MOSAIC EDUCATION – CAREER PATHWAYS
We’re changing the narrative through the power of storytelling.
Stories may be the best way to prepare young minds for the future. From hands-on learning opportunities to workforce development, Mosaic Education gives students new ways to engage, innovate, and make an impact in an increasingly digital world—all through the power of storytelling.
Education is part of everything we do at the Mosaic Film Experience.
Our goal is to inspire students by creating spaces to experience storytelling through creativity and technology.
Discovery & Exploration
Middle School, Grades 6th - 8th
Discovering Digital Storytelling
Students are introduced to digital storytelling, focusing on media literacy, creating digital narratives, and basic content creation skills.
Exploring Digital Storytelling
Students delve deeper into digital storytelling, exploring emerging/creative career pathways with hands-on learning opportunities.
Career Preparedness &
Community Engagement
High School, Grades 9th - 12th
Summer Digital Media Project
Offers a paid immersive experience enabling students to collaboratively design and initiate an integrated digital media project.
Youth Apprenticeship
An innovative career development initiative. Working with community partners and area employers to create unique opportunities for career exploration.
Mosaic Alumni
Alumni are given opportunities to return as mentors, Mosaic Education teaching artists, and contract workers. Taking what they’ve learned and putting it into action.
Why Mosaic Education - Career Pathways?
Mentorship and Diversity in the Arts:
The Case for 9B Collective
Phillip Boutte Jr.'s journey from a solo artist to a pioneering force in the creative industry includes work on blockbusters like Black Panther, Inception, and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. As the co-founder of 9B Collective, the first Black-owned concept art studio focused on BIPOC artists, Phillip emphasizes the power of mentorship and the importance of creating spaces where underrepresented voices can thrive. His commitment to fostering diversity and unity in the arts seeks to inspire future generations by offering them opportunities and pathways to creative careers. Through programs like these, students can discover their own potential, just as Phillip did, and be inspired to make a lasting impact in their communities.
Art, Finance, and Tech:
The Business of Film
Elizabeth Polk's professional experience spans from film finance and distribution to a decade-long tenure at Netflix, where she served as Vice President and Head of Business & Legal Affairs for the Independent Film and Documentary Film divisions. Now an entertainment lawyer handling high-profile talent, Elizabeth’s experience across various facets of the entertainment industry, including her time at Netflix, where she navigated the intersection of technology and media, highlights the importance of curiosity and adaptability in a rapidly changing landscape. Her emphasis on understanding the objectives of different business models and fostering a mindset of curiosity and imagination prepares students to navigate the dynamic and evolving world of media and entertainment, just as Elizabeth has done throughout her impressive career.
The Power of Storytelling in Career Development
Lohanne Cook's career began with curating conversations as an intern and has since evolved into managing public engagement at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. With a background in producing engaging and educational programs for prestigious organizations like the American Cinema Editors (ACE), the Newport Beach Film Festival, and the San Francisco International Film Festival (SFFILM), Lohanne is dedicated to illuminating the often-overlooked careers in the film industry. At the Academy Museum, she showcases the diverse roles and craftsmanship involved in filmmaking, emphasizing the importance of understanding the full scope of careers beyond the more visible ones like directors and actors. She emphasizes being open to new ideas, keeping up with technological advancements, and exploring creative storytelling.
Discovering Digital Storytelling
Cass Taylor is a principal brand strategist with a career that includes leading visual experience strategies as a Creative Producer at Adobe, managing sports marketing with high-profile teams like the WNBA's Los Angeles Sparks and the National Women's Soccer League's Angel City, and overseeing creative processes for major clients like Coca-Cola, Nike, and T-Mobile. He underscores the importance of discipline in storytelling, especially in a world where technology makes content creation more accessible than ever. By encouraging students to embrace the discipline behind their creativity and to be intentional in their storytelling, Cass inspires the next generation to stand out in an increasingly crowded digital landscape, just as he has done throughout his multifaceted career.