netflix really into tiger stuff rn eh
Dude I already know that every part of Alan Yang’s Tigertail, which drops on Netflix tomorrow, is going to wreck me over — the fraught father-daughter dynamics! the immigrant narrative! the ability to see the part of New York City that isn’t the lil patch outside my window! — what’s not to sob over right now?
What will be a joy, though, is seeing Tzi Ma in the spotlight — and here’s a great Deadline treatment on how the iconic actor is using this role to transcend his rep as everyone’s go-to Asian dad. Now go call yours!!
——Signal Boost——
This place is hiring: Wavelength Strategy is looking for graphic designers / motion graphic artists interested in politics and willing to move to DC (when feasible).
And these people are looking for work! Reach out to ‘em directly if you can help!
—Writers—
Michelle Delgado: Michelle is a D.C.-based freelancer with a knack for research (and, thanks to coronavirus, some extra time on her hands). She's currently seeking opportunities to publish reported features, pitch in on big research projects, and fact check magazine articles. Thanks to a two year detour through the B2B world, she's also down to help businesses transform their content marketing with attention-grabbing posts customers will actually want to read (that are also fully loaded with all the SEO tricks companies care about). Current/past clients include Knowable Magazine, Vox, Atlantic Media, CNN's Courageous Studio, and Study Hall; bylines in Literary Hub, Smithsonian, CityLab, and other national and local outlets. Email is michelle@michelledelgado.co.
David Oliver: Looking for write LGBTQ news and/ or personal essays primarily, but really any news outside of the travel/entertainment space. I’m a travel and entertainment journalist at USA TODAY about to be furloughed for a week once a month for the next few months. I meet deadlines and have references if you need! contact: davidlouisoliver@gmail.com or 9736689305.
Anna Shults Held: My ghostwriting job, which was my freelance anchor gig, is “on hold” for the foreseeable future. I’m looking for short form nonfiction writing and editing opportunities, as well as marketing and branding consulting. I write primarily personal essays under my own byline and ghostwrite productivity and content primarily for tech CEOs. I have extensive product and content marketing experience, from videos to newsletters to website copy. Website is annasheld.com, email is annajsheld@gmail.com.
Trichelle Lee:I’m a writer that specializes in creative writing and journalism and I also am a visual artist. I do private commissions and commercial illustration. trich.lee1@gmail.com and fleurdatee.com.
Anika Nayak: I am currently looking for writing work - anything from health, wellness, lifestyle, politics, content, business, you name it! People can contact me via my website anikanayak.com.
Emily Tannenbaum: I'm a freelance entertainment writer (former ent. editor of cosmopolitan). I work a lot with Glamour and am their current weekend ed, but I've lost a lot of my outside work. I'm available for tv/film coverage as well as celeb profiles and culture essays. my email is ectannenbaum@gmail.com and my website is emilytannenbaum.com.
Noah Kulwin: I was let go from the Outline last week. I’m looking for freelance business and politics reporting work. I’ve written features for NY Mag and elsewhere; am happy to provide clips etc but one can get the gist here: noahkulwin.com.
Diana Edelman: I’m looking for content writing (focus on lifestyle, web copy, travel), social media management or brand partnerships with plant based aligned companies. I also do brand audits, social media and community engagement coaching. Contact: diana@vegansbaby.com.
Matthew Peaslee: My weekly newspaper in Pittsburgh, PA ceased operation March 20. I served as associate editor for three years and have 10 years experience working for daily newspapers. It’s been a tough few weeks, years rather, for print. I’m open to anything but just want to keep writing and pick up some new digital skills along the way. Contact peaslee.matthew@gmail.com.
—Podcasters—
Greta Weber — I'm a freelance radio and podcast producer (with a past life in print/online media). I've worked with clients like Snap Judgment, Wondery, and Spotify, and I'm looking for producing/editing/research/consulting gigs. Email is gretamweber@gmail.com.
—Marketers—
Christian Prieto — My name is Christian and I was recently laid off. I’m looking for mid-senior marketing roles within the sports, tech or media space. I have 6 years of experience developing campaigns for brands. My LinkedIn is: linkedin.com/in/cprieto27 email Christian.prieto22@gmail.com
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