Creating Content for Good -- Sarah North (Head of Television & OTT, SoulPancake)

Sarah North is the Head of Television & OTT for SoulPancake, a multi-platform studio and production company that develops content rooted in human connection and positivity. Prior to SoulPancake, Sarah served as a partner and executive producer at Mad Cow Productions. In this episode, Sarah shares how SoulPancake stands out from a sea of escapist entertainment by creating uplifting content that explores the human experience. We also discuss media representation and what steps Hollywood needs to take to achieve diversity and inclusion. Finally, we discuss the changing content distribution landscape, from digital upstarts like Quibi to established destinations for premium content. Host: James Creech ABOUT THE SHOW All Things Video is a podcast dedicated to uncovering the past and charting the future of the online video ecosystem. Listen to interviews with founders, executives, and thought leaders from the world’s leading media companies and engage in thought-provoking debates about the issues shaping the next generation of entertainment. From the short-form content revolution to the fragmentation of video viewership in an always-on world, All Things Video reveals the key trends and insights from the world of digital media.   Follow All Things Video on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn for new episodes and updates! ABOUT THE HOST James Creech is an entrepreneur focused on technology, online video, and digital media. He is the Co-Founder & CEO of Paladin, the essential influencer marketing platform for media companies, agencies, and brands. OUR SPONSOR This episode is brought to you by Shareability, a social content company that makes videos people actually want to watch. They work with brands and influencers to create content that explodes across the web through social sharing and organic discovery. For years, Shareability has been topping the charts with crowd captivating videos for brands like Pepsi, Pizza Hut, Sony Entertainment, and Cristiano Ronaldo’s ROC, delivering over 1B views, 5M shares, and 50,000 press mentions. Check out some examples of their work on shareability.com.