Careers in Film & Sustainability

Looking to break into the film industry or explore a new career pathway? Whether you’re interested in acting, production, videography, or behind-the-scenes roles, this event connects you with real opportunities and real people doing the work.

Hosted in the heart of Bronzeville, this careers-focused experience brings together creatives, local businesses, and industry leaders at the intersection of film and sustainability.

Presented by the Black Businesses Matter Podcast and Cottage Grove Productions, the evening will begin with a special film screening by Emmy-nominated Cottage Grove Productions, followed by a panel discussion featuring leaders from the Chicago film and media space.

After the panel, attendees will have opportunities to engage with producers, writers, public officials, and workforce partners to learn about the many pathways into film, from entry-level roles to long-term careers, along with opportunities connected to sustainable production and creative industries.

Sustainability in film goes beyond the environment; it’s about long-term career access, responsible production, and investing in people and communities.

With support from People’s Gas and the Energy Space, this event highlights how energy, infrastructure, and sustainability intersect with creative industries, opening doors to stable, future-focused careers both on and off set.

• Aspiring actors, filmmakers, and creatives
• Production assistants, videographers, and crew members
• Students and early-career professionals
• Career switchers interested in film, media, or live events
• Anyone curious about sustainable careers in creative industries

• Experience a film screening from an Emmy-nominated production company
• Hear directly from leaders shaping Chicago’s film industry
• Learn about multiple entry points into film and media careers
• Connect with local businesses and workforce partners
• Explore how sustainability creates new career pathways

Info: An engaging panel discussion featuring filmmakers, actors, and public officials exploring the film industry from multiple perspectives. Panelists will share insights on career pathways, sustainability in film, and the diverse ways individuals can engage with and build lasting careers within the industry.

Info: Interact with local businesses in the film industry.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

56 E 47th St, 56 East 47th Street, Chicago, United States

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