January 31, 2024

Maximizing Your Marketing Budget

Worried your film’s marketing budget can’t make much of an impact? Think again! Daniel Kaplan, an award-winning digital marketing director from Fever Content (DOC NYC’s digital marketing agency through four consecutive festivals), shares his approach to building grassroots audiences for documentary features with an innovative marketing approach that has earned $1M+ box-office grosses and been written about […]

January 31, 2024

Using Graphics and Animation in Documentary

Discover the power of using graphics and animation in documentary filmmaking. Animators and graphics designers Yasmin Mistry (Idesygn creative, LLC), Daniel Shepard (Being Mary Tyler Moore), Sean Donnelly (Stamped From The Beginning) and Julie Gratz (Kaleida Studios) guide us through the intricate process of integrating visual elements into your storytelling, delving into the distinctions between graphics […]

January 31, 2024

Negotiating the Documentary Market

Dive into the heart of today’s documentary market in a dynamic conversation that reveals the essentials every filmmaker should understand, and why it matters. Discover actionable insights from Filmmaker Accelerator’s founder and director Lina Lyte Plioplyte (Periodical) on leveraging this knowledge for impactful pitches, audience building, and innovative strategies to get your film seen. An overview […]

January 31, 2024

Navigating Creative Blocks

Join us for an engaging exploration led by D Word Co-Host and filmmaker Erica Ginsberg, drawing from her insightful book, Creative Resilience. We’ll discuss innovative ways to navigate creative blocks, addressing common challenges like impostor syndrome, creative stagnation, and dealing with setbacks. Gain practical strategies for overcoming these hurdles and fostering a resilient creative mindset […]

January 31, 2024

DOC NYC PRO Winter 2024 Season Pass

Save with a Season Pass, good for all 5 virtual PRO events scheduled for February 28-March 27, 2024! DOC NYC PRO returns for Winter Season 2024 with a new line-up geared towards filmmakers and anyone interested in learning about the documentary industry. Embark on a multifaceted exploration spanning the spectrum of documentary filmmaking. New Offer: All […]

January 31, 2024

Mental Health 101: Care of Participants

Join therapists Jennifer Zelaya, LICSW and Carolyn Gartner, LCSW and filmmaker Amanda Mustard (Great Photo, Lovely Life) for an essential discussion on prioritizing the mental health of documentary participants. As filmmakers, it’s crucial to recognize participants’ symptoms related to depression, anxiety, and trauma throughout the filmmaking process. This panel will provide practical insights and guidelines […]