ANTI-BIAS TRAINING FOR PRODUCTION STAFF
Research-Based Training and Certification
Transform Your Production Environment with Targeted Anti-Bias Training
1 - 1.5 Hours of Training
Unlock the tools to foster a healthier, more inclusive workplace with our Anti-Bias Training for Production Staff—a cutting-edge program tailored specifically for the fast-paced, high-stakes world of Film & TV production.
By the end of the program, learners leave with practical, proven interventions designed to safely and responsibly address bias—driving a positive shift in workplace culture while keeping production goals front and center.
Who Should Attend:
This program is crafted exclusively for Producers, UPMs, Crew Members, Actors, and Film & TV Production Staff who are ready to create a more inclusive and productive environment on set.
Benefits of Anti-Bias Training for Productions
Enhanced Collaboration
Anti-bias training fosters respect and understanding, leading to smoother, more collaborative interactions among cast, crew, and production teams.Increased Creativity and Innovation
Diverse and inclusive teams contribute a variety of perspectives, enriching storytelling and enabling creative solutions that resonate with broader audiences.Improved Workplace Culture
A proactive approach to bias helps create a supportive, respectful environment, boosting morale and reducing conflicts or misunderstandings on set.Higher Talent Retention
Productions that prioritize inclusivity and respect are more likely to retain top talent who feel valued and supported, reducing turnover and onboarding costs.Positive Brand Reputation
Demonstrating a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion improves public perception and aligns the production with modern values, appealing to both audiences and investors.Risk Reduction
Addressing bias can help mitigate potential conflicts, complaints, or legal issues related to discrimination, creating a safer and more compliant work environment.
Anti-bias training equips production staff with tools to recognize and address biases, leading to a more productive, innovative, and inclusive atmosphere on set.
Anti-Bias Training & Certification Process
Our on-demand 1 to 1.5 hour Anti-Bias Training allows you to dive into essential anti-bias concepts and practical strategies whenever and wherever you choose, all in a private, self-paced format.
☑️ Start with a Simple Orientation and Pre-Training Questionnaire:
Access the course with ease on your personal learning dashboard. The initial orientation and short pre-training questionnaire help you establish a baseline, so you can track your growth through the program.
☑️ Engage with Lessons and Create Your Action Plan at Your Own Pace:
Move through each lesson as your schedule allows, with a mix of videos, reflection prompts, and knowledge checks. At the end, you’ll develop a personal anti-bias action plan and self-care strategy you can start using right away.
☑️ Complete the Post-Training Questionnaire:
Wrap up with a quick, end-of-training questionnaire to measure your growth and share feedback.
☑️ Instantly Receive Your Certificate of Completion:
Once you’ve finished all course components, you will automatically receive your certificate, ready to download and share.
Anti-Bias Training & Certification Benefits
This program builds anti-bias awareness and provides an actionable plan, empowering participants to safely and responsibly identify and address biases within themselves and in the unique production workplace.
By the end of the training, learners will be able to:
- Define and describe bias, unconscious bias, and implicit bias.
- Identify the impact bias on the wellbeing of cast, crew, and the entertainment industry.
- Explain the challenges, promoters, and that workplace and industry culture change from bias to anti-bias is possible.
- Trainees will learn tactics of intervention when observing bias within themselves and when witnessing various forms of bias against others.
- Choose appropriate methods for self-care while upholding an Anti-Bias practice.
This training is an ideal solution for those looking to build anti-bias skills privately and conveniently. You can complete the course on your terms, ensuring a seamless and impactful learning experience.
Reflect, Learn, Evolve – A Wit & Reason Approach to Safe Workplaces
This Anti-Bias Training for Production Staff is a specialized, self-paced e-learning course designed for entertainment industry professionals working in production settings. Delivered through pre-recorded video lessons and interactive exercises, this training allows participants to engage in critical anti-bias skills development at their own pace and on their own schedule. Our online trainings are intentionally designed to support Neurodiverse Accessibility, incorporate mindfulness practices, and follow trauma-informed principles. With a focus on structure, interactivity, emotional safety, and grounding techniques, we provide an inclusive and empowering learning experience that fosters trust, minimizes triggers, and meets diverse needs.
Reflect, Learn, Evolve: A Transformative Training Approach
- Introduction and Orientation: Instructor Introductions & Training Objectives – Meet psychologist Dr. Alexis Moreno and Alex Honigman, LICSW, and explore the goals of anti-bias training, including defining bias, intervention strategies, and self-care practices.
- Reflect: Understanding Bias & Self-Awareness – Reflect on the foundational concepts of bias, practice mindful self-reflection to recognize internal reactions, and complete a self-assessment to uncover implicit attitudes with guided reflection.
- Learn: Bias in Entertainment & Anti-Bias Action Steps – Explore data on gender, race, LGBTQ+, and disability representation, identify challenges and supports in implementing anti-bias practices, and apply the Anti-Bias ABC&D steps.
- Evolve: Anti-Bias Action & Self-Care Plan – Create a personal strategy to actively combat workplace bias while building self-care practices that support long-term commitment to anti-bias values.
Certification and Optional Add-Ons
Participants completing the full course will receive a certificate of completion accessible through this Wit and Reason platform. Optional add-ons after completing the training include individual or small group coaching sessions for further skill application and discussion.
This training is designed for producers, UPMs, crew members, actors, and production staff looking to foster an inclusive and bias-aware workplace. Engage with the course on your schedule, reinforce key anti-bias practices, and develop meaningful skills that support positive, inclusive change in the entertainment industry.