named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Forums and Summits
Professional gatherings that connect students and emerging talent with media industry leaders, featuring panels, site visits, and career development programming
Cooper Leibner Fellowship
A fellowship program for communications students that provides experience in marketing, journalism, social media management, and event planning within the media industry
Make It in Media Podcast
A podcast hosted by the Director of Community that expands access to media industry insights and provides hands-on content production experience for fellows
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Digital Communications and Content Management 2 activities
- Produces media-focused educational content and digital resourcesProduces and distributes a range of digital content including the “Make It in Media” podcast, Office Hours videos, job tip videos, and themed video collections on journalism, television, animation, and digital media. Also maintains an archive of event recordings and luncheons for public access.
- Provides ongoing communications and event support through newsletters and social mediaManages social media platforms and produces weekly newsletters to support event promotion, participant engagement, and dissemination of media career resources.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Administers awards recognizing excellence in mass communicationPresents the annual Frank Stanton Award for Excellence in Communication to individuals who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in mass communication.
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Paid Internships in Media & Publishing 1 activity
- Facilitates media industry internships and site-based learning experiencesArranges internship placements and organizes media site visits and career panels to provide college students with hands-on professional development opportunities and direct exposure to media organizations.
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Professional Conference & Symposium Organization 1 activity
- Hosts career development events and summits for students and recent graduates in mediaOrganizes annual and specialized career summits—including the Media Career Summit and Women + Media Career Summit—featuring keynotes, panels, workshops, and networking sessions that connect students and recent graduates to media industry professionals and hiring teams. These events serve over 10,000 participants annually.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$848K
Contributions & grants$471K56%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$11K1%
Other revenue$366K
expenses
Total expenses$965K
Program expenses57%
Admin / overhead24%
Fundraising19%
Salaries & benefits$578K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$976K
Cash$923K
Investments$0
Liabilities$5K
Net assets$971K
Liquid reserves11.5 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -10.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| J MAX ROBINS | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $250K |
board members · 16
- AMILCAR PEREZ — DIRECTOR
- ANTHONY AMBROSIO — DIRECTOR
- DAVID J BARRETT — DIRECTOR
- FOREST EVASHEVSKI — DIRECTOR
- HILARY SMITH — DIRECTOR
- JENNIFER KOESTER — DIRECTOR
- KATHERINE OLIVER — DIRECTOR
- MARC BRODERSON — DIRECTOR
- MARIANNE GAMBELLI — DIRECTOR
- RADHA SUBRAMANYAM — DIRECTOR
- RAESHEM NIJHON — DIRECTOR
- RICHARD SARNOFF — DIRECTOR
- RITA FERRO — DIRECTOR
- SAVALLE SIMS — DIRECTOR
- SHANE PEROS — CHAIRMAN
- TIM SIMS — DIRECTOR
relationships · 83
Who they work with
- A+E Global Media Partner — Benefactor sponsor of the Stanton Award event
- A+E Global Media Partner — Sponsor of the 2025 Women + Media Career Summit.
- A+E Global Media Partner — Sponsor of the Media Career Summit
- AMC Networks Partner — Benefactor sponsor of the Stanton Award event
- Amazon Partner — Benefactor sponsor of the Stanton Award event
- Apple Podcasts Partner — Hosts podcast on Apple Podcasts to increase accessibility and distribution
- BRIC Arts Media Partner — Host venue and partner organization for the Media Career Summit
- BRIC Arts Media Partner — Hosts the 2025 Women + Media Career Summit at BRIC Arts Media in Brooklyn.
- Bloomberg Philanthropies Partner — Partner organization supporting diversity initiatives in media
- Bloomberg Philanthropies Partner — Partner organization supporting the Center’s programs for diverse media talent development.
- CBS Government — Founded by Dr. Frank Stanton, former president of CBS, whose legacy and industry connections inform the Center's mission and programming.
- CBS Partner — Represented by Radha Subramanyam on the Center for Communication's Board of Directors; supported the organization through board-level advocacy and leadership.
- CBS Corporation Partner — Anthony Ambrosio, former Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer at CBS Corporation, serves on the Center’s Board of Directors.
- Comcast NBC Universal Partner — Media conglomerate partner supporting the Center’s mission to diversify the media industry.
- Comcast NBCUniversal Partner — Hilary Smith, Executive Vice President of Corporate Social Responsibility at Comcast NBCUniversal, serves on the Center’s Board of Directors.
- Comcast NBCUniversal Partner — Partner organization supporting diversity initiatives in media
- Disney Partner — Chairman’s Circle sponsor of the Stanton Award event
- Disney Partner — Partner organization enabling the Center to equip diverse leaders in the media industry.
- Disney Partner — Partner organization supporting diversity initiatives in media
- Disney Partner — Sponsor of the 2025 Women + Media Career Summit.
- Disney Partner — Sponsor of the Media Career Summit
- Edelman Partner — Hosted an event or feature titled "An Inside Look at Edelman" to engage members.
- Emma Bowen Foundation Partner — Presented in partnership with the Emma Bowen Foundation at the 2025 Women + Media Career Summit.
- FOX Partner — Champion sponsor of the Stanton Award event
- FOX Partner — Media network partner collaborating with the Center to advance career opportunities in media.
- FOX Partner — Partner organization supporting diversity initiatives in media
- Google Partner — Chairman’s Circle sponsor of the Stanton Award event
- Google Partner — Partner organization supporting diversity initiatives in media
- Google Partner — Partner organization supporting the Center’s mission to develop diverse media leaders.
- Hearst Partner — Champion sponsor of the Stanton Award event
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strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Equitable Representation through Storytellingmethodology: equitable-representation-through-storytellingBy using storytelling and media production as tools, the organization promotes equal representation for underserved communities because narrative control enables marginalized voices to shape public perception and industry norms.
- Mentorship-Driven Career Access Modelmethodology: mentorship-driven career developmentBy leveraging mentorship from honored industry leaders, the organization funds and delivers career education programs that increase access to media careers for students because personal sponsorship and role modeling accelerate professional integration and belonging.
- Professional-Academic Bridge Modelmethodology: professional-academic bridgeBy connecting communication professionals with students and faculty, the organization disseminates knowledge about the societal role of communications because sustained interaction between industry experts and academic communities strengthens educational relevance and real-world impact.
- Talent Pipeline Development through Industry Alignmentmethodology: talent_pipeline_developmentBy aligning talent development programs with media industry hiring needs, the organization builds diverse pipelines of qualified candidates because direct coordination between educators and employers increases workforce readiness and inclusion.