BIPOC Credits

Syd Wong (she/her) is a Chinese content creator who works on set as a stills photographer and more recently a social media content producer. She has worked on shows from Paramount, Amazon, Hallmark and Lifetime. In this episode, she talks about:How to prep for a day on set as a stills photographer and as a social media content producerWorking with crew and actors to capture marketing assetsMarketing tips for filmmakers and the future of film publicityFollow us on social media!NewsletterWebsiteInstagramFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gigi Saul Guerrero (she/her) is a Mexican genre director/filmmaker and actress praised as one of the top, emerging directors in the horror genre. Her credits include USA Network's "The Purge" (2019), Hulu's "Into the Dark: Culture Shock" (2019), the viral Apple short film "El Lazo De Petro" (2025) and many more. In this episode, she talks about:How her short films became part of anthology films like "Satanic Hispanics", "V/H/S 85" and "ABC's of Death 2.5"Working with crew and actors as a new director on a tv seriesThe importance of building community with filmmakingFollow us on social media!NewsletterWebsiteInstagramFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rebecca Lee (she/her) is a multi Emmy winning makeup designer on FX Shogun, Apple’s Pachinko, Netflix’s Altered Carbon and more.  In this episode, Rebecca talks about:the makeup departmentcultural research and representationthe journey to the Emmy'sFollow us on social media!NewsletterWebsiteInstagramFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michelle Kee (she/her) is a VFX Producer who has worked on various well-known shows and films. In this episode she talks about:Collaborating with a VFX teamWhy you shouldn't "fix it in post"Supporting indie projects is importantFollow us on social media!NewsletterWebsiteInstagramFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Braden Haggerty (she/her) is an underwater director of photography who has worked on Paramount+’s School Spirits, Disney+’s Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Netflix The Haunting of Bly Manor and more. In this episode, Braden talks about:Underwater safetyUnderstanding breath holdsCommunicating with other departmentsNew techniques for working underwaterFollow us on social media!NewsletterWebsiteInstagramFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob Guthrie (he/him) and Rissa Guthrie (she/her) have worked on various BC shows such as the Leo Award Winning Les Files Du Roi (2024), the Lifetime movie The Bad Seed Returns (2022), and APTN’s Shadow of the Rougarou (2022). In locations they’ve worked on projects such as Power Rangers (2017), Alpha (2018), and Bones of Crows (2022). As members of the Directors Guild of Canada, they work in between the locations and the Assistant Director department. On this episode, they talk about:Having a teamwork mindsetSpeaking up for your safetyMental health services available in the film industryFollow us on social media!NewsletterWebsiteInstagramFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matteo Angeles (he/him) is a playback operator on various films and television shows such as CW’s The Flash, HBO Max’s Peacemaker, Paramount+ School Spirits and more. Having started in this industry at a young age, Matteo talks about:Learning and adapting to changing technologyDifference between Canadian and American productionsPower of being motivatedFollow us on social media!NewsletterWebsiteInstagramFacebookProgram notes: BIPOC Credits Podcast is a self funded passion project with the goal of creating a platform for BIPOC crew members to talk about their own experiences and dreams. If you would like to sponsor/ support us, please email us at bipoc.credits.podcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carmen Thompson (she/her) is a costume designer on various films and television shows such as Bones of Crows, various Hallmarks and served as an Indigenous cultural consultant on Marvel’s Echo.  Carmen also talks about:Telling a story through wardrobeHer filmmaking journeyCamaraderie on set Follow us on social media!NewsletterWebsiteInstagramFacebookProgram notes: BIPOC Credits Podcast is a self funded passion project with the goal of creating a platform for BIPOC crew members to talk about their own experiences and dreams. If you would like to sponsor/ support us, please email us at bipoc.credits.podcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Abdul Malik (he/him) is a writer whose works has appeared on Transplant, Queen Tut, Streams Flow From a River, Allegiance and more.  Abdul’s writing career slowly came about after being told to drop out of film school.  He also talks about:The writer’s roomGaining more life experienceUnderstanding the egoFollow us on social media!NewsletterWebsiteInstagramFacebook Program notes: BIPOC Credits Podcast is a self funded passion project with the goal of creating a platform for BIPOC crew members to talk about their own experiences and dreams. If you would like to sponsor/ support us, please email us at bipoc.credits.podcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Caleb Chan (he/him) is a composer who frequently collaborates with his brother, Brian Chan. Featured in their string arrangements of Beyonce and Sza songs on Netflix’s, Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, Fairly Odd Parents: A New Wish and more. Caleb also talks about:The creative conversation and collaborationSetting boundariesFinding communityFollow us on social media!NewsletterWebsiteInstagramFacebook Program notes: BIPOC Credits Podcast is a self funded passion project with the goal of creating a platform for BIPOC crew members to talk about their own experiences and dreams. If you would like to sponsor/ support us, please email us at bipoc.credits.podcast@gmail.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Megan Wong (she/they) is an intimacy coordinator who has worked on Superman and Lois, Reginald the Vampire and other local indie productions to name a few.  Megan goes into detail about:Various terminologies Actionable ways other crew members can work with an ICThe preparation work of an IC and more!Follow us on social media!NewsletterWebsiteInstagramFacebook Program notes: BIPOC Credits Podcast is a self funded passion project with the goal of creating a platform for BIPOC crew members to talk about their own experiences and dreams. If you would like to sponsor/ support us, please email us at bipoc.credits.podcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Unit Manager and DGC BC Treasurer/Secretary Hans Dayal is an advocate for change. He has been a production manager for Disney+ Turner & Hooch, Netflix’s Virgin River and many other shows as a Location Manager. In this episode we explore:Deescalating workplace microaggressionHow to hold space for conversationThe changing landscape of the film industry over the yearsBeing part of the DGC BoardFollow us on social media!NewsletterWebsiteInstagramFacebook Program notes: BIPOC Credits Podcast is a self funded passion project with the goal of creating a platform for BIPOC crew members to talk about their own experiences and dreams. If you would like to sponsor/ support us, please email us at bipoc.credits.podcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy Wong (he/him) started as an actor then after years of not finding success he decided to enter film school to be a filmmaker.  Now he is an in-demand 2nd Assistant Director working on various Hallmarks, CW TV shows, Feature Films and more.  Furthermore, it is through his experience he is also an in-demand producer in the BC indie film scene. In this episode, Andy talks about:The Assistant Directors DepartmentReflecting on this podcastThe changing landscape of the film industryHaving a calm mindsetAlso, enjoy getting to know the host of this podcast! Follow us on social media!NewsletterWebsiteInstagramFacebook Program notes: BIPOC Credits Podcast is a self funded passion project with the goal of creating a platform for BIPOC crew members to talk about their own experiences and dreams. If you would like to sponsor/ support us, please email us at bipoc.credits.podcast@gmail.com Front Row Insurance Brokers arranges film production insurance to cover the risks associated with your production. We cover features, television series, docs, commercials, music videos, webisodes and other productions intended to be distributed on mobile devices: any content created by you—the producer. We help you achieve your artistic vision by minimizing production hazards and transferring risk. We cover budgets that range from $2,000 to $200,000,000: large or small, we can supply your production insurance solutions.You can use this coupon code for $25 off short-term film production insurance: BIPOCCredits$25off If you’re based in Canada (excluding Quebec, Ontario, Saskatchewan and New Brunswick), you can enter the code on step 4 of the short-term production insurance portal at this URL: shortshoot.frontrowinsurance.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex Shamku (he/him) is your go-to indie sound person in Vancouver.  He’s done it all from Run N Gun, Crazy8s, commercials and more. Alex goes into:Mics to use for various environmentsMentoring more folx Understanding spaces that affects soundFollow us on social media!NewsletterWebsiteInstagramFacebook Program notes: BIPOC Credits Podcast is a self funded passion project with the goal of creating a platform for BIPOC crew members to talk about their own experiences and dreams. If you would like to sponsor/ support us, please email us at bipoc.credits.podcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Damon Vignale (he/him) is a writer and showrunner of various shows such as The Murders, Motive, Common Law and more. It is a process where he is fully invested in the whole process to even being on set. Damon speaks about:The logistics of a writers’ roomThe responsibilities of a showrunnerHopes for the future of the writers’ roomFollow us on social media!NewsletterWebsiteInstagramFacebook Program notes: BIPOC Credits Podcast is a self funded passion project with the goal of creating a platform for BIPOC crew members to talk about their own experiences and dreams. If you would like to sponsor/ support us, please email us at bipoc.credits.podcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alfonso Chin (he/him) is a strong collaborator and a passionate cinematographer.  His works can be seen in David Fincher’s VOIR, Jason Karman’s Golden Delicious, Float that's produced by Aaron Au and more.  In this episode, Alfonso talks about:How to be a collaboratorWhat it's like working with different budgets and directorsWhen you need to get an agentFollow us on social media!NewsletterWebsiteInstagramFacebook Program notes: BIPOC Credits Podcast is a self funded passion project with the goal of creating a platform for BIPOC crew members to talk about their own experiences and dreams. If you would like to sponsor/ support us, please email us at bipoc.credits.podcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maritza Louis (she/her) is a visual development modeler / concept sculptor who has worked on so many notable films and games such as SpiderMan: Into The Spiderverse, Grand Theft Auto V, DC League of Superpets and more! She talks about:Indigenous representationAdvocating for yourselfGetting a seat at the tableSeeing a hopeful future in VFX and animationFollow us on social media!NewsletterWebsiteInstagramFacebook Program notes: BIPOC Credits Podcast is a self funded passion project with the goal of creating a platform for BIPOC crew members to talk about their own experiences and dreams. If you would like to sponsor/ support us, please email us at bipoc.credits.podcast@gmail.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Buket Biles (she/her) is a post coordinator/supervisor on Snowpiercer.  She is also part of the Vancouver Post Alliance (VPA) and serves on the Board as a Events Committee Chair.  Her journey started from working on the major films in Turkey in the post production world.  On this episode she talks about:The importance of finding community in every country Embracing all the hiccupsAdvice for immigrants who wish to enter the North American film industryThe vast world of post productionFollow us on social media!NewsletterWebsiteInstagramFacebook Program notes: BIPOC Credits Podcast is a self funded passion project with the goal of creating a platform for BIPOC crew members to talk about their own experiences and dreams. If you would like to sponsor/ support us, please email us at bipoc.credits.podcast@gmail.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Being an Assistant Locations Manager (ALM) within the Locations Department to Mark Wilmot is the foundation for film. Without the permits or location, there is NO film!  Mark talks about:Why civilians and film people can’t co-existEstablishing relationships with people outside of filmWhy caring is importantWhy DGC training programs need an upgradeFollow us on social media!NewsletterWebsiteInstagramFacebook Program notes: BIPOC Credits Podcast is a self funded passion project with the goal of creating a platform for BIPOC crew members to talk about their own experiences and dreams. If you would like to sponsor/ support us, please email us at bipoc.credits.podcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As a Chartered Accountant, Vishal Hiralal’s story of entering the film industry was through a chance conversation with a lighting person on his LA bound flight! His journey led him to re-train his skills to better serve the film industry as an Accountant for creatives and more! He further speaks about:The fluidity of the professionThe rewarding feeling of helping others achieve their goalsStarting up Cinephile AccountingBetting on yourselfFollow us on social media!NewsletterWebsiteInstagramFacebook Program notes: BIPOC Credits Podcast is a self funded passion project with the goal of creating a platform for BIPOC crew members to talk about their own experiences and dreams. If you would like to sponsor/ support us, please email us at bipoc.credits.podcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.