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.
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Original Voices Shorts Pitch 2023
This call is open to US-based documentarians who identify as – or showcase stories highlighting social issues affecting – women, LGBTQ+ folx, communities of color, and people with disabilities.
It's a great opportunity for documentary filmmakers to get their films in front of a huge audience. And there is the possibility of winning $6,000 or $100,000 for your project! Go get 'em, y'all! Apply now!
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.
Virtual “Hollywood Bootcamp” Course - CSU Exclusive Discount
Carole Kirschner's Hollywood Bootcamp, you'll learn What every decision maker is looking for when hiring at the entry-level, insider information about what it takes to get your first job, and exactly what you need to beat out 95% of other hopefuls! Complete the course on your own schedule – the course is not live – you can even listen in the car or on the go! Apply for your discount!
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.
VRARA
Interested in the world of VR/AR/XR? Our membership with VRARA grants you access to their events and opportunities.
Contact us to find out more!
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
OPPORTUNITIES THAT WILL RETURN IN THE FUTURE:
Digital Hollywood – Los Angeles
Our higher education collaboration with Digital Hollywood allows us to offer extremely discounted passes for both Students & Faculty to attend this bi-annual conference in October and May. The participating panels and events can also be streamed live through the Digital Hollywood site.
TVOT SF Scholars Program
CSU Students can participate in the TVOT SF Scholars Program and be part of this high-profile, multi-platform entertainment media & technology industry conference as an intern or attendees. Currently, only CSU and Stanford students participate in this exclusive program. Students can serve as short-term interns working closely with TVOT SF staff to help produce this exciting annual Bay Area event and/or only attend the 2-day conference for free! If you (or a CSU student you know) are interested in participating, please email Haley Seppa at [email protected].