🟢 Junior JUMPSTART

Build your foundation before the pressure hits.

If you are a Sophomore, Junior, or Fall Senior who wants to feel ahead — not behind — when internship season and senior year arrive, this is where you start.

Junior Jumpstart is a 6-session, recruiter-informed experience designed to give you clarity, positioning, and momentum.

You are here → 🟢 Jumpstart One journey. Zero panic.

Small Group Experiences — Limited to 16 people navigating into creative industries for Live Feedback & Support

Graduation shouldn't be a deadline you're afraid of. I'm here to help you use the time you have right now to build a bulletproof foundation. Think of me as your industry 'Insider' with a recruiter’s brain guiding you through the 'what' and 'how' of the creative world before the senior year pressure hits

Hi, I’m Sam. As a former Advertising Recruiter and certified coach, I’ve reviewed thousands of candidates. I know that talent is only half the battle. The other half? Strategy. I built this program to give you the insider insights to land your dream role.

Who This Is For

  • Sophomores & Juniors Building your narrative for internships.

  • Fall Seniors: Getting your foundation set now so your Spring search is a sprint, not a struggle.

  • Anyone seeking clarity: If you know you want to be "creative" but don't know the role, we find the fit first.

The JumpStrart Program: 6 Sessions to Build Your Toolkit

We meet for 6 high-impact sessions to audit your work, find your STAR stories, and build your recruiter-ready narrative.

The Community: The Bridge

Once you finish your 6 sessions, you don't lose the momentum. All Jumpstart alumni transition into The Bridge—our year-round mentorship circle. This is where we stay connected for monthly live check-ins, guest industry sessions, and consistent support until you reach the Senior Sprint.

Summer Cohort: June/July (Ideal for Rising Seniors, Sophomores or Juniors who want to build their narrative and get ahead while the school pressure is low

Dates: June 8, 15,22, 29 & July 6, 13th

5pm-6:15pm

2026 Jumpstart Schedule

Fall Cohort: September/October (Ideal for Internship planning and Fall Seniors to get ahead of Spring recruiting)

September 28 & October 5,19, 26, November 2,9

5pm-6:15pm

Reserve Your Spot

Only 16 Seats per Cohort:

🟢 THE JUMPSTART

What we will cover:

Phase 1: The Recruiter Audit - Project You
This is where you learn how hiring actually works. We look at your experiences through a recruiter lens and translate them into strengths, transferable skills, and clear positioning. Then you learn how to articulate what they’ve done using the STAR method, update their résumé and LinkedIn strategically, and begin shaping a cohesive personal narrative.

Phase 2: The Adventure Map - Project Fieldwork
Now that we move outward. This phase focuses on research and targeting, Networking. Students learn how to research companies and roles intentionally, understand the hidden job market, analyze job descriptions like a recruiter, and build a focused target list instead of scrolling endlessly on job boards. This is where clarity turns into direction.

Phase 3: Pathfinding - Project Launch
Finally, we move into execution. Outreach strategy. Informational interviews. Interview preparation. Salary conversations. Managing multiple processes. Structuring time so you don’t burn out through out your senior year.

This phase is about confident action and sustaining your plan and goal

Investment: $599 for the Junior Jumpstart

Save your seat for the Junior Bridge

🟡The Bridge: Your Strategic Safety Net

One Program. Ongoing Support.

Once you complete the JumpStart 6-week curriculum you become eligible to be a member of our alumni-only mentorship circle. You don't need to take the "other" class you already have the playbook.

The Bridge is where we stay in the work together for $50/month, providing the live troubleshooting, guest CD sessions, and community support you need until you land.

The Bridge is the year-round mentorship space where we navigate the "in-between" together. It’s a dedicated circle for students and grads who have the foundation and are now doing the work.

What’s inside the Circle:

  • The Monthly Mentorship Circle: A 60-minute live, group coaching session with Sam to troubleshoot your active search. Whether you’re stuck on a cover letter or prepping for a second-round interview, this is where we solve it in real-time.

  • The "Recruiter Lens" Guest Series: Exclusive access to live Q&As with Creative Directors, Agency Recruiters, and Strategists. You’ll hear what they are looking for right now—not what the textbooks say from three years ago.

  • Active Application Support: Real-time feedback on your outreach. We look at what’s working, what isn’t, and how to pivot your strategy based on market feedback.

  • The Peer Network: A curated community of ambitious creatives at your level. Share leads, trade portfolio feedback, and find your "work-besties" before you even start the job.

  • The "Until You Land" Promise: The search doesn’t always end when a 6-week program does. The Bridge stays active all year (including through the summer) so you have expert support until you sign your offer.

  • Internship Roadmap: Dedicated sessions on how to find, apply for, and—most importantly—maximize your summer internship experiences.

Questions? Let's meet

YOUR 6 SESSION SPRINT CAREER MAP

MINDSET

Project you.

Mindset & Identity

We build your "Personal Creative Brief" and define your "Why You”, so you can stand out in a sea of generic candidates.

Purpose, values, strengths, energy, and story — so you stop second-guessing yourself.

ADVENTURE —

Project fieldwork.

Market Research & Tools

We optimize your Resume and LinkedIn for the recruiter's eye and map out exactly where you belong.

PATHFINDING —

Project launch.

Networking & Entry

We master the art of the interview, build your outreach CRM, and negotiate your first salary.

Save My Seat For The Next Cohort

Looking for a more bespoke experience? If you prefer to move through the MAP framework on your own timeline with 1:1 attention on your specific portfolio and narrative, Private Coaching is available. We can fast-track the foundation and focus exclusively on your unique goals.

[Learn about 1:1 Private Coaching]

Your Questions, Answered

  • Every live session is recorded and uploaded to your portal within 24 hours. You can watch the replay, complete the workbook exercises, and then bring your specific questions to our next live session.

  • No. Not all career paths require one. But if yours does, this is actually the best time to join. Most students wait until their portfolio is "perfect" only to realize their narrative is missing. We audit your work as it is and give you a roadmap for what’s missing, so you aren't wasting time building pieces that won't help you get hired.

  • Yes. We spend significant time on The Adventure Map, which is entirely about research, targeting, and networking strategy. You’ll walk away with a recruiter-ready resume, a clear narrative, and the confidence to reach out to the companies you actually want to work for.

  • Yes. The MAP framework is built on recruiter-informed strategies that apply to Art Directors, Copywriters, Designers, Strategists, film makers, Artists,Account Managers. and more. If you are looking to enter the creative industry, the "Recruiter Lens" we use is universal.

  • You move onto The Bridge. You’ve built your foundation; now you need to keep your momentum. The Bridge provides the monthly live check-ins and guest industry sessions that keep you on track throughout the rest of your academic year for a monthly membership fee.

  • Collaborative, honest, and straightforward. I’m here to guide the process, bring ideas to the table, and keep things moving.

What the grads are saying.

  • Your Career Compass was an excellent tool in organizing my thoughts and vision for my future. Through weekly calls with Sam, I was able to not only get a clear vision of my big career goals- but also got a step closer each time with calculated action. Her guidance kept me focused and accountable, even when I felt overwhelmed. I absolutely feel more confident in navigating my career path!

    Jake ‘25 Syracuse University

  • I was struggling to find any work in my field and my dad helped me find Samantha and I could not be more grateful for how much she has helped me and boost my way into getting work. Her process and how to navigate the film industry and make the connections was incredible and not at all how I was doing it before. Because of her I was able to find a mentor who is helping me get on sets and I just got my union paperwork. If anybody was to need someone to help boost their way into the industry, Samantha has got you

    - Brendan ‘25

    Full Sail University

  • "I just graduated college and knew what my interests and skills, but I didn’t know how to translate that into a particular role or how to get my foot in the door. Coming from a liberal arts education, my college didn’t have a lot of resources in the advertising world, so I struggled to get advice on how to get started. I had been searching for some entry level position for a few months post-grad and was feeling pretty defeated. I was introduced to Sam and I am now happily in a design role at a PR company."

    —Talia, ‘23
    Hamilton College

  • I spent the summer doing coaching with Sam who was thoughtful, empathetic, and helped me understand myself and my values better. She truly has a talent for coaching and created a safe space for me to work through so many things I was struggling with. I’ll be forever greatful for the experience – Thank you Sam!

    Tori ‘27

    Brown University

  • Working with Sam has been an incredible experience throughout my job search journey! Her support, advice, and genuine interest in my career aspirations made all the difference. Sam's ability to understand my strengths and match them with the right opportunities was invaluable. They not only provided guidance every step of the way but also instilled confidence in me during the process.

    Bella ‘24

    Sarah Lawrence

  • “Sam tactfully identified areas of improvement to help optimize my job search and increase visibility. I was told I was not alone in feeling overwhelmed by the transition from education to work.” —Jillian, ‘21
    Ithaca College

  • “Sam's deep, industry-specific knowledge is invaluable — they help put you at ease.

    —Ava, ‘23
    Columbia University

  • Sam is thoughtful, knowledgeable, and kind. Her expertise is beyond helpful in navigating the world of creative careers (and even that sounds like an understatement!) Anybody would be lucky to learn from her and acquire skills that are valuable not just for recent grads but for life.

    Emily Powers ‘24

    Parsons

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