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Presents
“THE 2010 DARE TO DREAM EXPERIENCE ”
A Sports and Entertainment Career Exploration and Motivational Program
Guest Speakers:
- Lou Tilley, Producer/TV Host
- Vince Papale, Former Philadelphia Eagle
and subject of Disney Movie "Invincible"
- Tony Luke Jr., Actor/Author/Restauranteur
- David Raymond, President, Mascots Inc.,
Creator and Original Philly Phanatic
 The Dare to Dream Experience is an informational, motivational one day career exploration program that introduces high school and college students to behind the scene jobs in the sports and entertainment industries. The event is produced by red eye entertainment.
High schools, colleges and universities throughout the Philadelphia region will be invited to participate in the event. Modeled after past events, held at the Liacouras Center on the campus of Temple University, U.S.T.A. in Downingtown, Neumann College, St Joseph's University and Muhammad Ali Center, the Experience will give students an opportunity to meet and interact with representatives from sports and entertainment companies, as well as participate in a panel discussion led by industry leaders from sports, television, radio, film music and the performing arts.
The event has been funded in the past through grants provided by the U.S. Department of Education in Washington, D.C. (thanks to the support of Senator Arlen Specter, R-Pa.) and our sponsor, First Keystone Bank, 7-Eleven stores, Comcast, Sovereign Bank, Subway and The Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union.
red eye entertainment, the producers of the Dare to Dream Experience will hold the next event in Philadelphia in the Fall of 2010 (location to be announced shortly.) The Philadelphia event will serve as the pilot for a national launch on college campuses across the U.S. that will begin in 2011. ( See section on targeted future host cities).
 Diane McGraw, creator and producer of the Dare to Dream Experience, previously served as President of the Los Angeles Sports and Entertainment Commission, President of the Orlando Sports Commission, Executive Director of the Philadelphia Sports Congress and Assistant to the President of the Screen Actors Guild & Astoria Motion Picture & TV Center in New York. Her first hand knowledge working behind the scenes in sports and entertainment as well as her commitment to providing education and career opportunities to our youth, led to the development of this important program.
THE PROGRAM
The program for the day will include:
- The Dare to Dream Video - A documentary filmed at a professional sports stadium, arena, performing arts center, film set, radio station and music recording studio gives the students a first- hand look behind the scenes of people in their jobs. Interviewers provide helpful tips and insights on how to break into these fields as well as their personal failure/success stories.
- Dare to Dream Industry Panel and Workshops - The program will include a panel discussion with industry professionals sharing career advice, knowledge and insight with the students, followed by Q&A segment. Workshops will be an added feature for students interested in a more in-depth and interactive experience.
- The Dare to Dream Career Guide - Each student in attendance will receive a manual which includes job descriptions in each industry, salary ranges, educational degree / training required and glossary of terms. The journal will also include tips on how to write a resume, thank you letters and how to prepare for a job interview. There is also a resource listing colleges/university programs in sports administration.
- Entertainment - A lunchtime concert, sponsored by local radio stations and DJ’s provide the students with an additional outlet to feel good about their participation, stimulate their interest and round out the program to make it fun and exciting.
- Dare to Dream Career Expo - After lunch the students are escorted to the trade show floor where they get to have personal interaction with the companies and employers.
- Motivational Program - Motivational speakers will be on hand to present life building and self-esteem skills; anti-drug/alcohol messages; goal setting skills; personal stories of triumph and defeat; and the message that you can achieve whatever you set out to do.
Topics and job opportunities covered in the program will include:
- Sports Management/ Marketing
- Front Office Management and Professional Team Operations
- Facility Operations
- TV Production
- Radio Broadcasting
- Music Production
- Film Production
- Casting
- Make-up and Wardrobe Design
- Sports Law
- Athlete/ Celebrity Representation
- Set Design, Lighting, Staging
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