Pitch deck for a fellowship application

1. DAYONEFANS
HOSTEDBYLACHELLECHRYSANNEAN UNPOPCULTR
PRODUCTION
ART
FILM
MUSIC
CULTURE
DAYONEFANSDAYONEFANS
DAYONEFANS

2. day • one • fan / dā - wən - fan /
Noun: 1. A person who supports the work of artists,
entertainers and creatives from the early stages of their
creative endeavors
DAY ONE FAN
DAY ONE FAN
DEFINITION

3. Founded in 2017 by Writer, Producer and Artist LaChelle Chrysanne,
UNPOPCULTR is a multi-media brand centering music, art, and film by BIPOC
creatives. UNPOPCULTR has created a digital and IRL platform which aims to
amplify the voices and work of emerging creatives through events, content and
community. In 2019, UNPOPCULTR launched their podcast Day One Fans which
serves as an extension of the brand’s mission by diving into seldom discussed topics
that shed light on the unique challenges of being BIPOC creatives.
ABOUT US
ABOUT US 03
EMPOWERING
MARGINALIZED
CREATIVES

4. A MULTI-
HYPHENATED
MAVEN
LaChelle Chrysanne has created work as a creative
producer, graphic designer and musician. She is well-
versed in the dynamics of navigating creative spaces
as both an artist and appreciator of the arts. A skilled
conversationalist, she is an expert at crafting
thought-provoking questions, expanding
perspectives and providing invaluable insight.
LACHELLECHRYSANNE
ABOUT THE HOST

5. The host briefly introduces the guests as they
talk about the music, film, and art they are
currently obsessed with
INTRO + CURRENTLY
OBSESSED
The host interviews the guest about their
background and work as it relates to the topic
of the episode
INTERVIEW
The host gives a fun quiz tailored to the the
show’s topic to the guest. The guest plugs their
social media channels and website.
QUIZ SEGMENT + OUTRO
THE
RUNNING TIME: 45MIN - 1 HOUR
FORMAT

6. Episode:“The Art of Masculinity”
Black Queer Masculinity in Art/
Media
Episode: “The Other Imposter”
The Relationship Between
Imposter Syndrome and Being
Underrepresented in The Media
Episode: “Bouncin’ Back”
How to Bounce Back from
Professional and Creative Set
Backs
J O N K E Y N o n K u r a m o t o C H A N T E L S I M P S O N
Design-painter-photographer
Comedian-actress-writer
WRITER-PHOTOGRAPHER-PRODUCER
NOTABLE GUESTS
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ONSLIDE
PREVIOUS PODCAST INTERVIEWEES

7. - TURNING YOUR SIDE HUSTLE INTO A
SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS
- PROS + CONS OF GOING BACK TO
SCHOOL AS A CREATIVE
- THE NON-LINEAR JOURNEY TO FINDING
YOUR PASSION
- CANCEL CULTURE + FANDOM
- USING HIP-HOP FOR CULTURALLY
RESPONSIVE PEDAGOGY
- HOW VISUAL ART CHALLENGES SYSTEMIC
RACISM
Few podcasts that focus on life as a creave feature
predominately BIPOC guest and most o]en center those
who have already a^ained the success and visibility many
creaves from underrepresented backgrounds are sll
working towards. Our podcast serves as a reminder that
many of us are navigang the same challenges. We frame
our topics around the personal experiences of each guest
with the intenon of inspiring BIPOC creaves to keep
working towards their dreams.
The podcast is also a space to engage in cultural
commentary surrounding music, art, and film. Though most
episodes are centered around interviewing a single guest,
we occasionally host roundtable discussions from the
perspecves of fans and consumers of art.
PAST TOPICS

8. It is often believed that BIPOC are making great strides in art,
media and entertainment but those of us who are still in
pursuit of success are keenly aware of how much further we
have to go. We aim to expand conversations surrounding
what it means to be a BIPOC creative by offering a more
nuanced perspective than what the mainstream media
provides.
SHIFTING THE NARRATIVE
FUTURE TOPICS
SHIFTING THE NARRATIVE
SHIFTING THE NARRATIVE
SHIFTING THE NARRATIVE
- COMBATTING ENVIRONMENTAL
RACISM THROUGH SUSTAINABLE
FASHION
- HOW BEING A BIPOC
INFLUENCES HYPER-
PRODUCTIVITY
- DESTIGMATIZING CANNABIS AND
CREATIVITY
- AUTHENTIC STORYTELLING AND
EXPANSIVE REPRESENTATION
FOR BIPOC
- BIPOC ALLYSHIP IN ART & MEDIA

9. As a member of Listening Party Presents, an incubaon program
which offers free recording services for emerging podcasts, we’ve
been fortunate to produce quality content at a low financial risk.
Since COVID-19, the Listening Party studio has since been shut
down and the podcast is on hiatus.
Though we’ve received mild press coverage on ALL ARTS, The
Wave Podcasng and Podcasts in Color we have yet to
breakthrough the mainstream. We are looking to take the show to
the next level through gaining increased visibility and a more
engaged audience. In the future, we’d like to host live shows and
panel discussions that will create space for BIPOC creaves across
the country to connect with one another.
WHAT’S NEXT?
WHAT’S NEXT?WHAT’S NEXT?INSPIRE&AMPLIFY

10. THANK YOU