THIS EVENT WILL HAVE INDUSTRY LEADERS FROM ALL FIELDS. THIS IS NOT RESTRICTED TO STUDENTS SOLELY IN THE FINE ARTS + HUMANITIES & SCIENCES PROGRAMS. ALL STUDENTS AND ALUMNI ARE INVITED TO ATTEND!

STUDENT REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! REGISTER via Eventbrite. Register Here.

Be sure to attend the preparatory event, The Art of the Introduction: Build Your Brand. Grow Your Network on Friday, October 23rd!

Join us on November 18th, 2026 for our Emerging Talent Career Connections networking fair. This special event is designed specifically for current CCA students and alumni from the Fine Arts and the Humanities & Sciences Divisional programs to connect with leading arts professionals, possible employers, and organizations that support CCA’s mission and values. This is your chance to experience in-person networking, speak directly with professionals within your prospective industries, and learn about future career opportunities!

In this two-part networking event, you will have a chance to speak in-depth with arts and humanities leaders in small-group fireside chats and further expand your connections at a following networking mixer.

Fireside Chats: This is your opportunity to speak directly with industry leaders and CCA alumni in an informal setting through small, impactful conversations that feel natural and authentic. Learn about career pathways, industry insights, and gain strategic advice on ways to advance your professional journey from leading arts professionals. Leave knowing how emerging creatives like you can launch a career and grow in your field today!

• Tip: There will be a total of six (6) scheduled, timed 30-minute sessions. Each session is first come, first served. Be sure to plan ahead of time who you wish to speak with so you don't miss your opportunity!

Networking Reception: Build your network before you need it. Cultivate relationships with current CCA students, alumni, and other industry professionals in a setting where 1:1 conversations are casual, questions are welcome, and connections can happen naturally. Expand your network and foster your professional growth as you practice one of the most valuable skills you can learn: how to sell yourself. Your future network starts with one conversation!

Event Schedule

Fireside Chats 12:00 - 3:30 PM | Nave Presentation Space

• Session 1: 12:00 - 12:30 PM
• Session 2: 12:35 - 1:05 PM
• Session 3: 1:10 - 1:40 PM
• Session 4: 1:45 - 2:15 PM
• Session 5: 2:20 - 2:50 PM
• Session 6: 2:55 - 3:25 PM

Networking Reception 3:30 - 5:00 PM | The Nave

Participating Companies & Arts Professionals Include:

Note: See Eventbrite for full a comprehensive list of participants including names, images, bios, title and company affiliations.

• Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco
• Chronicle Books
• Asian Art Museum
• Fog Design + Art
• KQED
• SF Film
• Black on Both Sides
• Paola de la Calle
• Markus Kager
• Sarah Hotchkiss
• Oth Khotsimeuang
• Sasinun Kladpetch
• VIZ Media
• Living Histories Expansion Project
• Mystery Meat Media
• HOOD Design Studio
• Root Division

Continue to check here for further details, including updates on industry participant bios and professional affiliations.

Tip: Research all participants below or on Eventbrite and see which participants match with your interests and practice!

Questions?

If you have any questions, contact our Professional Engagement and External Partnerships Office at [email protected] or the Associate Director of Professional Development, Kris McGhee, at [email protected].