Gain valuable insights on educational distribution, retaining film rights, and exploring innovative distribution ideas to reach wider audiences and make a lasting impact with your storytelling. In the Festival Lounge, the day starts with Breakfast (9-10AM) and ends with a Happy Hour (4:30-5:30PM) co-presented by Fever Content. To experience the DOC NYC PRO lineup, purchase an individual PRO […]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a tool that is already starting to transform all kinds of work–documentary filmmaking included. Documentary makers are perennially under-resourced, so the ability of AI to help on a wide range of tasks is a potential game-changer. Imagine having assistance on drafting grant applications, generating preliminary interview questions, transcribing audio and video […]
“Traditional” documentary distribution is in a state of disruption – often leaving independent filmmakers on their own to find new and creative solutions to ensure their films reach audiences in an impactful way. Join us for an insightful and honest discussion on strategic planning to explore the complex landscape of creative distribution. Discover real-world strategies […]
Location: IFC Center, NYC As documentary filmmakers, it’s essential to understand your role and obligations towards the participants involved in your projects. In this interactive learning experience, we’ll explore the nuances and complexities of ethical responsibility in filmmaking. While there are often no concrete answers to ethical dilemmas, discussing case studies with other filmmakers will […]
DOC NYC Audience Award winning film 1946: The Mistranslation that Shifted a Culture was a crowd pleasing hit at the 2022 festival and the most viewed film in the festival’s history. The film has a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, and director Rocky Roggio set a new standard for building upon her impactful subject matter by creating […]
Documentary filmmaking has a long tradition of working to effect social change, but what can you do to make sure your work has an impact? How do you craft an impact campaign from start to finish that is tailor made to elevate the issue your film illuminates? Partnering with local and national organizations is a […]
Get your film out into the world! Film festivals are a great vehicle for an audience to discover your film. But there are so many options! How do you know which festivals best suit your film? How can you strategize to save money on submission fees while maximizing impact? Once you’re invited to a festival, […]
Curious how to bolster your distribution know-how? Recent shifts in the distribution ecosystem have opened the door to creative and innovative distribution ideas. When filmmakers can’t rely on traditional tactics, new approaches to distribution are needed. Join Nick Canfield (The Reverend) and other guests as we explore how to sell, promote and release your films […]
DOC NYC PRO presents a two-part intensive workshop on grant funding for documentary filmmakers. In two 90-minute sessions, this workshop offers filmmakers an introduction to successful grant funding, including best practices for creating proposals for documentary funders, from government agencies to foundations to private philanthropists. Taught by seasoned producer, grant writer and grant panelist Tracie […]
This event was recorded live on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. International co-production can be a valuable part of your creative, production and fundraising strategy. But what exactly does an international co-production entail? What kinds of projects are best suited for this arrangement? How do you find an international co-production partner and what should you consider […]