By ellie
Picture a moment when someone on your crew really understood your point of view, not just your words, but the stress, worry or frustration underneath them. That kind of connection is at the heart of emotional intelligence (EQ). It shapes how we communicate on set, backstage, and on site. Our ability to use emotional intelligence … Continued
By andrewwalsh
The arts and entertainment industry can present unique challenges for psychological health and safety. This interactive workshop explores WorkSafeBC’s Psychological Health & Safety Framework through an arts and entertainment lens, providing practical, zero-budget tools that supervisors can implement immediately on set, in production offices, during rehearsals, or at festival grounds. Join psychological health and safety … Continued
By ellie
In the world of arts and entertainment, collaboration is essential to keep the show going. Every type of production relies on mutual respect and clear communication to keep the workflow safe, supportive and creative. High-stakes environments such as a midday move on a film set, a technical rehearsal or long shoot days can come with … Continued
By ellie
Written by Beata Chami. Watch the companion Recorded Webinar: Elevating Communication in BC’s Arts & Entertainment Industry. Film sets, theatres, production studios, live music venues and festival grounds. These are all environments where crews move quickly, collaborate intensely, and carry the emotional weight of deadlines, expectations, and performance pressure. In workplaces like these, the ability … Continued
By ellie
This resource is part of Safety Talk: Coping with Change in Arts & Entertainment. Download the Supporting Your Team Through Change quick reference guide as a handy resource or watch the video. As leaders in arts and entertainment, effectively managing change directly impacts both team well-being and creative success. It also creates a psychologically safe environment for your workers. Change … Continued
By ellie
Change shapes our daily work environment, from project-based contracts to evolving creative visions. This Safety Talk includes targeted resources for both employees and managers to help navigate these changes effectively. The arts and entertainment industry faces unique challenges when it comes to change. Your team might encounter: While these changes affect everyone differently, the “5 … Continued
By andrewwalsh
Strategies to Elevate Workplace Communications for Supervisors is a practical, engaging session designed for supervisors, department heads, technical directors, and others working in BC’s film, television, performing arts, and live events industries. This training introduces core communication and emotional-intelligence skills while focusing on the unique dynamics of fast-paced, collaborative production environments. Participants learn clear, usable approaches … Continued
By ellie
This resource is part of De-escalation Strategies for BC’s Arts & Entertainment Sector for those who work in arts and entertainment. Download the De-escalation quick reference guide as a handy resource or watch the video. The Arts and Entertainment Industry is fast-paced and audience-focused, but it can also bring unique challenges that put employees at risk. Ensuring the safety and well-being of crew is a critical … Continued
By ellie
This resource is part of De-escalation Strategies for BC’s Arts & Entertainment Sector for those who work in arts and entertainment. Download the De-escalation quick reference guide as a handy resource or watch the video. Working in the arts and entertainment industry can be exciting and rewarding. No two days are the same, and you get to interact with people from all walks … Continued
By ellie
Creative industries thrive on passion and urgency, but in high-stress environments — whether on set, backstage, at festivals, or during live events — conflict and emotional intensity can arise quickly. This Safety Talk package includes targeted resources to help workers across BC’s arts and entertainment sectors navigate tense moments safely and confidently. Workers in film … Continued
