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ICON 2022 Preview: Marlee Matlin on How Far Deaf Actors Have Come

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Since then, Matlin has gone on to have her own successful career in movies and TV, winning an Academy Award for her role in the 1986 film “Children of a Lesser God” at age 21. She co-starred in the 2021 film “ CODA ,” the story of a deaf family with one child who hears. Second, those of us in the deaf community would never believe it.

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The Impact Marketing Approach We’re Using to Change the World

Deirdre Breakenridge

It was the summer of 2015, and filming of this very important impact documentary was going as planned. Our team estimated we’d finish the film after another year of following characters and fine-tuning scenes. Our film came to light at a time when the Pioneers in Skirts topic, to many, was considered a non-issue. What’s Next?

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Ahead of the Academy Awards, Marketing Wisdom From the ‘Barbie’ Blockbuster

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The “Barbie” film is empowering women of all identities as they reclaim Barbie as a symbol of inclusivity. Ahead of the Academy Awards ceremony on March 10, when “Barbie” is up for several awards, including Best Picture, let’s reflect on the film’s marketing campaign to extract valuable insights for practitioners.

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Coffee with a Journalist: Deanna Cuadra, Employee Benefit News

OnePitch

She also directs and produces short films and documentaries that center on marginalized communities. Deanna Cuadra is a senior reporter from Employee Benefit News, where she covers healthcare, US policy and reform, challenges faced by women and parents in the workplace, and innovation in work, culture, and, leadership.

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Insights on Working With Deaf Talent in Media and Communications

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CODA” became the first film with a predominantly deaf cast to win the honor while cast member Troy Kotsur was the first deaf male actor to win an Oscar. (Co-star Maria Monte de Rey, chair of the California Association of the Deaf Media Committee , moderated the panel that also featured Delbert Whetter , a film producer and consultant.

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5 Tips for Producing Video Content During Social Distancing

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If you claim to support your local community, then raise money and awareness for a local cause. Remember that everything communicates. If you are filming at home or in an office, then make sure that the area is neat and tidy. Photo credit: vanilla bear films.

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A Journey of Pro-Aging and Reinvention with Diane Britt-Smith

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The Broadcasting Years Diane has gained a multifaceted skill set with her extensive background that includes radio, television, film, communications, and broadcasting. Among her favorites are narratives focused on polio eradication and HIV/AIDS mitigation, where she witnessed the resilience of communities facing significant challenges.