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Visual History with Amy Schatz

Interviewed by: Larissa Bills

Director Amy Schatz shares her experiences in the children’s programming and documentary worlds, lays out effective practices for working with children on set, and reflects on how her background in literature and poetry informs her work.

On Strategies for Working with Children

Director Amy Schatz shares how she carefully creates a safe space in the studio for children to let their guard down and act naturally when shooting.

On Making The Number on Great-Grandpa's Arm

Schatz reflects on the thought and consideration that went into crafting a children's program on the difficult topic of the Holocaust.

On Being a Member of the Guild

Schatz discusses how attaining Guild membership allowed her to recognize her projects as having a place alongside other genres of work.