AES San Francisco 2008
Student / Career Event Details
Thursday, October 2, 9:00 am — 10:15 amSDA Meeting – 1
Co-moderators:
Jose Leonardo Pupo, Chair
Teri Grossheim, Vice Chair
Abstract:
This opening meeting of the Student Delegate Assembly will introduce new events and election proceedings, announce candidates for the coming year’s election for the North/Latin America Regions, announce the finalists in the recording competition categories, hand out the judges’ sheets to the nonfinalists, and announce any upcoming events of the convention. Students and student sections will be given the opportunity to introduce themselves and their past/upcoming activities. In addition, candidates for the SDA election will be invited to the stage to give a brief speech outlining their platform.
All students and educators are invited and encouraged to participate in this meeting. Also at this time there will be the opportunity to sign up for the mentoring sessions, a popular activity with limited space for participation.
Thursday, October 2, 2:30 pm — 4:30 pm
One on One Mentoring Session—Part 1
Abstract:
Students are invited to sign-up for an individual meeting with a distinguished mentor from the audio industry. The opportunity to sign up will be given at the end of the opening SDA meeting. Any remaining open spots will be posted in the student area. All students are encouraged to participate in this exciting and rewarding opportunity for individual discussion with industry mentors.
Thursday, October 2, 4:00 pm — 5:00 pm
Listening Session
Abstract:
Students are encouraged to bring in their projects to a non competitive listening sessions for feedback and comments form Dave Greenspan, a panel, and audience. Students will be able to sign up at the first SDA meeting for time slots. Students who are finalists in the Recording competition are excluded from this event to allow others who were not finalists the opportunity for feedback.
Friday, October 3, 9:00 am — 11:00 am
One on One Mentoring Session—Part 2
Abstract:
Students are invited to sign-up for an individual meeting with a distinguished mentor from the audio industry. The opportunity to sign up will be given at the end of the opening SDA meeting. Any remaining open spots will be posted in the student area. All students are encouraged to participate in this exciting and rewarding opportunity for individual discussion with industry mentors.
Friday, October 3, 10:00 am — 12:00 pm
Education Fair
Abstract:
Institutions offering studies in audio (from short courses to graduate degrees) will be represented in a “table top” session. Information on each school’s respective programs will be made available through displays and academic guidance. There is no charge for schools/institutions to participate. Admission is free and open to all convention attendees.
Click here to reserve a table at this event.
Friday, October 3, 2:00 pm — 4:45 pm
Recording Competition - Surround
Abstract:
The Student Recording Competition is a highlight at each convention. A distinguished panel of judges participates in critiquing finalists of each category in an interactive presentation and discussion. Student members can submit stereo and surround recordings in the categories classical, jazz, folk/world music, and pop/rock. Meritorious awards will be presented at the closing Student Delegate Assembly Meeting on Sunday.
Friday, October 3, 2:30 pm — 4:30 pm
Resume Review
Moderator:
John Strawn
Panelists:
Mark Dolson, Audience
Greg Duckett, Rane
Michael Poimboeuf, DigiDesign
Richard Wear, Interfacio
Abstract:
This session is aimed at job candidates in electrical engineering and computer science who want a private, no-cost, no-obligation confidential review of their resume. You can expect feedback such as: what is missing from the resume; what you should omit from the resume; how to strengthen your explanation of your talents and skills. Recent graduates, juniors, seniors, and graduate students who are now seeking, or will soon be seeking, a full-time employment position in the audio and music industries in hardware or software engineering will especially benefit from participating, but others with more industry experience are also invited. You will meet one-on-one with someone from a company in the audio and music industries with experience in hiring for R&D positions. Bring a paper copy of your resume and be prepared to take notes.
Friday, October 3, 7:00 pm — 8:00 pm
Student Dinner
Abstract:
To welcome students to San Francisco, a dinner has been organized for the evening on Friday, October 3rd at 7pm. The dinner will take place at Chevy's, located in close proximity to the Moscone Center (201 3rd Street, San Francisco, CA 94103). At the dinner, there will be audio colleagues from all over the world. Of course, everybody is welcome to this event.
Cost is $16 per person. Tickets are sold at SDA-1. Dinner is buffet style and includes beef/chicken/veggie enchiladas, tacos, rice/beans, salad.
Saturday, October 4, 9:00 am — 11:00 am
Career/Job Fair
Abstract:
The Career/Job Fair will feature several companies from the exhibit floor. All attendees of the convention, students and professionals alike, are welcome to come visit with representatives from the companies and find out more about job and internship opportunities in the audio industry. Bring your resume!
Click here to reserve a table at this event.
Saturday, October 4, 10:00 am — 11:00 am
Listening Session
Abstract:
Students are encouraged to bring in their projects to a non-competitive listening session for feedback and comments from Dave Greenspan, a panel, and audience. Students will be able to sign up at the first SDA meeting for time slots. Students who are finalists in the Recording competition are excluded from this event to allow others who were not finalists the opportunity for feedback.
Saturday, October 4, 11:00 am — 1:00 pm
Education Forum Panel
Moderator:
Jason Corey, University of Michigan
Panelists:
Steven Bellamy, Humber College
S. Benjamin Kanters, Columbia College Chicago
John Krivit, New England Institute of Art
Abstract:
Education and the Evolution of the Professional Audio Industry
Educators will discuss the changing landscape of professional audio
technology and industry and the effects on course and curriculum
design. Panelists will discuss questions such as: What aspects of
audio education need to change to meet new demands in the
professional audio industry? How do we best prepare students for
professional audio work now and in the future? What aspects of audio
education need to remain the same? Audience questions and comments
will be encouraged to form an open discussion among all who attend.
Saturday, October 4, 1:00 pm — 2:30 pm
Career Workshop
Co-moderators:
Gary Gottlieb
Keith Hatschek
Abstract:
This interactive workshop has been programmed based on student member input. Topics and questions were submitted by various student sections, polling students for the most in-demand topics. The final chosen topics are focused on education and career development within the audio industry and a panel selected to best address the chosen topics. An online discussion based on this talk will continue on the forums at aes-sda.org, the official student website of the AES.
Saturday, October 4, 2:30 pm — 6:30 pm
Recording Competition - Stereo
Abstract:
The Student Recording Competition is a highlight at each convention. A distinguished panel of judges participates in critiquing finalists of each category in an interactive presentation and discussion. Student members can submit stereo and surround recordings in the categories classical, jazz, folk/world music, and pop/rock. Meritorious awards will be presented at the closing Student Delegate Assembly Meeting on Sunday.
Sunday, October 5, 9:00 am — 10:30 am
Design Competition
Abstract:
The design competition is a competition for audio projects developed by students at any university or recording school challenging students with an opportunity to showcase their technical skills. This is not for recording projects or theoretical papers, but rather design concepts and prototypes. Designs will be judged by a panel of industry experts in design and manufacturing. Multiple prizes will be awarded.
Sunday, October 5, 11:30 am — 1:00 pm
SDA Meeting - 2
Abstract:
The closing meeting of the SDA will host the election of a new vice chair. Votes will be cast by a designated representative from each recognized AES student section or academic institution in the North/Latin America Regions present at the meeting. Judges’ comments and awards will be presented for the Recording and Design Competitions. Plans for future student activities at local, regional, and international levels will be summarized and discussed among those present at the meeting.
For further information on these events please check the AES Students website.