ArtBound Initiative - Creative Internships in New York

When I first joined the Artbound Initiative Program, I thought it was too good to be true. Frankly, I thought it was a scam designed to take advantage of young creative professionals who've been discouraged by a job market and political climate that's gradually erasing the value of their passions. I couldn't have been more wrong. The program had everything a young creative needs to get a jumpstart on their career---career guidance, resume & portfolio assistance, frequent communication with advisors and mentors, and most importantly, connections with other interns. They even went the extra mile of helping me find housing and learning the area when I eventually moved to New York for my internship, and the experience I gained there help me take advantage of other opportunities that have come my way. So many doors have opened and I'm glad to have been part of this experience. I hope others can be helped by the Initiative, so long as it remains affordable for them.

I had the opportunity to intern with a Magazine in NYC through the ABI programme. It has always been a dream of mine to live and work in New York, however I didn't think I would make it a reality until I discovered ABI. They really helped guide me through the process and produce a portfolio and CV that would be desirable for getting hired and specific for the creative industry. It was really nice to have the support and help, especially as someone relocating and having to do the necessary documentation for this. Finding somewhere to live was also very easy and stress free which I appreciated.

I was placed in New York, in the city of my choice, within my field of film production. Although my first choice was Script Development, I was placed in a Film Production position. At first, I was a bit disappointed because it wasn't what I wanted at first, but after going through the internship, I realized that it gave me ample experience in production for clients in video making, editing, and client scheduling. The videos we filmed were for promotion for the clients, advertising their products or business, and making a story come to life. Not only was this experience valuable for my career, but the people I met during this experience were absolutely amazing, and I know we will become lifelong friends and partners. Truly a great place to be to start your career in your designated field.