Ann Shin Featured on DOV: Elevate Podcast
- Jun 15
- 1 min read
We’re pleased to share the latest episode of the DOV: Elevate Podcast, featuring a conversation with Fathom Film Group CEO Ann Shin alongside producer Damon D’Oliveira.
Presented by Playback and the Banff World Media Festival, the DOV: Elevate Podcast highlights voices from the Diversity of Voices (DOV): Elevate program, offering an inside look at the creative and professional journeys of leading producers working in Canada’s screen industry.
In this episode, Ann and Damon reflect on the realities of independent producing-balancing creative ambition with industry constraints, and finding purpose in telling culturally resonant stories. Their conversation moves between craft and career, touching on how meaningful storytelling often begins with personal connection, trust with subjects, and a willingness to navigate the challenges of the industry with persistence and clarity of vision.
Ann also shares insights from her work across documentary and fiction, including the importance of building stories from lived experience and authentic access.
The full episode is available to watch and listen via Playback, along with excerpts and additional context on the series: https://playbackonline.ca/2026/06/12/dov-elevate-podcast-episode-5-damon-doliveira-and-ann-shin-on-finding-joy/
