Associate Producer

Erinn Anova is a seasoned actor, singer, writer and producer. She aspires to create and engage in projects that elevate the creative and musical talents of mulit-generational Black artists. As Associate Producer with Visionary Justice StoryLab, Erinn supports intersectional content development and the production of television and film projects.

Producer / Operations and Impact Production

Lara is a demonstrated leader in the arts and cultural sector with experience implementing large-scale collective impact and social justice initiatives, developing innovative programs, facilitation and public speaking. She is a recipient of the National Guild for Community Arts Education Service Award, the Americans for the Arts Emerging Leader Award, and a German Marshall Memorial Fellowship. As an artistic collaborator, Lara has contributed to numerous audio and media production projects. In addition to her role as producer, Lara’s work at VJS focuses on advocacy partnerships that support community engagement and intersectional storytelling.

Producer / Head of Content Development

Shontina is a dynamic multi disciplinary artist, filmmaker, and producer. Her work experiments to disrupt narratives of erasure and to investigate representation and power at the intersections of race, gender, and class. She has served as an advisor for the Arthouse Convergence and Alliance for Action, working to advance racial justice in film. Currently, she is a Creative Capital Fellow, and a 2020 Art for Justice grantee. Her work has also been the recipient of the Conductive Garboil Award for challenging the limits of creative discourse beyond accepted limits to engage audiences outside of the aesthetic industrial complex.

Designer

Amina Blyden-Guillory is a multi-disciplinary creative director and brand strategist with roots in both Sierra Leone and the United States. Drawing upon the imagery, color, and patterns that define West African art, she infuses her designs with a rich cultural heritage. Through her artistic practice, she skillfully blends ancestral teachings with modern design mediums, visually encapsulating the essence of her heritage. Passionate about designing for well-being, Amina's approach to design is deeply rooted in incorporating social psychology, cultural awareness, and industry trends. She believes in the power of design to create unique and meaningful experiences. With a strong drive for innovation and a commitment to achieving results, Amina strives to elevate brands in the ever-evolving creative landscape.