Breaking Barriers & Building Empires: Kimberly Ogletree on Producing, BET, and Greenlight Women
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In this powerhouse episode of Best in Fest, award-winning producer and industry trailblazer Kimberly Ogletree shares her incredible journey through music videos, television, and independent filmmaking. From working with icons like Russell Simmons, Stevie Wonder, and Julie Dash to producing groundbreaking content for BET, Viacom, and MTV, Kimberly reveals how she transitioned from million-dollar music videos to producing ten original TV movies on a shoestring budget—paving the way for Black storytelling in Hollywood.
Now serving as the President of Greenlight Women, Kimberly discusses her mission to champion women over 40 in entertainment, tackle ageism, and create inclusive, family-focused content. Tune in as she dives into the art of creative producing, the challenges of studio-level oversight, and the importance of saying "yes" even when the odds are stacked against you.
Whether you're a filmmaker, a fan of behind-the-scenes Hollywood insights, or looking to break into the industry, this episode is a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and representation.
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