Priya Singh

Project Manager and Co-Director/Project Coordinator, Women in Concept Art

Valeriia Konstantinova

Junior Concept Artist, Atomhawk Design Ltd, and Co-Director, Women in Concept Art

Emily Bland

Art Assistant, ILM and Founder and Co-Director, Women in Concept Art

What does it mean to build a creative career in today's industry? Drawing from experiences in VFX, games, and Women in Concept Art, this talk explores the realities of breaking into the creative industries, what meaningful mentorship looks like from a junior artist's perspective, how community and networking are evolving, and how studios, leaders, and emerging talent can work together to build stronger creative teams and a healthier industry.