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Julia Verdin
President of Rough Diamond Productions / CEO of Artists for Change 501(c)(3)/ Film Producer / Film Director
Julia Verdin is a veteran filmmaker and the CEO of Artists for Change, a nonprofit organization she founded to leverage the power of film and media to address critical social issues. With over 30 years of experience in the film industry, she has produced more than 36 feature films, earning recognition for her work as a producer, director, and screenwriter.12
Her organization, Artists for Change, focuses on creating impactful multimedia projects that raise awareness about various social challenges, including child trafficking, which she has highlighted through her film "Angie: Lost Girls." Verdin believes in the transformative potential of film to resonate emotionally with audiences and inspire action.23 In addition to her filmmaking, she is an author and has been involved in various educational initiatives aimed at empowering artists to use their voices for social good.14
Verdin has received multiple accolades for her contributions to the film industry and social causes, including the La Femme 2015 Executive Achievement Award. She is also a former board member of BAFTA LA, where she supported emerging filmmakers.12
