Impact Strategy Workshop
Delve into the art of utilizing film as a powerful tool for creativity and impact. The National Film School of Denmark welcomes Think-Film Impact Production for an exclusive two-day workshop where you can learn how to harness the unique power of film to drive meaningful social change. Design impact strategy, assess risks for your project, engage with industry experts, and kickstart your journey towards becoming a catalyst for positive transformation through film.
Think-Film Impact Production is Europe’s leading impact production company, operating at the cutting-edge intersection of film and social change. With extensive experience at the highest levels of law, policy, and film, and with credits including Oscar nominee “Black Box Diaries”, Oscar and BAFTA winner “Navalny” (CNN Films / Warner Media), Emmy and Peabody winner “The Territory” (National Geographic), and legacy Hollywood feature “Dark Waters” (Participant, starring Mark Ruffalo), Think-Film has extensive experience in training and equipping filmmakers on how to embed strategic impact into their projects and drive meaningful change, adding real-world value to development, production, and distribution.
This two-day interactive workshop introduces participants to Think-Film’s Impact Pyramid™ strategy approach, uses interactive activities to bring theory to life and gives practical tools to kickstart your impact campaign. Participants apply learnings in a supportive setting as they think about opportunities, partners, and more, and begin to prepare an impact strategy of their own.
Programme:
PRE-WORKSHOP: Impact Masterclass (90 minutes with Q&A)
Introduction to Impact Production to gain foundational knowledge on impact, its importance and value through case studies delivered virtually by Think-Film.
DAY 1: Developing Your Impact Vision
The first part of the workshop is dedicated for Participants to delve into the essence of their project and develop their impact vision that can be effectively presented.
BREAK
The day progresses with the introduction of the trademarked TFIP Impact Pyramid framework.
LUNCH
Participants continue to work on their impact strategy guided by Think-Film and present them with open discussion and feedback to encourage co-creative support.
DAY 2: Expanding and Communicating Your Impact Vision
Participants expand and communicate their impact vision by identifying and discussing potential impact partners and developing impact loglines for their projects.
BREAK
After the break participants will take part in individual or small group coaching sessions for tailored advice. The workshop will conclude with participants reflecting on their learnings and sharing actionable steps to advance their projects.
What will you learn?
- Fundamental knowledge of impact production and its value.
- Developing and refining your impact vision.
- Applying the TFIP Impact Pyramid™ for strategic planning.
- Identifying relevant impact partners and creating loglines.
- Tailored coaching and actionable plans.
- Enhanced ability to create films that drive social change.
Who is the course for?
The course is designed for professional directors and producers.
Application process:
Send your CV and a short motivational letter mentioning the project you are applying with.
Application deadline: 09. February
Workshop participants, who work professionally in the Danish film industry, can apply for financial funding from the Danish Film Institute’s pool for continuous training and competence development. The funding is for those, who work or have worked professionally in the Danish film industry and the people who have a relevant education in film production. The institute funds course fees up to DKK 25.000. The next deadline is February 4th 2025. Read more here.
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