In this episode of the Vietnamese podcast, we’re joined by Karen Tran Wood, a seasoned entertainment marketing and publicity executive with over a decade of experience leading award-winning campaigns across film, television, and lifestyle brands.
As Head of Entertainment Marketing & Publicity at IW Group, Karen oversees a division dedicated to crafting integrated, culturally resonant campaigns that connect with today’s diverse audiences. Her client portfolio includes major names like Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Lionsgate, Universal Pictures, The Walt Disney Company, and Warner Bros. She has led standout campaigns for Barbie, Avatar: The Way of Water, Shōgun, The Cleaning Lady, Moana 2, and Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning.
In our conversation, Karen shares what it takes to build inclusive, high-impact marketing strategies in today’s Hollywood—and why multicultural audiences, especially Vietnamese Americans, deserve greater attention from studios and brands. We also dive into the global future of Vietnamese film and music, how it compares to industries like K-pop, and her thoughts on how AI is reshaping the entertainment landscape and the future of creativity.
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