The Group Effort Initiative exists to create a pipeline for members of underrepresented communities to establish long-term careers within the entertainment industry
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3 is a magic number! In celebration of our 3rd Anniversary, our co-founder, Ryan Reynolds, shares the exciting things GEI has been up to in the last year.
Three rounds of applause for Group Effort Initiative’s achievements, success, and for bringing members of underrepresented communities to the entertainment industry.
Year two of Group Effort Initiative and Illumination's PA Training and it couldn't have been better! ✨ We had the absolute pleasure of having the incredible Alex Duffey lead this year's training, along with several guests who are actively working in the industry. They not only shared their individual stories of how they made it but also their invaluable advice when it comes to carving out your own path to success. Big thank you to the outstanding instructors and guests! Jude Weng, Heather Mikles, Jason Roberts, Marla Hudnall, Jay Cannavo, Rick Monsey, Seth Edelstein, Michael Crotty, Lauren Branch, Logan Slovacek, Sonia Costa, Vincent Reynaud, Tari Segal, Monica Raymund, Korey Pollard, Christopher Fletcher, Eric Noyd, and Liang Chun-Snyder. #developingskills #inspiringchange #illuminationtraining #thembsgroup #poweredbymbs #groupeffortinitiative
GEI, Maximum Effort, and Disney teamed up to break the fourth wall for a behind-the-scenes look into the strategy and creativity behind the #DeadpoolandWolverine global marketing and publicity campaigns! ❤️💛
Congratulations to the graduates of this year's Rise Up Initiative Production Assistant Trainee Program! 🎉🎓 In partnership with Dimension Studio and DNEG, the Rise Up Initiative brought together 10 U.K.-based GEI trainees to learn about virtual production over the course of 7 weeks, equipping them with the hands-on experience and knowledge to elevate their careers. ↗️
Interested in building a career in scripted development? 📃✍️ The Scripted Development panelists at GEI's 2024 Annual Bootcamp gave great insight on networking and how to stand out as an intern. #GEI2024AnnualBootcamp
Looking to start a career in #publicity? Our panel fielded advice on inspiration and learning on the job at GEI's Annual Bootcamp! 📸⭐️➡️ #GEI2024AnnualBootcamp
The Talent Representation Careers Panel at GEI's 2024 Annual Bootcamp offered great advice on being an agent, handling rejection, and building strong networks. 🤝 Swipe to read! #GEI2024AnnualBootcamp
Looking for tips on portfolio building and what makes a great work experience? Swipe through learnings from our Annual Bootcamp Animation Careers Panel! 💡 #GEI2024AnnualBootcamp
Check out some insider tips on standing out in the workplace and finding development inspiration from our 2024 Annual Bootcamp Unscripted Development panelists! ⤵ #GEI2024AnnualBootcamp
GEI's 2024 Annual Bootcamp set the stage for success! This year's bootcamp brought industry panels and lunch networking with company partners to over 120 participants, both in-person and virtually. Check out some highlights! 📸 #GEI2024AnnualBootcamp