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"Redefining Beauty: Kristie Raymond on Inclusive Casting and Authentic Representation"
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In this conversation, Kristie Raymond discusses her revolutionary approach to modeling and casting, focusing on inclusivity and representation for individuals with disabilities. She emphasizes the importance of building a talent pool of adaptive talent to ensure authentic representation in media. Kristie shares her journey in founding Humankind Casting, her experiences in the industry, and the impact of inclusive casting on individuals and society. The conversation highlights the need for education, awareness, and collaboration to create opportunities for underrepresented communities in the modeling world.
takeaways
- Creating a talent pool of adaptive talent is essential for inclusive casting.
- Representation matters in advertising and media.
- Building confidence in individuals with disabilities can change their lives.
- The modeling industry needs to evolve to include diverse talent.
- Education and awareness are crucial for industry professionals.
- Inclusive casting can lead to authentic representation in media.
- The journey of Humankind Casting is about empowering individuals.
- Collaboration with organizations can enhance opportunities for talent.
- The impact of advertising on the disability community is significant.
- Creating a supportive environment fosters growth and confidence.
titles
- Revolutionizing Representation in Modeling
- Building a Talent Pool for Inclusive Casting
Sound Bites
- "It's about the human connection."
- "Representation matters, right?"
- "It's okay to go for inclusive casting."
Chapters
00:00
Technical Difficulties and Introduction
02:50
The Importance of Inclusive Casting
05:56
Authenticity in Representation
09:12
Building Confidence Through Modeling
11:57
The Journey of Kristie Raymond
15:54
Founding Humankind Casting
19:04
Challenges in the Industry
21:55
Creating a Talent Pool
25:09
The Future of Inclusive Casting
31:15
Scaling Opportunities in Secondary Markets
34:40
Building a Diverse Talent Pool
37:18
The Importance of Representation
39:12
Authenticity in Advertising
42:04
Impact of DEI Policies
44:42
The Casting Process Explained
46:18
Expanding Clinics and Opportunities
51:14
Educating the Industry
55:12
Empowering Creatives
58:14
Navigating the Hiring Process
https://www.youarehumankind.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristieraymond/
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