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Commit to the Bit: A Comedy Career Chat

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About the Event

Getting an audience to laugh can make you feel on top of the world, but comedy can be one of the toughest genres to write well. In this Career Chat, you’ll have a chance to ask all of your burning questions with a panel that covers comedy from multiple perspectives. Speak with Emily Flake (cartoonist for The New Yorker), Caroline Easom (comedian and YouTuber), Michele Okeyemi (comedian and TikToker), and Lauren Wells (writer for What We Do in the Shadows)!

Date January 20, 2026
Time 4:45 PM – 6:00 PM EST
Event Types Career Chats
Format Virtual
Open to General Public, Members, Mentees, Mentors and Silver/Gold Members (Alumni)
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Ayana Perkins

Speaker

Ayana Danae Perkins is a Community Coordinator in the Curriculum & Events Department at Girls Write Now. She began at…
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Ayana Perkins

Ayana Danae Perkins is a Community Coordinator in the Curriculum & Events Department at Girls Write Now. She began at…

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Career Chats Tuesday, January 20 – 4:45 PM – 6:00 PM EST

Commit to the Bit: A Comedy Career Chat

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