One Step at a Time: Navigating Your Career in Animation
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One Step at a Time: Navigating Your Career in Animation
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APPLICATION GROUP 2
Applications Open:
8/1/25
THIS CIRCLE IS PERFECT FOR
- Professionals who aren’t quite sure what their “next steps” are
- Professionals looking to discuss & work through workplace/career challenges in a supportive environment
- Professionals who are looking to make a change, out of desire or necessity
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Open, supportive discussions in a safe space
- At minimum one fully dedicated session for each mentee
- An optional one-on-one with the mentor
WHAT NOT TO EXPECT
- Portfolio Building
- Reviews or critiques of your work
- Concrete, definitive outcomes
- Guest speakers specific to your industry or situation
Qualification Criteria
Entry Level (1-2 yrs of experience)
Early Career (3-5 yrs of experience)
Mid Level (6-10 yrs of experience),Â
Day / Time
Times Per Month:Â TwiceÂ
Day / Time:Â Thursday 7:30 to 9:30 PM
Timezone: EST
* You must meet the qualification criteria AND be able to attend the posted day/time of the circle (please note the timezone posted)
CIRCLE DESCRIPTION
Whether you’re interested in making a big career shift, or you’re seeking advice on working with micro-managing managers, or you just can’t seem to find your next step – this circle offers you a safe and supportive space to discuss your goals and challenges in the industry.
We will discuss various topics over the course of the Circle, including (but not limited to):
- Strategies for moving forward on your path, or what happens if you want to change direction?
- Ample time for discussion and exploration
- A 1 on 1 session with the Mentor at the end of the Circle term, if desired, to discuss specific thoughts or questions
- There may be guest speakers from the industry. However, this is not guaranteed as it is based on their schedule and availability
ADDITIONAL Application Requirements
Please submit the following as part of your Application Profile:
*(AFTER you click to apply, you must go into your member profile and complete the member-specific portion; these requirements should be submitted through that profile):Â Â
- A brief personal statement on what you hope to get out of this circle and/or any specific topics/challenges you’re hoping to discuss/explore (big or small!)
Circle Leader
Sara Connelly
Sara is an animation supervisor based in Ottawa, Canada. In the past, she has worked in a variety of roles in animation, including scene fixing, retakes, and as a post-secondary instructor. You can find her work in shows like Tangled the Series, The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse, and Hilda. Sara is passionate not only about the craft of animation but about creating and fostering healthy & effective work environments.
When she’s not sitting at her desk, you can find her taking her cat for a walk or working on her latest knitting project.
