🌐 Highlights from our most recent media event at @pleasetellmebk
what a wonderful time! We were all feeling like social butterflies — tons of new connections and crossovers from within the media industry were made. Witnesses saw folks coming out of their shell to dance, and talking for hours on end late into the (week)night. Even with work looming ahead in the morning, our people were fully in the moment, and we’re proud to have brought them all together. We would love for you to be at our next get together! comment a 🎤 for a special personalized invite. #theproductionnetwork
🎤✨ This Thursday at @pleasetellmebk …
Pull up for a night of joy, and community with your hosts @redisdowntoearth , @_mckenzietm , and @romblay as we dive into the state of working in Black media. 🖤🎬
Expect:
🔊 Unfiltered convos
🎶 Good music
🍷 Drinks and laughs 💫✨
Whether you’re deep in the industry or just media-curious, this night is for YOU. Come connect, be heard, and leave inspired. 💥
Don’t say we didn’t tell you — this one’s gonna be special. RSVP using the link in the bio.
#BlackMediaMatters #PleaseTellMeBK #CreativeCommunity #MediaTalks
🎬 AND WE’RE BACK! 🎬
This time, we’re throwing a mixer exclusively for Black and Brown folks in production!
Join us on Thursday, August 28 for an unforgettable night of connection, laughter, and good vibes. Whether you’re already working in media or dreaming of breaking into the industry, this space is for you.
Expect:
🎶 Music by Romblay
💬 Meaningful conversations
🎉 A community that gets it
Hosted by:
@_mckenzietm@redisdowntoearth@romblay
The Production Network is all about building bridges for folks of color in media. We believe in the power of community, collaboration, and carving out space for each other in this industry.
✨ RSVP using the link in your bio to secure your spot and bring a friend or two! ✨
If you’re a person of color and have worked a corporate job in any capacity, you understand the realities of a racist work environment, especially in media. Not yet in the workforce? Get ready to work twice as hard to receive half as much recognition. Purpose can be your motivation here. #harlem #media #journalism #blackamerica
Last night was incredible! A huge thank you to everyone who came out—we really loved sharing our trials and (sometimes) tribulations through the media industry with you all. By opening up about our unique paths, we found even more connection and inspiration from each of us to empower one another in our perspective lanes. It was a powerful reminder of just how important community is—and we can’t wait to keep growing it together.
Special shoutout to our amazing moderator @theemarywilson and to @alkecafe for hosting us so beautifully.
See you at the next one!
#journalism #media #networking #panel #industry #career #careeradvice #thingstodo #nyc #production #film #freelance #community #mediaprofessionals #journalists
We’re so excited to welcome @theemarywilson as the moderator for our upcoming panel! Mary is an accomplished Editorial Producer at LinkedIn, where she creates powerful content that connects professionals across industries. With a background in news production and storytelling—including her time as a producer at NBC’s TODAY Show—Mary brings sharp insight and thoughtful perspective to every conversation she leads. We can’t wait for you to talk to her @alkecafe !
#journalism #networking #paneldiscussion #media #creatives #careeradvice #professional #thingstodoinnyc #production #linkedin #connecting #community
@redisdowntoearth first internship was unpaid—but the lessons were priceless. He shares how that experience taught him what it really means to hustle and how to build a strong work ethic behind your passions.
Want to hear more about Red’s journey? Join us on April 29 @alkecafe LINK IN BIO. 📸✨🎥
#career #media #journalism #network #careerbuilder #internships #events #mixer #panel #community #production #film
@theproductionnetwork presents:
A Media Networking Panel at Alke Café — April 29 at 7PM
This is your chance to connect, learn, and grow in a space created to amplify Black & Brown voices in media. Whether you’re just starting out or leveling up, this night is for you.
Meet the Panelists:
— McKenzie Marshall, Senior Producer, Oprah Daily
— Shaquille Romblay, Producer, Creative Director, DJ
— Red Young, Host, Podcaster
— Gary, Host, Podcaster
Come through for real stories, powerful connections, and industry gems.
Hosted by The Production Network | Location: Alke Café
#TheProductionNetwork #MediaNetworking #BlackVoicesInMedia #HarlemEvents #HarlemCreatives #AlkeCafe #CreativeNetwork #NYCEvents #ContentCreatorsOfColor #MediaCareers #BlackAndBrownExcellence #RepresentationMatters #NetworkingHarlem #PodcastPanel #CreativeTalks #HarlemCulture #April29 #HarlemPanel #NYCNetworking
Landing your first internship in a city like New York isn’t easy—but @romblay made it happen. Shaquille shared his journey with students at The New School, from building key relationships at NYU to landing an internship at RocNation
yes, with Brooklyn’s finest—Jay-Z.
His story is proof: networking early can open major doors. Want to hear more from Shaquille and other members of The Production Network? Join us on April 29 at @alkcafe . LINK IN BIO 🎥📸✨
#network #networkingevents #nyc #nyu #rocnation #internship #internships #media #professional #rocnation #jayz #career #careergrowth #careeropportunities #journalists #journalism #mediaproduction #nbc
@garytylaa didn’t wait for permission—he created his own path. When traditional doors didn’t open, he built his own. In an industry that doesn’t always recognize potential right away, sometimes you have to bet on yourself first.
The takeaway? You always have the right to carve your own lane. Who says you need an invite to have a seat at the table?
Want to hear how Gary landed his first internship by doing things his way? Join us on April 29 at @alkecafe LINK IN BIO 🎥✨📸
#careergoals #internships #media #professional #journalism #producer #podcast #career #events #nyc #freelancer #independentmedia #careersinmedia #meetnewpeople
Before she was producing for major networks, @_mckenzietm got her start at a hip hop radio station in upstate New York—unpaid.
To make it work, she split her time between the station where she wrote stories, produced audio drops, and hit the streets for interviews and working retail at the mall to cover her bills. Hustle was the only option. 💪🏿
Landing your first anything is tough—and doing it for free? Even tougher. But it taught McKenzie how to juggle, grind, and show up like a pro. Want to hear more stories like this from McKenzie and other creatives in The Production Network? Join us April 29 at @alkecafe . LINK IN BIO 🎥✨
#career #careergoals #network #networking #mediaproduction #internship #internships #event #events #journalism #journalists #producer #news #creativecareer #nyc #careerbuilder #unpaid #hustling #radio
Join us on April 29th at Alke Cafe for a powerful panel discussion on careers in media. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up and make more connections, this event is going to be packed with valuable insights, industry tips, and strategies to help you make your mark. ✨📸
Come ready to connect and network with others who are carving out their own path in media and production. Don’t miss out — we can’t wait to see you there! LINK IN BIO 🎥📸👏🏿
#career #journalism #panel #careergrowth #careerbuilder #careercoach #advice #thingstodo #events #nyc #newyorkcity
