Mohawk Talks with Alumni in Creative Industries
Learn about the career journeys of fellow graduates in the Mohawk Talks with Alumni video series and Alumni Spotlight Stories. Plus, check out employers looking to hire Mohawk graduates today!
Learn from Creative Industries Alumni
Meet Samantha Payne
Journalism - Print & Broadcast, 2009
Samantha Payne is a 2009 graduate of the Journalism - Print and Broadcast program at Mohawk College where she specialized in radio. Since graduating, she has been working with Corus Radio Hamilton for over 10 years in many different positions including producing, on-air announcing and programming.
Moe Sulaiman: Making connections in the music industry
Industry: Media and Entertainment
For some, making music is a hobby but for Mohawk alumni, Moe Sulaiman '14, music is his life’s passion. As a music producer for his company SLMN Music Inc., Moe has devoted his life to writing and producing music and has worked alongside several artists within the music industry including Mariah Carey, Anders, Bobby Valentino, Roy Wood$ and many more.
Allison Fitzgibbon: Inclusive teaching in an online world
Industry: Media and Entertainment
When Allison Fitzgibbon '20 decided to enroll in Mohawk's Accessible Media Production (AMP) program in September 2019, she certainly didn't feel any of the normal "back to school" jitters. After all, as a faculty member at Sheridan College, going "back to school" was already an everyday occurrence for her.
Mohawk Talks with Local Employers
Explore and connect with employers that hire Mohawk graduates.
St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton
Website: stjoes.ca
Facebook: St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton
LinkedIn: St. Joseph's Page
Twitter: @STJOESHAMILTON
YouTube: SJHH YouTube Page
Corus Entertainment
Website: corusent.com
Facebook: Corus Entertainment
LinkedIn: Corus Entertainment Page
Twitter: @CorusPR
CHCH
Website: chch.com
LinkedIn: CHCH Page
Instagram and Twitter: @chchtv
YouTube: CHCH YouTube Page
Hamilton Bulldogs
Website: hamiltonbulldogs.com
Facebook: Hamilton Bulldogs
LinkedIn: Official Organization Page
Instagram and Twitter: @bulldogsohl
YouTube: Hamilton Bulldogs
Citynews Rogers
Website: toronto.citynews.ca, toronto.citynews.ca/topic/hamilton-2/
Facebook: CityNews Toronto
Instagram and Twitter: @citynewsto
YouTube: CityNews YouTube Page
VR Vision
Website: vrvisiongroup.com
Facebook: Facebook Page
LinkedIn: VR Vision Company Page
Instagram and Twitter: @vrvisionin
YouTube: VR Vision – YouTube Page
Keyframe Digital
Website: keyframe.ca
Facebook: Keyframe Digital Productions Inc.
LinkedIn: Official Organization Page
Instagram and Twitter: @keyframedigital
Career Services Just for You!
Student and Graduate Employment Services
Our team is here to support Mohawk students and alumni get job ready! We offer support in the following areas:
- Resumes
- Cover letters
- Interviews
- Networking
- Job Search
- Consultation
- Career Exploration
Book an appointment with a Career Advisor
- Go to Career Ready
- Log in with your student single sign-on credentials or create an Alumni account
- Select the blue circle at the bottom right corner of the page and follow the prompts for booking an appointment.
Visit our Career Centre site to learn more!
Future Ready Premium Program
Enhance your career-ready skills and learn how to market yourself to employers. Complete all five modules to earn the Future Ready Premium Program Student Micro-Certificate. Alumni have access to the program for one year following graduation.
Employment Preparation Resources
- How to book an appointment with a Career Advisor or a Coach (PDF)
- How to write a strong Cover Letter (PDF)
- The STAR method for answering behavioural interview questions (PDF)
- How to Master your Elevator Pitch (PDF)
- How to Prepare for an Interview – Sample Interview Questions (PDF)
- Resume Template (PDF)
Interested in sharing your career experiences with students?
Contact the alumni [at] mohawkcollege.ca (subject: Alumni%20Guest%20Speaker) (Alumni Office) to learn more about upcoming alumni guest speaker opportunities.
