and managed every type of creative role. Her mission is to provide all creatives with the knowledge and clarity they need to confidently take control of their careers.
When & Where:
Thursday, March 28th, 5:30 PM–8PM EST
Gensler (Boston)
One Beacon Street
Third Floor
Boston, MA 02108
This is an in-person event
Schedule:
5:30 – 6:00 (30 min) | Welcome to Gensler! Get settled.
6:00 – 6:10 (10 min) | Overview of V.0 Program, Introductions
6:10 – 6:15 (5 min) | Q&A
6:15 – 7:15 (60 min) | Jamie Roberts Keynote Presentation with Q&A
7:15pm – 8pm (45 min) | Mentors / Mentees mingle and meet others
FEES:
- $15 Members
- $25 Nonmembers
- $10 Nonmember student
- $5 Student
- This event is FREE for V.0 Mentorship Participants - to obtain your free check out ticket code review your acceptance email or email Leigh Ryan – leigh@boston.aiga.org
VENUE & PARKING:
Gensler (Boston) is located 5 minutes walking distance from the Government Center T stop.
There is plenty of parking in local garages close by.
ABOUT JAMIE ROBERTS:
Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job, where she provides career support to creative professionals across the globe through coaching, speaking, workshops, and her podcast. She has given talks for AIGA, RGD Canada, universities, and other creative organizations. Jamie also has a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer, working and leading teams in both agency & in-house environments, where she recruited, hired, and managed every type of creative role. Her mission is to provide all creatives with the knowledge and clarity they need to confidently take control of their careers.
Website: rockthatcreativejob.com
Podcast: Rock That Creative Job (Apple, Spotify, Amazon)
Email: rockthatcreativejob@gmail.com
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VENUE ACCESSIBILITY:
AIGA Boston is committed to hosting events that are accessible for all. If you need special assistance to participate in this event, please contact Catherine Headen (catherine@boston.aiga.org) Director of Diversity & Inclusion. For reasonable assistance accommodations to be provided, please notify us at least five business days in advance of the event. If we do not receive timely notification of your reasonable request, we may not be able to make the necessary arrangements by the time of the event.
CANCELLATION / REFUND POLICY:
No refunds will be issued for this event.
PERMISSION FOR PHOTOS / VIDEOS / AUDIO:
Your registration constitutes permission to use photos, audio, and video recording taken of you at the event for promotional and educational purposes in connection with AIGA Boston.
CODE OF CONDUCT:
AIGA Boston has adopted the AIGA Code of Conduct with regard to its activities. We reserve the right to refuse admittance for violations of this Code, or other unlawful or disruptive actions. Any concerns should be addressed to the Director of Membership or Community Outreach.
PARTNERS:
ABOUT GENSLER:
Gensler is a global architecture, design, and planning firm with 53 locations and 6,000+ professionals networked across the Americas, Europe, Greater China, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East. Founded in 1965, the firm works globally with more than 3,500 clients across 33 practice areas spanning the work, lifestyle, cities, and health sectors. We are guided by our mission to create a better world through the power of design and believe the source of our strength is our people. This year, we are capturing the firm’s ethos and unique culture in the 2023 One‑Firm Firm publication, our inaugural digital-first annual report.
