The filmmaker of Rate It X (POV 1988) and Golden Threads (POV 1999) is wiser after releasing many documentaries the “traditional way” and has turned to a new model for making a living as an independent filmmaker.
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POV Kicks Off Dumbo Filmmaker Meetups Next Week with IFP and Dumbo BID
POV will be kicking off the DUMBO Filmmaker Meetup series next Thursday, May 23 from 6:30-8 PM at the POV offices in DUMBO, Brooklyn.
Continue reading this entry »For Filmmakers: Documentary Filmmaking Resources from POV
Check out our new resource for documentary filmmakers that covers everything from funding opportunities to online video platforms to “engagement” strategists you can hire for your film.
Continue reading this entry »Recommended Reading: The “360 Equation”: The One Business Model Every Filmmaker Needs To Know
Marc Schiller of BOND360 explains his company’s approach to independent distributing.
Continue reading this entry »Simplifying HTML5 Video Compression
HTML5 video export settings to maximize compatibility across the most popular browsers.
Continue reading this entry »Recommended Reading: Top 10 Twitter Tips for Filmmakers
In 2012, Thom Powers of Stranger Than Fiction gave his biggest tips for filmmakers on Twitter, covering the basics while also providing some great strategy pointers.
Continue reading this entry »Recommended Reading: The 6 Stages of Editing As A Film Director
Learn about the 6 Stages of Editing As A Film Director from Elliot Grove via Raindance Film Festival.
Continue reading this entry »Recommended Reading: Eight Fundamental Concepts of Sound for Documentary
Learn the eight fundamental concepts of sound for documentary from David Tames of http://kino-eye.com.
Continue reading this entry »POV Hackathon Selected for Fledgling Fund Grant
The Fledgling Fund recently announced new grantees and POV is thrilled to receive support for our ongoing series of Hackathons.
Continue reading this entry »Giveaway: Win a StoryCorps Animated Shorts DVD
Thanks for joining our OVEE online “social screening” of StoryCorps Animated Shorts. Enter now for a chance to bring these films home with your own StoryCorps Animated Shorts DVD.
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