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)

8:30 - 9:30 - Educational Breakouts
Screenwriting - Jaclyn Whitt
Filmmakers - Alexandra Boylan
Acting - TBA
Book Authors - Tracey Mitchell
Distribution - David Heavener
Social Media Videos - Mukwenda Kandole

9:45 - 10:45 - Educational Breakouts
Acting - Voice Over Acting by Ray Hurd
Strategy/Vision - Drew Nicollelo
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
Distribution - 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: TBA
- Film  
- Acting
- Writers  
- Marketing/Distribution

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

AI Storytelling

Ashvin Dhyriam
Title: Redefining Filmmaking with AI: Bringing Scripts to Life

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.

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
  
  

Filmmaking

Caleb Phipps
Title: Essential Steps for Getting YOUR Film Made
Details: TBA

Filmmaking/Funding/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"

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

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