Visiting speaker: Jasmine Dotiwala

Broadcaster, Producer, Director and Columnist Jasmine Dotiwala is visiting Greenford to give a talk on Friday 16 December at 11am. 

Jasmine grew up in this area before going on to work across a variety of media roles in a 25-year career. The Speakers for Schools website introduction for Jasmine says the following:

"Jasmine Dotiwala has over 25 years of experience as a Head of department, manager, broadcaster, producer, director and columnist at brands like Netflix UK, Media Trust, Channel 4 News, MTV and more. In 2020 she moved into a role working with the Netflix UK Editorial & Publishing team. She continues to support Media Trust programmes.

"As a multi-media reporter and producer as well as a reputed D&I specialist, Jasmine developed the industry lauded, ground-breaking Media Trust broadcast trainee programme London360, whose (over 400 to date) diverse alumni have since taken up senior positions all across TV broadcasters and the creative industries in the UK. As Head of Youth Media at Media Trust Jasmine oversaw media training programming from TV Production, to radio podcasting, to vlogging and more, with thousands of young people all across the UK Nations & Regions. She leaves a legacy of diverse talent across the creative industries."

This is a brilliant opportunity for Media students to hear from and question a key media personality - and also ask about diversity in the cultural industries. Think about David Hesmondhalgh's work in this area and what impact a lack of diversity in the media can have on society.

This Twitter thread from Jasmine is a brilliant example of what we can expect:

Think about what my industry was like before diversity was a focus.
I grew up never seeing people of different races, genders & sexualities on TV. I never saw disabled people on TV & ads.
Look what happens when we empower women to play football...Paralympic athletes....Pride..

— Jasmine Dotiwala (@jasminedotiwala) August 4, 2022

We're encouraging all Post-16 Media students to attend the talk but if you have another lesson at that time you will need to discuss this with your teacher in advance to ensure they are happy for you to attend. You will also need to catch up with any missed work.

We look forward to seeing you there!