CML Web Discussion 2021-09-15: Diversity Dilemmas

Matthew Clark asks: How do we properly “cast” our crew knowing we’re dancing the line of labor laws? We want the right person for the job, but what if the “right” person has the skills, experience and the correct gender or race for the job? I know race and gender matter when I’m putting my crew together. Case in point, working with female talent and clients, it is a great thing to have a female DP and crew to put our critical partners at ease.

Mentioned during the chat:

Women In Media: https://www.womennmedia.com
Alan Caso’s plea for diversity: https://slate.com/culture/2018/02/cinematographer-alan-caso-made-an-extraordinary-plea-for-diversity-at-saturdays-asc-awards.html and https://vimeo.com/256281696
The ICFC: https://www.icfcfilm.com
IATSE Stories on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ia_stories/
ASC Vision Committee: https://theasc.com/asc-vision/