What’s the best way to have an impact?

Tell a good story. Make it entertaining. And strive for social change.

Population Media Center is a content studio.  In the U.S. market, we develop, finance, and produce original content that addresses contemporary social issues, utilizing diverse formats and genres on traditional network, cable, streaming, and digital platforms.

Our narrative focus is in addressing the broad, complex, and infinitely interesting areas of women’s empowerment, human rights, and environmental sustainability. Of course, these issues are just part of the diverse spectrum of real-world situations and environments that Americans experience on a daily basis. Life is not simple, so our stories aren’t either.

We have progressive sensibilities, a national perspective – and a laser focus on storytelling for social good. We value great entertainment and building powerful narratives. Our characters are authentic and multi-dimensional, based on in-depth research into a particular issue or area of interest. But our journey to a great story always follows one guiding star: to empower people to live healthier and more prosperous lives.

Lisa Caruso
Head of U.S. Content

With over 20 years of industry experience as a producer, director, screenwriter, and development executive, Lisa previously founded Virago Entertainment, to bring authentic and courageous female-driven content to the forefront. She previously worked in scripted development for two shingles at Universal Studios and also had an extensive career in non-fiction and transmedia, having directed and produced numerous reality series and documentary specials for HBO, Bravo, MTV, and E! as well as being an EP for Discovery and Ashton Kutcher’s Katalyst Films. She received an MFA in Directing from The American Film Institute, a Global MBA from the Thunderbird School of Global Management, and a Certificate in Screenwriting from UCLA, where she won several awards. Lisa is a proud member of the Producers Guild of America, The Alliance of Women Directors and the AFICWDA. She has traveled to over 40 countries.