Families in Film

Miranda Plant Byers
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Canadian film industry professionals, both above and below the line, are interviewed about how parenthood and access to childcare have impacted their role in the film industry. We discuss challenges, and the future of parenthood in the film industry, and the possibility for innovation in flexible and affordable accommodations for all workers.

Episodes

  1. 05/22/2024

    Keeping Families Together with Sean McQuillan- Families in Film Co-Founder

    Today's episode is with Sean McQuillan. Sean is the co-founder of Families in Film, a member of IATSE 891, and the Indigenous Co-Chair for the BC Federation of Labour. Today's conversation features a little bit about Sean and his background in the industry as a performer, then as Set Dec with IATSE 891, and now as the Indigenous Co-Chair for the BC Federation of Labour and the founder of Families in Film. We discuss the Families in Film and WIFT research project which found out hard data on just how women receive differential job treatment once they begin family planning and throughout parenthood, why Sean promotes on-set childcare and proximity to safe, affordable, and flexible childcare, and some of the things he'd like to see for the future of the film industry. This episode is dedicated to Rico Priem, member of IATSE Local 80.

    Keeping Families Together with Sean McQuillan- Families in Film Co-Founder

  2. 04/22/2024

    What is "Families in Film"? featuring Heather McQuillan, Founder

    Families in Film is a not for profit organization in Canada devoted to the advocacy and awareness of parents in the film industry. This podcast will discuss the current challenges in today’s film industry for parents, and the possible solutions that we can implement for a healthier and safer entertainment industry. Today’s guest is Families in Film's co-founder Heather McQuillan. This episode is hosted by actor, producer, and parent, Miranda Plant Byers, a proud member of SAG-AFTRA, Actors Equity, and the Documentary Producers Alliance.

    What is "Families in Film"? featuring Heather McQuillan, Founder
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Canadian film industry professionals, both above and below the line, are interviewed about how parenthood and access to childcare have impacted their role in the film industry. We discuss challenges, and the future of parenthood in the film industry, and the possibility for innovation in flexible and affordable accommodations for all workers.

Information

  • Creator
    Miranda Plant Byers
  • Years Active
    2024
  • Episodes
    2
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Miranda Plant Byers
  • Show Website
    Families in Film