Whether making a documentary, narrative or even experimental film, it’s essential to remember the golden rule of engaging your audience… Show Don’t Tell. Film is a visual medium. What your audience sees on the screen will have a greater impact than anything that is said. This session will explore exemplary student films to illuminate the techniques you need to give your audience a true visual experience while communicating your story.
TOM OLIVA | ALL AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL FILM FESTIVAL
Tom is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of The All American High School Film Festival, the largest student film festival in the world. Tom has worked with young creatives for 25+ years, discovering, developing and connecting a vast network of talented young content creators and building a community of shared passions and lifelong relationships. Tom travels the world presenting the AAHSFF Roadshow, writes and produces curriculum for the Video Production Resource Community (for educators) hosts and produces the podcast The Future of Film. Tom has produced films for AT&T, IMAX, Sony, Warner Music Group and Atlantic Records, Blackmagic Design, Jostens, Refinery 29, Storyblocks, End Distracted Driving the Ad Council and more.
