Tricks, Lies, and Endless Tape

In this entertaining session, you'll board the creative cruise to take you on a visceral voyage to victory. From where to find that irresistible idea, to how to make sure someone thinks it's so irresistible that they're willing to fund it, we'll take you on the most important documentary journey of your life. Of course, it won't be plain sailing, but once we've shown you how to survive development sharks, tackle the persuasive pitch and convince those with the capital that your film is sure to be their greatest catch - you're ready for screen success.

Panel: Benita Matofska (Creative Consultant/ Executive Producer) Maddie Bridgett (Development Producer).

Benita Matofska
Creative Consultant, Executive Producer

Award-winning, former BBC Producer, Benita Matofska has worked in many aspects of media production worldwide. With over twenty years of experience, her career to date has included the roles of: Creative Director, Executive Producer, Series Producer, Producer, Director, and Reporter. A specialist in factual programming and documentaries, Matofska co-founded Suitcase Productions, an independent production company based in New York producing quality programming and documentaries. From her post as Head of Development for Brighton based super indie Ricochet, to her tenure as Creative Director at Electric Sky Productions, Matofska is an expert in selling ideas, winning commissions and achieving screen success.  Her credits include: Channel 4 documentary The Castration Cure, A&E's Highway Hangouts and Five's Make Your Child Brilliant.

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