NBC talk of Sustainability from Script to Screen

Environmental stewardship for film and TV production has long been a priority behind the scenes through NBCUniversal’s sustainable production practices. It can also take a leading role on screen through compelling storytelling that showcases the possibilities of a more sustainable future.   Greener Content  Through the newly launched GreenerLight Program, the Universal Filmed Entertainment Group expanded its sustainability program across the filmmaking process – beginning with script development and extending through locations and set needs, as well as on-screen behaviors. UFEG partnered with National Resources Defense Council and its Rewrite…

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NBCUniversal Commits to Nonprofit Storytelling

NBCUniversal has announced that it has launched the Creative Impact Lab, a new initiative that focuses the company’s social purpose on nonprofit storytelling and provides opportunities for apprentices from diverse backgrounds to hone their production skills. The goal of the Lab is to shine a light on the individual positive social impact of nonprofits, and to help the next generation of content creators break into the media industry and learn the trade. “It is critical for nonprofits to visually illustrate their impact through personal, human stories,” said Hilary Smith, Executive…

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