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Julie Nolke is an award-winning actor, writer, filmmaker and the creator of her self-titled comedy YouTube channel (1-million + subscribers). She’s been nominated for two Streamy awards, won three Webby awards, and in both 2019 and 2023, won “Excellence in Writing” at Toronto’s prestigious Buffer Festival.
Julie is best known for her viral online series, Explaining the Pandemic to my Past Self (65-million views). While writing, producing, editing and acting in content for the web, Julie also works in film and TV. Recent credits include: starring in The Wedding Rule (Hallmark), Murdoch Mysteries (CBC), What We Do in the Shadows (FX), Coroner (CBC/Apple TV), Odd Squad (PBS), TallBoyz (CBC), the Emmy-award-winning Workin’ Moms (CBC/Netflix), and Cabin Connection (Super Channel). Julie can currently be seen in the series recurring role of “Sam” on Run the Burbs (CBC/Hulu).
Based on personal experience, this speech will address the thankless hours that go into every YouTube channel. It will also speak to life after going viral and how a creator can remain truthful and authentic as they build their team and expand their reach.
11:10 AM
Grand Ballroom 1