Honored. Grateful. Full circle. ✨
I recently had the pleasure of joining the Women in Film & Video (WIFV) Media Maker Spotlight for a powerful conversation with Tara Jabbari.
In this episode, we dive into my journey as an award-winning director and producer committed to amplifying marginalized voices through storytelling. We talk candidly about the realities of funding independent films, the power of collaboration, and why strong support networks are essential for women navigating this industry.
What made this moment especially meaningful is that I once had the honor of serving as President of Women in Film & Video in 2003, becoming the first African American woman to lead the organization. To return now as a featured Media Maker Spotlight guest felt deeply personal and profoundly affirming.
WIFV has long been a space for mentorship, advocacy, and creative community. This conversation reflects not only my artistic practice but the collective power of women who continue to shape this field with intention and resilience.
🎙️ Tune in, share, and join the conversation, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplifying-marginalized-voices-with-shell%C3%A9e-haynesworth/id1612657462?i=1000749805878
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In this episode of Media Maker Spotlight, host Tara Jabbari interviews Shellée M. Haynesworth, an award-winning director and producer known for her work in amplifying marginalized voices through storytelling. They discuss Shellée's journey in the film industry and her recent project, 'Camille A. Brown: Giant Steps,' available on PBS. The conversation also touches on the challenges of funding in filmmaking, the importance of collaboration, and the need for support networks for women in film.
See her company’s website: indigocreativeworks.com
Watch ‘Camille A. Brown: Giant Steps’: https://www.pbs.org/wnet/americanmasters/camille-a-brown-giant-steps/35962/
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