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Don't Work for Free! Navigating Contract Gigs, Rev Share & IP
Wed, Jul 22, 10:45 PMGames is a passion industry with an increasingly more difficult barrier to entry. Over the years, many of us have had the same conversations trying to figure out how to navigate "volunteer" projects, unpaid internships, working for equity or rev share, or even the dreaded...working for exposure. The general rule of thumb is DON'T WORK FOR FREE (for other people), but that doesn't mean you always have to get paid in cash for work to be legit. Sometimes there's real value in taking rev share / equity, or having your credit in a game shipped by a reputable studio. So how do you tell whether you're in an actually good situation or whether you're being taken advantage of? If: * You're signing away your IP rights * You're crippling your ability to take on other work * You'll actually be credited in a title at the end of the day * Successful funding down the road will actually lead to money for YOU To dig into all of this, Harris Peskin of ESG Law has generously offered to run a free workshop. We'll cover these topics, plus best practices, red flags to watch for, and have some templates you can take with you. Bring your questions and your war stories 😬 Come learn how to protect yourself before you sign. **Our speaker:** [Harris Peskin, Partner @ ESG Law](https://www.linkedin.com/in/harris-peskin%F0%9F%94%9C-unreal-fest-a57b84b6/) ESG Law: [https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-law/](https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-law/) (you do not have to be a woman / femme-identifying to attend this workshop)

Women Creatives NYC: Connect, Create & Find Your People
Sat, Aug 8, 4:00 PMJoin a meetup for women creatives in NYC! Connect with like-minded women, share your work, find your people & get inspired. Are you a woman in a creative field in New York City feeling like you're building in isolation? You are not alone, and this meetup was made for you. The Galhood is bringing together women creatives in NYC — designers, photographers, content creators, writers, artists, marketers, filmmakers, social media managers, brand strategists, illustrators, UX designers, creative directors, and every creative woman in between for an open, inspiring, and genuinely fun meetup designed to spark real connections and creative conversations in New York City. Whether you're a freelance creative in NYC, a full-time creative professional, a side-hustling artist, or someone just starting to build their creative career, this women's creative networking event in New York City is exactly where you need to be. This is not a networking event where you hand out business cards and forget each other's names. This is a warm, welcoming, and judgment-free space where women creatives in NYC can show up authentically, share what they're working on, find collaborators, and leave feeling genuinely inspired and connected. **What we'll be talking about:** ✦ The creative industry landscape in NYC right now: what's changing, what's thriving, and where the opportunities are ✦ Freelancing as a creative woman in New York: pricing, clients, contracts, and sustainability ✦ Building a personal brand and creative portfolio that actually gets you noticed ✦ Monetizing your creativity: what's actually working for women creatives right now ✦ Getting your work seen: social media, visibility, and building an engaged audience as a creative ✦ Imposter syndrome in the creative industry — does it ever go away? ✦ Building genuine community as a creative woman in one of the world's most competitive cities This event is perfect for: women creatives NYC, creative networking events NYC, women in design NYC, female photographers NYC, women content creators NYC, freelance women NYC, creative women networking New York, women artists NYC, women in media NYC, female filmmakers NYC, creative community NYC, women entrepreneurs in creative fields, NYC creative meetup, women in marketing NYC, female brand strategists NYC, creative professionals networking NYC, women in advertising NYC, NYC women's networking events, creative side hustle women NYC, women in arts and culture NYC **This event is hosted by The Galhood,** a growing global women's community bringing women together through workshops, events, and meetups covering wellness, career, finance, entrepreneurship, travel, and more. Follow us on Instagram @thegalhood and join our WhatsApp community to stay in the loop on all upcoming events.

Social Coworking Session @ Moxy Chelsea
Mon, Jul 20, 3:00 PM**Productive and Social Coworking Session at Moxy Chelsea 👩🏽💻👨🏻💻👩🏼💻** Work in a focused but social environment with other remote workers. Please buy something from Moxy Chelsea (such as coffee or tea) to support the venue while coworking. ⏰ **Schedule** **11am - 11:30:** Arrival and informal introductions, start your work **11:30am - 1pm:** Focused co-working with social breaks **1pm - 2pm:** Community lunch 🥗🥙🥘 Bring your own or buy food nearby **2pm - 4pm:** Focused co-working with social breaks You can arrive and leave anytime you like - feel free to join only part of the day or arrive early. 🚀 **Join the Whatsapp Community to Stay Updated** → Join our **[Whatsapp community](https://waprotect.com/b4SxaaAB)** to find people when you arrive, ask any questions, stay updated about the meetup or join coworking sessions or socials organized by members on other days. Follow us on **[instagram](https://www.instagram.com/ny_coworking_friends)**. 📍**Location** **[Moxy NYC Chelsea](https://maps.app.goo.gl/bDUcGetotTCaJy527).** It's a beautiful hotel lobby with a cafe downstairs, power outlets, good internet and many tables for everyone to socialize easily. In the lobby we are usually on the second floor near the windows.

Live NYPL-NWU Open Mic (In-person Event)
Sat, Jul 18, 6:00 PMCome to read or listen to others' inspired words. Each writer can read for up to seven minutes. Reading order will be determined on a first-come, first-serve basis. This in-person open mic is held every third Saturday of the month as a collaboration between the National Writers Union ([https://nwu.org](www.nwu.org)/) and the NYPL Ottendorfer Library. If you have any questions about our open mic, send an email to Mercedes Lau at mercedeslau@nypl.org or call/text Alexandria at (203) 947-2497. Much thanks to our co-host, Elissa P. Matthews! Check out her website, especially the About Me which is like no other short biography. https://epmatthews.com/about/ Participants cannot sell their works during the event but can show the book covers during their readings. Content should be for a general audience and readings including language or descriptions inappropriate for children must begin with a warning. Recording of this event is strictly prohibited. The NWU enjoys bringing communities of writers together. Events like this one become conduits for sharing our individual works more widely. However, any invitation from an editor or a publisher that is extended during our gatherings does not have the NWU's endorsement unless specifically stated otherwise. Please always protect your work by doing your own due diligence and tapping into the NWU's resources. Sign up for NWU newsletters or updates with the links below: To receive regular updates about NWU events in New York City: [https://nwu.org/civicrm/?page=CiviCRM&q=civicrm/profile/create&gid=36&reset=1](https://nwu.org/civicrm/?page=CiviCRM&q=civicrm/profile/create&gid=36&reset=1)

Social Coworking Session @ Felix Roasting Co.
Wed, Jul 15, 2:00 PM**Productive and Social Coworking Session at Felix Roasting Co. 👩🏽💻👨🏻💻👩🏼💻** Work in a focused but social environment with other remote workers. Please buy something from Felix Roasting Co. (such as coffee or tea) to support the venue while coworking. ⏰ **Schedule** **9:30 - 10:30:** Arrival and informal introductions, start your work **10:30am - 1pm:** Focused co-working with social breaks **1pm - 2pm:** Community lunch 🥗🥙🥘 Bring your own or buy food at Felix. Felix Roasting Co doesn't allow outside food, we can eat at the park to eat outside food. **2pm - 4pm:** Focused co-working with social breaks You can arrive and leave anytime you like - feel free to join only part of the day or arrive early. 🚀 **Join the Whatsapp Community to Stay Updated** → Join our **[Whatsapp community](https://waprotect.com/b4SxaaAB)** to find people when you arrive, ask any questions, stay updated about the meetup or join coworking sessions or socials organized by members on other days. Follow us on **[instagram](https://www.instagram.com/ny_coworking_friends)**. 📍**Location** **Felix Roasting Company at Hotel Hugo ([525 Greenwich St, New York, NY 10013](https://maps.google.com/maps?vet=10CAAQoqAOahcKEwjAxpqF78iVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQHg..i&rlz=1C5OZZY_enUS1154US1158&pvq=Cg0vZy8xMXNtY2dndnYy&fvr=1&cs=1&um=1&ie=UTF-8&fb=1&gl=us&sa=X&ftid=0x89c25931708e9f93:0x7f1f5d2f2c096665))** It's a beautiful hotel lobby with a cafe, power outlets, good internet and tables for everyone to socialize easily.
New York Resume Review & Career Pivot
Tue, Aug 4, 7:00 PMWelcome to our Resume Review & Career Pivot coffee meetup! Whether you're polishing your resume, exploring a new industry, or preparing for a major career change, this is the perfect space to connect with like-minded professionals. All levels and backgrounds are welcome — no experience in resume reviewing needed, just a willingness to share and learn. We'll gather over coffee and dive into practical resume tips, discuss career pivot strategies, and share insights from our own journeys. Expect light prompts to spark conversation, a few icebreakers to get to know each other, and plenty of time to chat, ask questions, and offer support. Bring your resume if you'd like feedback, or just bring your ideas — we'll help you shape them. - **Cost:** Completely Free! - **Refreshments:** Complimentary snacks and drinks will be provided to keep the conversation flowing. - **What to bring:** Just your resume (optional) and an open mind — we'll provide the rest. Spaces are limited, so please RSVP to secure your spot. We can't wait to meet you and help you take the next step in your career journey!
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