Bettina Dalton is a documentary producer specializing in nature films. She's best known for the film Playing with Sharks, which you can watch on Disney Plus.Support the show

MDJ032 Why your interviews suck - and how to fix it

Jun 10th, 2022 13m 24s

Today we talk about how to get great interviews from anyone.Support the show

MDJ031 Interview with Hsuan Yu Pan and Nancy Wolfe

Jun 2nd, 2022 57m 15s

Interview with Hsuan Yu Pan and Nancy Wolfe about their new documentary short, Alone/Together.Currently, Alone/Together is available to watch via https://www.panvideo.net/watch-a-filmAlso check out the facebook page https://www.facebook.com/alo

MDJ030 Beware Bad Coaches

May 24th, 2022 11m 42s

Today I’m going to Update you on what’s happening in Madagascar and where we are with the filmUpdate you on what I’ve been doing over the past year while we’ve been unable to filmA lesson hard learned from this past yearLearn more about the fil

MDJ029 Lessons learned

Apr 15th, 2021 17m

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MDJ028 Mind Frame - A Key to Filmmaking Success

Apr 8th, 2021 12m 37s

Support our crowdfunding campaign at https://seedandspark.com/fund/voiceofvanillaVisit our website at http://mydocjourney.com/Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=cU8y8-ux7Oq5VdZhr2eo4G6hgqwY_oldIRT-5qWDcOTzbyRbrAJ08hL8mK4P1W0

MDJ027 Set your Sony a7iii up for success

Apr 1st, 2021 22m 56s

Please support the Seed&Spark campaign for Voice of Vanilla at https://seedandspark.com/fund/voiceofvanillaSupport the show

MDJ026 Grant writing for documentary film

Mar 25th, 2021 21m 50s

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

MDJ025 Interview with Jessica Jones

Mar 18th, 2021 31m 42s

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-

MDJ024 How to run crowdfunding campaign pt.2

Mar 9th, 2021 11m 5s

1) Don't solicit; Elicit.2) Keep contributors updated3) Think beyond money4) Techniques for facebook5) Techniques for Insta6) Clubhouse and TikTokSupport the show

MDJ023 How to run a crowdfunding campaign

Mar 3rd, 2021 12m 54s

Seed & SparkCrowdfunding for Filmmakers1) Audience research2) Pitch video3) Determine how much you can raise4) Incentives5) Be ready for day 16) Make it your full time jobSupport the show

MDJ 022 What equipment do I need for videography

Feb 23rd, 2021 17m 38s

Visit MyDocJourney.com for list of gearSupport the show

MDJ021 Why documentary film is important + pitching Netflix

Feb 17th, 2021 10m 49s

It'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 s

MDJ020 Best Productivity Tips for Filmmaking

Feb 9th, 2021 17m 39s

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

MDJ019 Interview with Karen Whitehead

Jul 1st, 2020 56m 37s

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-suzan

MDJ018 Develop your fundraising strategy

May 27th, 2020 27m 41s

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 t

MDJ ep017 Interview with Alana DeJoseph

May 13th, 2020 50m 30s

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.peacecorp

Building your documentary audience

Feb 5th, 2020 18m 17s

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://pet

Book Review: Drive by Daniel Pink

Jan 15th, 2020 17m 16s

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

MDJ 014 Getting a great interview

Dec 11th, 2019 15m 55s

FREE E-booklet: How to Become a Documentary Filmmakeravailable at MyDocJourney.comMake a tax-deductible donation to Voice of Vanilla at www.tinyurl.com/vovdocSince many of you will be visiting family, I thought I’d talk about interviewing, so t

MDJ013 Freelancer to Business Owner

Nov 25th, 2019 15m 22s

On this episode I discuss why you shouldn't try to be a full-time freelancer, but instead develop a business structure.Find us online at MyDocJourney.comSupport the show

MDJ ep012 All about festivals

Nov 7th, 2019 19m 41s

Just got back from Baltimore Next Media Web Fest where my web series Girl Aspiring won Best Documentary Web Series and I got a cool glowing trophy. I’m feeling inspired, and motivated, and generally pumped about filmmaking. So today we’re going

Free the art! and post-trip gear review

Oct 26th, 2019 26m 36s

Don't feel bad if you're not making money from your art, but also don't feel bad to ask for money to make art. Also, I complain about gear (and rave about a some).Support the show