Vivian Hua is the director of the Northwest Film Forum (NWFF) , a non-profit film and arts center dedicated to public dialogue and creative action through collective cinematic experiences. Prior to NWFF, Vivian was Communications Manager for ICANNWiki, a collaborative resource dedicated to simplifying the complex issues, policies, and players in the sphere of internet governance. Vivian was also editor in chief of REDEFINE Magazine, a print and web magazine focused on music and the arts.

Vivian got a BA in sociology focused on Law, Society & Justice. Social justice has been a central theme in Vivian's life and is reflected in the work she pursues. In 2017, Vivian released Searching Skies, a narrative short film about a Syrian refugee family. The film was screened in 50 venues across the US and accompanied by a discussion series where people could meet a Muslim person, sometimes for the first time, and ask questions.

In today's episode, we talk about Vivian's vision for the NWFF, Vivian's sudden decision to pursue film upon turning 30, and exploring social justice with film.

Quote

When I turned 30, I had a personal revelation. I spent my entire 20's supporting other peoples art … So how do I work on my own now and had a calling to do film

– Vivian Hua

Notes

what is NWFF

getting started in film

divination and following signs

typical day

hosting film discussions

searching skies

current projects

routines to recharge

vr and film

community and diversity at NWFF

marketing art

Closing

inspiration

being inspired by the person that you're with

surprising fact

used to be a huge raver and gamer

principles

be authentic to who you are

closing

anyone who has a cool idea, reach out to Vivian and the NWFF

open to random emails

Links

NWFF

REDEFINE

Searching Skies

Tessa Hulls

Vivian's Website

The Seventh Art Stand

Katamari Damacy

Searching

Bandersnatch

Contact

LinkedIn

Email: [email protected]