Why Join?
Regular, live insights from real VFX employees
Get inspired and see what work-life reality is really like, directly from employees in your chosen industry as they go about their working day
Get support developing a career plan that is grounded in reality
Get expert insights to know how best to focus your energy and develop the skills employers are looking for
Personalised online advice anytime, anywhere
1:1 chat with real professionals to get your burning questions answered, and tap insider hints & tips tailored to your career path
Start building your first professional network
Gain access to people you might not have met otherwise and get your foot in the door to 30+ award-winning VFX, Animation and Games studios.
Help garner a more inclusive and diverse arena for the VFX, Animation & Games industries
We'll connect you with Mentees from all walks of life, aspiring to break into, and progress in, your industry
Mentor students online anytime, anywhere
With no set time or travel commitments, you can interact on your mobile or computer from wherever you like
Get trained on how to help students make informed career decisions
Learn how to utilise your invaluable experience in the workplace to help underserved students get off on the right foot
Enjoy ongoing support and guidance whenever you need it
The Prospela team (and your fellow mentors!) are on hand to personally support you throughout your e-mentoring experience.
Steps to becoming a Mentee
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1Sign up as a Mentee here at ProspelaComplete our 5-min sign-up form, which will help us match you with real employees
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2Complete your online trainingIt takes just 10 min and you'll learn the fundamentals of mentoring, how to build your professional network and make the most your new connections!
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3Get introduced to your E-Mentor!You'll receive your E-Mentor's profile. We'll prep you and help you nail your introduction to get started!
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4Enjoy ongoing support & advice from ProspelaIt's not just your E-Mentor who'll be with you along the way. The Prospela team are on-hand to support you as you progress!
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1Complete the E-Mentor application form here at ProspelaComplete our 5-min sign-up form, which will help us match you with your Mentee(s)
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2Complete your online trainingIt takes just 10 min and will help you better understand your role, how to manage your mentee(s), and the best approach to giving advice & feedback to young people from underserved backgrounds
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3Get introduced to your Mentee(s)!You'll receive your Mentee's profile. We'll prep you and help you introduce yourself
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4Enjoy ongoing support & advice from ProspelaThe Prospela team (and your fellow E-Mentors!) are on-hand to support you as your mentoring relationships progress and whenever you need us!
Hear from the ACCESS:VFX community!
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It's been fantastic adding an extra experienced set of eyes to my MA work. I've been able to ask questions I wouldn't feel comfortable asking in the usual setting when you meet industry professionals.
Tom Student & Aspiring Character Animator, Wales -
It brightens up my day when I see my Prospela messages!
Sophie Aspiring Animator, Portsmouth -
My mentor helped me with post-16 applications, school work, ideas and projects to expand my skills. It's really easy and quick to talk to her and shes really friendly.
Laura Yr 11 Student & Aspiring Illustrator, London
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Prospela is a relaxed, supportive and friendly platform for e-mentoring, where you can find mentoring guidance and bounce ideas
Katie Creature FX Technical Director, Framestore -
My mentees inspire me to challenge my own creative juices. It gives me full creativity which is a nice change from my day-to-day job!
Davi Head of 2D/VFX, Escape Studios/Pearson -
It's a pleasure to observe my mentee's success. Talking on-the-go is nice and easy and professionals of all levels can get involved. You don't have to be the boss to start helping pull others up the ladder!
Mentor ACCESS:VFX
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