Storyteller In-Depth

In today's episode, we have Jackie Clarke, a 2016 Public Relations - Corporate Communications program graduate and the founder of The Well Connected, an award-winning sponsorship, event, and gifting agency.

Jackie shares insights into her journey of starting her agency, what her day-to-day looks like, and how she works with her clients to enhance their brand through event activations, sponsorships, and more.

If you're considering starting your own agency like Jackie or are interested in exploring creative communications, this episode is for you!

Ever wondered what it takes to start a game studio from scratch? In this episode, we sit down with two members of the Digital Firewood team to talk about game development, building a studio from the ground up, and turning passion into a playable reality.

In this episode, we take you behind the scenes of the short film DOSA, which has not only premiered at numerous festivals but also has its roots in Centennial's Script to Screen program. Some members of the team who helped create the film join us in this episode to discuss the journey and the work that went into getting it premiered at festivals.

From classmates to creative entrepreneurs, three members of the ruudi productions team join us to share their journey after graduating from our Broadcasting - Film, Television, Digital Media and Radio program. Whether you're interested in starting your own company or want to learn more about the process of taking on production projects, this episode is for you!

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of comedy with Isabel Zaw-Tun! Isabel began her journey in Fine Arts as a graduate of Centennial College's program and has since developed an impressive career as a comedian. 

Isabel discusses the connection between fine arts and comedy, provides insight into the creation of her stand-up comedy album, and shares valuable advice for aspiring comedians. Plus, she recounts some memorable moments from her career that you won't want to miss.

In this episode, we're diving into something very exciting: a first look at Centennial's brand-new program, Storytelling with Data. Get an inside scoop on a first-of-its-kind Graduate Certificate program designed to equip students with an incredible toolkit of skills tailored for today's data-filled world. 

Whether you're considering enrolling, already signed up, curious about how storytelling and data intersect or just want to hear what this new program is all about, Kelly McConvey, the program's creator and coordinator, will take you through what to expect.

Learn more about this program at: https://www.centennialcollege.ca/programs-courses/full-time/storytelling-with-data 

We have transformed today's episode into an exciting, informative, advice-filled virtual roundtable discussion on Centennial's Bachelor of Public Relations Management Honours program. Whether you are considering enrolling or are a current student or recent grad ready to take on the public relations industry, this episode is for you!

Our panelists include: 

Mark Shapland is an Associate Manager and Climate Lens Facilitator at the Independent Production Fund and recently joined Green Frame, a coalition committed to reducing this industry’s environmental impact. 

In this episode, Mark covers various aspects of sustainability in the film and television industry, as well as some solutions productions can take to help lower their environmental impact. 

As a 2018 Film and Television—Business program graduate, he also highlights his experience in our program at Centennial College and offers advice for those who want to follow a similar career path. 

Maria Bui, a graduate of Centennial College's Children's Media program, is this year's recipient of the Steven DeNure Children's Content Internship Scholarship, an exciting opportunity that has involved her interning at Lopii Productions. In this episode, Maria will share how this opportunity came about, what it has been like interning and now working at Lopii Productions, what she thinks are some of the most important skills for someone to have when entering the production side of the children's media industry, and so much more.