Being in the World: Careers in Entertainment
Monday, May 18, 2026
7:00 – 8:00 PM
Dodd Hall 321
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Curious about how you can go about pursuing a career in entertainment after earning your philosophy degree? Join us for an in-person career panel with UCLA Philosophy alumni who have successful careers in the entertainment industry!
Krystyn Lambert, an acclaimed mentalist and intuitive reader, and Killian Huntley, a VFX Producer, will discuss their careers and answer any questions you might have about pursuing similar paths.
Found out what our alumni are doing now and how they got there. Walk away with real-world advice for how to approach your post-grad career.
Come hungry–there will be pizza! 
Meet the Speakers
Krystyn Lambert, Acclaimed Mentalist and Intuitive Reader
Krystyn Lambert is an acclaimed mentalist and intuitive reader based in Los Angeles. With a reputation as “one of the best mystery entertainers in the world” (Penguin Magic) she has carved a niche between the realms of metaphysics and performance. Krystyn’s journey began at the renowned Magic Castle in Hollywood where she has honed her skills since 2003. She holds a degree in philosophy from UCLA, and teaches three unique courses on magic and philosophy at Pierce College. She also brings her expertise to Genii Magazine, the leading trade publication for magic professionals, as a regular columnist. For over two decades, Krystyn has captivated audiences at esteemed venues such as the MAK Center for Art and Architecture in West Hollywood, Speakeasy Magick in New York, the Chicago Magic Lounge, and Criss Angel’s Las Vegas show and national tours. Further, her prowess has reached broader circles through her lectures on the philosophy of magic for respected institutions including the US State Department, TEDx, the Wende Museum, UCLA Department of Philosophy, OTIS College of Art and Design, and Temple University.
Killian Huntley, VFX Producer, Enable.la
I fell into Philosophy, and I’m glad I did. Being accepted to UCLA was my main goal, so I cross-referenced each major’s accepted rate versus the amount of classes needed at community college to have the best chance at entering. However, what started as a stat, grew to a passion for Philosophy. While at UCLA, I was also a part of the Surf Club and Cheer Team. After college, I worked my way through the entertainment industry in VFX. Notable companies including, Marvel, Universal, and Paramount. Due to the ever changing industry, my focus has shifted to working in environmental hazard testing.
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