By ellie
Consider the following scenario: Sarah is a newly appointed assistant director working in film production. During a busy shoot day, she has a disagreement with a crew member about how an extra shot should be scheduled in order to stay on timeline and meet production deadlines. The exchange feels tense and afterward, Sarah notices a … Continued
By ellie
In the arts and entertainment sector, stress can be a feature of your working life. Stress isn’t always negative at manageable levels; it can sharpen focus, spark creative problem-solving, and support learning and growth. Healthy stress can build resilience over time and even activate the same energizing chemistry in the body as excitement, helping you … Continued
By ellie
A case manager starts the day with multiple complex cases. By noon, two urgent situations arise, documentation piles up, and breaks are skipped. There is no clear guideline for what counts as a manageable caseload, and the day ends with unfinished tasks and lingering anxiety. No traumatic incident occurred, yet the structure of the job … Continued
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A new social navigator starts their first shift in a community clinic. They are given a list of people to support and access to their electronic medical records. There is no formal introduction to staff, no structured safety orientation, and no discussion of potential risks when doing outreach. The new worker introduces themself to staff … Continued
By ellie
Imagine this: A team meeting ends. One staff member leaves feeling dismissed after being interrupted repeatedly. Another feels frustrated but stays silent about a growing workload imbalance. No policies were broken. No voices were raised, yet tension lingers. In community social services, we are deeply committed to building trust with individuals who may have experienced … Continued
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This resource is part of the Safety Talk: Giving and Receiving Feedback in Arts & Entertainment. Download the Giving and Receiving Feedback quick reference guide as a handy resource or watch the video. Let’s face it: in creative industries, what sets exceptional productions apart is not just talent or vision. It’s how crew collaborate and communicate under pressure. Psychological safety, … Continued
By ellie
This resource is part of the Safety Talk: Giving and Receiving Feedback in Arts & Entertainment. Download the Giving and Receiving Feedback quick reference guide as a handy resource or watch the video. In the fast-paced world of creative production, feedback is inevitable. Whether it is from collaborators, department heads, or producers, how we give and receive feedback shapes our … Continued
By ellie
Welcome to our comprehensive feedback toolkit, designed specifically for the unique challenges of BC’s arts and entertainment industry. These Safety Talk resources provide everything you need to build a culture where honest, constructive feedback flourishes and crew members feel safe to speak up and contribute. Whether you are working in film and TV production, performing … Continued
By ellie
Work in community social services involves far more than completing tasks. It requires building relationships, providing emotional and social support, responding to crises, and navigating complex systems. To sustain this work and provide quality service to communities, individuals at every level of the organization need an environment that supports and protects their wellbeing. Whether you … Continued
By ellie
Staying Grounded Under Pressure Scenario: Jane, a new team leader responsible for managing a team, found herself in a challenging situation during a recent meeting. When a team member posed a difficult question, Jane’s immediate reaction was defensiveness, accompanied by a sudden flush of emotion. Since assuming her new role, Jane has been grappling with … Continued
