A Cuban actor, a Jewish director, and a Syrian producer walk into a storage room in Portland, Oregon and ask, “Who is America?” The answer is a powerful, new short film entitled "The Janitor," penned by Los Angeles based writer and producer Rick Najera. To be released on 911, the filmmakers produced the short as a protest, attempting to humanize … [Read more...] about New Short Film “The Janitor” Humanizes Immigration Debate with a Powerful Take on 9/11
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Writer / Performer Rick Najera Adds Comedic Magic in New Film, Taco Shop
New Slapstick Comedy is a Journey for Taco Supremacy Starrings Tyler Posey, Felipe Esparza, & Paula Jai-Parker HOLLYWOOD, CA – May 1, 2018 – Actor-Writer-Comedian, Rick Najera (East Los High, Nothing Like The Holidays, In Living Color) co-stars in the new comedy, Taco Shop which he also co-wrote the screenplay with Oskar Toruno. The film is … [Read more...] about Writer / Performer Rick Najera Adds Comedic Magic in New Film, Taco Shop
Rick Najera Launches New Show on SoundCloud
Latino Thought Makers, Created and Hosted by Rick Najera, Highlighting Diverse Voices and Influential Latinos, Now on SoundCloud, the world's leading social sound platform LOS ANGELES, CA [February 9, 2018] Rick Najera and his inspirational interview series, Latino Thought Makers, makes its debut on SoundCloud, the world’s leading … [Read more...] about Rick Najera Launches New Show on SoundCloud
Rick Najera Talks to Latino Dad About Fatherhood and Family
Rick Najera, host of Latino Thought Makers national radio show on KPFK 90.7FM in Los Angeles, recently spoke to Latino Dad, about family and fatherhood. Latino Dad is a platform showcasing the importance of fatherhood and a resource for dads. The interview was part of their Latino Dad Profiles Series. Rick also served as keynote speaker at the … [Read more...] about Rick Najera Talks to Latino Dad About Fatherhood and Family
OFFICIAL STATEMENT: Industry Leader Rick Najera Responds to Media
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: OFFICIAL STATEMENT: Industry Leader Rick Najera, Wife and Family Personally Respond: We are Heartbroken and Confounded by Deliberate and Cruel Defamations LOS ANGELES (OCTOBER 27, 2017) Award-winning, creative and diversity advocate Rick Najera provided a statement on behalf of himself, and his devastated wife and … [Read more...] about OFFICIAL STATEMENT: Industry Leader Rick Najera Responds to Media
Rick Najera to Speak at JFK University, more for Hispanic Heritage Month, Now Booking
National speaker and entertainment creative, Rick Najera, will be speaking during Hispanic Heritage month (Sept/Oct) at John F. Kennedy University, Esteam Gala (in partnership with Ronnie Lott's All Stars Helping Kids), Cabrillo Economic Development Department, HACU National Convention and more. www.ricknajera.com To book Rick Najera, call … [Read more...] about Rick Najera to Speak at JFK University, more for Hispanic Heritage Month, Now Booking