WeAreNetflix

WeAreNetflix episodes:

• 12.08.2022

  Netflix Films

  In this final episode of the season, our Film executives discuss our upcoming Netflix Film slate, evolution in film and what’s on the horizon (where we came from, where we are going).

  
• 10.26.2022

  Building a Global Franchise with La Casa De Papel

  In this episode, we explore how Netflix is answering the call from fans to expand our stories both on screen and beyond. From a global hit series, to a Korean spinoff, to consumer products and live experiences, we focus on...

  
• 10.11.2022

  The Inside Story of Creating Games at Netflix

  With an estimated 3 billion gamers in the world, Netflix is in a unique position to change the game once again, being at the intersection of entertainment and technology. We speak with Mike Verdu, VP of Games, and pull back...

  
• 09.14.2022

  The Science and Storytelling of Sustainability at Netflix

  Last year, Netflix made a pledge to reduce carbon emissions.. In this episode, we speak with Emma Stewart, Netflix Sustainability Officer and Shannon Bart, who leads sustainability on film and TV productions. We discuss how Netflix is progressing on...

  
• 09.07.2022

  A Sneak Peek at What’s to Come for Season 6

  From DVDs to streaming, the U.S. to 190+ countries and licensing to producing our own films and TV series; Netflix is no stranger to change. In Season 6 of the WeAreNetflix podcast, we're diving into the areas Netflix is evolving...

  
• 12.22.2021

  Career Growth and Development

  How does career growth occur in a freedom and responsibility company like Netflix? Netflix employees including leaders in Human Resources discuss our approach to growth and development and their personal experiences within it.

  
• 11.02.2021

  Working Parents at Netflix

  Let's be real: being a parent and/or care giver is a full time job in of itself. Hear from working parents at Netflix about their personal experiences and how they support one another.

  
• 09.23.2021

  Unique Career Paths

  Remember pop singer Vitamin C whose hit song "Graduation" might have made you cry at your graduation? Well she works at Netflix now, leading the creative music direction for your favorite Netflix films and series! On this episode of the...

  
• 07.27.2021

  Netflix Culture: Feedback

  In this special season of the WeAreNetflix Podcast, our host, Lyle Troxell, chats with Netflix colleagues from around the globe on various topics about Netflix's workplace culture. In this episode, we focus on feedback. Openness to feedback is one of...

  
• 04.29.2021

  Launching TikTok for Netflix

  Over the last year, Netflix’s TikTok following grew by 10.5 million people -- more than any other brand. On this episode of WeAreNetflix, we talk to Gena-mour, Jimena and Kelli who manage Netflix’s TikTok accounts for the U.K, Latin America...

  
• 01.16.2021

  The Queen's Gambit: The Making Of

  Kicking off Season 4 of the WeAreNetflix Podcast are William Horberg (Executive Producer of The Queen’s Gambit) and Blair Fetter (Director of Original Series at Netflix) for an inside look on the creative partnership between Netflix and The Queen's Gambit...

  
• 12.04.2020

  Made by India, Watched By the World

  In any given year, India produces more movies than any other nation on earth -- hundreds more than the United States even. On this episode of the We Are Netflix podcast, we’re joined by Monika Shergill, Vice President of Content...

  
• 11.11.2020

  Increasing Representation in Production Through ION

  Noelle Green, Director of Production Management, explains the initiative to increase representation and diversity in Netflix’s productions through its program called ION (Inclusion, Outreach, and Networking).

  
• 09.22.2020

  Building a Studio in the Cloud

  Recorded prior to Covid-19, a behind the scenes look at Netflix’s efforts around building a studio in the cloud, with a focus on both Netflix’s production and post-production application efforts including studio media management.

  
• 09.08.2020

  No Rules Rules: Co-CEO Reed Hastings on his new book about Netflix’s Culture

  Co-CEO Reed Hastings discusses his new book, No Rules Rules (co-written by culture expert Erin Meyer), which pulls back the curtain on Netflix’s work culture including his thoughts on the first days of Netflix, how candor leads to excellence, streaming...

  
• 08.21.2020

  Addressing Anti-Black Racism and Promoting Allyship in the Workplace Part 2 of 2

  In Part 2, Vernā Myers (Head of Inclusion) and Wade Davis (Vice President of Inclusion) explore what it will take to create an anti-racist organization at Netflix, and the implications for hiring, leadership, and company culture.

  
• 08.14.2020

  Addressing Anti-Black Racism and Promoting Allyship in the Workplace

  In part one of this two-part series, Vernā Myers (Head of Inclusion at Netflix) and Wade Davis (Vice President of Inclusion) discuss the effects of anti-Blackness, the importance of recognizing racial inequities in the workplace and helping employees to understand...

  
• 04.11.2020

  Interactive Storytelling at Netflix

  Vice President of Original Series Andy Weil and Director of Product Innovation Carla Engelbrecht discuss how content and product worked together to launch Interactive Storytelling at Netflix. Using Bandersnatch as a case study, they pull back the curtain on the...

  
• 02.04.2020

  Creative Production at Netflix

  Creative Production at Netflix is a bit like air traffic control for a piece of content landing on the service. Whether it is subtitles, dubbing, tagging, trailers, imagery, marketing assets, and more - creative production is truly the intersection of...

  
• 01.21.2020

  Legal at Netflix

  After 18 years of being at Netflix and growing from a team of 1 to more than 650, David Hyman - General Counsel for Netflix - discusses what risk and innovation on the legal team looks like, what qualities they...

  
• 01.04.2020

  S2: Netflix Brazil

  Thiago Lopes, Vice President of Marketing for Brazil, discusses Netflix’s marketing strategy and how autonomy and decision-making works regionally in a global company.

  
• 12.21.2019

  S2: Netflix Korea

  Jinah Kim (Director of Marketing, Korea) and Minyoung Kim (Director of Content, Korea) join us to discuss Netflix’s growth in Korea, the journey from script to screen with the Netflix original Kingdom, and how inclusion and diversity differs in Korea.

  
• 12.02.2019

  S2: Animation at Netflix, Part 2

  In part 2 of our special episodes highlighting Netflix Animation, we focus on the Netflix Animation studio featuring our head of character animation, James Baxter, and Netflix animation studio creative director, Phil Rynda.

  
• 11.22.2019

  S2: Animation at Netflix

  In a special two part series focusing on Netflix Animation, we reveal what’s on the horizon for Netflix in the Animation space. In episode 1 we have Melissa Cobb, head of Original Animation, and Mike Moon, head of Adult Animation,...

  
• 09.03.2019

  S2: Local Language Content at Netflix

  Bela Bajaria, Netflix’s Vice President of International Originals, discusses her journey from an assistant to content executive, what’s on the horizon for Netflix original content outside of the United States, and how the Netflix culture allows writers and showrunners to...

  
• 07.15.2019

  S2: EU Public Policy at Netflix

  Director of EU Public Policy, Marzena Rembowski, discusses as we grow within Europe, how our business interacts with governments and how these decisions impact and shape the broader ecosystem of Netflix as a company.

  
• 07.08.2019

  S2: Netflix EMEA: Regional Marketing for Northern, Central, & Eastern Europe

  Carmen Verrier, Director of Marketing for Benelux & Nordics and Jacek Ambrosiewicz Marketing Manager with a focus on Poland and Romania, discuss their experiences working at Netflix, promoting our original titles, and the challenges of emerging markets.

  
• 06.19.2019

  S2: Business Development and Partnerships at Netflix

  Business Development at Netflix is not just about deals - it is about building partnerships that are mutually beneficial. Vice President of Business Development, Maria Ferreras, discusses business development partnerships within the EMEA region, including Telefonica and Sky and why...

  
• 05.27.2019

  S2: Anime at Netflix

  Taito Okiura, Director of International Originals - Anime and John Derderian, Director of Content - Japan discuss content strategy in Japan and what’s to come for Netflix.

  
• 04.22.2019

  S2: Brené Brown and Vernā Myers Discuss Inclusion and Diversity

  In a special live taping for the WeAreNetflix podcast, Dr. Brené Brown (Research Professor at the University of Houston and author of five #1 NYT best-sellers) and Vernā Myers (Head of Inclusion and Diversity at Netflix) have a candid...

  
• 03.29.2019

  S2: Netflix Product

  Netflix’s Chief Product Officer Greg Peters discusses his 10-year career at Netflix, his management style, and the many innovations his team is working on, from Netflix’s recommendation system to its video streaming process, user interface, and new tools for creating...

  
• 02.27.2019

  S2: Recruiting at Netflix

  Vice President of Talent Acquisition Nellie Peshkov and Recruiter Kim Taylor discuss Netflix’s unique approach to recruitment, what they look for in candidates, and the importance of inclusion and diversity when it comes to recruiting.

  
• 02.18.2019

  S1: Web Video and TV UI Engineering

  Maria Kazandjieva who manages Cadmium, our web video player and Valerie Balcom, a senior software engineer on the TV UI Application, discuss working in engineering at Netflix and what it takes to thrive in the Netflix culture.

  
• 02.15.2019

  S1: Science and Analytics Supporting Physical Production

  Manager of Studio Growth Science and Analytics, Jen Walraven, discusses using data to support the operational and logistical side of production, and how this supports content creators at Netflix in bringing their ideas to life around the world.

  
• 02.12.2019

  S1: Original Films at Netflix

  Creative Executive, Tahirah Gooden, discusses her role in making Netflix Original Films go from script to screen, the importance of representation, and what's on the horizon in the film space.

  
• 02.06.2019

  S1: Product Creative at Netflix

  The compelling images, video, and text, that help you decide what to watch on Netflix are created by Megan Imbres’ team. Megan, Director of Product Creative, discusses her journey at Netflix from marketing to product, how she runs her team,...

  
• 02.04.2019

  S1: Chaos Engineering at Netflix

  Meet the teams that aim to provide an uninterrupted Netflix experience! Haley Tucker from Resilience Engineering and Aaron Blohowiak from Demand Engineering discuss Chaos Engineering, High Availability and how they create a reliable system out of inherently unreliable parts.

  
• 02.01.2019

  HR Physical Production

  Production HR Leaders Lisa Collins and Darren Chiappetta discuss what it's like to provide HR support to Netflix productions, and help to create a safe and thriving work environment.

  
• 12.13.2018

  S1: Publicity at Netflix

  PR Directors Lindsay Colker and Don Halcombe discuss what it is like working on the Netflix Publicity team, their approach to hiring, and how the Netflix culture has shaped their personal and professional lives.

  
• 11.30.2018

  S1: Netflix EMEA: Marketing for Germany

  Director of Marketing for Germany, Felix Pace, and Manager of Marketing Production for Northern Europe, Junis Lampert, discuss their journey to Netflix, their experience with the culture, and the work they are doing for the German market.

  
• 10.31.2018

  S1: Design Thinking at Netflix

  Product and Motion Designers Alex Bronkie and Michaela Tedore discuss working on the Netflix Product Design team and how they create experiences that help over a hundred million global members discover what to watch.

  
• 10.14.2018

  S1: Post Production at Netflix

  Director of Worldwide Post Production, Sean Cooney, and Talent Acquisition partner Talia Williams chat about the unique process and challenges of growing strong global support for Post Production at Netflix.

  
• 07.27.2018

  S1: Machine Learning Infrastructure at Netflix

  Hiring, firing, managing, and freedom and responsibility. Julie Pitt and Faisal Siddiqi discuss improving our infrastructure around new technologies and empowering data scientists to use their machine learnings models to make Netflix better every day.

  
• 06.26.2018

  S1: Streaming Security at Netflix

  Senior Software Engineers, Filip Paun and Bertrand Mollinier Toublet discuss working on the Streaming Security team at Netflix, being let go and coming back, and culture at Netflix.

  
• 05.26.2018

  S1: How We Hire at Netflix

  Netflix recruiters Chrissy Running and Mike Jones discuss the hiring process at Netflix; diversity, freedom and responsibility, compensation, vacation, and more. A lively and fun conversation with Lyle Troxell and Michael Paulson.

  
• 03.16.2018

  S1: Making the Netflix iOS App

  Senior Software Engineers Jessica Berglund and Jordanna Kwok speak about working on the Netflix iOS App, what ABTests are like, about their team, and more about working at Netflix.