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OPPORTUNITIES

FEATURED:

Hollylist Membership for CSU Students + Alumni

The CSU Entertainment Alliance is giving CSU Students and Alumni free access to our Hollylist Membership by filling out our google form. This membership is only available for a year and ends November 2026.

Hollylist is a job search website and daily newsletter service specifically for careers in the entertainment industry. It connects employers with job seekers for roles in areas like film, TV, music, and digital media. If you're looking to find work in the entertainment industry, Hollylist is the perfect place to find the latest entertainment opportunities.

APPLY HERE: https://forms.gle/uEpZ1ktYz6KR2Qdh6

Sundance Institute - 2025 Feature Film Producers Track
The 2025–2026 Feature Film Producers Fellowship is a yearlong program designed to nurture emerging producers with project-specific support through the Producers Lab, year-round mentorship from a dedicated industry mentor, film industry networking opportunities, professional development and project advancement strategy workshops, and ongoing support from Sundance Institute staff. The program is designed to hone emerging producers’ creative instincts and evolve their communication and problem-solving skills at all stages of their next feature film.

https://apply.sundance.org/prog/2025_feature_film_producers_track/

Film Independent - Episodic Lab
Designed to support writers with original long-form episodic projects, Film Independent’s Episodic Lab will accept a diverse group of 6–8 writers or writing teams and provide them with critical support and mentorship. Through personalized feedback from experienced showrunners, creative producers and executives, Fellows will gain the tools to revise and refine their pilots and navigate a changing industry landscape.

https://www.filmindependent.org/programs/artist-development/episodic-lab/

Women in Animation - Mentor Circle Applications
Numerous opportunities for mentorship - check out the Mentorship Circles below. Applications open January 29, 2025!

Application Process

ONGOING:

Adobe Creative Jams
Participate in an open Creative Jam LIVE event to win prizes and bragging rights! Plus get the opportunity to showcase your work to companies like HBO, Hulu, Southwest Airlines, Twitch, MTV, Amazon, RipCurl, Netflix, Disney, Nickelodeon, and so many more. Check out past winners and apply to participate in a Creative Jam: http://adobecreativejams.com/

Backstage Casting Code
Backstage is offering codes to post casting calls for your films or projects for FREE. Please use the code: CSUEACAST for your next project!

Backstage CREW
With a continued focus on being the go-to resource for creators, Backstage launched a new Crew/Production profile in early 2021 allowing students (and alumni) to search for and apply to unlimited jobs across departments and production types, whether you're interested in TV, independent film, commercials, or branded content. There will be a focus on virtual opportunities across the country and internationally. Creators will be able to hire individual crew workers or an entire crew team for their project in addition to the highly vetted casting resources available through the site. Sign up here for first access and a free profile!

GROUP EFFORT INITIATIVE (GEI)
Launched in August 2020 by Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively, the Group Effort Initiative (GEI) exists to help members of underrepresented communities get careers within the entertainment industry.

GEI Internship Application - *For participants that are currently enrolled students or recent graduates based in the Greater Los Angeles area, GEI submits candidates to internships in Fall, Spring, and Summer seasons. All internships are paid, either directly through the company or through the City's Hire LA's Youth (HLY) Program for eligible participants that meet the City's HLY program requirements.*

Corporate Entry-Level & Production Assistant Application - *For recent graduates and others looking for full-time corporate positions in entertainment in the Greater Los Angeles area, GEI submits candidates to company partners looking for assistants, coordinators, or other entry-level/junior positions. There are also opportunities to be submitted to freelance, part-time, or temporary roles across areas of the industry.* *For those available to work full-time and interested in on-set roles, GEI submits candidates to production assistant positions on film, scripted television, and unscripted television sets. GEI sources candidates locally for productions in various countries including, but not limited to: Los Angeles, NYC, Atlanta, Cleveland, Boston, Vancouver, Toronto, London, and Rome. Please Note: Production Assistant roles typically require candidates to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, have a valid Driver’s license, and be able to work long hours if needed (12+ hour days, some weekends, etc.).*
***Disclaimer: Resumes are forwarded to company partners for open positions, but hiring decisions are up to the company’s discretion. Job placements are not guaranteed.

Entertainment Industry Foundation Careers Program (EIFCP)
The EIF Careers Program is increasing access to entertainment careers for historically excluded and underrepresented communities. In March 2024, the Careers Program launched its Young Professionals Network (YPN), a quarterly networking event series to cultivate an environment of belonging, community, and well-being for aspiring and early-career entertainment professionals. Developed in response to an emerging talent survey and focus group, the YPN aims to create a space where young creative professionals can shape events and services available to them. A host committee comprised of emerging industry professionals led the curation of the kickoff mixer at the United Talent Agency campus, where over 100 attendees had the opportunity to network and mingle with each other, as well as participate in some surprise magic tricks.

To get involved and stay in the loop about future events, please fill out the following survey: EIF Student Survey

FREE MasterClass Subscription
MasterClass is proud to partner with CSU to offer no-cost All-Access Passes to the entire MasterClass platform for one year (a $180 value). Use your mobile or desktop to access online classes taught by the best in business, culinary arts, film & television, music & entertainment, photography, sports, and more. Apply for access! **Link distributions are done once a week. If you have not heard back within two weeks of your application, please get in touch with us.

FREE MAX Subscription
MAX is free for SDSU and CSU Monterey Bay students! To access Max, students who live on either campus can go to max.com, navigate to the sign-in page and click “View All” under “Connect Your Provider.” Then, search for “University Video Services,” select their school and create an account. Enjoy!

FREE Highland 2 Scriptwriting Software for Students & Faculty
Writing software for Screenwriters, Novelists, & More: From acclaimed Hollywood screenwriter and novelist, John August, writer of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Big Fish, Aladdin, and the Arlo Finch book series. Highland is for every kind of document you write. Made by Writers, for Writers. Apply for access!

Hulu U
Attention all college and university students! ICYMI: Hulu has a new subscription offer made exclusively for you. Beginning today, you and your classmates can access Hulu, including all Hulu Original content, Hulu's Watch Party feature, and more, for just $1.99 a month. Start streaming now by signing up at Hulu.com/student.

Industry-Faculty Connection for Virtual Event / Workshop / Webinar
We are happy to connect Faculty (from all disciplines) with Industry Professionals in their field. Please e-mail Haley Seppa at [email protected] to discuss possibilities!

Job/Internship Listings for CSU Students (including Virtual listings)
Check out our database of companies looking for YOU!

Micro-Internships
When you are launching your career, Micro-Internships provide a tremendous opportunity. Not only can you explore different career paths and work on interesting assignments, but you can also demonstrate your abilities to potential employers while building your professional portfolio and network. Check out micro-internship listings!

NewFilmmakers Los Angeles
Each month, NFMLA presents red-carpet screenings of the documentary, short, and feature films that have been selected from submissions from all over the world, followed by a Q&A with each film's director. NFMLA provides a forum where filmmakers can be recognized for their contributions, have open audience discussions about their projects, and connect with industry professionals for insight on distribution, production, acquisition, and representation. CSU students can attend virtual events FOR FREE or in-person events at a 15% discount by using the code CSUEA! SIGN UP HERE!

Online Summer Professional Development Program
Our summer program combines educational classroom programming, hands-on mentoring and coaching, and unparalleled access to real-world work experience in the Sports, Entertainment, and Media industries. Beginning with a week of high-intensity training that features an incredible assortment of world-class executives as guest speakers and instructors, we provide students with exclusive opportunities to learn from industry leaders, expand their network, and develop themselves as professionals. This program is essential for any students looking to jump-start their careers in highly-competitive industries. LEARN MORE!

Streetlights Training
If you are interested in pursuing on-set production careers, please consider joining Streetlights, a nonprofit production training that assists talented and motivated young adult minorities in achieving long-term economic stability and career success in entertainment.

Memberships

Entertainmentcareers.net
The CSUEA has negotiated a special deal for year-long memberships with EntertainmentCareers.net which grants immediate access to the newest jobs and internships in the entertainment industry.

The Wrap
Through our partnership with The Wrap, all CSU students & faculty can now receive access to The Wrap’s member-only portal WrapPRO for only $30/yr (regularly priced at $325/yr). Membership includes unlimited access to exclusive industry news, research, and access to events throughout the year! Their current membership largely comprises executives from companies like Disney, Netflix, ABC, Hulu, Spotify, Viacom, CBS, ESPN, WME, CAA, and many more. WrapPRO is the absolute best way to stay in the know about the business of entertainment! Sign up now using the codes below. Be sure to use your student/faculty email to sign up. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to learn more about the business of entertainment and stay in the know!
Student code: CSUALLIANCE30
Faculty code: CSUALLIANCE60

Festivals, funds, Grants, and More:

DGA Student Film Awards

ITVS Diversity Development Fund