How She Made It
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How She Made It™ is a career journey podcast focused on amplifying accomplishments of women across the media industries. It’s true - If she can hear it, she can be it. Mentors who pay it forward are valuable guides as we navigate our individual journeys. Our distinguished industry podcast guests share their experiences (including the challenges) along their path to a successful career. Tune into How She Made It™ for priceless media industry insider strategies, mentoring advice and secrets to boost your career and life goals.
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Jun 1, 2022
How to Be a Great Producer by Connecting Women in Media with Hillary Cutter, Founder and Executive Producer of Cutter Entertainment
Join Media x Women host, Sonia Case, as she discusses Hillary Cutter’s path to success in New York City's entertainment industry – from being the go-to, get-it-done person as a student of Syracuse University to founding her own production company, Cutter Entertainment. Hillary touches on what it takes to inspire a group of people to make extraordinary content over and over again (even on the bad days). Her insights on what it takes to be a respected, professional and successful producer are invaluable for anyone working in film and TV. Listen to this episode to hear Cutter reveal her advice on fool-proof networking and how to take charge of you own career path in entertainment.
Visit CutterEntertainment.com to learn more about Hillary's current projects and more networking opportunities with Cutter Connections!
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Apr 4, 2022
Helene Estes on Breaking into the Media Industry with a Creative Background
In this episode, Helene Estes, Coordinator at MediaLink discusses the transition from training as an actor to working in a more traditional 9-5 role at Innovative Artists and later, at a bustling media and entertainment consulting agency. Estes joins Media x Women host, Sonia Case, to share insights into how she makes use of her acting skills to be able to manage time efficiently and build a strong work life balance. Tune in for her tips on navigating a new career path and adapting to a change in work and lifestyle. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Mar 21, 2022
Jumpstart Your Directing Career with Iris Dukatt
This week, NYC based writer and director, Iris Dukatt, sits down with Media X Women host, Carly J. Bauer, for a fun conversation about what it takes to jumpstart your career in film and TV. Iris’ wide range of experiences, from working as a production manager at TED Conferences, to directing music videos for up-and-coming musicians, and even serving as a personal assistant for a big-budget HBO series, provide some invaluable insights into the inner workings of the entertainment industry. Through anecdotes and laughter, Iris shares her secrets to becoming the must-have crew member, making an unforgettable (good) impression, and using your network to get ahead. Plus, Iris gives us an exclusive look into her current projects in development: Long Pork and Truffle Pig. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Mar 7, 2022
Advocating for Yourself and Embracing Motherhood with Bruna Talarico, Content Strategist at Amazon Music
In this week’s episode, Bruna Talarico, Senior Content Strategist at Amazon Music, shares some valuable insights into what it takes to be a woman in the media industry and how to leverage our perceived weaknesses as strengths. In conversation with Media X Women host, Sonia Case, Bruna opens up about her experience as a journalist in Brazil, her journey to her current role at Amazon Music, and her latest adventure as a new mother navigating a major career transition.
Are you looking to get inspired for your next salary negotiation? Do you worry about having to choose between motherhood and a career? Listen now. This episode will leave you empowered to face your career doubts once and for all. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Feb 21, 2022
Payton Jai on Workplace Community
In this episode, Conni’s Marketing Manager Payton Jai shares useful resources on analytics for listeners just starting out in the industry. Payton speaks honestly with Media x Women host Carly J. Bauer about the impact work can have on your happiness and what she’s learned from her training as an intimacy director. Tune in to learn how to find your community in the industry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Feb 7, 2022
Simone Bhagat on Working Abroad, with Marque Pham
Simone Bhagat, Co-Founder of Ashes Artist Collective, shares how she secured internships at companies like Walt Disney, DreamWorks, and CNN. Simone joins us this week with multidisciplinary theater artist and guest host, Marque Pham. Together, Simone and Marque speak openly about work visas, immigration, and unpaid internships. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Aug 30, 2021
Actor, Writer and Activist, Pooya Mohseni, on Being True to Yourself
Pooya Mohseni, Actor, Writer, Activist and Founder of #Pooyaland joins Media x Women host, Carly J. Bauer. Pooya speaks candidly about some of the obstacles she’s faced as a trans woman, representation in media, and how she chooses to live her life; with her heart on her sleeve. Listen to hear more about her experience on the set of Law & Order SVU and what it is about acting that gives us lasting connections. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Aug 16, 2021
Creating Structure and Order with Adeola Akinyemi, COO of Showgear Limited
Adeola Akinyemi, Chief Operations Officer of Showgear Limited in Nigeria and organizing committee member of Make Music Lagos joins Media x Women host, Sonia Case. Adeola opens up about how important structure is and how she balances work, marriage, and motherhood. Adeola gives us a behind-the-scenes of Make Music Lagos and its effect on the community. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Aug 2, 2021
Ticketmaster’s Sarah Hutton on Knowing When It’s the Right Time to Move On
Live events are coming back. Sarah Hutton, from Ticketmaster, speaks to the challenges that the Events industry had during COVID. She also talks about changing jobs and learning when you know you need to move on from and industry/ company. Listen for her perspective on reaching out to mentors and reminding us all that life is messy and it is ok. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Mar 29, 2021
Executive Producer and Director, Aviva Kleiner, on Creating Coca-Cola Refreshing Films Program with Guest Host, Jamie Rabinovitch
In the final episode of Season 2, Aviva Kleiner, Owner, Executive Director and Producer of Viva La Marketing and Heart Felt joins producer and guest host, Jamie Rabinovitch. Aviva opens up about developing filmmaking platforms such as the Coca-Cola Refreshing Films Program while Jamie speaks on how the opportunity helped her as a student. Listen for more insight into networking and how self-love can be a useful tool for your career journey. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Mar 22, 2021
Literary Agent, Elizabeth Copps, on Advocating For Others
Elizabeth Copps, President of Copps Literary Services, LLC and Owner of Copps Editorial joins Media x Women host, Safiya Bailey, to discuss the creative and business aspects of being a literary agent. Elizabeth opens up about what it’s like advocating for another’s career, how she stuck out as an intern, and changes in the industry. She reminds us to take risks, but to always be mindful of our well-being. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Mar 15, 2021
Sarah Cotenoff from Podsights on Sales, Partnerships, and Open Communication
Sarah Cotenoff, Cofounder & Head of Partnerships at Podsights, joins Carly J. Bauer from the Media x Women team to discuss sales and the podcasting industry, applying for internships, handling no’s, and how to communicate with your team. In a male-dominated field, Sarah opens up about how women are labeled differently than men. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Mar 7, 2021
Skyla Choi From the Metropolitan Museum of Art on Managing a Team
Skyla Choi, Digital Content Studio Manager at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, joins Sonia Case from the Media x Women team to discuss what it’s like to work in the museum industry as a fresh face and in a new and evolving field. In this episode, Skyla talks about diversity and inclusion in the museum industry, how to handle biases in the workplace, getting your foot in the door, and the importance of hands-on experience. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Mar 1, 2021
Tamilla Woodard, Co-Artistic Director, on Immersive Storytelling
Tamilla Woodard, Co-Artistic Director of Working Theater and Co-founder of PopUP Theatrics, joins Carly J. Bauer from the Media x Women team to discuss how theater can give agency to decentered communities and push its own limits through immersive storytelling. In this episode, you’ll hear about how important community-building and collaboration are for any career path. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Feb 22, 2021
Game Designer, Bex Ruvalcaba, on Perspectives in Play
Bex Ruvalcaba, Game Interaction and Play Designer, joins Safiya Bailey from the Media x Women team to discuss applying for internships at Google, the indie game scene, and the differences between game design mechanics and development. She brings up the importance of networking and tips on how to connect. In a male-dominated field, Bex speaks about discovering her journey in the industry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Feb 15, 2021
Director and Creative Producer, Camden Elizabeth, and Creating Heart-First Community on Set
Camden Elizabeth, CEO, Creative Producer + Director at Suitcase Productions, joins Sonia Case from the Media x Women team to discuss her accomplishments as an award-winning director and producer, including her work on the Emmy®-nominated web series, “The Feels.” In this episode, Camden opens up about starting your own company, the importance of creating a heart-first safe space on set, and how communication is key in production. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Feb 8, 2021
Season 2 Trailer
After a successful launch of Season 1 of How She Made It™, a career journey podcast focused on amplifying accomplishments of women across the media industries, we are back with Season 2. This season we will be talking to women working in theater, literacy agencies, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and more. We’re also excited to announce our hosts for season 2 - Carly J. Bauer, Sonia Case, and Safiya Bailey.
Keep a lookout for the new season. Coming soon! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Oct 19, 2020
Jennifer Kho From HuffPost on Strategic Innovation and Facing Obstacles
Jennifer 'Jenn' Kho, Director of Strategic Innovation at HuffPost, joins Andrea Z, journalist and The New School graduate student to discuss her journey from a freelance contributor covering topics under renewable energy and technology to where she is today. In this episode hear Jenn talk about her experiences, mergers, layoffs, taking risks, and how it is important to find the thing that gets you going in the morning. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Oct 13, 2020
Shauna James From Atlantic Records on Digital Marketing and Remaining Confident
Shauna James, Urban Digital Marketing Assistant at Atlantic Records, joins Media x Women team member Safiya Bailey to discuss being a black woman in the male-dominated music industry. In this episode, you’ll hear more about the importance of mentorship, building a story around music marketing, how to handle the "no"s, and much more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Oct 5, 2020
Post-Production Supervisor, Julia Sub, on Navigating a Corporate Environment
Julia Sub, post-production supervisor at NYBA Films, INC/HBO, joins Media x Women team member Nejla Katica to discuss determination, mentorship and asking for what you want. In this episode, you’ll hear more about navigating in a corporate environment and learning new skills. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Sep 27, 2020
Disney+ Hotstar Social Media Lead, Sakshi Arora, on Building a Brand
Social Marketing Manager at Disney+ Hotstar, Sakshi Arora joins Akshi Bavishi from the Media x Women team to discuss Brand Storytelling, the OTT space, and building a brand. In this episode, you’ll hear Sakshi talk about how the media industry is evolving and personalization of content is becoming key. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Sep 20, 2020
Freelance Multimedia Journalist, Danteé Ramos, on Having a Strong Work Ethic
Danteé Ramos, a multimedia journalist, joins Carly J. Bauer to talk about being authentically you in a social media world. In this episode, they touch on being present in the moment, the ups and downs of freelancing, and staying afloat in the industry competing with popular influencers. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Sep 14, 2020
Entertainment Lawyer, Kim Youngberg, on Career Transitions
Chantel King dives into the legal life of Kim Youngberg exploring her career journey as an entertainment lawyer. Kim has represented well-known artists such as LL Cool J, Black Eyed Peas and Cheap Trick. In this episode, you’ll get an insight into what it’s like leading a label through the transition time from analog to digital. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Sep 6, 2020
NBC Intern, Mckenzie Sullivan, on TV Research and Finding Opportunities
This week, Carly J. Bauer talks to Mckenzie Sullivan, graduate student, about her diverse experiences in media ranging from talent management, brand partnerships, post-production, VOD and most recently in TV Research as a Broadcast Programming Intern at NBC Entertainment. In this episode, you’ll hear more about outlining and strategizing. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Aug 30, 2020
Monica Perez on Graphic Design and Working in a Male-Dominated Environment
Monica Perez, Director of Graphic Arts Department at Seminole Boosters, joins Chantel King from the Media x Women team discussing the beauty of freelancing, stepping stones, and remaining grounded. In this episode, you’ll get an insight into Monica’s experience being the youngest executive in a Boys Club environment. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Aug 23, 2020
Sana Srinivasan on Animation, Work Visas, and Staying Creative
Sana Srinivasan, a Computer Graphics Generalist at Buck Design, joins Urvashi Ajmera from the Media x Women team to discuss advertising, 3D graphics, and animation. In this episode, you will hear some of the challenges Sana faced being an immigrant in the workforce and how she uses creativity as her outlet. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Aug 23, 2020
Kayla Brantley, Reporter and Correspondent at Daily Mail, on Storytelling
Kayla Brantley, News Reporter at DailyMail.com and Correspondent at DailyMailTV talks journalism with Media x Women team member Carly J. Bauer. Learn more about the importance of ‘shooting your shot’, staying current, and storytelling. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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Aug 10, 2020
Season 1 Trailer
How She Made It™ is a career journey podcast focused on amplifying accomplishments of women across the media industries. It’s true - If she can hear it, she can be it. Keep a lookout for the first episode. Coming soon! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/media-x-women/support
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