Interactive Media - Addressing Civil Rights & Race

Explore the power of interactive storytelling in addressing civil rights and racial issues through this 40-minute SXSW 2021 conference talk. Dive into the creation of FRONTLINE PBS's Emmy Award-winning interactive project, UN(RE)SOLVED, which investigates unsolved Civil Rights era cold cases and their connection to contemporary racial violence. Join Executive Producers Raney Aronson-Rath and Dawn Porter, along with IDA President Brenda Robinson, as they discuss the production of this innovative project that combines storytelling, podcast series, and immersive exhibition to tackle America's complex history and ongoing national conversation on race. Gain insights into the intentionality behind the project, the importance of reporting against assumptions, and the application of best practices in interactive media production. Learn how creative elements, including immersive visual design and audio experiences, are used to engage participants in new and exciting ways while addressing crucial social issues.

Intro
Meet the Producers
What drew you to this project
Why did you choose Interactive
Building Expertise
Dawns Background
Intentionality
Reporting Against Assumptions
Bringing Best Practices
Final Thoughts