[ad_1] Two major forces, distinct but not unrelated, are causing turmoil for writers: massive labor struggles and accelerating advancements in artificial intelligence. On the labor front, streaming businesses like Netflix have robbed TV writers of residuals; song lyricists have been decimated by Spotify; and book authors have been squeezed by consolidation in both publishing and… Continue reading USC poet, professor Jackie Wang discusses AI’s impact on writers
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Queer Eye’s Fab Five lifestyle gurus make lasting impact
[ad_1] “I will never hurt you.” That’s a promise from Jennifer Lane, “Queer Eye’s” showrunner, to the reality series’ participants, as well as viewers. That vow has paid off with a devoted following and a record five consecutive Emmy awards for structured reality program. The show’s hosts are in the running for the fourth time… Continue reading Queer Eye’s Fab Five lifestyle gurus make lasting impact
Ava DuVernay’s nonprofit database is joining forces with Impact
[ad_1] In 2021, filmmaker Ava DuVernay launched the much-heralded Array Crew, a searchable database of below-the-line talent. It was designed as a mechanism to diversify film and TV productions by connecting women, people of color and other underrepresented workers with producers, entertainment executives and those with hiring power. Every major studio and streaming service signed… Continue reading Ava DuVernay’s nonprofit database is joining forces with Impact