Lois Vossen
Executive Producer
Playlists
All Videos (36)
- What I Do
- My Career Path
- Great Part
- Typical Day
- Going to Award Shows
- Films Produced by Independent Lens
- Let the Filmmaker tell the Story
- Screening ans Selecting Documentaries
- Broadcasting the Black Panther Documentary
- Why a Career in Film
- Why Should Girls Consider a career in Film
- Challenges
- Skills to Develop
- Get Involve with Film Festivals
- What Film Festivals Jurors Look for in Films
- Education
- Favorite Subjects
- Helpful Teachers
- Did it Anyway
- Skills From Childhood
- Goals
- Heroes
- Staying Motivated
- Inspired by Women in Television
- Advice
- Speak Your Truth
- Overcoming Obstacles
- Tips to Develop Resiliency
- Jobs vs Career
- The importance of Storytelling
- Importance of Early Work Experience
- The Importance of Financial Literacy
- Leadership Advice for Girls
- Tips for Girls who are Interested in Filmaking
- Documentaries Girls Should Watch
Bio
Watch Lois Vossen, Executive Producer and Founder of the PBS television film series Independent Lens, which is seen in every city of the country. The series’ focus is diversity. Its primary goal is working with and funding filmmakers who are non-white and/or women. Lois says the best part of her job is the filmmakers and viewers that she gets to reach. She advises girls to work hard, follow their passion, find something they love and cultivate great friends. She says girls should consider a career in film because the industry – despite challenges – needs women storytellers, producers and writers.
Related Role Models
Skills You Need to Succeed
Still Undecided? Explore by Interest >