The Presentation:

Career Expansion and Exploration

Join a facilitated discussion to delve into the dynamic career landscape of the arts and explore the numerous ways in which artists can leverage their specialized skill sets. We’re going to explore the big picture and systems thinking, so please come prepared to break things down together!

The Presenter: 

Megan Carpenter (they/them) 

Senior Manager of Government Affairs and Civic Practice at Opera America, which they joined starting in 2021. At Opera America they oversee the LGBTQIA+ Opera Network and the national anti-harassment program, Opera RESPECTS, among other responsibilities. Prior to their position at OPERA America, Megan was part of the company management team at Bard Summerscape Festival and worked as a production assistant for various live events, including the International Emmys. With a strong dedication to the intersection of art, gender, climate justice, and civic engagement, they also hold the position of Organizational Green Captain for OPERA America, collaborating with the Broadway Green Alliance and the Climate Reality Project's New York City Chapter. Additionally, they participated as a member of the steering committee for New York City Council District 22’s 2024 Participatory Budgeting process.

This is a Friday you don’t want to miss! Come with all your burning questions, and feel free to invite any of your friends you may think might be interested!

*If you don’t know where FA311 is, it is located in the old half of the music building. The easiest way to find it is to take the big staircase in front of the Kirkpatrick Auditorium to the second floor as if you were going to our Tuesday masterclass in Wimberly, which is across the hallway from the balcony entrance to Kirkpatrick. Looking at the door to Wimberly, turn to the left and walk up the half-flight of stairs. FA311 is the second classroom on the left side of that little hallway!