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MDJ029 Lessons learned

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MDJ028 Mind Frame - A Key to Filmmaking Success

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MDJ027 Set your Sony a7iii up for success

Find the core application at Documentary.orgArchival footage links:Archive.orgBritishpathe.comhttps://nofilmschool.com/2015/10/need-public-domain-footage-your-documentary-here-are-5-great-sourcesSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=cU8y8-ux7Oq5VdZhr2eo4G6hgqwY_oldIRT-5qWDcOTzbyRbrAJ08hL8mK4P1W0aH0UbKG&country.x=US&locale.x=US)

MDJ026 Grant writing for documentary film

Jessica Jones is an Emmy nominated documentary filmmaker. Her work focuses on community, cultural representation, and race with a specific focus on both Black and multiracial identity, often with a focus on women and the arts through character-driven narratives. Her work has appeared on Independent Lens, The New York Times, BBC, KQED, among others publications. She is a part of two-time Webby award winning If Cities Could Dance filmmaking team and in 2016, she received an Emmy nomination for “Women Dancers Redefine Oakland’s Street Dancing Scene”, published on KQED Arts. She is a part of the creative team behind Mixed People’s History, an online story archival project. She was the 2011 George Stoney Fellow at Working Films, and a 2013 BAVC Mediamaker Fellow. She is a graduate of Northwestern University, and George Washington University’s Institute for Documentary Filmmaking.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=cU8y8-ux7Oq5VdZhr2eo4G6hgqwY_oldIRT-5qWDcOTzbyRbrAJ08hL8mK4P1W0aH0UbKG&country.x=US&locale.x=US)

MDJ025 Interview with Jessica Jones

1) Don&apos;t solicit; Elicit.2) Keep contributors updated3) Think beyond money4) Techniques for facebook5) Techniques for Insta6) Clubhouse and TikTokSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=cU8y8-ux7Oq5VdZhr2eo4G6hgqwY_oldIRT-5qWDcOTzbyRbrAJ08hL8mK4P1W0aH0UbKG&country.x=US&locale.x=US)

MDJ024 How to run crowdfunding campaign pt.2

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MDJ023 How to run a crowdfunding campaign

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MDJ 022 What equipment do I need for videography

It&apos;s important to be able to articulate the importance of documentary filmmaking. There are many reasons, but here are a few of mine.Also, I watched the 3 hour long Stage 32 webinar about pitching Netflix, and here are my thoughts.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=cU8y8-ux7Oq5VdZhr2eo4G6hgqwY_oldIRT-5qWDcOTzbyRbrAJ08hL8mK4P1W0aH0UbKG&country.x=US&locale.x=US)

MDJ021 Why documentary film is important + pitching Netflix

Tips: Getting out of the slump: LAUGHHold a pencil in your mouthMeditationCreate a sanctuaryBreak things down into small tasks20-30min work sprints5min activity break each hourDrink lots of water, eat hard candy Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=cU8y8-ux7Oq5VdZhr2eo4G6hgqwY_oldIRT-5qWDcOTzbyRbrAJ08hL8mK4P1W0aH0UbKG&country.x=US&locale.x=US)

MDJ020 Best Productivity Tips for Filmmaking

Watch Imitating Life online through Salem Film Fest https://salemfilmfest.com/2020/movies/imitating-life-the-audacity-of-suzanne-heintz/Find out about future screenings at https://www.journeyman.tv/film/7841/imitating-life-the-audacity-of-suzanne-heintzSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=cU8y8-ux7Oq5VdZhr2eo4G6hgqwY_oldIRT-5qWDcOTzbyRbrAJ08hL8mK4P1W0aH0UbKG&country.x=US&locale.x=US)

MDJ019 Interview with Karen Whitehead

Visit Mydocjourney.com to download the free ebook Roadmap to Becoming a Documentary FilmmakerWrite your mission statementsGet a fiscal sponsorCreate a trailerStart applying for grants- this is a long game, so if you think you’re going to film this next month and edit it the month after, forget about this for nowIt takes a lot of time, and you have to apply several times before you really have a chanceThere are benefits beyond money, like connections to distributors, film festivals, and labsBuild your communityCreate a spreadsheet of your entire circle of influence and start talking to peopleIn-person request for help is always going to be the best way to get support, and widen your sphereMake sure you keep notes on all your meetings and follow upCreate an “advisory board” of friends and mentorsCreate a social media plan (figure out best sites to post on) and post regularlyFind newspapers, magazine, website related to your topic- submit articles for publication (build awareness and credibility)Develop your pitchShort and sweet (20-30 sec) makes them ask, oh that’s interesting, tell me moreBe passionate Pitch 10 times a dayEvents - Build community, raise awareness2 ways to raise money here: get sponsors (put logos on stuff), have an auctionOnline events during covid- no overhead, people can attend from anywhere in the world8. INDIVIDUALSWhere to find them?In your headAddress bookFamilyLocal newspaper: look for ppl w/ interest in the topic area; business & society columnsBrainstorming partyNet: websites, blogs, social networksHow to approach?One-to-one direct, in-person askFundraising housepartyDirect mailPersonal letter from you to a few people you know, or by avid supporter who will write their friendsMass mail appeal sent to a list you&apos;ve acquired EmailHow to approach them?one-on-oneFundraising House PartyCrowdfundingBefore you do this you must have already done the work of building your community and email list, so if you’re a first-time filmmaker…Go to seedandspark.com and watch their fundraising class!!!!9. OTHER NONPROFITSWhere to findProfessional journalsConferencesITVSVFW, Knights of Columbus, Lion’s Club, Rotary International10. GOVERNMENTNational sourcesNatl endowment for the artsNatl endowment for the humanitiesCorp for public broadcastingMisc (e..g. Forestry, IRS)StateState arts agenciesState humanities councilsState tourism boardLocallocal/regional arts councilCommerce & growth associationsCity tourism bSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=cU8y8-ux7Oq5VdZhr2eo4G6hgqwY_oldIRT-5qWDcOTzbyRbrAJ08hL8mK4P1W0aH0UbKG&country.x=US&locale.x=US)

MDJ018 Develop your fundraising strategy

Alana DeJoseph is the producer, director, and editor of the feature documentary film, A Towering Task, which explores the history and current relevancy of the US Peace Corps.Learn more about her film, and how to watch it at http://www.peacecorpsdocumentary.com/Learn more about my documentary, Voice of Vanilla, about Madagascar vanilla farmers at http://voiceofvanilla.com/Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=cU8y8-ux7Oq5VdZhr2eo4G6hgqwY_oldIRT-5qWDcOTzbyRbrAJ08hL8mK4P1W0aH0UbKG&country.x=US&locale.x=US)

MDJ ep017 Interview with Alana DeJoseph

Get your guide to becoming a documentary filmmaker at MyDocJourney.comHotDocs 2018 Documentary Audience Research study https://telefilm.ca/wp-content/uploads/hotdocs2018-doc-audience-report-en.pdfPeter Broderick blog about Distribber http://peterbroderick.com/distributionbulletins/distributionbulletins.htmlHow to develop your audienceDON’T assume you know who your audience is. Do some research.Make a list of topics/keywords related to your filmResearch what existsOther films, news stories, books, blogs, reddit groups, twitter chats, businesses, influencersCreate a spreadsheet/ organize findingsMake list of types of content that gets shared, the way people communicate, what topics people are talking about or asking aboutMake list of conferences or other eventsBonus is that you learn even more about your topic!!!Here’s where you’ll find the groups/influencers who you will reach out to to spread the word about your filmFollow unexpected leads to find things you hadn’t thought of- add to list of keywordsCreate a composite sketch of your audience with 3-5 examplesBeliefs and mindset are most important aspect- not age or sexGo out and talk to people who match your sketched and make sure they really are interestedDevelop a relationship with your audienceShare your WHYEngage in-person as much as possibleStart building your email listMake sure you’re offering valueAsk audience for their feedback/ideassend your list a survey asking them about their lives and interests. Ask them what intrigues them about your documentary project and what topics they’d like to see covered.Bring them back to your site by giving them ways to participateBlog: about filmmaking process, about characters/themes; expand narrative beyond the film by working with/connecting to grassroots orgs that work on the social issues your doc covers; post content from filmWrite articles that can be shared by people/groups/orgsSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=cU8y8-ux7Oq5VdZhr2eo4G6hgqwY_oldIRT-5qWDcOTzbyRbrAJ08hL8mK4P1W0aH0UbKG&country.x=US&locale.x=US)

Building your documentary audience

Intrinsic Motivation requires 3 elements- Autonomy- Mastery- PurposeGive yourself a FLOW test to help find purposeUse Deliberate Practice to achieve MasteryCreate your own Goals and give yourself monthly Performance ReviewsSupport the show (https://fromtheheartproductions.networkforgood.com/projects/51992-documentaries-voice-of-vanilla)

Book Review: Drive by Daniel Pink

A show about how to create a feature-length documentary. It is hosted by producer/director Maureen Lee Maloney, and follows the progress of the film Voice of Vanilla, as well as explaining how to become a documentary filmmaker.