Diversity & Inclusion
At AMC Networks, we’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone treats each other with kindness and respect, creating a space where everyone feels connected and empowered to do their best work and drive the company forward. As storytellers, we’re passionate about telling authentic stories that connect with fans and audiences in meaningful ways – that entertain with vivid characters and worlds that depict the full spectrum of the human experience.
Our Talent & Workplace
We believe the key to our success and our ability to engage audiences lies in the strength of our people and our culture. We aim to recruit and retain top talent that reflects the communities where we live and work and the audiences who engage with our content and we work together to foster a positive, inclusive and collaborative work environment that recognizes and celebrates our individual contributions and collective achievements.
Business Employee Resource Groups (BERGs)
Globally, our BERGs form communities through shared identities, interests and experiences and are a vital part of creating a culture of belonging for all our employees. They facilitate networking and connections with peers, act as a valuable sounding board for content development and programming and foster leadership and skill development. Our BERGs are also strong business partners, helping to amplify key moments and support employee engagement through in-person and virtual events.
Learning & Development
Throughout the year, we bring together thought leaders, partners and employees to give space to topics that foster constructive dialogue and promote cultural awareness as we work to promote a culture of belonging. We also partner with established industry organizations like NCTA, CTAM, NAMIC and The WICT Network to provide development opportunities from leading educational institutions, as well as entertainment and production organizations like the Handy Foundation, Staff Me Up, the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA), Group Effort Initiative and Reel Works to support and train the next generation of storytellers.
Our Content & Programming
Our Company has a proud legacy as the home to many of the greatest stories and characters in the history of TV and film. We have a long track record of championing and supporting independent and diverse voices and using our platforms to bring these storytellers` visions to life. This history is imbued in our corporate culture and values and informs who we are and our mission to be a premier destination for passionate and engaged fan communities around the world with entertainment that stands out and drives popular culture.
“Future of Film” Initiative
As part of our “Future of Film” Initiative on our AMC+ streaming service, we spotlight short films from emerging filmmakers of all backgrounds licensed from independent film festivals across the United States. These spotlight collections, tied to key cultural moments and heritage months, include projects from the ReelAbilities Film Festival, the Santa Fe International Film Festival, the DC Asian Pacific American Film Festival, Chicago XL Film Festival, the Athena Film Festival and more.
Fostering Inclusive Productions
Through our Inclusive Production Workshop series for production cast and crew, we connect at key inflection points – creative development, below-the-line hiring and the start of production – with a three-module series developed to seamlessly integrate inclusive concepts and practical tools into the workforce, culture and content of our shows.
Native American & Indigenous Storytelling
Dark Winds on AMC and AMC+ brings viewers “perhaps the most ambitious Native-led show ever made,” according to The Hollywood Reporter, thanks to the creative talents and outstanding performances from a team of majority Native American directors, writers, cast and crew. IFC Films' Lakota Nation vs. United States is an award-winning and timely exploration of the Lakota Indians’ quest to reclaim the Black Hills, sacred land that was stolen in violation of treaty agreement that questions what might be done today to repair the wrongs of the past. This follows IFC Films’ Catch the Fair One, the Film Independent Spirit and Gotham award-nominated thriller starring World Champion boxer, activist and performer Kali Reis.