MediaMaker Spotlight
The biweekly podcast "MediaMaker Spotlight" features conversations with industry professionals speaking on a wide range of topics of interest to screen-based media makers. The series is a great resource for creators and collaborators who want to learn more about filmmaking, production, and all that goes into bringing projects to life. Our show is a great place to learn, find inspiration, discover communities of support, and celebrate our shared passion for film, television, video and visual storytelling in all formats and mediums. "MediaMaker Spotlight" is produced by the Women in Film & Video Podcast Committee. Learn more at MediaMakerSpotlight.com.
- Update frequency
- every 9 days
- Average duration
- 33 minutes
- Episodes
- 142
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Reality TV: Our Hosts Take a Candid Look
In this episode - our first with a video companion - join all three of our hosts on a journey through the dynamic world of American reality TV. We explore its origins, cultural impact, and evolving g…
PBS’s Grantchester Star Talks Disability and Acting (Rerun)
People with disabilities have been historically underrepresented in the entertainment industry. In this episode, host Sandra Abrams chats with U.K.- based actress, writer, and disability advocate, Me…
The Rewarding Chaos of Live Broadcasting (Rerun)
You’ve only got one chance to get it right when the broadcast is live. In this episode, host Candice Bloch talks with Remote Operations Manager, Pam Chvotkin all about the fast-paced and intense worl…
Two Thumbs Up For Film Critics (Rerun)
Thumbs up, thumbs down? Five stars (or are four stars the highest number?)!
In this episode, host Tara Jabbari speaks with film critics to discuss how viewing films has changed over the last few yea…
Accessing the Marginalized So We're All Seen & Heard (Rerun)
Making a career pivot after 15 years in one job takes guts and some financial planning. Then add to the mix several disabilities and it sounds impossible. In this episode, host Sandra Abrams talks to…
Exceeding Indie TV Show SEXPECTATIONS (Rerun)
In this episode, host Candice Bloch talks with the creative team behind the hit indie TV show, ‘Sexpectations.’ Writer Jenna St. John and Director Kevin Good shed light on how they took the series fr…
Woman of Vision: Abby Greensfelder (Rerun)
Abby Greensfelder has an instinct for developing not only iconic cable shows such as, “Say Yes to the Dress,” but also documentaries featuring icons Megan Rapinoe and Alicia Keys. In this episode, ho…
Casting the Best Performers for Your Project (Rerun)
Originally released Oct 1, 2023
The choice of who is cast in a role can make or break a performance. In this episode, host Candice Bloch talks with casting director Anne Chapman all about the art and …
An In-Depth Focus on Cinematography (Rerun)
Originally released on Oct. 8, 2023
What is the difference between a cinematographer, camera operator, and director of photography? Has there been more gender diversity behind the scenes? What is the …
The Art of Production Design (Rerun)
Originally released Nov. 12, 2023
Screen-based media by its very nature, relies on visuals. And as stories unfold on set, the art department is key in not only building those sets, but making them loo…
How 52 Literary Gems Became Films We Love (Rerun)
Originally released on Sept. 14, 2023
Love the movie? Read the book before it’s banned! In this episode, host Sandra Abrams chats with Kristen Lopez, author of "But Have You Read the Book? 52 Literary…
Shimmy Isaacs of Netflix South Africa's Unseen (Rerun)
Originally released May 14, 2023
In this episode, host Tara Jabbari sits down with actor Shimmy Isaacs on location in Cape Town, South Africa to talk about her Netflix hit crime thriller, Unseen. The…
Holiday Special: Christmas Movies and More (Rerun)
Originally released on Dec. 18, 2022.
Season two wraps up with this Holiday Special, where all three hosts – Candice Bloch, Sandra Abrams, and Tara Jabbari – discuss the mega genre of Christmas and ho…
Accessing the Marginalized So We’re All Seen & Heard
Making a career pivot after 15 years in one job takes guts and some financial planning. Then add to the mix several disabilities and it sounds impossible. In this episode, host Sandra Abrams talks to…
Making Money & a Name with YouTuber Evasive
Host Tara Jabbari sits down with influencer Nikole Eva, aka Evasive on YouTube, for this episode. After studying film, gaining experience as an editor, and working towards being a comedy writer, Eva …
Exceeding Indie TV Show SEXPECTATIONS
In this episode, host Candice Bloch talks with the creative team behind the hit indie TV show, ‘Sexpectations.’ Writer Jenna St. John and Director Kevin Good shed light on how they took the series fr…
Award Winning Doc, Call Me Dancer - Filmmakers Spotlight
Call Me Dancer is a multiple award winning feature documentary that follows Manish Chauhan, a charismatic street dancer from Mumbai, who dreams of becoming a ballet dancer despite his parents misgivi…
When Genres Collide - It’s a Wonderful Knife
Horror invades holiday in a genre mashup comedy! This episode, host Tara Jabbari speaks with director Tyler MacIntyre about his new horror-comedy, It’s a Wonderful Knife. Described as “It’s a Wonderf…
The Art of Production Design
Screen-based media by its very nature, relies on visuals. And as stories unfold on set, the art department is key in not only building those sets, but making them look the part for the world being cr…
PBS’s Grantchester Star Talks Disability and Acting
People with disabilities have been historically underrepresented in the entertainment industry. In this episode, host Sandra Abrams chats with U.K.- based actress, writer, and disability advocate, Me…