
They offer guidance about the studio system, how projects are green lit, advice on taking notes, and the role of the studio executive. This elite group of executives provides mentorship to female directors participating in DWW and the AFI Conservatory. Sara Scott, Director of Development, UniversalĪlison Small, VP, Paramount/Paramount Insurge

Tonia Davis, Director of Development, Disney The Executive Circle is formed by the following female executives:

AFI DIRECTING WORKSHOP FOR WOMEN ANNOUNCES “EXECUTIVE CIRCLE”ġ3 Executives From 6 Major Studios ParticipateįOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, LOS ANGELES, CA, Octo– The American Film Institute (AFI) Directing Workshop for Women (DWW) announced today the formation of an “Executive Circle” consisting of the studios top female leadership to act as mentors to DWW’s annual participants.
