Nice Tan is a groundbreaking series that empowers People of Color to challenge perspectives using the unique medium of sketch comedy. As Bay Area artists we’ve set our show locally because people flock here to grapple with identity and reinvent themselves, often with mortifying and hilarious results
Nice Tan is a groundbreaking series that empowers People of Color to challenge perspectives using the unique medium of sketch comedy. As Bay Area artists we’ve set our show locally because people flock here to grapple with identity and reinvent themselves, often with mortifying and hilarious results
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Mission Statement
We feature underrepresented perspectives in sketch comedy at every level of production and skewer the various identities we inhabit in a pointed, irreverent, and hilarious way. Our creative team is all POC and predominantly Queer, and our production team prioritizes women, POC, and LGBTQIA crew.About The Project
Nice Tan is a WOC and QPOC-led sketch comedy project about life and identity in a world that’s not as “woke” as it thinks it is. Our goal is to empower People of Color to challenge perspectives on identity and feature some of the best comedic actors and writers the Bay Area has to offer.
We've seen groundbreaking sketch series from other marginalized voices that have pushed the envelope for comedy — In Living Color, Chapelle’s Show, Key and Peele, Inside Amy Schumer. But it’s 2019 and we STILL haven’t seen a mainstream sketch series that centers women of color and queer people of color.
We’re ready to change things up in the sketch landscape. By bringing something fresh and unique that’s never been featured on tv. We’ve always wanted to see more people like us represented on screen, and we’re hoping you do too. Audiences of all kinds are hungry for unique stories, characters, and perspectives. Help us show the networks that the world is ready for a show like Nice Tan, and that there’s a demand for more diverse and representative sketch comedy content on mainstream platforms.
Nice Tan’s entire creative team of writers and actors are WOC / QPOC. We feature characters and scenarios from OUR experiences, and bring them to life in a way that resonates both for us and a broader audience looking for fresh and funny perspectives.
Our show is unique, but our experiences are all-to-common. We work in a variety of careers and disciplines. We are tired of waiting for people to cast us in reductive, stereotypical roles, and collaborate with other comedic artists and actors who feel similarly. We’ve given ourselves a platform to be funny and authentic on our own terms, and invite our audiences to laugh and think about issues that affect all of us!
Our sketches explore themes from getting mistaken for the nanny when you’re out with your own child, to constantly being “The Only” in a room, to code switching mishaps, to misgendering, to problematic aunties, to therapist drama, to misguided activism...and everything in between.
We have scripts, a incredible production team, and of course our fab team of actors and writers. Now all we need is to film our pilot episode! The only thing we need is funding, so we are turning to our audience for support.
We’re rallying our community to raise $48,000 to film Nice Tan’s pilot episode. If we hit our goal, it’ll go straight to producing our pilot and getting it through post production this fall.
Once we produce our pilot, we’ll have a fully fledged showcase of our series that will help us accomplish our next goal: to pitch our series for distribution and find a home on a mainstream platform or network.
Unique and diverse stories need to be told; however, we can't do it without your help.Film and TV are powerful platforms because they reach a widespread audience. But production costs for a high quality show can be challenging. In order to bring our vision to life, we need to pay for things like costumes, sets, post production, camera equipment, editing software, permits for locations -- the list goes on and on. Our budget breakdown looks like this:
Every little bit counts, and we want to personally thank each and every one of you for your contributions. When you support our campaign you have the opportunity to receive a wide variety of perks, including: a personal shout out on the series' Facebook page, a private link to view the pilot as soon as it's released, or even an executive producer credit!
Help us spread the word about Nice Tan! Show networks that the world is ready for a sketch show that places WOC + QPOC at the forefront, and that there’s a demand for this type of content on mainstream platforms.
In addition to backing our pilot, sharing the link to the campaign via social media will help spread the word about this important project, and get Nice Tan out into the world.
Incentives
$5
I Got 5 On It!
Every little bit counts, and we appreciate your support! Throw 5 on our pilot and we'll shout you out on Nice Tan's social media channels!
$25
Digital Nice Tan Poster
You'll receive our gratitude, a shout-out on social media, and a sweet Nice Tan digital poster that you can use as your lock screen, your desktop background, or however you'd like to share the satisfaction of backing a dope new series!
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital Poster$50
Digital Pilot Episode
Have a kiki with all the girls and screen your very own exclusive copy of our pilot episode! On top of that, you'll get a shout-out on sosh meeds, a digital poster, and be the envy of all your friends, especially Liz!
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
$75
Your Name in the Credits
Ever wanted to see your name on a TV show? Now's your chance! Get a your name in the final thank you credits for our series because we are so thankful for your support!
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
$100
U So Extra!
Bay Area locals who back us at this level get to join us on set as an extra in our pilot episode! If you don’t live in the Bay, fear not, you still get something extra as hell! Team Tan will create a personalized dance move gif inspired by your name and honor. Plus all the schwag listed above! (Travel not included)
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
$150
Google Hangouts Q&A
We want to invite you to a Google Hangouts Q&A session where you can ask all the questions you've ever had about filmmaking, plus time on set as an extra and all the fun stuff listed above!
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
$200
Signed, sealed, delivered.
We’ll send you a signed copy of our pilot script, and a signed hard copy poster. Your version of our digital pilot will include exclusive director and cast commentary, AND, of course, your name will appear in our credits. Who are you girl, Ava Duvernay?
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
$250
Let’s Have a Kiki!
Join Team Tan for an invite-only pilot release party to celebrate the launch of our new series! (Travel not included)
If you don’t live in the Bay Area, you’re invited to a Google Hangout with select Nice Tan team members to ask your burning questions about the filmmaking process and development of the series!
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Pilot Release Party Invite
$300
Nama-Paid Our Bill$
Join us at an exclusive Nice Tan Yoga Class in San Francisco or Oakland, which may or may not be taught by Becky herself! (Travel not included)
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Pilot Release Party Invite
Yoga Class
Claimed: 0 of 3
$300
Ghana Give It to Ya
Join us at a legit, exclusive Nice Tan West African Dance Class in San Francisco or Oakland (tap shoes and travel not included.)
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Pilot Release Party Invite
Dance Class
Claimed: 0 of 3
$300
Hill or High Roller
You’ll receive a gorgeous custom art piece detailing the steepest grades in SF, so you’ll know when to leave the Louboutins at home and call that rideshare honey!
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Pilot Release Party Invite
Custom Art Piece
$350
Get Yourself Together, Girl!
You’ll be treated to a custom 30 min styling session + a piece of your choosing at The Golden Hour boutique in SF, complements of our fab wardrobe stylist! (Travel not included)
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Pilot Release Party Invite
Styling session
Claimed: 0 of 4
$400
A Seat at the Table
You’re invited to attend a table read as we prep for our pilot. Hitch up those Depends gurl cause you’re gonna wet yourself laughing!
If you don’t live in the Bay Area, we will bring you in via Google Hangout!
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Pilot Release Party Invite
Table Read Invite
$500
Bobby Bottle Service
We’ll send you 2 tickets to our pilot premiere screening party in the Bay Area. Bring that special someone and enjoy complimentary bottle service all night long! (Travel not included)
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Table Read Invite
2 Pilot Release Party Invites + Bottle Service
$750
Cast Cameo
Team Tan will film a custom message for you in character for you to share out and be the envy of all the girls. Plus the bottle service and everything else listed above!
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Table Read Invite
2 Pilot Release Party Invites + Bottle Service
Custom Video Message
$1,000
A Sketchy Situation
You’ll attend an exclusive sketch writing session with a Nice Tan writer! Bring those hilarious ideas and we’ll help you shape them. And who knows? Maybe one day we’ll be backing your emerging sketch series! (Travel not included)
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Table Read Invite
2 Pilot Release Party Invites + Bottle Service
Custom Video Message
Sketch Writing Session
$1,000
These Funds Were Made for Walkin’
You’ll receive a walk-on role in our pilot! Lay those edges, beat that face, and tighten that wig because you about to be famous girl! (Travel not included)
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Table Read Invite
2 Pilot Release Party Invites + Bottle Service
Custom Video Message
Walk-On Role
$1,500
Producer Level
We’ll provide you with a Producer IMDb credit in addition to your walk-on role in our pilot!
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Table Read Invite
2 Pilot Release Party Invites + Bottle Service
Custom Video Message
Walk-On Role
Producer IMDB Credit
$2,000
This Is Your Life
We’ll write and film a sketch based on a situation in your life, and include it in one of our upcoming episodes!
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Table Read Invite
2 Pilot Release Party Invites + Bottle Service
Custom Video Message
Producer IMDB Credit
Sketch based on you
$5,000
Bigwig Associate Producer Level
We’ll provide you with an Associate Producer IMDb credit and the satisfaction of telling people you were instrumental in launching a comedy series that’s the first of its kind!
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Table Read Invite
2 Pilot Release Party Invites + Bottle Service
Custom Video Message
Associate Producer IMDB Credit
$10,000
Baller Shot Caller Executive Producer Level
We’ll provide you with an Executive Producer IMDb credit! Your big ballin’ status grants you a day on set watching the magic happen, and a private thank you celebration with Team Tan at a fun hot spot in the Bay Area! (Travel not included)
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Table Read Invite
2 Pilot Release Party Invites + Bottle Service
Custom Video Message
Executive Producer IMDB Credit
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Wishlist
Use the WishList to pledge cash and loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an incentive directly.
$5
I Got 5 On It!
Every little bit counts, and we appreciate your support! Throw 5 on our pilot and we'll shout you out on Nice Tan's social media channels!
$25
Digital Nice Tan Poster
You'll receive our gratitude, a shout-out on social media, and a sweet Nice Tan digital poster that you can use as your lock screen, your desktop background, or however you'd like to share the satisfaction of backing a dope new series!
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital Poster$50
Digital Pilot Episode
Have a kiki with all the girls and screen your very own exclusive copy of our pilot episode! On top of that, you'll get a shout-out on sosh meeds, a digital poster, and be the envy of all your friends, especially Liz!
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
$75
Your Name in the Credits
Ever wanted to see your name on a TV show? Now's your chance! Get a your name in the final thank you credits for our series because we are so thankful for your support!
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
$100
U So Extra!
Bay Area locals who back us at this level get to join us on set as an extra in our pilot episode! If you don’t live in the Bay, fear not, you still get something extra as hell! Team Tan will create a personalized dance move gif inspired by your name and honor. Plus all the schwag listed above! (Travel not included)
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
$150
Google Hangouts Q&A
We want to invite you to a Google Hangouts Q&A session where you can ask all the questions you've ever had about filmmaking, plus time on set as an extra and all the fun stuff listed above!
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
$200
Signed, sealed, delivered.
We’ll send you a signed copy of our pilot script, and a signed hard copy poster. Your version of our digital pilot will include exclusive director and cast commentary, AND, of course, your name will appear in our credits. Who are you girl, Ava Duvernay?
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
$250
Let’s Have a Kiki!
Join Team Tan for an invite-only pilot release party to celebrate the launch of our new series! (Travel not included)
If you don’t live in the Bay Area, you’re invited to a Google Hangout with select Nice Tan team members to ask your burning questions about the filmmaking process and development of the series!
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Pilot Release Party Invite
$300
Nama-Paid Our Bill$
Join us at an exclusive Nice Tan Yoga Class in San Francisco or Oakland, which may or may not be taught by Becky herself! (Travel not included)
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Pilot Release Party Invite
Yoga Class
Claimed: 0 of 3
$300
Ghana Give It to Ya
Join us at a legit, exclusive Nice Tan West African Dance Class in San Francisco or Oakland (tap shoes and travel not included.)
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Pilot Release Party Invite
Dance Class
Claimed: 0 of 3
$300
Hill or High Roller
You’ll receive a gorgeous custom art piece detailing the steepest grades in SF, so you’ll know when to leave the Louboutins at home and call that rideshare honey!
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Pilot Release Party Invite
Custom Art Piece
$350
Get Yourself Together, Girl!
You’ll be treated to a custom 30 min styling session + a piece of your choosing at The Golden Hour boutique in SF, complements of our fab wardrobe stylist! (Travel not included)
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Pilot Release Party Invite
Styling session
Claimed: 0 of 4
$400
A Seat at the Table
You’re invited to attend a table read as we prep for our pilot. Hitch up those Depends gurl cause you’re gonna wet yourself laughing!
If you don’t live in the Bay Area, we will bring you in via Google Hangout!
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Pilot Release Party Invite
Table Read Invite
$500
Bobby Bottle Service
We’ll send you 2 tickets to our pilot premiere screening party in the Bay Area. Bring that special someone and enjoy complimentary bottle service all night long! (Travel not included)
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Table Read Invite
2 Pilot Release Party Invites + Bottle Service
$750
Cast Cameo
Team Tan will film a custom message for you in character for you to share out and be the envy of all the girls. Plus the bottle service and everything else listed above!
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Table Read Invite
2 Pilot Release Party Invites + Bottle Service
Custom Video Message
$1,000
A Sketchy Situation
You’ll attend an exclusive sketch writing session with a Nice Tan writer! Bring those hilarious ideas and we’ll help you shape them. And who knows? Maybe one day we’ll be backing your emerging sketch series! (Travel not included)
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Table Read Invite
2 Pilot Release Party Invites + Bottle Service
Custom Video Message
Sketch Writing Session
$1,000
These Funds Were Made for Walkin’
You’ll receive a walk-on role in our pilot! Lay those edges, beat that face, and tighten that wig because you about to be famous girl! (Travel not included)
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Name in the Credits
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Table Read Invite
2 Pilot Release Party Invites + Bottle Service
Custom Video Message
Walk-On Role
$1,500
Producer Level
We’ll provide you with a Producer IMDb credit in addition to your walk-on role in our pilot!
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Table Read Invite
2 Pilot Release Party Invites + Bottle Service
Custom Video Message
Walk-On Role
Producer IMDB Credit
$2,000
This Is Your Life
We’ll write and film a sketch based on a situation in your life, and include it in one of our upcoming episodes!
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Table Read Invite
2 Pilot Release Party Invites + Bottle Service
Custom Video Message
Producer IMDB Credit
Sketch based on you
$5,000
Bigwig Associate Producer Level
We’ll provide you with an Associate Producer IMDb credit and the satisfaction of telling people you were instrumental in launching a comedy series that’s the first of its kind!
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Table Read Invite
2 Pilot Release Party Invites + Bottle Service
Custom Video Message
Associate Producer IMDB Credit
$10,000
Baller Shot Caller Executive Producer Level
We’ll provide you with an Executive Producer IMDb credit! Your big ballin’ status grants you a day on set watching the magic happen, and a private thank you celebration with Team Tan at a fun hot spot in the Bay Area! (Travel not included)
Items included:
Social Media Shoutout
Digital PosterDigital Pilot Episode
Extra in the Pilot
Google Hangouts Q&A
Signed Copy of the Script + Poster
Table Read Invite
2 Pilot Release Party Invites + Bottle Service
Custom Video Message
Executive Producer IMDB Credit
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CREATOR - Carla Lee
In the bio of a 3rd grade book report, Carla Lee announced that she wanted to be a "Comedy Clown" and has been trying to make you laugh ever since. Throughout her youth, she seized every opportunity to act and sing in community plays and musicals and shot her own sketch comedy shows around her house and neighborhood. As an "adult," she is the Creator and Executive Producer of the sketch comedy series NICE TAN, and a writer and actor for the San Francisco sketch comedy troupe Killing My Lobster. You may also recognize her from the occasional advertisement, or as a performer/facilitator at corporate events throughout the SF Bay Area. She thrives on creating new, compelling personalities to share with the world and bringing fresh energy and perspective to classic characters. Her bucket list show is The Pirates of Penzance, and she knows every word to the "Major-General's Song."
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