Girl Connected Masterclass featuring Alanté Serene, Associate Producer, NPR Music & Tiny Desk
Tiny Desk & Beyond: Crafting Performances That Resonate
A Girl Connected Masterclass with Alanté Serene Wednesday May 7th | 6:30 PM EST | Live Online
Join us for an exclusive Girl Connected Masterclass as we sit down with Alanté Serene, Associate Producer at NPR Music and Tiny Desk, for a dynamic 90-minute session designed for artists, artist managers, and creative teamslooking to create performances that break through the noise — and maybe even land a spot at the Desk.
Alanté has brought to life some of Tiny Desk’s most unforgettable performances, including Chocolate Droppa (aka Kevin Hart), Yo Gabba Gabba!, Kehlani, and LaRussell. She leads production across photo, video, and social platforms, shaping intimate, culturally resonant experiences that reach millions.
A proud Howard University graduate with a degree in Broadcast Journalism, Alanté is also the creator and host of Melanin MythBusters, a viral digital series that explores Black culture and challenges harmful misconceptions. With over 70,000 followers and millions of views, she’s built a platform rooted in curiosity, clarity, and culture.
In This Masterclass, You'll Learn:
Alantés storytelling ethos: authenticity, culture, and care
What Tiny Desk looks for in artists and performances
How to position your artistry or your artist for editorial visibility
What goes into creating a live moment that feels both intimate and unforgettable
Behind-the-scenes stories and strategies from high-profile sets
How to pitch and prepare for culture-shifting opportunities
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ABOUT OUR MASTERCLASSES
🎓 About Girl Connected Masterclasses
Girl Connected Masterclasses are high-impact learning sessions designed for emerging and established creatives, artists, managers, and industry professionals looking to deepen their knowledge and sharpen their strategy. Each class features candid insights from leaders working across the music and entertainment ecosystem — from A&R and marketing to digital strategy, content creation, live events, and touring.
These are not panels or presentations — they’re real conversations with people who make things happen behind the scenes. Whether you’re trying to get your artist on the radar, grow your brand, or navigate your next career move, Girl Connected Masterclasses are built to give you the tools, context, and clarity you need to move with purpose.
Why attend?
Learn directly from industry professionals working in the field
Access actionable resources, templates, and strategies
Understand how to build long-term value in your work — not just chase trends
Tap into a growing, collaborative network of creative professionals
Get real-time feedback, not just inspiration
ABOUT GIRL CONNECTED | www.beagirlconnected.com
Girl Connected is an organization designed to empower ambitious women professionals, offering a dynamic ecosystem that bridges local and global opportunities. Through an innovative blend of in-person and virtual experiences—ranging from curated industry events to a transformative global mentorship initiative—Girl Connected provides the essential framework for career acceleration, creative growth, and meaningful relationship-building within the music business. We believe in the power of strategic partnerships to drive lasting impact. Our partners collaborate with Girl Connected to foster influential networks, amplify their brand presence, and contribute directly to the advancement of women in entertainment.
Our signature events include industry panels featuring top executives and creatives, curated networking mixers that connect rising talent with industry leaders, and hands-on workshops offering insights into branding, marketing, and business development. Through our global mentorship program, we provide one-on-one guidance from seasoned professionals, equipping women with the tools and strategies to navigate and succeed in the entertainment space.
By partnering with Girl Connected, brands and industry leaders have the opportunity to support the advancement of women in entertainment while expanding their influence and engaging with a highly driven community of future innovators and trailblazers.
ABOUT OUR PARTNER
FACTOR | www.factor.ca
Founded in 1982, FACTOR (the Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings) is a public/private partnership that supports the production of sound recordings by Canadian musicians, in addition to offering programs which help make Canadian recordings accessible to a wider public.
We are dedicated to providing assistance toward the career development of Canadian artists and the competitiveness of the Canadian-owned music sector at home and abroad. Support is provided to Canadian recording artists and songwriters at every stage of their careers, as well as to managers, labels, publishers, and event producers through our various programs. Whether an artist is looking to record some tracks, release a full length sound recording, or showcase and tour at home or abroad, there is a tailored funding program to each activity. FACTOR supports many facets of the infrastructure that must be in place in order for artists and music entrepreneurs to progress into the international arena.