About this Event
*This event is in-person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, Room 604
If you want to expand your network, elevate your personal brand, and pitch with proven results, this workshop is for you. Join NYPL Career Services for part two of the Breaking Into Entertainment Careers Series, an immersive, interactive pair of workshops led by Jim Arnoff—a career coach, talent agent consultant, and industry insider. Discover the secrets to mastering networking and pitching with results from an entertainment insider.
Learn essential techniques to establish strong, authentic connections, leave a memorable impression, and follow up effectively. Gain key insights on overcoming shyness, insecurity, and uncertainty around networking and pitching, allowing you to build a personal brand that sets you apart and makes each experience feel effortless. Discover what it truly takes to deliver a persuasive pitch and cultivate high-impact professional relationships, as well as master the art of networking with confidence, adapting to your audience, engaging effectively, and anticipating questions.
About the Speaker:
Jim Arnoff is a Certified Career, Business, and Life Coach specializing in the entertainment industry and other professional fields. As a talent agent consultant, he has represented television production companies in developing and selling original programming, and he also practices entertainment law. Jim is a member of the New York and LGBT Bar Associations, serves on the faculty at the School of Visual Arts, and regularly leads career development workshops.
Find essential professional development support, resources, webinars, events, and more tailored for job seekers and professionals looking to craft an effective professional portfolio to enhance their careers. NYPL’s Career Services team offers FREE virtual and in-person support to help you achieve your career or employment goals, including coaching, resume or cover letter writing, job application support, and career development events—all year-round. If you have questions about these offerings, please contact [email protected].
ASL interpretation and real-time captioning (CART) are available upon request. Please submit your request by completing an accommodations request form at .
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Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, Room 604, 455 5th Avenue, New York, United States
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