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Why Transmedia Storytelling is a Powerful Marketing Strategy for Indie...
In the world of media and marketing, there’s a buzzword that’s gaining a lot of traction: transmedia storytelling. But, what exactly is it and why should you care? Read on to learn what transmedia...
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Upcoming Film & Screenwriting Competitions – May 2019
Dust off that script that’s been sitting on your top shelf and charge those camcorder batteries, the deadlines are coming! Find links for local, regional, and national competitions below. This list is...
View ArticleThe Lion King (2019) Review – Podcast
Disney’s Lion King remake is finally here! Is it any good? Does the story still hold up after all these years? Find out in the latest episode of The Rod Kirby Show! The Rod Kirby Show is a podcast that...
View ArticleNew Headshots!
Check out my new headshots from photographer, Edward Flores below! Click to view slideshow. The post New Headshots! appeared first on RodKirby.com.
View ArticleThe Prayer – Short Film
I’m proud to announce my latest film, The Prayer! The Prayer is the survival story of a father and son after they’re visited by a partially blind psychopath, who infiltrates their home by impersonating...
View ArticleIntroducing Kirby Media Studios!
A year ago I started on a journey of mastery by enrolling in Full Sail University’s Entertainment Business Master’s of Science degree program. After a year of hard work and sacrifice, I’ve reached the...
View ArticleScreenwriting Competitions are a Waste of Time…but, You Should Still Enter Them!
Don’t feel like reading? Listen to this article instead! In 2019, I entered 11 screenwriting and film grant competitions. Over 12 months, I wrote and pitched two short films, a series pilot, and...
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Upcoming Screenwriting Competitions & Grants: February – April 2020
We’re officially in the second month of the new year which brings about tons of new screenwriting and film grant competitions! Below, you’ll find a list of contests that I’m tracking. Remember, I’m not...
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Watch Part One of The Prayer, NOW!
Back in October, I announced my latest short film, The Prayer. After pushing production back several times we finally raised enough money to produce the first half of the film. And it’s available to...
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Introducing the Indie Film Showcase!
With the new normal of living during a pandemic, we need creatives now more than ever. It’s during unprecedented times like these that artists create their most important work. This includes painters,...
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REEL Talk LIVE!
Today I hosted my first Q&A live stream answering questions about the film and entertainment business! It was a lot of fun and I’ll definitely host more of these in the future. Big shout out and...
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The Prayer is a Second-Round Pick!
via GIPHY The Prayer is officially a second-round pick in the Screencraft Film Fund screenwriting competition! I’m so grateful and honored that my script will be advancing in the competition. The film...
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Coming Soon: Broken Silence!
I’m so excited to announce my first optioned studio project, Broken Silence, based on the book by Promises R. Huff. I had the great fortune of meeting Promises at a taping for The She-EO Mindset...
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3 Portfolio Websites, 1 Professional Brand
Not to brag or anything, but I do a lot! I’m a filmmaker, videographer, photographer, marketing specialist and more. When I re-launched RodKirby.com as a brand website (it was originally a blog for...
View ArticleThe Prayer – Project Update
Happy New Year! It's been a long journey, but THE PRAYER is almost ready. Check out the latest behind-the-scenes photos and news. The post The Prayer – Project Update appeared first on Rod Kirby.
View ArticleThe Prayer – Picture Locked!
In the movie business, "picture lock" occurs when all of a film's footage is edited into the story audiences will enjoy. I'm excited to announce that my short film,THE PRAYER, is picture locked! The...
View ArticleThe Prayer Official Poster Reveal!
Check out the official poster for The Prayer! Learn how it came together in this breakdown of the design. The post The Prayer Official Poster Reveal! appeared first on Rod Kirby.
View ArticleHow to become a Full-time Filmmaker in 3 Easy Steps
Learn what it takes to become a full-time screenwriter, filmmaker, or producer. The post How to become a Full-time Filmmaker in 3 Easy Steps appeared first on Filmmaker Rod Kirby.
View ArticleHow to Make a Low-Budget Movie with 5 Tips for Success!
Ready to make a low-budget movie with little to no money? It’s challenging, but not impossible! After the jump, learn how one filmmaker’s setback became a set-up for success! I recently had the...
View ArticleClose Caption (2022) – Review
Close Caption is written and directed by Jaron Lockridge. How does the film stack up to his previous work? Find out in this review! The post Close Caption (2022) – Review appeared first on Filmmaker...
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