Sizzle reels, sneak preview clips, fundraising reels…whatever you call it, an abbreviated version of your film is a necessary fundraising tool.
Save a seatSave a seat Watch the RecordingSizzle reels, sneak preview clips, fundraising reels…whatever you call it, an abbreviated version of your film is a necessary fundraising tool.
Save a seatSave a seatWatch the RecordingSizzle reels, sneak preview clips, fundraising reels…whatever you call it, an abbreviated version of your film is a necessary fundraising tool.
Whether you are in production or have already locked picture, sharing a compelling and concise version of your film with potential partners both large & small will help you start building momentum NOW.
Karen Everett (New Doc Editing) breaks down how to create the perfect fundraising cut, while maintaining the heart and soul of your story.

Keith is a filmmaker and Founder of Show&Tell. Over his 12 year career as a documentary filmmaker, Keith produced three films that appeared on PBS and Netflix.
His film Age of Champions screened in over 3,000 communities and generated over $1.5 million—powered by partnerships with groups like AARP and the Alzheimer’s Association and companies like Cigna Health.
Since starting Show&Tell, Keith has taught and advised hundreds of filmmakers on their distribution and fundraising strategies helping his community of filmmakers raise over $25 million and counting in PBS sponsorships, partnerships, educational licensing and more.
He's delivered keynote presentations on distribution at filmmaking organizations like IDA and IFP and his work has appeared in IndieWire and Documentary Magazine.





Karen Everett is one of the world's leading documentary Story Consultants, as well as an award-winning filmmaker. Founder of New Doc Editing, she has helped hundreds of filmmakers structure documentaries for PBS, HBO, Sundance, and other top venues.
Karen taught documentary editing for 18 years at the Graduate School of Journalism at UC Berkeley, named the #1-ranked documentary program in America by "Documentary Magazine". Her business also provides experienced editors.
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