Senior Professionals: Navigating Your Career in the Fast-Changing Work Environment of the Industry
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Senior Professionals: Navigating Your Career in the Fast-Changing Work Environment of the Industry
Details
APPLICATION GROUP 3
Applications Open:
2/6/25
THIS CIRCLE IS PERFECT FOR
- Senior Professionals (10+ years of experience or ideally even more, 20+ years or so)
- Professionals seeking a career change or new direction, including those recovering from burnout or new technologies-related job loss
- Individuals returning to work after a break, who need help catching up with industry changes
- Those unsure about the next career step, whether freelancing, full-time, or entrepreneurship
- Professionals looking to adapt to new technologies and workflows in animation, VFX, or CGI
- Job seekers needing support with CVs, portfolios, networking, and understanding recruitment processes
- Individuals seeking to work effectively across generations and improve collaboration in a multi-generational environment
WHAT TO EXPECT
- In this circle, you can expect to receive guidance, through the sharing of my own experiences and insights
- My goal is to encourage and support you as you navigate your career, offering advice, tools, and strategies that have worked for me
- This is more about empowering you to take action and find your own path, with the help of a supportive and collaborative environment
WHAT NOT TO EXPECT
- This circle is more about sharing experiences and providing support, not formal coaching or step-by-step career planning
- Job searching will not be done for you, but valuable guidance will be provided to help you approach it with confidence
- CV, portfolio, and showreel creation is not part of this circle, though feedback and suggestions for improvement will be available
Qualification Criteria
Upper Level (10+ yrs of experience)
Day / Time
Times Per Month:Â TwiceÂ
Day / Time:Â Tuesday 3:00 to 5:00 PM
Timezone: CET
* You must meet the qualification criteria AND be able to attend the posted day/time of the circle (please note the timezone posted)
CIRCLE DESCRIPTION
This circle is for you if any of the following apply to your situation:
- YOU’RE READY TO FIND A NEW PATH, NEW CAREER
– You’re currently employed but are motivated to elevate your career by exploring new goals, fields, or positions, and you need guidance, motivation, empowerment, and useful tools and tips
– You’ve experienced burnout or feel close to it, OR you lost your job due to mass layoffs or technological advancements (e.g., AI, automated workflows, CGI pipelines), but you’re eager to continue contributing with your knowledge and experience and need help in starting a new career path
– You took a career break and are looking to return, but the work environment has shifted significantly, requiring you to catch up and rediscover your way
– You’ve decided to make a change but are unsure about the best path for you—whether it’s freelancing, becoming a full-time employee, or starting your own business. - YOU WANT TO KEEP UP WITH NEW TECHNOLOGIES
– You’ve worked in traditional animation or workflows and are finding it challenging to adapt to or understand the automated workflows and VFX / CGI pipelines commonly used today
– You’re interested in learning new technologies and software but are unsure about which training or software would be most beneficial for your desired role - YOU WANT TO HAVE AN INSIGHT IN OTHER RELATED INDUSTRY ROLES
– You’re interested in pursuing a role in a related industry, such as visual effects or game development, and want to gain insights into these fields
– You want to learn about the requirements, responsibilities, and tasks associated with roles in 2D/3D animation, VFX, or game development - YOU NEED GUIDANCE IN RECRUITMENT, HR TOPICS
– You’re curious about why your job applications aren’t getting responses, despite being a strong candidate, and want to understand the recruitment process
– You want to know how to meet selection criteria and get tips on updating your CV, portfolio, or showreel to increase your chances of success - YOU WANT TO WORK EFFECTIVELY ACROSS GENERATIONS
– You want to understand how different generations approach work and how to collaborate effectively with younger and older colleagues
– You’re interested in learning how to navigate generational differences, improve communication, and create a more harmonious work environment
– You want to explore ways to mentor and be mentored, fostering positive relationships across generational lines. - YOU NEED GUIDANCE ON NETWORKING
– You’re interested in building a professional network but aren’t sure how to get started
– You want to attend professional events but need guidance on which ones would be the best fit
– You want to meet other professionals in similar situations, share experiences, and find solutions together in our mentor circle.
ADDITIONAL Application Requirements
Please submit the following as part of your Application Profile:
*(AFTER you click to apply, you must go into your member profile and complete the member-specific portion; these requirements should be submitted through that profile):Â Â
- ResumeÂ
- A short personal statement with a description of your current situation, the challenges you’re facing, and your goals
Circle Leader
Reka Kaloczy
Reka Kaloczy, originally from Hungary and based in Munich since 2018, began her career over 30 years ago on the creative side in 2D animation. She has worked for decades internationally in various producer and management roles, as well as a recruiter in all genres of animation, VFX, and games. Recently, she founded her consultancy ‘motionkraft,’ focusing on project development and preproduction in these industries. Reka is a mentor for Cartoon Springboard and Women in Animation, an evaluation expert for video games at Creative Europe, founder of professional groups on LinkedIn and Facebook, and is active in industry associations.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Current Title: Creative Producer, Consultant, Mentor
Studio / Employer:Â Independent