DOC STORY 911
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Need help with your documentary’s story?
Let’s talk.
It Goes Like This
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It's your first documentary or it's an especially complicated one.
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You shot a LOT of material.
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You assembled the film.
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You're not happy with the story.
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You rage and cry and complain to your friends.
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You want to give up... but decide to push on!
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So...​You get in touch with me by clicking this link right here:
Here's what happens next:
CONSULT: I offer an initial, confidential consultation at no charge.
We’ll discuss your project, where you are in production, and what assets you have — to make sure we’re aligned and I can actually help. You'll have a solid and experienced friend in me.
PHASE 1: A PLAN OF ACTION We're going to get after it.
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You'll send me a cut of the film.
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I'll review it to improve the narrative structure; character development; scene work; pacing and style.
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We'll have our first formal session. Together we'll define the core of your story.
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I’ll send you a fresh story outline or digital storyboard. We'll agree.
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This is an exciting new direction for your doc!
GO FROM THE CREATIVE FUN OF THIS
TO A CLEAN STORY PLAN LIKE THIS
PHASE 2: REBUILDING The fun part.
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You (or the editor) will cut one scene for tone & style and send it to me.
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I'll review it and make some formal notes.
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Real talk: You may be resistant at this stage. It's natural. Some people are really dug in to their positions. We'll get through this. You'll see!
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​You are off to the races and start on your new adventure. With confidence!
PHASE 3: COMPLETION The hard part.
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My clients will attest to this. I check in with you.
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I don't charge for these but yes, I do call you to see how it's going. I'm invested. I want to see this film come to life. And I will be there to cheer you on or nudge you to keep going.
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You may want me to continue to review and give notes. I'm happy to do that.
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There are a host of post-production, legal and marketing issues that will crop up. I can help.
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I make sure you finish your documentary
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You invite me to your premiere.
