Seen on the Screen with Jacqueline Coley
When Animation Meets Collaboration with Morenike Dosu
July 31, 2024 · 26 min
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A DEI director at DreamWorks explains how cultural curiosity makes animated stories more authentic.
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In this episode
- How a childhood love of cartoons can shape a meaningful career in animation
- What fostering inclusion actually looks like inside a major animation studio
- Why cultural curiosity is a practical tool for more authentic storytelling
- How one career path stretched from Australian productions to the world of Shrek
About this episode
What happens when a love of animation meets a passion for collaboration? Meet Morenike Dosu, the Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at DreamWorks Animation. Nike's lifelong appreciation for animation began as a kid rushing home from school to watch Darkwing Duck to now working in her pivotal role at DreamWorks where she helps foster inclusive and collaborative environments. From unpacking how cultural curiosity and celebration can unlock authentic storytelling, to seeing her kids discover her name in the credits of their favorite movie, learn how one career can take you from animation productions in Australia to the Kingdom of Far Far Away and everywhere in between.
About Seen on the Screen with Jacqueline Coley
A podcast series hosted by Jacqueline Coley, Awards Editor at Rotten Tomatoes. Claim your ticket to witness the personal narratives happening behind the scenes of film and entertainment. Each episode invites you into intimate conversations with filmmakers, actors and industry insiders.
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