Gate Crashing: How Fandom Paves New Paths in Media Careers
Discover how the internet broke down barriers and paved nontraditional paths to success. Join Gavia Baker-Whitelaw and Elizabeth Minkel as they explore media criticism’s evolution from fandom spaces in our Gate Crashing series. Learn how these creators went from fans to influential voices, reshaping internet culture and policy.
Hot Take:
Who knew that spending countless hours debating the finer points of your favorite TV show could actually launch a career in media criticism? It seems that all those late nights in fandom forums weren’t just procrastination—they were training for the big leagues. Take that, Mom and Dad!
Key Points:
- Traditionally exclusive fields like novel writing and journalism have opened up thanks to the internet.
- The series “Gate Crashing” showcases people who’ve found success through nontraditional paths.
- First episode features Gavia Baker-Whitelaw and Elizabeth Minkel, Rec Center newsletter creators.
- Focus on how fandom spaces can be a breeding ground for media criticism skills.
- The series aims to influence lawmakers with real-life internet success stories.
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