Arts Management and Technology Laboratory

Arts Management and Technology Lab
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Arts Management and Technology Laboratory

This monthly podcast explores the intersection of technology and arts management through interviews, product reviews, humorous dialogue, and more! The Technology in the Arts podcast is produced by the Arts Management and Technology Lab, a research center of the Master of Arts Management program in Heinz College at Carnegie Mellon University. The AMT Lab staff currently includes Dr. Brett Crawford (Executive Director), Lutie Rodriguez (Chief Editor of Research), Angela Johnson (Podcast Producer), B Crittenden (Technology and Interactive Content Manager), and Devyn Hinkle (Social Media and Marketing Manager).

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Nonprofit Financial Management Software with Stewart Urist

    In this episode of Tech in the Arts, AMT Lab Lead Researcher Ian Hawthorne sits down with Stewart Urist, General Manager of the Pittsburgh Public Theater, to discuss their transition to Sage Intacct, a cloud-based financial management software. They delve into the challenges of migrating from a legacy system, the benefits of automation and AI in financial processes, and how tools like Sage can empower nonprofit organizations to streamline operations and improve budget transparency. Whether you’re considering a software transition or just curious about nonprofit financial management, this episode offers valuable insights for organizations of all sizes. Check out show notes and more episodes at https://amt-lab.org/podcasts-interviews

    30 min

  2. NOV 14

    Navigating Media, Legal Tech, and Public Service with Keith Eich

    In this episode of the Tech in the Arts podcast, Keith Eich shares insights from his career journey with AMT Lab’s Technology Manager, Jinghong Gong, exploring his experience at NBCUniversal, the founding of Hulu, and his transition from media to legal tech and public service.   Keith Eich is an experienced media and technology executive with over 20 years of expertise in innovation and product development. He served as Director of Digital Distribution Operations at NBCUniversal from 2004 - 2011, playing a key role in deals like the original Hulu partnership. After his time in media, he transitioned to LegalTech, leading product development for a startup that revolutionized consumer access to legal services. Keith is a Carnegie Mellon graduate and holds an MBA from USC. He currently serves as a City Councilman and former Mayor of La Cañada Flintridge.    Check out show notes and more episodes at https://amt-lab.org/podcasts-interviews

    43 min

  3. NOV 1

    Let's Talk: AI Policy and Artist Advocacy

    What happened to the AI bill SB-1047? And how can artists advocate for themselves amid technological changes? In this Let’s Talk episode of the Tech in the Arts Podcast, AMT Lab’s Chief Editor of Research, Hannah Brainard, and Lead Researcher, Ian Hawthorne, dive into the recent developments in AI policy and its impact on artists.

    20 min

  4. OCT 26

    Donor Management Systems with Karen Graham

    In this episode of Tech in the Arts podcast, nonprofit technology consultant Karen Graham shares insights from her research with AMT Lab’s Executive Director and Publisher, Dr. Brett Ashley Crawford, on how organizations choose, evaluate, and manage donor software systems.  Karen Graham is a nonprofit technology strategist with over 20 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, consulting, and capacity building. She specializes in CRM and donor management systems, guiding organizations through every stage of software selection and optimization to better achieve their missions. With leadership experience at Tech Impact, Idealware, and MAP for Nonprofits, Karen helps nonprofits use technology to work more effectively, foster innovation, and better achieve their goals.

    36 min

  5. SEP 26

    What are You Giving Permission For?

    How is your data being used? And what policies are in place to protect you? In this Let’s Talk episode of the Tech in the Arts Podcast, AMT Lab’s Executive Director and Publisher, Dr. Brett Ashley Crawford, and Chief Editor of Research, Hannah Brainard, dive into the latest headlines.

    25 min

  6. AUG 24

    Christie's Art + Tech Recap with Jessica Bowser AcrieChristie's Art + Tech Recap with Jessica Bowser Acrie

    In the first episode of the 2024-2025 season of Tech in the Arts, hear from Jessica Bowser Acrie, the director of the Arts Management and Public Management programs at Carnegie Mellon University’s Heinz College. Having recently attended the Christie’s Art + Tech Summit, Bowser Acrie shares her key takeaways for arts managers.

    25 min

  7. JUN 13

    Documentary Filmmaking & Community Storytelling with Roopa Gogineni

    Roopa Gogineni is a photographer, an award-winning filmmaker, and a photojournalist from West Virginia now based between Paris and Atlanta. In this episode Roopa Gogineni talks with AMTLab Podcast Producer, Jabrenee Hussie, about  photojournalism and filmmaking. With a background in Diplomatic History and African Studies Roopa shares their experiences as a freelance filmmaker and photographer working in East Africa. She highlights the importance of mindfulness and responsible storytelling as one documents significant events in lands that aren’t their own. Roopa also discusses one of her notable works, SuddenlyTV that  documents a portion of the Sundanese Revolution that earned the SXSW Special Jury Award and experiences from the creation of that piece as well as being awarded for it.

    23 min

  8. MAY 10

    Art and Land Conservation with Haley Mellin

    In this podcast, artist and land conservationist Haley Mellin talks with the Arts Management and Technology Lab at Carnegie Mellon University about actions artists and arts organizations of all sizes can take to measure their climate impact, reduce emissions, and support biodiversity protection. Mellin is the founder of Art into Acres, a non-profit organization which connects artists and arts institutions with large-scale land conservation projects focused on climate, Indigenous peoples, and beta-diversity. Additionally, Mellin co-founded Conserve.org, the MOCA Environmental Council in Los Angeles, Art and Climate Action, Artists Commit, and Gallery Climate Coalition’s  New York chapter.  She was a member of the Whitney Museum’s Independent Studio Program and holds a PhD in Visual Culture and Education from New York University.

    36 min
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This monthly podcast explores the intersection of technology and arts management through interviews, product reviews, humorous dialogue, and more! The Technology in the Arts podcast is produced by the Arts Management and Technology Lab, a research center of the Master of Arts Management program in Heinz College at Carnegie Mellon University. The AMT Lab staff currently includes Dr. Brett Crawford (Executive Director), Lutie Rodriguez (Chief Editor of Research), Angela Johnson (Podcast Producer), B Crittenden (Technology and Interactive Content Manager), and Devyn Hinkle (Social Media and Marketing Manager).

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