To commemorate Women's History Month 2022, NABJLA is hosting a conversation surrounding the politics of Black beauty in media which will examine the ever-changing aspects of hair, makeup, and wardrobe in news environments. Panelists will delve into their personal experiences, challenges, and social expectations in regards to their on-air look and style.
Panelists:
ANGELIQUE JACKSON [moderator] (@angelique814)
ANGELIQUE JACKSON is a senior entertainment writer for Variety, based in Los Angeles. During her tenure with Variety, Jackson won a Southern California Journalism award for her video profile on Victoria Mahoney and a National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Award for co-authoring last year’s “The Reckoning Over Representation” cover story with Elaine Low. Prior to joining Variety, she worked as a producer for Entertainment Tonight, winning three Daytime Emmy awards for her work. She is a graduate of Grady College of Journalism at the University of Georgia with a degree in Broadcast News.
HOLLY J. MITCHELL (@HollyJMitchell)
Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell currently serves as Chair of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors. Before serving on the first all women-led Board of Supervisors in the history of LA County, Mitchell served for a decade in the California Legislature as a representative for the 54th Assembly District and 30th Senate District, both in Los Angeles County. During her tenure she passed over 90 bills – including the landmark anti-hair discrimination law The CROWN Act, making California the first in the nation to pass this law ending hair discrimination. When she isn’t working alongside the over 100,000 people--committed to serving the residents of Los Angeles County, she loves a good cup of tea, watching ocean waves and being mom to Ryan.
RYANN BLACKSHERE VARGAS (@RyannBlackshere)
Ryann Blackshere Vargas is a Multimedia Journalist and storyteller at Spectrum News 1. Previously she's worked at news outlets including NBC Bay Area, KGET, and NBC News. She is also a former White House intern for Mrs. Obama's scheduling and advance office. The SoCal native graduated from Monrovia High School and attended both Stanford University and Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. Ryann was the first place award winner for the Price Child Health and Welfare Journalism Award for her coverage of child welfare and foster care. Blackshere Vargas finds pride in sharing the stories of people whose voices are rarely heard.
KARICEAN KAREN DICK
After years of successful & prominent hairstyling collaborations, Karicean (also commonly referred to as Karen) began her foray into the fashion and entertainment industries to continue her growth as a styling artist. She has been featured on KTLA. Her CNN portfolio includes work with on-air talent Sara Sidner, Stephanie Elam, Cari Champion, and Jemele Hill. Karicean currently serves as the Beauty and Style Editor for BCF Magazine, and personal stylist to FOX anchor & Good Day LA host, Michaela Pereira. Over the years, Karicean has grown an impressive resume in the beauty, marketing, and entertainment industries. She continues to leave her mark on every project she has taken on, with no plans of slowing down.