The Creative School Network
An initiative designed to help you expand your network, connect with industry experts, and shape your future.
Networking Opportunities
Build Your Professional Circle
Networking events are a great way to meet people, exchange ideas, and open doors to future opportunities. Stay tuned—our upcoming event schedule will feature exciting ways for you to connect with industry experts, gain insights into emerging trends, and explore potential collaborations or career paths.
Discover Opportunities:
Whether it’s internships, jobs, or partnerships, networking events often lead to exciting possibilities.
Expand Your Network
Build meaningful connections with professionals and peers in your field.
Stay Ahead:
Gain valuable insights into industry trends and what’s next in the creative industries.
Events will focus on key themes relevant to creative fields, such as storytelling, public relations, and creative problem-solving.
Sessions will include guest speakers, panel discussions, and breakout networking opportunities.
These events are open to all students at The Creative School who are looking to expand their professional network and learn from industry leaders.
Group Mentorship Opportunities
Collaborate, Learn, Grow
Our Group Mentorship sessions are designed to help students connect with industry professionals, gain valuable insights, and collaborate in an interactive setting. These sessions foster creativity, learning, and career growth.
Collaborative Learning:
Gain diverse perspectives on challenges in your field through engaging discussions.
Peer Connections:
Work alongside fellow students to solve problems, exchange ideas, and build your professional circle.
Industry Expertise:
Learn from multiple mentors, offering varied viewpoints and career insights.
Group Mentorship sessions will focus on themes such as:
- Live Event Planning
- Public Relations
- Project Management
- Design Thinking
...and more!
These interactive sessions will help you build professional relationships, gain industry insights, and refine key skills in a collaborative setting.
This opportunity is ideal for students at The Creative School who enjoy collaborative settings and are eager to learn from both mentors and peers. Whether you're just starting your studies or preparing to enter the workforce, group mentorship offers a unique opportunity to gain practical skills, broaden your knowledge, and build meaningful connections.
Registration Required
Space is limited, so once the event is posted be sure to secure your spot early!
Upcoming Events:
Public Relations in the Creative Industries: Group Mentorship Session
Wednesday, March 5th | 4:00 - 6:00pm | The Creative Enterprise Hub, 110 Bond Street
Want to break into the world of Public Relations? This is your chance!
Join us for the Creative School Network’s next monthly Group Mentorship session. This career propelling opportunity gives you the chance to:
- Connect with top PR professionals from leading agencies like @penelopepublicrelations (external link) and @zerotrillion (external link)
- Learn directly from industry leaders about what it takes to succeed in brand reputation management, media campaigns, crisis communications, and stakeholder relations
- Access exclusive networking opportunities with professionals and peers
*NOTE: Registration for this event is currently full. If you would like to join the waitlist, please email cira.nickel@torontomu.ca (opens in new window) *
One-on-One Mentorship
Ready to expand your network and set the foundation for your creative career? You’re in the right place!
Mentors in this program include senior executives from Corporate Communications, Media, Design, and more, offering you a diverse range of industry expertise.
This bespoke mentorship program is designed to provide you with the connections, skills, and insights needed to successfully transition into your career after graduation. Through this program, you’ll:
- Connect with industry professionals for valuable insights into career paths within the creative industries.
- Enhance key skills such as storytelling, design thinking, project management, content creation, and more.
- Foster meaningful relationships with industry experts, creating a supportive network for future success.
The program runs for six months, from February 2025 to July 31, 2025.
Accepted students will be matched with mentors based on career goals and interests.
Regular virtual meetings (Zoom/Google Meet) with structured support from The Creative School Network team.
Open to students from The Creative School (undergraduate students in their 3rd year or higher, and graduate students)
Early-year students with mentorship experience may apply and will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Students without prior experience are encouraged to participate in Group Mentorship sessions before applying.
Submit the application form with detailed responses about your career goals and interests. This is a competitive program with limited spots in the first cohort to ensure a high-quality experience.
Important Dates
- Applications Open: January 16, 2025
- Applications Close: January 30, 2025
- Applicant Screening: February 3-7, 2025 (for selected candidates)
- Notice of Acceptance: Week of February 10-14, 2025
Program Duration: February 24, 2025 – July 31, 2025
*NOTE: Applications for one-on-one mentoring are currently closed, but stay tuned and connect with us on Instagram (external link, opens in new window) for more updates!
Have any questions? Feel free to reach out to us at creative.enterprise@torontomu.ca