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The Community

'Maker' Producer Intern

June - August 2019 • Miami, FL

What I liked

The caliber of client work I was exposed to was enlightening and serious. A very professional agency that still facilitated fun. Lots of Nutella.

What I wish was different

It was a multicultural agency so I was exposed to more diversity than I would be at most agencies. However, just from an inclusion and social comfort perspective I would've loved to see more people who looked like me. Being an African American male attracts more attention than say being a white American or white-passing Hispanic, like many of the employees. I would have had an easier time building community around likeness- but we don't show up to fit in, or have an easy time.

Advice

Go in with an open mind and open heart. Go in with a mental blank canvas waiting to paint it with new experiences. Leave expectations at the door. Come ready to hustle and even if you're not in a "creative" role find ways to apply whit. Don't be afraid to do more than you're expected to! It'll make it more fun and make you stand out.
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