Skye Fitzgerald
Keynote Speaker: Academy Award-Nominated Documentary Filmmaker & Humanitarian Storyteller; Director of "Lifeboat" & "Hunger Ward"; Fulbright Research Scholar
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Skye Fitzgerald Biography
Skye Fitzgerald is a two-time Academy Award-nominated documentary filmmaker recognized for his work in humanitarian cinema. An independent filmmaker based in Portland, Oregon, Fitzgerald has explored individual stories amid political and social tensions for more than 20 years. He has documented the effects of political unrest, poverty, and violence on people in over 20 countries. Fitzgerald holds a Bachelor of Arts from Eastern Oregon University and a Master of Fine Arts in Directing from the University of Oregon.
Fitzgerald is known for the "Humanitarian Trilogy," a series of short documentary films examining the global refugee crisis. "50 Feet from Syria" focuses on doctors working on the Syrian border and was voted onto the Oscar shortlist. "Lifeboat" documents search and rescue operations off the coast of Libya and was nominated for an Academy Award and a national Emmy Award. "Hunger Ward," an Academy Award nominee, documents the impact of war and famine in Yemen on children, families, and health care workers. The last two films of the trilogy were both Mountainfilm Commitment Grant recipients and nominated for Academy Awards. His films have screened at major international venues, including a premiere of "Hunger Ward" at the Peace Palace in The Hague in partnership with the United Nations and the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Fitzgerald's career extends beyond the trilogy. Designated a Fulbright Research Scholar, he directed the film "Bombhunters" in Cambodia and has collaborated with organizations such as the Sundance Institute, the U.S. Institute of Peace, the State Department, the Paul Robeson Fund, and Mountainfilm. As a director of photography, Fitzgerald has lensed work for major broadcast and cable outlets including Dateline, VICE, Mercy Corps, CNN, and the Discovery, Travel, History, and Animal Planet channels. His projects include "Speed of Rust" and "Chasing Roo," which was shortlisted for an Oscar.
Fitzgerald founded Spin Film to document unfolding crises with the intent to deepen empathy and understanding. His films have been recognized for their accurate portrayals of social issues by publications including Variety, LA Weekly, Voice of America, and The Oregonian. Fitzgerald is a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (Documentary Branch) and was inducted as an honorary member into SAMS (Syrian American Medical Society) for his work with Syrian refugees. He was also named a Distinguished Alumnus at Eastern Oregon University for his contributions to documentary filmmaking. Fitzgerald frequently addresses audiences on the role of documentary filmmaking in raising awareness of humanitarian crises and advancing social change.
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Skye Fitzgerald is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Television & Film, Immigration, Government, Motivational and Overcoming Adversity.
Where does Skye Fitzgerald travel from?
Skye Fitzgerald generally travels from Portland, OR, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Skye Fitzgerald is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Television & Film, Immigration and Government. The estimated speaking fee range to book Skye Fitzgerald for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Skye Fitzgerald generally travels from Portland, OR, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Yoruba Richen, dream hampton and Alex Honnold. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Skye Fitzgerald for an upcoming event.
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Skye Fitzgerald Speaking Topics
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Life as a documentary filmmaker: Is it possible to pursue your dream and not eat Ramen noodles?
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Intervention in the Global Refugee Crisis - How each of us can contribute in meaningful ways to influence policy makers and help individuals displaced by conflict.
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The Road to the Oscars: How a student who grew up without running water or electricity and attended a rural, liberal arts college built a career leading to an Academy Award® nomination.
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Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Skye Fitzgerald for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Skye Fitzgerald, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Skye Fitzgerald or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Skye Fitzgerald for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Skye Fitzgerald, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Skye Fitzgerald are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Skye Fitzgerald, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Skye Fitzgerald speak about?
Skye Fitzgerald is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Television & Film, Immigration, Government, Motivational and Overcoming Adversity. -
Where does Skye Fitzgerald travel from?
Skye Fitzgerald generally travels from Portland, OR, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Skye Fitzgerald?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Skye Fitzgerald 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 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Skye Fitzgerald 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 Skye Fitzgerald 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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