The Play Gap: Women Behind the Camera in Sports

Date TBA

In 2024, women's sports will generate $1B in revenue. In this session, four directors share why the next wave of growth won't just come from women on the court and field, but from women working behind the camera in sports. Go inside the elite world where the filmmakers have cleared age-old obstacles. Equipped with access and vision, the storytellers willed their documentaries to life. They share thrilling anecdotes about sports legends and lessons learned on the way. Most importantly, the speakers share how helping one another is the antidote to exclusivity and competition in film and sports.

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photo of Maeyen Bassey

Maeyen Bassey

Mabam! Entertainment

photo of Tarana Mayes

Tarana Mayes

Capacity Media, LLC

photo of Deborah Riley Draper

Deborah Riley Draper

Coffee Bluff Pictures

photo of Maya Washington

Maya Washington

Running Water Entertainment

Primary Access
Platinum Badge
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Film & TV Badge
Secondary Access
Music Badge
About
Format: Panel
Type: Session
Level: Intermediate