If you're feeling frustrated and discouraged because your filmmaking dreams haven't been materializing, despite all the hard work and effort you've been putting in, then you are not alone! Maybe you've been following all the advice of industry professionals, attending film festivals, and submitting your work, but haven't seen the breakthrough you desire. Instead of gaining recognition and opportunities, you may be facing rejection letters and closed doors, which can be disheartening. But remember, every successful filmmaker has faced setbacks and challenges on their journey to success, and staying true to yourself and your unique vision is what will ultimately set you apart.

About Ross Stansfield:

As a creative Ross has been involved in creating commercial photos and had Studio D in Alexandria where shots for clients were made with film cameras. Now, shots are done digitally on location. Ross also made a 16 MM film partially on set in Studio D which won a Telly Award "Omnifax" with Jean Lawrence and Philip Brooks. A film he made in 2006 "Loewy Loved Locomotives" with Laurence Loewy and David Hagerman just won a Best Documentary Short last November 2022. The film "Resisterhood" was a three-year project that won 14 awards and was on Amazon before the 2020 election. Cheryl Crim was the producer. His current projects are "Friends of the Wind" screenplay with Charles Germain and working on a film showing the process of implementing off-shore wind power in Md.

Topics for today’s show:

• Ross's unexpected journey into filmmaking.
• The transition from analog to digital filmmaking.
• Prestigious clients like Coca-Cola and Marriott.
• Emphasis on emotion and connection in filmmaking.
• Ross's inspirational story of pursuing a passion.

Key Takeaways:

• Dive into the process of fulfilling filmmaking dreams while maintaining one's individuality.
• Understand the necessity of forming strategic creative partnerships and leveraging collaboration.
• Realize how storytelling can be revolutionized through the controlled application of imagination.
• Determine the equilibrium point between embracing an independent vision and accepting external suggestions.
• Acknowledge the importance of time and personal happiness on the way to achieving creative success.

“You have to be open to collaboration and learning from others. The more you can embrace different perspectives, the better your work will be.” - Ross Stansfield

Connect with Ross:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rossstansfield/

Website: https://www.rsprod.com/

Portfolio: https://vimeo.com/rossstansfield/videos

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