Understanding Hair & Makeup for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Actors

Join us for this free panel event aimed at producers and supported by the BBC, in which we will address the ongoing challenges faced by diverse talent and promote best practices for creating an inclusive and equitable environment on set.

12pm – 1.30pm 27 November 2024 + Add to calendar Online

Join us for an enlightening 90-minute online panel discussion aimed at producers, which will focus on the critical importance of professional hair and makeup services for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic actors in the film and television industry. This session will address the ongoing challenges faced by diverse talent and promote best practices for creating an inclusive and equitable environment on set.

Key
Topics

The current state of hair and makeup services for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic actors
Challenges faced by diverse talent in the hair and makeup trailer
The importance of hiring diverse and skilled hair and makeup artists
Best practices for consultation and collaboration with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic actors
Training and education initiatives for hair and makeup teams
Strategies for creating an inclusive and respectful on-set environment
Industry-wide efforts to drive change and increase representation

There will also be an opportunity to ask any questions you may have.

This panel discussion is part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, coinciding with World Afro Day and Black History Month. It aims to educate, inspire, and promote positive change in the entertainment industry's approach to Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic hair and makeup.

Join us to learn, share experiences, and contribute to the ongoing conversation about creating a more inclusive and authentic representation of diverse talent on screen.