When applying for various labs and fellowships, some applicants may feel compelled to reveal personal details about their lives. This is especially true for individuals from underrepresented backgrounds who may feel pressured to share more information about themselves in their applications and writing. However, it’s important to recognize that not everyone is entitled to your story. In this panel discussion, attendees had the opportunity to learn from a group of experts on how to share some personal details about themselves in a way that feels comfortable without feeling the need to disclose everything about their background.
This event was part of the BRIC Summit Talent & Education Day, which focused on industry career education, educator resources, and acted as an outreach and recruiting day for companies and studios to connect with up-and-coming talent. [continue reading…]