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ARE YOU STUCK, CONFUSED OR STRUGGLING IN YOUR FILMMAKING JOURNEY? WE CAN HELP!

 

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About

Dan Parris is an award-winning filmmaker with a history of having great mentors and mentoring himself. As co-founder of Continuity, founder of the In Motion Conference & a former video instructor at St. Louis Public Schools, Dan has mentored dozens of filmmakers. He is reached out to weekly from filmmakers across the country for consultation. Some are just getting started on their journey and others are experienced professionals seeking consultation on distribution, crew or new project ideas.

As an independent filmmaker, Dan has helped generate over half a million dollars in profits from his low budget films by capitalizing on multiple revenue streams. Dan is passionate about helping filmmakers make a living at their craft and pursue their dreams in this industry.

 
“Dan is an approachable expert on documentary filmmaking. He didn't make me feel dumb for asking basic questions, and he was able to tackle challenging issues like funding models. The last time we spoke, I took notes furiously.” - NATHAN LUCY, FIL

“Dan is an approachable expert on documentary filmmaking. He didn't make me feel dumb for asking basic questions, and he was able to tackle challenging issues like funding models. The last time we spoke, I took notes furiously.”

- NATHAN LUCY, FILMMAKER

"For months, ideas were rumbling around in my head about how to ensure my film has impact but also cultivates creative sustainability. Before talking to Dan, I wasn't sure what to do. He not only did his research by watching my film, but a

"For months, ideas were rumbling around in my head about how to ensure my film has impact but also cultivates creative sustainability. Before talking to Dan, I wasn't sure what to do. He not only did his research by watching my film, but asked specific questions about my dreams and goals. So he was more than prepared to answer my questions and offer solutions to my concerns. During our short conversation, he came up with creative, viable options to ensure I met my film goals and dreams, and now I feel more than competent and confident to make them happen. Plus his expertise helped me land my first four-figure screening! I highly recommend his services as he's great to work with and truly cares about who he's working with"

-SHAREE SILERIO, WRITER + DIRECTOR OF BLACK GIRL, BLEU

"I can not say enough about Dan Parris and his expertise. His consultation in regards to my film was simply fantastic. He is professional, extremely knowledgeable, open, and very sincere in wanting the best for you and your work. After talking with

"I can not say enough about Dan Parris and his expertise. His consultation in regards to my film was simply fantastic. He is professional, extremely knowledgeable, open, and very sincere in wanting the best for you and your work. After talking with Dan, I felt energized, hopeful and clear on the direction I should pursue in regards to my film. Worth every penny!”

- KATHERINE MAHALIA, DIRECTOR OF WELCOME TO UNITY

“I doubt there has ever been a local filmmaker who worked harder to get targeted audiences to see his work not only in our events, but also to an impressive number of audiences all over the country.“ -CHRIS CLARK, ARTISTIC DIRECTOR OF CINEMA ST. L

“I doubt there has ever been a local filmmaker who worked harder to get targeted audiences to see his work not only in our events, but also to an impressive number of audiences all over the country.“

-CHRIS CLARK, ARTISTIC DIRECTOR OF CINEMA ST. LOUIS

“Dan’s consulting helped a first-time filmmaker like myself get a better understanding of my film’s place in the larger context of the industry. Our conversation started from finding the right audience to marketing strategies to achieve a greater pe

“Dan’s consulting helped a first-time filmmaker like myself get a better understanding of my film’s place in the larger context of the industry. Our conversation started from finding the right audience to marketing strategies to achieve a greater personal vision. His advice was vital in moving my project forward, and would recommend his consulting to anyone who wants to move the project forward.”

- JUN BAE, DIRECTOR OF BOB’S TOUR AND THE BUCK

"We consulted with Dan during a critical point in planning for our feature documentary. His sound feedback about funding and marketing strategies was both intuitive and practical. We were impressed with how he and his team have been able to build an

"We consulted with Dan during a critical point in planning for our feature documentary. His sound feedback about funding and marketing strategies was both intuitive and practical. We were impressed with how he and his team have been able to build and maintain a successful campaign for their feature documentary work. Dan is a joy to work with."

- SANDI LEICHT, FILMMAKER

“The crew definitely has a renewed energy towards the project. You inspired all of us!” - MEIGAN OJUKWU (HONORABLE FILM, POST PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR)

“The crew definitely has a renewed energy towards the project. You inspired all of us!”

- MEIGAN OJUKWU (HONORABLE FILM, POST PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR)

“When I first reached out to Dan, prior to me having any kind of experience in the film industry, he was open and willing to share his knowledge and resources. Regardless of your level of experience - whether a novice filmmaker or an experienced con

“When I first reached out to Dan, prior to me having any kind of experience in the film industry, he was open and willing to share his knowledge and resources. Regardless of your level of experience - whether a novice filmmaker or an experienced content creator - he approaches you with respect and breaks down terms to your level of understanding while also challenging you to work towards the next level. Dan has a wealth of knowledge and is personable as well as visibly passionate about his work. I've sought him out for council for over three years now and he is always my go-to person when I need some film council.”

- ALANA MARIE, DIRECTOR OF KINLOCH DOC

“Dan Parris is a thriving professional filmmaker who has found ways to combine his passion with his livelihood. He has made himself into an authority on the very elusive art of finding money in documentary film. I often benefit from his experience a

“Dan Parris is a thriving professional filmmaker who has found ways to combine his passion with his livelihood. He has made himself into an authority on the very elusive art of finding money in documentary film. I often benefit from his experience and value his advice.”

- BEN SCHOLLE, SENIOR PROFESSOR - CINEMA ARTS, LINDENWOOD UNIV.

"Dan Parris is a highly experienced independent filmmaker, with tremendous insight of all aspects of film production and film itself." - BRAD LAMERS, FILMMAKER

"Dan Parris is a highly experienced independent filmmaker, with tremendous insight of all aspects of film production and film itself."

- BRAD LAMERS, FILMMAKER