Building a broad, dynamic, engaged community around your film is the goal of any marketing plan, and social media should represent a healthy percentage of your efforts. Digital-media expert Kristin McCracken, along with Director/Producer Suzanne Mitchell, will lead us through examples of well-organized social media campaigns and answers all your questions in this workshop.
It’s tough to keep up with the ever-changing landscape of distribution and outreach, but necessary to determine the best route to pursue your particular project. Adam Klaff from VHX, along with filmmaker Merete Mueller (Tiny) Jim Browne (Argot Pictures) and Mat Levy (Passion River Films), will share their insight on what you need to plan for […]
Pitching to industry executives is often an essential part of getting your film funded, and presenting a sensational pitch is vital. Hear from producers and experts on how to make the best pitch, learn from examples and get a chance to practice with industry pros. Experts Daniel Chalfen (Founder/Producer, Naked Edge Films), Julie Anderson (WNET) […]
How much post-production can you afford and what is the best use of your time and budget? Ben Murray (Unfinished Spaces and Principal of The Room) and Joe Beirne (CTO, Technicolor-PostWorks NY) have worked with esteemed filmmakers including Errol Morris, Martin Scorsese, Alex Gibney and Eugene Jarecki. Murray and Beirne, along with filmmakers Laura Isreal […]
Documentaries can engage, transform and perhaps improve the world. Which films and filmmakers are pushing the envelope in social-action filmmaking and what real change is taking place? We’ll talk to expert Christie Marchese (Picture Motion), Julie Anderson (WNET) and filmmakers Tom Roberts (Every Last Child) and Diana Whitten (Vessel), and look at examples of films […]
Once your story is ready to go, how do you get started? It can be overwhelming to put together a budget, strategize on grants and create a crowdfunding campaign. Hear from Josh Braun (Submarine) Kristen Konvitz (Indiegogo), Ruby Lerner (Creative Capital), Marilyn Ness (E-Team) who provide a road map for getting your film financed. Moderator: […]
Want to fund your film and build a community around your work at the same time? Creative funding has opened up new opportunities for documentary filmmakers, including funding, audience engagement, and promotion.Join Kickstarter’s film team along with filmmakers David Thorpe (Do I Sound Gay), Chad Walker & Dave LaMatina (I Am Big Bird) and Mina T. […]
It’s important to have a great story to tell, but you also need to know how to make it come to life. Chicken & Egg Pictures Program Manager Iyabo Boyd, along with filmmakers Farihah Zaman and Jeff Reichert (Remote Area Medical, This Time Next Year) discuss not only how to find a great story, but how to […]
Animation, graphics and other visual effects are often standard features of documentaries, helping to illustrate arguments and capture the viewer’s attention. They can also be vital elements of the narrative. Designing and implementing these elements can be intimidating. Learn about what’s possible through examples from editor Nick Clark (The Life and Mind of Mark DeFriest), […]
Music and sound have become essential elements in the nonfiction narrative. What is the intricate relationship between music and documentary films? How can you successfully utilize sound design in a documentary? Composer and producer Todd Griffin (The Overnighters, E-Team) , along with Tom Paul (Gigantic Post) and David Teague (editor E-Team, Cutie and The Boxer) present […]