JOHN HUNTER NOLAN

In this focused, 45-minute session, we will dive into the core of your documentary idea and establish a clear sense of your goals, vision, and challenges. Since it’s our first conversation, I’ll use the time to learn about the project’s subject, scope, and any progress you may have already made. Together, we’ll begin mapping out a practical path forward: identifying key story elements, brainstorming approaches for research and interviews, and discussing potential production strategies. While 45 minutes is enough to explore the “big-picture” needs of your documentary and recommend some initial steps, further consultations may be necessary to refine story structure, develop a funding plan, or tackle post-production details. This introductory meeting is designed to clarify your next moves, highlight potential hurdles, and give you a sense of how ongoing guidance can help you confidently move from concept to completion. Our consult will be recorded and provided to you after the meeting.