From general ideas of jobs you’d like to apply for to specific opportunities.
From ‘I’d like to work in Marketing’ to ‘I’d like to work in Marketing for a game company'.
You: Because the decisions you make in the first year or two of your working life can influence the rest of your career. It’s a high-pressure time, and there’s a lot to learn quickly. You want to cut through the clutter and easily get what you need to know.
Us: Because we see so many students graduate with impressive resumes/GPAs/ accomplishments who are still unable to identify the right career path, or even where to look or how to find that key first job. We know that within a short amount of time talking with us, you will learn invaluable skills to help you now and all along your career path.
Having someone ask the important questions is what leads to better decisions. Alyssa encouraged me to dream big, while keeping everything in perspective and helping me stay grounded.
SashaWhile I knew I had a passion for languages and marketing, I was a bit lost. Alyssa was quick to figure out not only what types of careers I would excel at, but also introduced me to potential career options that I didn't think were possible.
FlanneryNot only was she able to successfully get my resume in the right hands and land me an interview, she also helped better prepare me for the interview.
KayceeAlyssa asked me challenging questions to illuminate what I was really looking for in a career. She helped me narrow my search to specific companies and positions rather than sending out mass applications.
MattI was aimlessly applying to entertainment jobs and called Alyssa for guidance. The level of care, patience, and understanding she provides is unprecedented. Alyssa helped me land informational interviews and ultimately my dream job at a major entertainment studio. She believed in me more than I believed in myself, and for that – I’m forever grateful.
JasmineGraduating without any job offers, let alone any interviews lined up, was discouraging. I constantly asked myself what I was doing wrong. This perspective changed when I met Alyssa. With her help, I was able to understand the value I am able to bring to prestigious companies. What makes Alyssa special is how passionate she is about helping people with this process.
CarlosAlyssa helped me evaluate and selectively choose which opportunities to pursue and which to pass on. Thanks to Alyssa, I ended up with an amazing internship!
AniaThe advice Alyssa shared with me has been a constant reminder to not wait for things to fall in my lap, but to reach out and be confident.
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The scope of Alyssa's expertise includes business development, company operations, sales, brand building, and the creation and implementation of global marketing programs for consumer entertainment and interactive programming. She joined Hitbox as General Manager in 2015 and is driving esports, community, marketing and VR efforts for this live-streaming platform. She currently serves on the Board of Directors of Atari, S.A.
Highlights of Alyssa’s career include negotiating national sports league agreements, re-launching the Atari brand, and developing international distribution markets for Sony PlayStation. At Sony, she was a member of the senior management team launching PlayStation across Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Eastern Europe and the Middle East. As Senior Vice President, Alyssa played a significant role in the integration of both GT Interactive and Hasbro Interactive. It was during this time when she managed the re-branding and re-launch of the Atari brand.
A University of Southern California Cinema graduate, Alyssa is a mentor on behalf of the USC Marshall School of Business.
Everyone has a unique set of skills and passions. We help you uncover yours so you can focus your job search in the right areas. We help you set yourself apart from the competition.