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Kidscreen launches mentoring program for animation and kids media students

TORONTO — Kidscreen, the trade publication for kids entertainment professionals, this week announced the launch of the Next Wave Mentoring Program, a three-month initiative to connect post-secondary animation and children’s media students with industry mentors who can help the new graduates launch their careers. A select group of third- and fourth-year students from animation and film programs have been paired up with experienced mentors based on the type of work each student is interested in focusing on after graduation. Each matched pair will have three video calls over the next six weeks to discuss entry-level career planning, identify and develop...