Pro Lecture Series
MNN hosts special in-person and online networking and educational lectures for independent media makers. These events are open to creative media professionals located in New York City and beyond.
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Crafting a Short Film with Kath Tolentino
On March 31st, writer and filmmaker Kath Tolentino will join MNN to discuss making the most of your "canvas" and the process to crafting a short film. She will discuss the many elements that contribute to a viewers' understanding of a character's journey, from production design to cinematography. Kath is a filmmaker, producer and writer from the San Francisco Bay Area. She is founder and EP at the film production company BorderWoman Pictures. Her short film Parachute was an Official Selection of Palm Springs Shortfest, Cinequest Film Festival, New Filmmakers LA and the Hamptons International Film Festival, among other
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Past Pro Lectures
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Note: All Writer's Room events are available on-demand.
Riley Hooper: Biographical Documentaries
Join award-winning filmmaker Riley Hooper (The World's Oldest Mime, Flo, Why Not Now) as she discusses her process for creating biographical documentaries.
Norman Solomon: Citizen Journalism
Journalist, media critic, and founder of the Institute for Public Accuracy Norman Solomon discusses the importance of independent reporting in contemporary times.
Ron Claiborne: Reporting in the Field
Ron Claiborne, veteran reporter and ABC News anchor discusses his experiences and tips for on-location reporting.
Jennie Bourne: The Art of Interviewing
Jennie Bourne, journalist and media consultant, discusses tips and techniques for becoming a better interviewer.
Nick Ravich: Filmmaking on a Budget
Art 21's Nick Ravich discusses filmmaking on a budget and how to develop a compelling short documentary.
This Week on MNN
This Week on MNN we continue our celebration of Women’s History Month