The Film Industry's Carbon Footprint Creates Urgency to Publish A Book with Kent Hayward (S6 E8)

In this episode, filmmaker and professor Kent Hayward discusses his book 'Green Filmmaking', which focuses on sustainable practices in the film industry. He highlights the environmental impact of filmmaking, including waste generation and resource consumption. Kent shares his journey from teaching film production to writing a book, emphasizing the importance of collaboration with students and the challenges of balancing teaching and writing. He also touches on the initial reactions to his book and his strategies for marketing it.

In this conversation, Kent shares his experiences and insights on the writing process, discussing how he finds time to write, his methodologies, and the importance of inspiration. He delves into overcoming writer's block, the role of editors in the publishing process, and effective marketing strategies for authors. Kent also reflects on his personal growth through writing and offers valuable advice for aspiring writers.

TOPICS

• Introduction to Green Filmmaking
• The Environmental Impact of Filmmaking
• The Journey to Writing a Book
• Initial Reactions and Marketing Strategies
• The Writing Process and Time Management
• Finding Your Writing Rhythm
• Writing Methodologies and Inspirations
• Overcoming Writer's Block
• The Role of an Editor
• Marketing Your Book Effectively
• Self-Discovery Through Writing
• Advice for Aspiring Writers

LINKS
Book: Green Filmmaking
Green Film School Alliance
 
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