Registration opens:
August 10th, 2026

City of Burbank Media Industry Expo

Career Transitions

Gain practical career advice, hear from professionals who have successfully pivoted careers, and build connections that shape your next opportunity.

Building on the success of the 2024 & 2025 Media Industry Expo & Job Fair, the City of Burbank is excited to announce a new chapter with the launch of a three-part Media Industry Expo Series beginning in Fall 2026. 

Developed in response to feedback from attendees, exhibitors, and industry partners, the new format replaces the previous large-scale annual event with three smaller, specialized Expos held throughout the year. Each Expo will focus on a different area of the media and entertainment industry, allowing for more personalized networking, in-depth discussions, and targeted career development programming. 

The first event in the series will focus on Career Transitions. As the media industry continues to evolve, many professionals are exploring new career paths both within and beyond traditional entertainment roles. The Career Transitions Expo is designed to help attendees navigate that transition by providing practical guidance, valuable insights from those who have done a career pivot in their past, and opportunities to build new professional connections. 

Unlike previous years, attendance will be limited to 225 attendees, creating a more intimate environment that encourages meaningful conversations and stronger professional relationships. 

Attendees can look forward to: 

• Curated Networking Reception featuring industry professionals, employers, and peers in a relaxed setting with light refreshments.  
• Panel Discussion with professionals who have successfully navigated major career transitions and will share practical advice for launching a new career path.  
• Interactive Workshops focused on resume development, interviewing strategies, and translating entertainment industry experience into new career opportunities.  

Participation is free, but advance reservations are required. Attendees must be 18+ or older to participate.

See the latest updates for the Media Industry Expo at www.burbankmediaexpo.com.

When you register, you'll be asked to select one workshop to attend during the Expo. Review the workshop descriptions below before making your selection.

Resume Workshop
Do you have a resume built for the entertainment industry? Not sure how to present your experience to employers in other fields? Join career coaches J Olympia and Marla White to learn practical strategies for translating your entertainment resume into one that stands out in the broader job market.

Interview Workshop
You're ready for your career pivot, and you've landed an interview. But how do you talk about your entertainment background in a way that resonates with employers outside the industry? Career coach Jessica Oviedo will help you identify and communicate your transferable skills so you can interview with confidence.

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