DOC STORY 911
You’re Not Supposed to Have
All the Answers
There is no documentary jail. We do the best we can. No one will lock you up for not knowing what to do.
The following quotes are from real clients. If any of them sound familiar, you’re in the right place.
In this business, it’s easy to feel like asking for help is a sign of weakness. But I’ve learned the opposite is true—it’s a strength.
Documentary filmmaking is complex. There are a hundred creative and logistical decisions to make at every stage, and no one is expected to navigate it all alone. Not directors. Not producers. Not even seasoned pros.
There’s no judgment here. Just support, clarity, and collaboration.
So go ahead—ask away.
"What goes into a pitch deck?"
"Can you look at my rough cut and help me with the narrative? "
"Can you help me to prep for my shoot?"
"I'm overwhelmed with footage and don't know how to organize it."
"How do I write a script?"
"What questions should I ask my interviewees?"
"How do I produce a sizzle without going broke?"
"How can I save money on post-production?"
"How do I handle multiple timelines, characters, or themes?”
"I have an idea for a documentary but don't know where to start."
"Why do people hate my main character?"
"Is my story strong enough to be a feature or can it be a short? ”
"Do I need to hire a DP, sound recordist, or can I do this myself?”
"How do I know when the cut is ‘done’?”
“Should I be aiming for film festivals, streaming platforms, or both?”
"When should I hire a lawyer?"
If you have a doc in development; a doc in the midst of production; one in edit ---or you are thinking about a doc or really stuck, give me a call and ask your questions. I'll have an answer, I'm sure. And we'll get on with making it.