Happy birthday to Jai Lennard, the first guest of the 7th and final season of Josiah's Voice: On Black Filmmaking. He is a New York-based Entertainment Photographer and mentor.
He has captured stunning images of influential figures including Regina King, Eva Longoria, 50 Cent, and Senator Cory Booker, and his work can be found in The New York Times, HBO, and The Hollywood Reporter. When he's not in the presence of superstars Jai can be found in the classroom passionately teaching and mentoring the next generation of amazing photographers. He is the founder of the non-profit Color Positive, a network geared toward the cultivation of Black talent behind the camera.
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Follow Jai Lennard on Instagram: @jai.lennardJai Lennard’s Photography PortfolioNon-Profit COLOR POSOTIVE on InstrgramNon-Profit COLOR POSITIVE Networking Portfolio
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1:51:14
Screenwriting Wisdom from Soul Music Legends
Tanisha Miller-Jackson is a Pittsburgh-born lover of all things Motown, and a self-taught director and screenwriter. She has infused her love of Black music into her writing and business as an independent artist in the Black film space. Today, we discuss the power of lyrical and prosaic writing in film, living in Hollywood, contracts and management, and the importance of knowing one's value.
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2:19:12
Producer Life for Black Moms In Film
Mel Jones is an American bi-coastal producer, screenwriter, and film and television director. In today’s interview, Mel shares stories from her film journey, from her days at Howard University, the Sundance Film Festival, producing the Netflix films Juanita and Really Love, her directorial debut in the digital space on her show Leimert Park (BET+), and more. All the while being a mother and guided by her mentor Stephanie Allain of Homegrown Pictures.
Mel drops gem after gem that multi-talented filmmakers and young parents alike can glean from.
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"Multihyphenate Artist" Means, Do What You Love!
Are you struggling to decide how to move forward as an artist? Does everyone tell you to pick an interest because you have too many? Then you need to meet Jahbrielle Henning-Rayford, a Los Angeles-based multi-hyphenated creator with skills in directing, producing, photography, writing, and more.
Jahbrielle's career from industry employee to creative entrepreneur shows that the multi-talented don't have to choose one or the other, but with patience and discipline you can skillfully do "all the things". Jahbrielle's story includes assisting Issa Rae onset of the hit HBO show, Insecure, and various other HOORAE productions. You can find her photography work in galleries, and see her stamp on the musical talk show What, Say What, as well as the documentary, If These Locs Could Talk. Enjoy!
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1:28:22
The Film Plug: Producer & Showrunner Masterclass
Michelle A. Daniel is a Las Vegas-based Executive Film Producer and Showrunner with over 10 years of experience in television, feature and short film, and digital media. In today's interview, we discuss the power of a creative mindset and the importance of an attitude of abundance.
Michelle gives a masterclass in film production as she explains the best practices for securing film funds, feeding the cast and crew, producer coaching, identifying a strong script, and much more. Enjoy!
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Follow Michelle A. Daniel:
- Instagram: @ShowRunHer
- Twitter X: @ShowRunHer
- www.showrunher.com
- Books: Showrunner
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Welcome to Josiah’s Voice! This podcast connects you with both new storytellers and seasoned pros in Black cinema. Plus, I share my own creative journey along the way. Here’s to elevating the culture.
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