The Entertainment Industry Foundation has launched the Eif Careers Program, an initiative designed to create a more diverse talent pipeline to careers in film and television by increasing the number of underrepresented candidates in entry-level production jobs. Eif says it also plans to expand the program to include entry-level corporate and administrative roles, as well.
In partnership with Crewvie, the digital hiring platform for entertainment professionals, the program is funded by the James Irvine Foundation and the Best Buy Foundation, and is housed on Crewvie’s existing database. It’s open to candidates who do not yet have any production credits, and there is no charge to studios and networks to access candidates’ profiles. The program’s steering committee includes executives from Sony Pictures Entertainment, Disney General Entertainment, NBCUniversal and WarnerMedia.
You can see the program’s website here.
“We are in a unique position to support entry-level talent in...
In partnership with Crewvie, the digital hiring platform for entertainment professionals, the program is funded by the James Irvine Foundation and the Best Buy Foundation, and is housed on Crewvie’s existing database. It’s open to candidates who do not yet have any production credits, and there is no charge to studios and networks to access candidates’ profiles. The program’s steering committee includes executives from Sony Pictures Entertainment, Disney General Entertainment, NBCUniversal and WarnerMedia.
You can see the program’s website here.
“We are in a unique position to support entry-level talent in...
- 5/5/2021
- by David Robb
- Deadline Film + TV
In better times than these, Hollywood’s charities were a lifeline for thousands of industry workers in need of a little help just to get by. In 2020, that need exploded exponentially as the Covid-19 pandemic ravaged lives, livelihoods and life savings.
Mary Pickford, who co-founded the Motion Picture & Television Fund nearly 100 years ago in the wake of another worldwide pandemic, could have been speaking for all of the industry’s charities when she said: “We see a need, and we fill it.” And that need is greater today than ever before. “When there is no income, there are still bills,” observed an actress who received financial assistance from the SAG-AFTRA Foundation early on in the coronavirus pandemic.
Just how great the need has been – and remains – is evident in the historic number of folks asking for help, and the record-shattering level of assistance they’ve been provided by the industry’s major charitable organizations.
Mary Pickford, who co-founded the Motion Picture & Television Fund nearly 100 years ago in the wake of another worldwide pandemic, could have been speaking for all of the industry’s charities when she said: “We see a need, and we fill it.” And that need is greater today than ever before. “When there is no income, there are still bills,” observed an actress who received financial assistance from the SAG-AFTRA Foundation early on in the coronavirus pandemic.
Just how great the need has been – and remains – is evident in the historic number of folks asking for help, and the record-shattering level of assistance they’ve been provided by the industry’s major charitable organizations.
- 12/24/2020
- by David Robb
- Deadline Film + TV
The Big Four broadcasters will televise a live commencement ceremony May 16 for the nation’s high school graduates, who, due to the coronavirus pandemic, are stuck at home and unable to celebrate with their classmates what should be a landmark moment. “Graduate Together” will feature a commencement address by former President Obama, speeches and appearances by activist Malala Yousafzai, the Jonas Brothers, actor Yara Shahidi and more — and is being produced by the Entertainment Industry Foundation along with the Xq Institute and the LeBron James Family Foundation.
Nicole Sexton, who joined Eif as president and CEO in 2017, spoke with Variety about the ceremony and how the organization is working with the industry to respond to the pandemic.
How did “Graduate Together” come together? We have a long-standing relationship with Xq Institute, which is a nonprofit organization dedicated to challenging traditional education platforms and ways of teaching. This period of time...
Nicole Sexton, who joined Eif as president and CEO in 2017, spoke with Variety about the ceremony and how the organization is working with the industry to respond to the pandemic.
How did “Graduate Together” come together? We have a long-standing relationship with Xq Institute, which is a nonprofit organization dedicated to challenging traditional education platforms and ways of teaching. This period of time...
- 5/14/2020
- by Daniel Holloway
- Variety Film + TV
The Entertainment Industry Foundation has launched the Covid-19 Response Fund to help those affected by the coronavirus crisis.
“During the Covid-19 pandemic, our own community has been impacted tremendously. Productions have halted, many displaced workers have found themselves without pay or medical care, and live entertainment is at a standstill. Every aspect of the entertainment business has been disrupted,” the foundation said in a statement.
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The organization said the fund will provide relief to those who work in the entertainment industry who are most vulnerable to the effects of the economic crisis. Funds also will support the public health response to...
“During the Covid-19 pandemic, our own community has been impacted tremendously. Productions have halted, many displaced workers have found themselves without pay or medical care, and live entertainment is at a standstill. Every aspect of the entertainment business has been disrupted,” the foundation said in a statement.
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The organization said the fund will provide relief to those who work in the entertainment industry who are most vulnerable to the effects of the economic crisis. Funds also will support the public health response to...
- 3/23/2020
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
The Entertainment Industry Foundation has launched the Covid-19 response fund to provide financial relief to entertainment industry workers affected by coronavirus-related shutdowns.
“During the Covid-19 pandemic, our own community has been impacted tremendously. Productions have halted, many displaced workers have found themselves without pay or medical care, and live entertainment is at a standstill. Every aspect of the entertainment business has been disrupted,” the fund said in a statement.
The foundation said that funds will also support the public health response including the prevention, detection, and treatment of new cases of Covid-19.
“As a partner to the entertainment industry, we are here for those in need in a time of crisis, whether it be a natural disaster or a global pandemic,” said Eif president and CEO Nicole Sexton. “Together, we can help to ease the financial pressure that is felt by so many in our community and beyond as we...
“During the Covid-19 pandemic, our own community has been impacted tremendously. Productions have halted, many displaced workers have found themselves without pay or medical care, and live entertainment is at a standstill. Every aspect of the entertainment business has been disrupted,” the fund said in a statement.
The foundation said that funds will also support the public health response including the prevention, detection, and treatment of new cases of Covid-19.
“As a partner to the entertainment industry, we are here for those in need in a time of crisis, whether it be a natural disaster or a global pandemic,” said Eif president and CEO Nicole Sexton. “Together, we can help to ease the financial pressure that is felt by so many in our community and beyond as we...
- 3/23/2020
- by Variety Staff
- Variety Film + TV
Now this is a surprise worth celebrating! Earlier today, Hollywood's biggest stars attended The Hollywood Reporter's 2019 Power 100 Women in Entertainment event presented by Lifetime. Held at Milk Studios in Los Angeles, the event featured dozens of teens currently taking part in the Women in Entertainment Mentorship Program. In between hearing inspiring speeches from strong women like Reese Witherspoon, the students received a surprise of their own. "For many years, Wie has been backed by two very special organizations, Lifetime and the Entertainment Industry Foundation. I'd like to thank Lifetime's Paul Buccieri and Michael Feeney and Eif's Nicole Sexton and Chris Silbermann for all...
- 12/12/2019
- E! Online
Update: Facebook will donate $250k to the American Red Cross to help those affected by the California wildfires. The social media service has also activated its “Safety Check” feature for the Camp Fire and Woolsey Fire.
People looking to help those impacted by the fires can also visit the Facebook “Crisis Response” pages to donate to relief efforts, create a fundraiser, or offer help. You can find the crisis response page for the Camp Fire here and Woolsey Fire here. So far, more than 200 people have requested help, with more than 650 responding. Most requests are for information, food and shelter.
Facebook also has the following pages devoted to information:
Camp Fire Butte County Resource Group #CampFire (1,237 members) – People are sharing news, updates, resources, and helping each other find missing loved ones and pets. One woman found a dog near Magalia, CA and the members of the community identified the dog...
People looking to help those impacted by the fires can also visit the Facebook “Crisis Response” pages to donate to relief efforts, create a fundraiser, or offer help. You can find the crisis response page for the Camp Fire here and Woolsey Fire here. So far, more than 200 people have requested help, with more than 650 responding. Most requests are for information, food and shelter.
Facebook also has the following pages devoted to information:
Camp Fire Butte County Resource Group #CampFire (1,237 members) – People are sharing news, updates, resources, and helping each other find missing loved ones and pets. One woman found a dog near Magalia, CA and the members of the community identified the dog...
- 11/10/2018
- by Erik Pedersen and Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Founded in 1942 by Samuel Goldwyn, the Entertainment Industry Foundation was formed to leverage the power of showbiz for various charitable organizations. Goldwyn leaned on the help of such friends as Humphrey Bogart, James Cagney, Joan Crawford and Harry, Albert, Sam and Jack L. Warner in the early days of the Permanent Charities Committee of the Motion Picture Industry, as the organization was originally known.
In the decades since, Eif has spawned and collaborated with many high-profile philanthropic programs, such as Stand Up to Cancer, Revlon Run Walk, National Colorectal Cancer Research Alliance, Music for Relief, Xq and Hunger Is. Thus far, Eif has pledged more than $1 billion for its philanthropic initiatives.
“Seventy-five years ago, when my grandfather Samuel Goldwyn founded Eif, it was with the understanding that the collective power of the entertainment community had the ability to impact critical health, education and social issues in a positive way,” says John Goldwyn,...
In the decades since, Eif has spawned and collaborated with many high-profile philanthropic programs, such as Stand Up to Cancer, Revlon Run Walk, National Colorectal Cancer Research Alliance, Music for Relief, Xq and Hunger Is. Thus far, Eif has pledged more than $1 billion for its philanthropic initiatives.
“Seventy-five years ago, when my grandfather Samuel Goldwyn founded Eif, it was with the understanding that the collective power of the entertainment community had the ability to impact critical health, education and social issues in a positive way,” says John Goldwyn,...
- 8/8/2018
- by Malina Saval
- Variety Film + TV
Hollywood observed an important anniversary last week – 75 years of charitable giving under the aegis of the Entertainment Industry Foundation (Eif).
Entertainment Industry Foundation 75th Anniversary Party hosted by Tony and John Goldwyn
Credit/Copyright: Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images for Entertainment Industry Foundation
Tony and John Goldwyn hosted the 75th anniversary celebration for the Entertainment Industry Foundation, one of Hollywood’s leading charities, which their grandfather Samuel Goldwyn helped found.
Eif was founded in 1942 by Hollywood luminaries Samuel Goldwyn, Humphrey Bogart, James Cagney, Gene Kelly, Joan Crawford, Cecil B. DeMille, and the Warner brothers, to leverage the voices and creative talents of the entire entertainment industry to raise funds for vital causes. With the support of actors and executives; guild and union members; and employees of studios, networks and talent agencies, more than $1 billion has been pledged since its inception for Eif initiatives addressing important health, education and social issues.
“For 75 years,...
Entertainment Industry Foundation 75th Anniversary Party hosted by Tony and John Goldwyn
Credit/Copyright: Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images for Entertainment Industry Foundation
Tony and John Goldwyn hosted the 75th anniversary celebration for the Entertainment Industry Foundation, one of Hollywood’s leading charities, which their grandfather Samuel Goldwyn helped found.
Eif was founded in 1942 by Hollywood luminaries Samuel Goldwyn, Humphrey Bogart, James Cagney, Gene Kelly, Joan Crawford, Cecil B. DeMille, and the Warner brothers, to leverage the voices and creative talents of the entire entertainment industry to raise funds for vital causes. With the support of actors and executives; guild and union members; and employees of studios, networks and talent agencies, more than $1 billion has been pledged since its inception for Eif initiatives addressing important health, education and social issues.
“For 75 years,...
- 3/27/2018
- Look to the Stars
The Entertainment Industry Foundation (Eif) is thrilled to announce the addition of Music for Relief, a global humanitarian assistance fund, to its philanthropic portfolio.
Brad Delson of Linkin Park, Eif Board Chair Chris Silbermann, Eif Board Member Sherry Lansing, Rob Bourdon of Linkin Park, and Eif CEO Nicole Sexton
Credit/Copyright: Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images for Entertainment Industry Foundation
Founded by the band Linkin Park in response to the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, Music For Relief will become the official crisis relief program of Eif, and will provide aid to survivors of natural disasters around the world. Since its inception, Music For Relief has responded to more than 30 natural disasters across four continents – including Hurricane Katrina, and the earthquakes in Haiti in 2010, in Japan in 2011, and in Nepal in 2015.
“The Entertainment Industry Foundation has the capability to activate the entertainment community around a cause, which is what we set out to achieve with Music For Relief,...
Brad Delson of Linkin Park, Eif Board Chair Chris Silbermann, Eif Board Member Sherry Lansing, Rob Bourdon of Linkin Park, and Eif CEO Nicole Sexton
Credit/Copyright: Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images for Entertainment Industry Foundation
Founded by the band Linkin Park in response to the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, Music For Relief will become the official crisis relief program of Eif, and will provide aid to survivors of natural disasters around the world. Since its inception, Music For Relief has responded to more than 30 natural disasters across four continents – including Hurricane Katrina, and the earthquakes in Haiti in 2010, in Japan in 2011, and in Nepal in 2015.
“The Entertainment Industry Foundation has the capability to activate the entertainment community around a cause, which is what we set out to achieve with Music For Relief,...
- 3/26/2018
- Look to the Stars
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