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Rae Shaw is an Assistant Professor in the School of Cinema at San Francisco State University, where she teaches filmmaking, screenwriting, and interdisciplinary media arts. Her work focuses on uplifting underrepresented voices, particularly women of color, and addressing systemic inequities in visual media through provocative narratives.
Education:
- B.A. in English Literature and Language, University of Chicago
- M.F.A. in Motion Pictures, University of Miami
Research & Creative Focus: Shaw’s practice bridges art, activism, and education. Her award-winning films and scripts explore themes of diversity, sexuality, and social justice, screening at festivals like Slamdance and Reel Sisters of the Diaspora. She founded Wicked Lovely Films and Media to amplify diverse storytellers and mentor emerging artists.
Awards:
- Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship
- Francis E Williams Artist Fellowship
- Marvin Miller and Guy Hanks Screenwriting Fellowship
- Mass Cultural Council Artist Fellowship
Advising & Community: Shaw actively collaborates with nonprofits and libraries to promote media literacy and access. Her production company emphasizes mentorship and social change through media.
Labs/Teams: Wicked Lovely Films and Media serves as a creative hub for inclusive storytelling and community engagement.
