Being a student can be overwhelming. There’s a multitude of different societies and/or groups to join, new social circles to navigate, and not to mention a whole lot of, you know, actual learning. One way that students can learn more about their careers, though (while meeting new people), is through student competitions. Historically, competitive learning […]
Read MoreA Day to Challenge & Change | M.AD Monday Newsletter
For International Women’s Day 2021, we featured the stories, issues, and successes of women around the world. The theme of this year’s Women’s Day is #ChooseToChallenge. In the middle of a particularly challenging stretch in the lives of so many of us, it’s a reminder that with massive challenges comes the opportunity for massive change. […]
Read MoreThe Secrets of Creative Collaboration with Oxcart Assembly | M.AD Insighter Series
Insighter | /ˌin • site • er/ noun 1. an outstanding creative professional with tips and tricks to spare. Someone to learn from. “the M.AD Insighter Series is free to attend on Zoom, every Wednesday at 4pm” On March 3, the M.AD Insighter Series hosted Oxcart Assembly. Oxcart represents the future of the creative industry. […]
Read MoreThe Inspiring Shaq-Backed Agency With a M.AD Connection
It’s called Majority, and this won’t be the last you hear about it. This week, NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal helped out M.AD grad Omid Farhang (and now Majority CEO) in founding a new agency dedicated to building a diverse workforce. The promise? Majority will create a talent pool of 75% black, brown, female, and LGBTQ […]
Read MoreThe $500,000 Meme | M.AD Monday Newsletter
There are moments you can spot the beginning of a whole new movement. That first crest of a massive wave. Our main topics today, NFTs and Deep Fakes, are both at major inflection points. And as a creative, you should be aware of what’s going on… The $500,000 GIF Copyright and ownership have always […]
Read More6 Books Every Creative (And Wannabe Creative) Should Read
“Watch your thoughts, they become your words; watch your words, they become your actions; watch your actions, they become your habits; watch your habits, they become your character; watch your character, it becomes your destiny.” ― Lao Tzu So much of who we become boils down to what we read, watch, and (by extension) focus […]
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