One School for Black Creatives Info Session (for Spring 2024 Admissions)
Join us on Thursday, November 9th, 2023 from 1PM to 2PM as CCNY's student chapter of the American Advertising Federation (AAF) hosts an info session for The One Club for Creativity's "One School" and their upcoming Spring 2024 admissions process/applications.
The One School is a portfolio development and mentorship program, intended exclusively for aspiring Black creatives interested in careers in the advertising industry.
No previous experience or knowledge of the advertising industry is required to attend, and this event is open to everyone.
>>> LINK: https://ccny.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYucOivpjMrHNSsRQ88SY1hQPd0yYy_AzDV
Advertising has a diversity problem. For an industry that profits so much from Black culture, Black creatives are few and far between. Part of this is due to systemic bias in the hiring process, but partly it’s because the cost of 2 years at a top portfolio school can cost up to $40,000. These barriers along with a lack of representation often prevent Black people from pursuing a career in the industry.
By giving Black creatives free access to some of the industry’s best talent our aim is to help them create world-class portfolios that open doors. And by connecting them with Black mentors we aim to create a lasting network of support and guidance to help a new generation of Black creatives excel in the industry.
Learn More about The One School: https://oneschoolus.com/
Apply to the One School: https://oneschoolus.com/us-apply/
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ABOUT THE ONE CLUB:
The One Club for Creativity exists to support and celebrate the success of the global creative community.
We are a diverse community of creative thinkers and doers who believe creativity is the most powerful element to business success.
We celebrate world-changing ideas. We stimulate the dynamic intersection of art and commerce. We create fertile spaces for writers, art directors, designers, technologists, and artists to grow. We foster a more diverse and connected global community. We forge bonds between recognized creative masters and emerging creative voices.
Most important, we are a non-profit organization that pours everything we make back into nurturing a more vibrant and inspired global creative community.