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Marcellus Armstrong has built an independent film career without following the Hollywood playbook. We're talking honestly about what independent creative work actually requires: how you fund projects, build an audience, create distribution channels, and define success on your own terms. This i…

Loveis Wise has built a thriving illustration practice in an industry that's constantly changing. In this Arts2Work Conversation, we're talking about what it actually takes to sustain creative work over time; developing your style, finding your clients, pricing your work, and staying grou…

Natalia Celine Arias uses design to amplify underrepresented narratives, particularly Black queer films and BIPOC stories. In this Arts2Work Conversation, we're exploring creative direction for diverse storytelling, building a practice around values, and the relationship between design and rep…

Step into the studio with Ryan Burvick, a music producer with over 20 years of experience who's revolutionizing audio storytelling. From his early days selling mixtapes on NYC streets to pioneering music programs in correctional facilities, Ryan shares his journey of using sound as a tool for …

Dive into the revolutionary world of digital archiving with Martha Diaz, founder of the Hip-Hop Education Center and cultural preservation pioneer. With three decades of experience working with icons like Beyoncé and Tupac's estate, Martha reveals how digital archiving is transforming the way …

Explore the multifaceted creative journey of Vernon Jordan III (Moon/Moonflower), a Philly-born queer writer, filmmaker, and visual lyricist who seamlessly blends poetry, screenwriting, and filmmaking. Vernon opens up about their path from songwriter-poet to acclaimed filmmaker, the role of communi…

Join us for an intimate conversation with Emmy-nominated documentary filmmaker Chihiro Wimbush about the essential art of community-centered filmmaking. Chihiro shares powerful insights on building trust before rolling cameras, navigating complex community relationships, and creating documentaries …

In this conversation we  explore Queerfa, capturing complex identities on screen, and more. Folks of all backgrounds and belief systems are invited. We ask that you come curious and kind.

In this conversation Zanah shares her expertise in professional careers that are complimentary for filmmakers. These careers are not related to filmmaking or Hollywood and provide spaciousness for those that simply love filmmaking for the joy of it!