3 Reasons Why You Should Apply to the Latino Media Market

3 Reasons Why You Should Apply to the Latino Media Market

Posted by NALIP on February 08, 2018

NALIP has helped progress the careers of countless directors, writers, and producers of the largest ethnic minority of the United States, advocating for their works to be featured more in mainstream media. However, you may still be unsure of how this may be possible for you. Perhaps you are looking for more than just attending our workshops and panels. Take the plunge and apply to this year’s Latino Media Market! While you may be afraid of taking the next step, the reward and experience will be worthwhile!

Celeb-reality “The Riveras” premieres March on UNIVERSO

Celeb-reality “The Riveras” premieres March on UNIVERSO

Posted by NALIP on February 08, 2018

 Image courtesy of Universo

UNIVERSO, is set to premiere season three of the hit celeb-reality “The Riveras” starring Chiquis, Jacqie, and Mike, Jenicka and Johnny, Sunday, March 11th at 10pm /9C. The 14-episode season offers viewers a lens into the lives of the children of the late Regional Mexican music legend, Jenni Rivera as they take on life’s challenges by supporting each other. The top rated show is the only English-language reality about a Hispanic family in the U.S. and its relatability has been the key to the show’s success. “The Riveras” reflects the diversity in this country, and the fastest growing population. 

#FemaleFilmmakerFriday: Women Behind The Camera Celebrate Their Craft

#FemaleFilmmakerFriday: Women Behind The Camera Celebrate Their Craft

Posted by NALIP on February 08, 2018

Director Patricia Riggen, Image courtesy of Gems Miami International Film Festival

A grassroots movement among female directors has quickly taken hold, with dozens of female directors taking to Twitter to post images of themselves on set with the hashtag #FemaleFilmmakerFriday. 

 

Why You Should Volunteer for the NALIP Media Summit

Why You Should Volunteer for the NALIP Media Summit

Posted by NALIP on February 08, 2018

The National Association of Latino Independent Producers (NALIP) is having its annual Media Summit at The Ray Dolby Ballroom at Hollywood and Highland. We're looking for volunteers to join us for the four-day event to help create an inspirational experience for those interested in celebrating Latinx all across media. Volunteers will be able to participate in different teams of NALIP such as in Registration, Digital Production, Communications, PR and more! Volunteering for NALIP Media Summit is an exciting opportunity to meet new people and companies in the industry.

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Carlos Lopez Estrada On The Joy That Comes From Telling Stories About Underrepresented Communities

Carlos Lopez Estrada On The Joy That Comes From Telling Stories About Underrepresented Communities

Posted by NALIP · February 08, 2018

 Image courtesy of Stage 13

Several years before making a splash at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival with two projects and being named one of Variety’s 10 Directors to Watch, Mexican-born filmmaker Carlos López Estrada was already an acclaimed music video director and the proud winner of a Latin Grammy for the song “Me Voy." He received his big film break with the feature film "Blindspottingand episodic series "High & Mighty." 

‘Orange is the New Blacks’ actress Jessica Pimental stars in 'Tidals' first episode of their podcast ‘Inside My DNA.’

‘Orange is the New Blacks’ actress Jessica Pimental stars in 'Tidals' first episode of their podcast ‘Inside My DNA.’

Posted by NALIP · February 08, 2018

 Image Courtesy of Netflix

On February 1st, "Tidal Podcasts" launched "Inside My DNA", a biweekly video podcast dedicated to mining the stories of artists who are proud descendants of immigrant families. "Inside My DNA's" timely arrival stands as a response to the national political climate currently rife with anti-immigrant and anti-black rhetoric.

How ‘One Day at a Time’s Diverse Writers Room Creates Authentic Latino Narratives

How ‘One Day at a Time’s Diverse Writers Room Creates Authentic Latino Narratives

Posted by NALIP · February 02, 2018

Image courtesy of Billboard

Much like the loving Alvarez family they created, the writers of One Day at a Time work closely together. Their collective family experiences helped form the creation of the characters we fell in love with last year, and shaped the series into one of the best things to binge watch on Netflix.  

‘Party of Five’ Reboot To Focus On Latino Siblings Whose Parents Are Deported

‘Party of Five’ Reboot To Focus On Latino Siblings Whose Parents Are Deported

Posted by NALIP · February 02, 2018

 Image courtesy of Hollywood Reporter

The 90’s show 'Party of Five" has been greenlit by Freefrom for a put pilot rebooted with a Latino cast with a focus on immigration. The remake will be centered around five children from a Mexican-American Family whose parents are deported from the U.S.