DO MORE WITH DUGUD
The world is changing and we’re ready. We understand that COVID-19 has disrupted how creativity gets produced and folks are anxiously adjusting to how we come together. We, too, are tired of racism, tired of the status quo, tired of micro-aggressions, and tired of police brutality. Both of these viruses - COVID-19 and racism - wreak havoc in our communities.
The health and safety of our clients, crew members, vendors and communities is one of our top priorities. We will continue to offer the same quality, timely services albeit with a few new safety/accountability protocols and an even stronger commitment to our values.
Here are some of the ways we plan to do more as we move forward and navigate getting back to set.
All bids will include PPE (masks, hand sanitizer, gloves) and only absolutely essential crew members until a vaccine is implemented.
Our producers will check with crew prior to shoot days to ask if any crew members are experiencing symptoms. Crew members will also be required to get tested prior to a shoot day. Temperatures will be checked, away from set, upon arrival to the shoot. Anyone with a fever, anyone experiencing symptoms, or anyone who has not received COVID-19 test results, will not be allowed on set. Producers will circle back with crew members two weeks after we wrap to see how folks are doing.
The crew will be asked to wear masks, gloves (as appropriate), wash hands regularly and practice social distancing (whenever possible) on set. We will also be sanitizing materials in a UVC box throughout the day. We will monitor and implement behavioral shifts on set as advised by the Center for Disease Control and other experts.
We will offer remote shoots as an alternative to clients that do not feel comfortable filming in person and want to limit exposure. There will be virtual review systems implemented to ensure we can still receive brand feedback and keep the spirit of collaboration alive.
Any meals on set will be individually wrapped to limit the exposure buffet style might bring.
We will continue to do more as it relates to:
Prioritize hiring BI/POC, LGBTQ folks, women (and the folks who exist at various intersections) on set and behind the camera.
Advocate for diverse talent, specifically Black models, people of color, and LGBTQ+ people. We will continue to push for more dark-skinned, plus-sized, and gender non-confirming talent since we understand there is a gap and that representation matters.
Challenge racism, homophobia, transphobia, harassment, and microaggressions both on and off set. We will back up our commitment with accountability protocols.
Continue to engage in difficult conversations in our communities to promote and extend dignity and respect to all.
As a Black, LGBTQ+ owned business, we stand in solidarity with BI/POC, LGBTQ folks, and others who have been disenfranchised and underrepresented. We look forward to continuing our advocacy both in front of and behind the camera lens.
