CONTENT1DAY Media Summit - February 24, 2025

Program, Speakers, Workshops, Panels and Registration

The Content One-Day Christian Media Summit is more than an event -  it’s a nurturing ground for media professionals aspiring to make meaningful content that resonates with faith and family audiences. Hosted by influential voices and attended by passionate creatives, this summit offers boundless opportunities for growth and connection. Whether you’re a seasoned filmmaker, a burgeoning writer, or simply someone passionate about Christian media, this is the place to cultivate your vision and expand your reach. 

To Register - Click Here (early bird ends 12/31/24), Only $99

PROGRAM SUMMARY:

8:00 - 8:20am  - Worship (Myshel Wilkins) 
and Prayer (Tim and Michelle Shields)

8:20 - 8:25am - Announcements (Tim and Michelle Shields)

Breakouts

8:30 - 9:30 - Educational Breakouts
Screenwriting - Jaclyn Whitt
Film Distribution/Funding - Alexandra Boylan
Acting - TBA
Book Authors - Tracey Mitchell
Strategy/Vision - Drew Nicollelo
Social Media Videos - Mukwenda Kandole

9:45 - 10:45 - Educational Breakouts
Acting - Voice Over Acting by Ray Hurd
Film Distribution/Marketing/Funding - David Heavener
Podcasting - Geoff Whitt
Church Media - Bryan Bailey
Storytelling with AI - Ashvin Dhyriam
Leadership/Spiritual - Myshel Wilkins

11:00 - 11:55 - Educational Breakouts
Screenwriting - Jaclyn Whitt
Filmmakers - Caleb Phipps
Church Media - Bryan Bailey
Storytelling with AI - Ashvin Dhyriam
Book Authors - Tracey Mitchell
Film Distribution/Marketing/Funding - David Heavener

12:00 - 1:00pm - Lunch / Build Community
We will have lunch and build community in the delicious PBC cafe

1:00 - 1:45pm - Tour Prestonwood's Media Studios

2:00 - 2:30pm - Inspirational Keynote - Jeremiah Johnston (invited)

2:35 - 3:30pm - Panels:

- Film 
(Caleb Phipps, Ashvin Dhyriam, Cary Solomon, Chuck Konzelman)

- Acting
(TBA)

- Screenwriting/Authors/Publishing
(Jaclyn Whitt, Alan Tregoning, Jayme Thompson, Tracey Mitchell, Curtis Wallace)

- Marketing/Distribution/Funding
(David Heavener, Alexandra Boylan, Mukwenda Kandole, Drew Nicollelo)

- Church Media
(Bryan Bailey (PBC), Armando Escobedo, Bryan Williford, Trent Armstrong (Igniter Media))


3:30 - 3:45pm - Screen and recognize the winners of the film competition
(actor reels, trailers, short reels)

3:45 - 4:45pm - Focused networking and job opportunities
Part 1 - Network with those around you
Part 2 - Stand up and highlight your need (this is a favorite of the attendees - ONLY at CONTENT!)
Part 3 - Open Networking/Exchange/Build Community

4:45 - 6:00pm - Open Networking/Exchange/Build Community

WORKSHOP DETAILS

The Content One-Day Christian Media Summit is more than an event -  it’s a nurturing ground for media professionals aspiring to make meaningful content that resonates with faith and family audiences. Hosted by influential voices and attended by passionate creatives, this summit offers boundless opportunities for growth and connection. Whether you’re a seasoned filmmaker, a burgeoning writer, or simply someone passionate about Christian media, this is the place to cultivate your vision and expand your reach. 

Acting

Ray Hurd
Title: Life Bringers, An Introduction to the World of Voice Acting
Details: Voice Over is a vital part of our business as creators and marketers. Like the grace of God gives life to his followers with the presence of his spirit! It's a voice actor's job to bring life to the task given. We breathe life into the products we serve, and promote a feeling that resonates and provokes decisions in the daily lives of people all over the world. This is some of what you will learn with your attendance to this class!

AI Storytelling

Ashvin Dhyriam
Title: Redefining Filmmaking with AI: Bringing Scripts to Life
Details: Step into the creative world of storytelling and discover how to transform your script into a captivating visual experience using AI. This dynamic workshop is designed for writers, directors, and media professionals who want to bridge the gap between the written word and impactful screen content.

Authors

Tracey Mitchell
Title: The Winning Formula: Creating Content that Captivates and Sells
Details: Elevate your writing to new heights in our immersive one hour workshop. Discover insider techniques on crafting compelling narratives, mastering dialogue, and developing unforgettable characters and scenes that captivate readers from beginning to end.

Church Media

Bryan Bailey
Title: Achieving Production Excellence with Volunteers
Details: How do we best utilize the resources God has given our church in people and money while still maintaining a high level of excellence in production quality? This session will explore the core concepts of recruiting and training volunteers to meet higher standards.

Filmmaking

Caleb Phipps
Title: Essential Steps for Getting YOUR Film Made
Details: This workshop covers the key steps to bring your short, feature, or series to life. We'll explore funding options, production strategies, distribution pathways, and assembling the essential team to develop your project. Perfect for new or indie filmmakers, this class provides practical tools to take your film from concept to completion.

Funding/Marketing/Distribution

David Heavener
Title: Make Movies that Make Money
Details:

• Big Budget Look on a Low Budget

• Screenwriting Made Easy

• Secrets to marketing

• New wave of distribution

• Identify your Audience

• Most filmmakers focus on the wrong thing

• Discover your God-given purpose in filmmaking
  
  

Funding/Marketing/Distribution

Alexandra Boylan
Title: So you want to make a movie? Now What?
Tips to get your film made and distributed
Details: Join Alexandra Boylan as she guides you through the process of creating a film, from script to screen!Alexandra has taken eight feature films from conception to completion and has sold them all to major distribution companies.Including Netflix, Universal Home Entertainment, Hulu and many more. We will cover everything from "how to get funding" for your film, to marketing and distribution.You won't want to miss this in depth class that will leave you excited and ready to make a movie

Podcasting

Geoff Whitt
Title: Start Your Podcast Right
Details: Do you have something on your heart to share with the world? Learn how to start a podcast, with recommendations and advice for gearing up for a successful launch. Discover your options and hear specific recommendations on things like:

• Microphones and gear that won’t break the bank
• Editing software and platforms that make it simple
• Website and hosting platforms that are both robust and super easy to use
• Strategies for a strong launch campaign
• Boosting your monthly download numbers

Screenwriting

Jaclyn Whitt
Title: Feedback: the value of it, where to find it, where not to look for it, how to take it, what to do when you disagree with it
Details: Jaclyn Whitt shares what the Bible says about constructive feedback in this 1 hour workshop. She also shares where to find the right kind of feedback, how to avoid the not-so-helpful kind of feedback, and what to do with critiques you may or may not agree with. Producers, Actors, Writers, and everyone else are invited to learn about one of the most important aspects of growing in your craft and career.

Social Media Marketing

Mukwenda Kandole
Title: Social Media Content 101
Description: Learn how to break through the noise of social and create content that gets noticed.

Spiritual/Leadership

Myshel Wilkins

The Leader’s Heart: Uncovering the Motive Behind the Work for optimum success.
Details: We will explore the deep motivation, intentions, and values that drive one’s actions and efforts.

Strategy, Vision and Multiplication

Drew Nicollelo
Title: The Multiplication Mandate: Amplifying Your Impact and Influence
Details: This workshop is a dynamic exploration of your mission and how to elevate your audience reach. He draws from the biblical parable of multiplication to share the keys to exponential influence through media. Attendees can anticipate gaining actionable strategies to transform individual ideas into lasting global impact, through Drew’s unmatched expertise and visionary storytelling. This session is designed for media professionals seeking to advance their product and purpose, ensuring they leave equipped with tangible tools to navigate the evolving media landscape.

To Register - Click Here (early bird ends 12/31/24), Only $99