PANEL DISCUSSION – Black Women in the World of Animation

DESCRIPTION

In a field dominated by white males, this panel shines a light on the personal experiences of four (4) prominent black women in the world of animation and their commitment to ensuring that the entertainment industry takes action to improve representation and visibility of women and minorities in the industry.

PANELISTS

SONYA CAREY, Founder, The Animation Lounge

KIMBERLY WRIGHT, Film Producer, Sesame Workshop

PILAR NEWTON, President & CEO PilarToons

MELANIE GOOLSBY, Original Animation Indie Series, Netflix

MODERATOR

TAYLOR K. SHAW, Founder & CEO BWA Studios