Photo credit: Ashly Covington

On December 15th, we honored legendary women above and below the line at our annual holiday fundraiser. We recognized women who are making a mark in the entertainment industry and paving the way for greater female participation above and below the line. Our members and friends of the organization celebrated their accomplishments with their equally legendary colleagues who raised a glass with heartfelt toasts. The women shared their wisdom, leadership, and experience on a panel that focused on their work and expertise, moderated by Women In Media Executive Director Tema L. Staig. They were presented with Director’s chairs, courtesy of Filmcraft.

Honorees

Catherine Hardwicke, Director/Production Designer (Twilight, 13, Lords of Dogtown)

Kathryn Bostic, Composer (Clemency, Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am, Dear White People)

Cynthia Pusheck, ASC, Cinematographer (Sacred Lies, Good Girls Revolt, Revenge)

Shawn Holden, CAS, Production Sound Mixer (The Mandalorian, Nightcrawler, But I’m a Cheerleader)

Toastmasters

John Simmons, ASC Cinematographer  (Dog With A Blog, Ricky, Nicky, Dicky, and Dawn, Richard Pryor…. Here and Now)

Alison Kelly, Cinematographer (Dietland, Geek Love, Grand Hotel)

Tamika Lamison, Producer/Director/Writer (College Hill, Monogamy) Founder, Make A Film Foundation

Starr Parodi, Composer (The Division, The Starter Wife) President, The Alliance for Women Film Composers

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