CGT graduate leverages multidisciplinary skillset while working on Hollywood blockbusters

Getting one’s foot in the door in the highly competitive film industry requires the acquisition of skills which are multidisciplinary in nature, gaining experience by working with classmates and student organizations, and networking with industry professionals, says Andrew Kennedy, a Purdue computer graphics technology graduate (BS ’12, MS ’14).

What's next for the Class of 2017: Joshua Nelson

Joshua Nelson

Class of 2017, Fort Wayne, Indiana

Payoff: Presales Engineer for Motorola Solutions in Chicago, IL

Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering technology with minors in supply chain management technology and communication from the Brian Lamb School of Communication

Job duties: Designing and overseeing the implementation of mission-critical communications solutions, including radio coverage design and analysis, and calculating power and networking requirements.

What's next for the Class of 2017: Christian Skinner

Christian Skinner

Class of 2017, Indianapolis, Indiana

Payoff: Signature Construction in Kyle, TX

Education: Bachelor’s degree in building construction management with a certificate in entrepreneurship and innovation

Job duties: I will be working on submittals, contacting subcontractors, and coordinating with suppliers and vendors to ensure construction teams have the materials they need.

What's next for the Class of 2017: Miranda Lung

Miranda Lung

Class of 2017, Lafayette, Indiana

Payoff: Technology Analyst Program with JPMorgan Chase in Chicago, IL

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer and Information Technology and a Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Job duties: The tech analyst program is a two-year program where I’ll receive on-the-job training and be placed into one of JPMC’s many development and engineering teams.

What's next for the Class of 2017: Elizabeth 'Biz' Hartman

Elizabeth 'Biz' Hartman

Class of 2017, Carmel, Indiana

Payoff: Associate engineer for process automation ArcelorMittal in Burns Harbor, IN

Education: Bachelor's degree in electrical and computer engineering technology and computer and information technology.

Job duties: Focus on real-time computer control and monitoring of steel mill processes and engineering duties. Some of these duties include software development; system, sub-system, and production support; and coordinating new technology research and development with other departments.

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