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CCLL Chapter Details

Information and materials on establishing a Creative Careers Leadership Lab (CCLL) Student Chapter can be found here. Additionally, you can find comprehensive details in the CCLL Membership Manual, which is available for access here.

OTIS College of Design Update On The Creative Economy (2026)

Read the most recent report on the creative economy in California here.

Membership Dues

The membership fee structure for the Creative Careers Leadership Lab (CCLL) is designed to ensure that we can provide the necessary resources and support to foster excellence within our organization, and for participating schools and chapters. The membership fee structure for the introductory academic year of 2026-2027 is $250 per school or per educational pathway, with minor changes anticipated in the 2027-2028 school year. The deadline for membership payments is October 1st of each academic year. Membership provides access to creative programming, leadership opportunities, competitive events, interactive and immersive conferences, entry into annual regional and statewide GRID events, recognition for creative and personal accomplishments, and other resources offered by CCLL.

We strongly believe in investing in students as they are crucial to the success of CCLL and as such, the cost of school affiliation is determined to be as accessible as possible. This ensures that schools of varying sizes can participate in CCLL. Eligibility for school affiliation extends to student groups ranging from 25 to 1,250 members. Our goal is to keep membership accessible, transparent, and valuable to students across California. Financial assistance and sponsored membership opportunities may be available for schools or students with demonstrated need. If you would like to inquire about assistance with CCLL membership or resources available, please contact us here.

It is important to note that the total cost of student affiliation is calculated using the formula: student fee + educational resources + school affiliation fee. By incorporating these components, we aim to provide a comprehensive set of resources to our members. We are excited to offer these valuable resources and are eager to collaborate with you in creating a brighter future for AME (Arts, Media, and Entertainment) students.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Chapter advisors are individuals who provide guidance, mentorship, and support to student chapters within the organization. They can be teachers, professionals, or community members with expertise related to the CTSO (Career and Technical Student Organizations) area of focus.

  • Chapter advisors can be selected through self-nomination, recommendations from current advisors or chapter members, or an application process where interested individuals submit their qualifications and reasons for wanting to become advisors.

  • Chapter advisors' roles include providing guidance and mentorship to chapter officers and members, assisting in activity planning, ensuring compliance with organizational and school policies, managing resources, and acting as liaisons between the chapters and the school/community. Advisors can also assist in planning events, providing logistical support, and exploring partnerships with external organizations to enhance chapter activities.

  • Teachers can clearly define advisors' roles by outlining their expected contributions in guiding students, planning activities, ensuring compliance, managing resources, and facilitating communication.

  • Chapter advisors play a critical role in helping students navigate their CTSO experience, offering valuable insights, and facilitating various chapter activities, ultimately contributing to the success of the organization.