Stanley Nelson Jr.
Keynote Speaker: Award-Winning Filmmaker & MacArthur Fellow
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Stanley Nelson Jr. Biography
Stanley Nelson Jr. is an American documentary filmmaker recognized for his narratives on the African American experience. Throughout his prolific career, Nelson has grown into a leading figure in documentary filmmaking, recognized for his ability to tell untold stories of social justice, civil rights, and cultural history. He frequently focuses on marginalized communities, with a particular emphasis on African American history and the influential figures that have shaped it.
Nelson's body of work includes notable documentaries such as "The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution" (2015), "Freedom Riders" (2010), and "The Murder of Emmett Till" (2003). His 2015 film "The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution" investigates the history and impact of the Black Panther Party, looking at both the challenges and the revolutionary principles that drove the movement. The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and was widely acclaimed for its meticulous research and engaging narrative. His other notable works like "Freedom Riders" and "The Murder of Emmett Till" have also been widely recognized for their comprehensive portrayal of African-American history.
Throughout his career, Nelson has been honored with numerous awards, including three Primetime Emmy Awards, a Lifetime Achievement Award from the News & Documentary Emmy Awards in 2016, and an Individual Peabody Award in 2015. He also received the National Humanities Medal, awarded by President Obama in 2013, and was recognized as a MacArthur Fellow in 2002. Apart from his feature films, Nelson has directed several television specials and miniseries, thereby broadening the scope of his storytelling and contribution to the understanding of American history.
Nelson is the Executive Director and co-founder of Firelight Media, a nonprofit organization aimed at supporting emerging documentarians. He is also a co-founder of Firelight Films, a for-profit documentary production company. His recent works include "Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool" (2019) and "Attica" (2021). With ongoing efforts in educational outreach, he launched an HBCU tour with public media stations for "Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities". Through his work, Nelson continues to inspire conversations about race, inequality, and justice in America and has solidified his place as a prominent filmmaker of his time.
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Stanley Nelson Jr. is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Black History Month, Diversity & Inclusion, Black Heritage, Literary, Television & Film, Acting and Entertainment.
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Stanley Nelson Jr. is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Black History Month, Diversity & Inclusion and Black Heritage. The estimated speaking fee range to book Stanley Nelson Jr. for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Stanley Nelson Jr. generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Spike Lee, dream hampton and Mahershala Ali. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Stanley Nelson Jr. for an upcoming event.
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How much does it cost to book Stanley Nelson Jr. for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Stanley Nelson Jr., or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Stanley Nelson Jr., click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Stanley Nelson Jr. speak about?
Stanley Nelson Jr. is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Black History Month, Diversity & Inclusion, Black Heritage, Literary, Television & Film, Acting and Entertainment. -
Where does Stanley Nelson Jr. travel from?
Stanley Nelson Jr. generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Stanley Nelson Jr.?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Stanley Nelson Jr. for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Stanley Nelson Jr. for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Stanley Nelson Jr. or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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