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Inclusive Work Experience

Creating opportunities to mentor individuals with disability in film production is crucial for fostering inclusivity and diversity within the industry. By offering mentorship programs, the film industry can break down barriers and provide a platform for individuals with disabilities to learn, grow, and pursue careers in various aspects of production. Mentoring not only equips them with technical skills but also offers guidance on navigating the industry, building networks, and honing their creative talents.

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Moreover, incorporating diverse perspectives enriches the storytelling process, contributing to more authentic and inclusive narratives. By actively involving people with disabilities in film production through mentorship, the industry not only promotes equal opportunities but also showcases a broader range of experiences and talents. This not only benefits the individuals involved but also leads to a more dynamic and representative film landscape, fostering creativity and innovation in storytelling.

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Mentoring roles can include:

  • Production Trainee

  • Directors Attachment

  • Assistant Director Trainee

  • Camera Attachment

  • Sound Attachment

  • Lighting Attachment

  • Hair an Makeup Attachment

  • Costume Attachment

  • Production Design Attachment

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Certification Requirements

  • Details, job description and involvement overview of the crew or mentees with disability on set

  • Completed Accessibility and Participation Plans

Included in the Resource Kit

  • Guide: Working with Mentees

  • Template: Work Experience Job Descriptions

  • Template: The Work Experience Guide

  • Template: Accessibility and Participation Plan

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The 8 Pillars of Inclusion

You select a combination of actions across these eight areas that best fits your production. Every pillar counts toward your score.

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    Engagement of individuals/communities to ensure authentic, diverse, and inclusive storytelling

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    Authentic and empowering representation of people with disability on screen

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    Creating paid work experience opportunities for people with disability behind the camera

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    Meaningful employment of people with disability in crew roles

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    Clear and accessible communications for all cast and crew

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    Every location that people with disability are required to physically be at, must be accessible to them

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    Commitment to a safe and inclusive production workplace and/or set

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    All productions will meet video accessibility, captioning, audio description and iimage alt text standards

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