AMPAS Kicks Off Seventh Year of Gold Rising Career Development Program – Film News in Brief
variety.comAcademy Gold Rising career development program. Gold Rising teams up with several studios and organizations to aid students and young professionals from underrepresented communities develop their careers in the film industry.
This year’s slate includes 90 students and 21 film and entertainment companies. The eight-week program kicked off on Wednesday with a two-day orientation process, consisting of a presentation on the Academy Film Archive and tours of the Margaret Herrick Library and Academy Museum of Motion Pictures.
The Gold Rising program will commence with a graduation ceremony on August 10. After completion of the program, participants will be matched up with an Academy member for an eight-month mentorship experience. “We are incredibly honored to host a new group of emerging filmmakers who will undoubtedly bring their passion, stories and insights to the program each day,” said Academy governor and education and outreach committee chair Wynn P.
Thomas. “These young talents make our future brighter, and we can’t wait to help them grow as they explore their opportunities in the film industry.” Participants will be able to hear from panelists and speakers on a vast range of film topics throughout the duration of the program.
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