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  • Harvardwood Presents: TV for Young Audiences

    Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at 05:00 PM - PDT · $10.00 USD
     
    Wednesday, September 27th 5 pm PT / 8 pm ET (virtual)

    Join Harvardwood for a conversation about television for young audiences with Kari Kim, Sean Presant AB '93Loni Steele Sosthand AB '97Tone Thyne, and Maiya Williams Verrone AB '84


    Kari Kim serves as Vice President, Animation Development for Nickelodeon, based in Nickelodeon’s Burbank, Calif. headquarters. Kim is responsible for all aspects of original series and shorts development from concept to pilot, including all creative and production. 

    Prior to Nickelodeon, Kim was a development executive at King Features Syndicate, Inc., where she developed and produced content for many of the company’s properties, including CUPHEAD, POPEYE AND FLASH GORDON. Kim also worked as a development executive at pocket.watch, Vice President of Program Development at HLN, and was a founding member of the venture capital-funded production company, Worldwide Biggies. She has also held roles and produced content at Nickelodeon, Spike TV and SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE. 

    Kim resides in Los Angeles with her family, but in her heart she’ll always be a Midwest kid from the suburbs of Detroit.

    Sean Presant is an Emmy nominated and NAACP Image Award winning writer, producer, director, and showrunner whose work has taken him repeatedly around the globe, writing about everything from European Nazi occupations to penguin inventory in Antarctica. His first film, SUBURBAN MONOGAMY, won the Art Institute of Chicago's award for Best Independent Film Comedy, played Cannes, South by Southwest, and Deauville, and sold to Canal Plus. Writing and producing credits since include ALMOST PARADISE, INSTANT MOM (TVLand), WIPEOUT (ABC), HAPPILY DIVORCED (TVLand), THE WAYNE BRADY SHOW (ABC), PLANET SHEEN (Nickelodeon), TAB TIME (YouTube Kids) and the Dean Devlin sci-fi film THE DEAL.

    A firm believer that stories can change the world, Sean runs the Save Santa’s Home movement, which introduces kids to the issues of climate change and environmental activism.


    Loni Steele Sosthand is currently a Co-Producer going into her third season on THE SIMPSONS. Prior to that, she was partnered with Jim Hope as Consulting Producers on Nickelodeon's COUSINS FOR LIFE. Loni has written for various multi-cam family comedies including LAB RATS, DOG WITH A BLOG and BEST FRIENDS WHENEVER. Loni also co-created, co-wrote, and co-produced KATRINA, a half-hour dramedy pilot for The-N (Teen Nick), executive produced by Warrington Hudlin.  Loni is a graduate of Harvard University where she wrote a novel for her honors thesis.  In addition to her writing life, Loni lives in Santa Clarita with her husband, a Stunt Coordinator/Stuntman, her ten-year-old triplets, two dogs, and one very abused minivan.  

    As VP of Moonladder, Tone oversees Development and Production of FableVision Studio’s original  animated and live-action broadcast properties. He has acted in the role of Writer, Director,  Showrunner and Executive Producer on several long and short form projects for Aardman Animation,  Sesame Studios, The Dodo, SuperProd, The Boston Pops, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, SpinMaster, and  Guru Studios. Tone was Showrunner/Executive Producer of SpinMaster’s hit preschool series SAGO MINI FRIENDS (Apple+); he was Showrunner/Head Writer for Emmy-award winning series GO GO CORY CARSON (Netflix); Executive Story Consultant on PIKWIK PACK (Disney); and the Supervising Producer for the Emmy award-winning WONDER PETS! (Nick Jr.) During his eleven years at Walt Disney Feature  Animation, Tone contributed to blockbuster films including THE LION KING, POCAHONTAS, TARZAN, and TOY STORY, among others. He has produced animated projects for Mattel, Nickelodeon, PBS, and SyFy  Channel and has personally animated segments for SESAME STREET. Tone is a former advisory board  member of the Fred Rogers Center and the Co-Creator/Co-Executive producer of the CSA award winning series THE ADVENTURES OF NAPKIN MAN!


    Maiya Williams grew up in New Haven, Connecticut and Berkeley, California.  She was the first black writer on the Harvard Lampoon and served as Vice President under Conan O'Brien's presidency. After graduating with honors she embarked on a writing career in Hollywood and has been writing and producing television shows ever since.   Her more well known work has appeared on FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR, MAD-TV, RUGRATS, FUTURAMA, and THE HAUNTED HATHAWAYS.  She is also a writer of novels for middle-grade readers, and has five published novels.  Maiya is currently in the process of earning a Masters degree in African American Studies at UCLA.  In her free time, Maiya is a mentor at Write Girl, plays piano and harp, and hikes in the Santa Monica mountains. She is married to fellow TV writer-producer Patric Verrone, they have three lovely adult children and live with their very stubborn chow-husky, Leo.  

    Register for this event at the link below. Harvardwood members, friends, and non-members are ALL welcome, but every attendee must register for themselves individually. So if you're inviting others to join you for this panel, please forward them the link to this page so they can sign themselves up. Thank you!

    Members, Register Here

    Purchase ticket   $5.50 Members

    If you can't access the RSVP button for dues-paying Harvardwood members, make 
    sure you're logged in. If you still have issues accessing the page, your membership 
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  • Want to meet and network with like-minded filmmakers while setting your professional intentions for the fall and beyond?

    Join us for a night of connection on Wednesday, September 27, from 5-6p.m. PT/8-9 p.m.ET!

    During this event, we'll break attendees into small groups and provide helpful questions to prompt meaningful discussion. It's an opportunity to meet other filmmakers in various roles from the comfort of your home.

    Find someone to collaborate with on your next project or an accountability partner to help you reach your goals!

    In honor of the fall season marking “new beginnings,” the theme for this month is autumn intentions! The best way to stay accountable to your goals are to share them with your peers. Let's set our intentions together!

    Space is limited and RSVP is required.

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

    Do I need to be a filmmaker?

    Yes! We welcome filmmakers of every gender identity at all stages of their careers.

    Will this be recorded?

    This will not be recorded.

    Will I need to be on video?

    Yes, everyone will be on screen for the breakout sessions.

    When will I receive the link for joining the virtual event?

    We will send the link to join the Zoom call on the morning of the event. You will get an email from Eventbrite and from [email protected] with the link.

     

    More info HERE.

     

     

  • Harvardwood Co-Presents: Welcome to Your City: Los Angeles

    Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at 06:00 PM - PDT
    Love.Life, 8900 Venice Blvd, Suite 101, Culver City, CA, 90232
    Calling all Los Angeles-based Harvard alumni! 

    On Wednesday, September 27, alumni around the world will come together to welcome members of the Class of 2023 to their new cities! Harvard alumni who graduated between 2013 and 2023, from the College or any of the graduate schools, are invited to participate.

    Whether you are new to the area or have called it home for years, the Harvard community is your community—so we hope you will join us on September 27! Register with your LinkedIn profile or other social media accounts to see who's coming and connect with others before, during, and after the event.

    Shared Interest Group Contacts:
    Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs, Felix Bustos ALM20
    [email protected] 
    Harvard Alumni for Mental Health    
    [email protected]
    Harvard Asian American Alumni Alliance (H4A), Peter Shimamoto JD '85
    [email protected]
    Harvard Christian Alumni Society
    [email protected]
    Harvardwood
    Harvard Latino Alumni Alliance, Dr. Gus Frias
    [email protected]
    Harvard Black Alumni Society, Maiya Williams Verrone
    [email protected]

     

    More info and register HERE.

     

    Harvard Alumni

  • Harvardwood Presents: In-Person 101 Info Session

    Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 06:00 PM - EDT
    Thursday, September 28th, 6-7pm ET (in-person)
    Harvard Campus, Mignone Center for Career Success

    Harvardwood invites current students to come learn more about Harvardwood and the annual Harvardwood 101 career exploration program, which takes place during the January term and offers a one-week “boot camp” portion (which will be in-person again for 2024) as well as optional 1-2 week “J-termships” (virtual and/or in-person opportunities).
    We will also be having a virtual info session for those who cannot attend in-person on September 28th. 

    Hope to see you there!

  • Harvardwood Suggests... Zoom Workshop: Your Age Is Your Greatest Asset

    Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 04:00 PM - PDT

    Does your age stop you in your tracks in your entertainment career? Do you look at your age as defining who you are just by the number? How relieved would you be if you could truly embrace your age and all the gifts that come with it?

    Join Career Coach/Talent Agent Consultant/Writer Guild Foundation Workshop Facilitator Jim Arnoff in an immersive, interactive Zoom workshop that will give you the coaching tools to redefine your age in a way that is empowering, expansive and sets you apart from everyone else. Learn the skills to look at age in powerful new ways that go far beyond the number. Embrace all of your assets and turn your perspective around so that you are pursuing an entertainment career that truly honors your value. 

    Workshop starts at 4:00pm Pacific time.

    After signing up, you’ll receive information on how to access the Zoom meeting.

    If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected].

    To encourage attendees’ open participation, we will not record this workshop.

     

    More info HERE.

     

  • The RNPN, FEMA and Sundance Institute will cohost the eighth Annual Partnership Forum, Stories of Resilience: Voices that Inspire. The Forum will highlight how storytelling can build community resilience. The RNPN and the Sundance Institute will bring filmmakers, artists, and community leaders together to show how stories inspire behavioral change, boost empathy, and imagine different futures.

    Event Details:
    Wednesday, October 4, 1:00 – 3:00 pm ET
    Tribal Migration: Adapting to Climate Hazards

    Wednesday, October 11, 1:00 – 3:00 pm ET
    Building Climate Resilient Agriculture: Lessons from Island Communities

    Wednesday, October 18, 1:00 – 3:00 pm ET
    Rising Tides, Rising Divides: Climate and Equity in the Built Environment  

    Wednesday, October 25, 1:00 – 3:00 pm ET
    Extreme Heat: Reflecting on the Hottest Summer to Date  

    More info HERE.
  • Harvardwood Presents: Independent Film Distribution

    Thursday, October 05, 2023 at 05:00 PM - PDT · $10.00 USD
     

    Thursday, October 5th 5 pm PT / 8 pm ET (virtual)

    In this virtual session, hear Gene Pao HBS '97 describe the inner workings as to how independent films are windowed, released, and promoted, as well as how independent film distribution strategies varies considerably from blockbuster films.  Topics include film selection criteria, theatrical booking, digital transaction release strategies, and how these decisions affect later revenue streams including Pay 1 licensing deals and digital streaming.



    Gene Pao (HBS '97) is currently EVP, Strategy and Digital at Shout! Studios, an independent film and TV distributor, where he oversees overall company strategy, production, marketing, distribution, and digital operations.  Over the past several years, Shout has expanded its business to indie film distribution--having released a number new films this year including LINOLEUM (Jim Gaffigan), THE MAGIC FLUTE (F. Murray Abraham), WHAT'S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT? (Shazad Latif, Lily James, Emma Thompson), and hitting theaters on 9/29, THE KILL ROOM (Uma Thurman, Samuel L. Jackson, Joe Manganiello).  Prior to Shout, Gene spent 12 years at Disney, Fox, and NBCU in cable distribution, digital media, and live sports broadcasting/livestreaming.  In 2022, Gene was named one of the Top 40 Most Important People In Streaming by Media Play News.

    Register for this event at the link below. Harvardwood members, friends, and non-members are ALL welcome, but every attendee must register for themselves individually. So if you're inviting others to join you for this panel, please forward them the link to this page so they can sign themselves up. Thank you!

    Members, Register Here

    Purchase ticket   $5.50 Members

    If you can't access the RSVP button for dues-paying Harvardwood members, make 
    sure you're logged in. If you still have issues accessing the page, your membership 
    has lapsed, so renew your dues as a Full Member or Friend of Harvardwood.


  • Perspectives on Performance welcomes Avery Trufelman, creator, host, and producer of Articles of Interest, for its first artist talk of the academic year!

    For any accessibility needs, please contact tdm[at]fas.harvard.edu.

    Avery Trufelman looks at the camera while leaning against a dressing room table with a mirror in the background.

    ABOUT AVERY TRUFELMAN
    Avery Trufelman is the creator, host, and producer of Articles of Interest, a show about fashion, named one of the best podcasts of 2022 by the New Yorker, The New York Times, and the Atlantic. Previously she hosted The Cut podcast and Nice Try! from Curbed, and was a longtime staff producer for the architecture podcast 99% Invisible. 

     

    More info HERE.

     

  • The RNPN, FEMA and Sundance Institute will cohost the eighth Annual Partnership Forum, Stories of Resilience: Voices that Inspire. The Forum will highlight how storytelling can build community resilience. The RNPN and the Sundance Institute will bring filmmakers, artists, and community leaders together to show how stories inspire behavioral change, boost empathy, and imagine different futures.

    Event Details:
    Wednesday, October 11, 1:00 – 3:00 pm ET
    Building Climate Resilient Agriculture: Lessons from Island Communities

    Wednesday, October 18, 1:00 – 3:00 pm ET
    Rising Tides, Rising Divides: Climate and Equity in the Built Environment  

    Wednesday, October 25, 1:00 – 3:00 pm ET
    Extreme Heat: Reflecting on the Hottest Summer to Date  

    More info HERE.
  • Thursday, October 12th 6:30 pm PT (in-person!)
    1400 N. Cahuenga Blvd (Godfrey Hotel)

    Join us for the first Penntertainment x Harvardwood mixer since before times! Co-hosted by Harvardwood, Penntertainment, HCSC, HBSASC, PCLA and Wharton So Cal, this event is for all creatives and producers in the TV/Film/Music/Content/Tech worlds from both schools to find opportunities to meet and collaborate at a friendly, low key happy hour at the rooftop bar at the Godfrey Hotel in Hollywood. 

    The event is free to attend with a cash bar!

    Parking: $15 valet or street/garage parking nearby.


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