Significant Career Lesson From A Managing Director At Qualia Legacy Advisors
Entry-level finance roles often begin as analysts at banks or investment banks, with many transitioning to private equity or hedge funds. Alternatively, the entertainment industry requires a more opportunistic approach, with Aaron suggesting that even mailroom positions at agencies offer valuable experience, emphasizing that "you just get in wherever you can."
Finance, Entry-Level Jobs, Investment Banking, Career Paths, Networking
Advizer Information
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
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aaron meyerson
Managing Director
Qualia legacy Advisors
UC Berkeley
Stanford MBA
Economics
Arts, Entertainment & Media, Finance (Banking, Fintech, Investing)
Finance
None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. Entry-level analyst positions at banks are common starting points for finance careers.
2. Moving to private equity or hedge funds is a possible career progression after gaining experience in banking.
3. In the entertainment industry, even entry-level positions like mailroom jobs can provide valuable experience and networking opportunities, given that jobs are generally hard to get in the business.
Transcript
What entry-level positions in this field might an undergraduate college student consider?
On the finance side, there are entry-level analyst positions. These are pretty well established, and people usually start at banks or investment banks to gain experience.
Many then move on to private equity or the hedge fund world, which can be very lucrative. However, they typically begin their careers on the banking side.
In the entertainment industry, it's different. You take any job you can to get a foot in the door and go from there. Often, the best opportunities are in the mailroom at agencies because you see a lot of action in a short period.
Jobs in this business are generally hard to get, so you just get in wherever you can.