About this Event
Join us on November 18th, 2026 for our Emerging Talent Career Connections networking fair. This special event is designed specifically for current CCA students and alumni from the Fine Arts and the Humanities & Sciences Divisional programs to connect with leading arts professionals, possible employers, and organizations that support CCA’s mission and values. This is your chance to experience in-person networking, speak directly with professionals within your prospective industries, and learn about future career opportunities!
In this two-part networking event, you will have a chance to speak in-depth with arts and humanities leaders in small-group fireside chats and further expand your connections at a following networking mixer.
- Tip: There will be a total of six (6) scheduled fireside chats, each timed for 30-minutes. Each session is first come, first served. Be sure to plan ahead of time who you wish to speak with so you don't miss your opportunity!
- Prepare Yourself: Review the biographies below of each Fireside Chat Facilitator! Facilitators will be: Sheila Pressley, Naz Cuguoğlu, Julio Cesar Morales, Josefin Lundahl, Markus Kager, Sasinun Kladpetch, David Lauer, Sarah Schneider, Tina Wiley Crawford, Sarita Schreiber, Julia Patrick, PJ Gubatina Policarpio, Sarah Kleiner, Genevieve Leighton -Armah and Aimee Le Duc.
This event is not restricted to only students and alumni in the Fine Arts or Humanities & Sciences divisions. All members of the CCA community are encouraged to attend as guests are arts professionals from diverse industries within the SF Bay Area.
*Are you an industry professional who would like to support this event and CCA's emerging talent? Please email Kris McGhee at [email protected]
Agenda
🕑: 12:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Fireside Chats | Nave Presentation Space
Info: This is your opportunity to speak directly with industry leaders and CCA alumni in an informal setting through small, impactful conversations that feel natural and authentic. Learn about career pathways, industry insights, and gain strategic advice on ways to advance your professional journey from leading arts professionals. Leave knowing how emerging creatives like you can launch a career and grow in your field today!
Fireside Chat Schedule
Info: Session 1: 12:00 - 12:30 PM | Session 2: 12:35 - 1:05 PM | Session 3: 1:10 - 1:40 PM | Session 4: 1:45 - 2:15 PM | Session 5: 2:20 - 2:50 PM | Session 6: 2:55 - 3:25 PM
🕑: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Networking Reception | Nave
Info: Build your network before you need it. Cultivate relationships with current CCA students, alumni, and other industry professionals in a setting where 1:1 conversations are casual, questions are welcome, and connections can happen naturally. Expand your network and foster your professional growth as you practice one of the most valuable skills you can learn: how to build connections with confidence. Your future network starts with one conversation!
Event venue & nearby stays
California College of the Arts (CCA), 145 Hooper Street, San Francisco, United States
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