Soul 2023: Producing To Power In The 21st Century

“Producing to Power” (P2P) refers to filmmakers, media, and platform executives; producers and showrunners; and digital and social media creators telling their authentic stories from the margins to advocate for social issues. Perhaps there is no greater example of P2P than Ellis Haizlip, the legendary producer and host of the PBS series SOUL! From 1968 to 1973, at the height of the civil rights movement, Haizlip’s groundbreaking program featured and elevated the concerns and cultures of the Black community. Dedicated to the work and legacy of Haizlip, this event will include access to the award-winning documentary Mr. SOUL! , and present an uplifting conversation featuring its producer, Melissa Haizlip , and other special guests to be announced, moderated by USC Annenberg professor Robeson Taj Frazier . SOUL 2023 will offer inspiration, insight, and a roadmap for today’s storytellers, communication and media professionals, and other promoters of culture who are committed to amplifying voices and creating change through media. Click to read more. More Info below.