Filmmaking for Change - A Webinar for Changemakers (Aug 5, 2015)
Thanks to access to new tools, emerging technologies, and expanding distribution platforms, there has never been a greater opportunity for changemakers to become filmmakers. There is clearly a growing interest in social impact films, as audiences want to be entertained by stories about world around them. They want to engage and ultimately be inspired to create change.
However, the key ingredients for success have not changed.
We will covered key categories, including:
DEVELOPMENT
In the social impact storytelling space, this is where you discover the stories around the issue. Whether the subject is on human rights, the environment or other social relevance, this is the stage where the initial research and exploration is done.
PRODUCTION
Beginning with pre production, I walk you through production and post- production. From stylistic considerations and interview strategies, to the editorial work flow options, you will learn the primary elements, and see examples from past works.
DISTRIBUTION
Now entering the wild wild west of what has become film distribution, this section guides through all the different options you will face. From traditional theatrical to the evolving theatrical-on-demand, from international marketplace to the expanding digital pipelines, you will learn what to consider in making the decisions related to reaching your audience.
SOCIAL ACTION CAMPAIGNS
For social impact filmmakers, it’s about using the power of story to create change. You need to have the end goal in mind, and these ideas inform your strategies along the way. This section will help you establish the foundations to build upon, the partnership concepts to consider, and how to use social media to engage your audience and inspire them to take action.
However, the key ingredients for success have not changed.
- Great storytelling
- Strong production quality
- Targeted distribution strategy
- Comprehensive social action campaign
We will covered key categories, including:
DEVELOPMENT
In the social impact storytelling space, this is where you discover the stories around the issue. Whether the subject is on human rights, the environment or other social relevance, this is the stage where the initial research and exploration is done.
- Goals for the project
- Overview of Documentary and Narrative social impact films
- The Hero’s Journey
- Story Ideas as a Call to action
- Financial Considerations
PRODUCTION
Beginning with pre production, I walk you through production and post- production. From stylistic considerations and interview strategies, to the editorial work flow options, you will learn the primary elements, and see examples from past works.
- Pre-production through post
- The Crew
- Style and Structure
- Budget Line Items
- Fundraising &Partnerships
DISTRIBUTION
Now entering the wild wild west of what has become film distribution, this section guides through all the different options you will face. From traditional theatrical to the evolving theatrical-on-demand, from international marketplace to the expanding digital pipelines, you will learn what to consider in making the decisions related to reaching your audience.
- The Strategies
- The Festival Landscape
- Distribution
- The Hybrid Strategy
- Creative Partnerships
SOCIAL ACTION CAMPAIGNS
For social impact filmmakers, it’s about using the power of story to create change. You need to have the end goal in mind, and these ideas inform your strategies along the way. This section will help you establish the foundations to build upon, the partnership concepts to consider, and how to use social media to engage your audience and inspire them to take action.
- The Film and the Cause
- The Strategies
- Partnerships
- Showing & Sharing
- Tools for Measurement
