NY Creative Interns - Creative Careers: Life At Startups - Brooklyn, September 17, 2013

    Speaker: Alix Mcalpine, Creative Lead, BuzzFeed 7:00PM LIU Brooklyn, 1 University Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11201 Health Science Building, Room 107

    The corporate ladder is not the only path to success, and in this age of innovation startups are paving new creative routes. Besides the perks of ditching corporate attire and pesky red bureaucratic tape, how is startup life different than a career at a big company? They may not always bring the big bucks, but many startups offer interesting perks, stock options, and diverse opportunities for growth. Smaller teams mean greater visibility and the chance to dip your hands into a variety of areas — they can also mean longer hours, more pressure, and a fast-paced work environment.

    Is startup life for you?

    Hear from a variety of creatives at startups big and small talk about the differences, challenges, and opportunities presented by working at a startup.

    Speakers include:

    Alix Mcalpine, Creative Lead, Buzzfeed

    Jessica Salinas, Acting Editor, Livestream

    Carlos M. Cruz, Product Designer, Makerbot

    Julie Robbs, Photographer, Tattly

    (Moderator) Emily Miethner: Founder, NY Creative Interns (@emilymiethner, @NYCinterns)