Diversity Archives

The One Club

The One Club: WAATBP Diversity Conference set for September

By Reel 360 Aug 9, 2021

The 11th edition of The One Club for Creativity's Where Are All The Black People (WAATBP) diversity conference and career fair will take place on September 29-30...

REEL MOVES/NEW YORK

Momentum: Invests in DE&I with hiring of Ela Mesa

By Reel 360 Jun 28, 2021

Today, experiential advertising agency Momentum Worldwide announces the appointment of Ela Mesa, who joins the agency to lead diversity, equity and inclusion across North Ameri...

REEL MOVES/NEW YORK

She Runs It: 6 DEI execs join foundation board

By Reel 360 Jun 3, 2021

Eager to accelerate #Inclusive100 adoption and progress, She Runs It has fortified its Foundation Board with a six-person Equity and Inclusion Advisory Council compri...

REEL BUSINESS

George Floyd: 1 year later brands grapple with diversity

By Reel 360 May 25, 2021

Today marks a somber anniversary as it was a year ago Minneapolis police murdered George Floyd. While his death was a harrowing reminder of the threats Black men face every day...

REEL PRO

The male gaze of Super Bowl Commercials in front and behind the camera is demeaning

By Megan Penn Feb 10, 2021

Spots in the Big Game have become iconic and popular because of their cinematographic quality, unpredictability, humor, use of special effects and celebrity cameos. Above ever...

National

Indie agencies form BLAC to improve diversity

By Reel 360 Feb 10, 2021

Ten independent advertising agencies have joined together in an effort to increase the number of Black students entering the advertising industry through an independent, 501c3 ...

REEL MOVES/NEW YORK

McCann promotes Singleton Beato to Global EVP

By Reel 360 Jan 8, 2021

McCann today announced that Singleton Beato has been promoted to the brand new role of Global EVP, Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer. Beato joined McCann Worldgr...

REEL DALLAS

Richards Group engages Dr. Lauren Tucker for diversity

By Reel 360 Jan 7, 2021

As part of its commitment to implement meaningful, measurable diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, The Richards Group has formally engaged diversity consultant Dr...

AICP

CDDP announces 50/50 Honorable Mentorship

By Reel 360 Oct 28, 2020

Tamika Lamison, executive director of the Commercial Directors Diversity Program (CDDP), today announced the Program’s new initiative: the 50/50 Honorable Mentorship Program....

Reel Moves/Dallas

Cracker Barrel, Dr. Pepper leave Richards Group

By Reel 360 Oct 15, 2020

More troubling news for The Richards Group. Just a day after Home Depot left the agency due to founder Stan Richards' racist remarks during an internal review, Cracker Barrel a...

Music

AMP to host Black Composers Webinar

By Reel 360 Oct 13, 2020

The Association of Music Producers and its Diversity & Inclusion Committee will be holding an online webinar this week that promises to share the stories and experiences of...

AICP

AICP Equity & Inclusion Committee sets agenda

By Reel 360 Sep 14, 2020

AICP’s Equity & Inclusion Committee, launched as part of the association’s Commitment to Drive Change initiative, has announced its roster of members and established it...

REEL MOVES/LA

David&Goliath appoints Director of Empathy

By Reel 360 Sep 10, 2020

David Angelo, Founder & Chairman of integrated creative agency David&Goliath (D&G) appointed Tiffany Persons as Director of Empathy, a title created to encompass ...

Film

Academy lists new standards for Oscars eligibility

By Reel 360 Sep 9, 2020

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced new representation and inclusion standards for Oscars® eligibility in the Best Picture category, as part of its ...

REEL MOVES/NEW YORK

VMLY&R promotes Myron King to Chief Integration Officer

By Reel 360 Sep 1, 2020

VMLY&R has promoted Myron King to chief integration officer to lead organizational design and cultural integration strategy for North American clients. He joins VMLY&R�...

National

Havas’ North American Diversity Committee

By Reel 360 Aug 19, 2020

As part of its commitment to building a more diverse business and stronger culture, Havas Group today announced its inaugural North America Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Adv...

REEL MOVES/NEW YORK

Jason Rosario named BBDO Chief Diversity Officer

By Reel 360 Aug 18, 2020

BBDO Worldwide announced today that Jason Rosario has been hired as Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer. Rosario brings over 14 years of experience, and a track reco...

REEL MOVES/LA

Tamika Miller signs with Wondros Collective

By Reel 360 Jul 27, 2020

Wondros Collective’s Executive Producer Danielle Peretz continues to expand the commercial/branded content division’s Directorial roster with the signing of Director T...

REEL DENVER

Black Creativity Matters to Denver Ad School, Cactus

By Reel 360 Jul 20, 2020

Looking to lead with real action, the Denver Ad School (DAD), in partnership with Cactus, the Denver creative agency known for its award-winning work in the mental health and w...

REEL PRO

Black Filmmakers want industry to Change the Lens

By Reel 360 Jul 9, 2020

Over 100 Black filmmakers, directors, producers, DPs and more across filmmaking and advertising communities have formed the Black Filmmakers Collective, launching a new pledge...