DOC NYC PRO’s Insider Conference continues on Wednesday, November 18 with a day of audience engagement: Reaching Your Audience. All of the Insiders Conference DOC NYC PRO sessions include access to the new PRO Lounge, begin with morning bagels and coffee from 9:15-10:00am, and conclude with Happy Hours from 5:00-6:00pm.
Reaching Your Audience
MORNING MANIFESTO
10:00-10:30am
Newly appointed POV executive producer Justine Nagan shares insights as she steps into her new role at public television’s leading independent documentary series and reflects on her role at Chicago-based Kartemquin overseeing award-winning projects including THE INTERRUPTERS, LIFE ITSELF, and many others.
CASE STUDIES – REACHING YOUR AUDIENCE
10:30-11:40am
Producer Daniel Chalfen and director Gabriel London of THE MIND OF MARK DEFRIEST along with director/producer Kelly Nyks (REQUIEM FOR THE AMERICAN DREAM) present case studies and give roadmaps for the best ways that filmmakers can maximize their audience.
OUTLET SHOPPING
12:00-1:10pm
With the growing number of production and distribution outlets, it’s becoming increasingly important to make sure you’re selecting the best one for your project. Jaron Gilinsky, (Storyhunter) AJ Schnack (Field of Vision), and Sam Morrill (Vimeo) will discuss the pros and cons of the many different outlets, and advise on how to pick the best one for optimal distribution and income.
DO I NEED A SALES AGENT?
2:00-3:10pm
There is still much debate over the necessity of a sales agent. Filmmakers Karim Amer (THE SQUARE), Malika Zouhali-Worrall (CALL ME KUCHU) and Andrew Rossi (PAGE ONE: INSIDE THE NEW YORK TIMES) give frank insight into what to expect and what not to expect from a sales agent.
SOCIAL ISSUE DISTRIBUTION
3:30-4:40pm
Social issue documentaries now have more opportunities than ever to be seen on platforms such as Netflix, Amazon and iTunes. Experts including Christie Marchese (Picture Motion), Jennifer MacArthur (Borderline Media) and filmmaker Lacey Schwartz (LITTLE WHITE LIE) discuss the advantages and challenges of digital distribution for social issue documentaries.
Why You Should Attend:
Filmmakers can make a fantastic film, but that’s just half of the process. Today’s panels provide essential information about audience engagement, including advice about distribution, outreach, and new technologies.
More Info:
Individual tickets are not available for the Insiders Conference. To attend, purchase one of the following Passes: All Access Pass, DOC NYC PRO Pass, Insiders Conference Pass, or Reaching Your Audience Day Pass.
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