MAJOR STREAMING PLATFORM TV SHOW CREATOR AND EXECUTIVE PRODUCER REVEALS HOW ANYONE CAN GO FROM BLANK PAGE TO "READY TO PITCH" PROJECT,
AND SHOWS YOU EXACTLY HOW TO DIRECT & PRODUCE YOUR FILMS,
NAVIGATE THE BRANDED, COMMERCIAL, FILM & TV INDUSTRY,
AND BUILD A PERSONAL BRAND THAT ATTRACTS CLIENTS
All without having industry connections, spending 10+ years gaining experience,
and $50,000+ on film school
Due to the nature of my work actively developing, producing, and shooting my film projects in the field, I am only 1:1 mentoring a limited number of people.
I take 4 calls per week, so please apply now as spots fill very quickly.
MY 1:1 CLIENTS WORK WITH BRANDS LIKE:
MY 1:1 CLIENT CASE STUDIES:
Anna's Success:
+ Wrote and designed her first unscripted TV pitch deck using Monica's film & TV frameworks
+ Created, shot, and edited her first TV sizzle reel
+ Pitched and partnered with an A-list production company for her first unscripted TV series
Zilla's Success:
+ Wrote her first documentary film pitch deck and director's treatment using Monica's film & TV frameworks
+ Created, shot, and edited her first sizzle reel
+ Pitched, partnered, funded her doc feature film with a production company, and named to the 2025 Nonfiction Hotlist
Isabela's Success:
+ Wrote her first film & TV pitch deck and director's treatment using Monica's film & TV frameworks
+ Booked a role as the director of photography for a commercial client
+ Her documentary short was selected for 5Point Film Festival and other reputable film festivals across the country
Kate's Success:
+ Wrote her first pitch deck and director's treatment using Monica's film & TV frameworks
+ Pitched her original sports documentary series idea and received green light and funding
+ Directed in the field in multiple countries with 1:1 guidance from Monica
+ Released the series in partnership with a global sports league
Cat's Success:
+ Premiered her first feature film at Chelsea Film Festival and won the audience award for best feature
+ Awarded the Reframe Stamp by The Sundance Institute and Women in Film for gender-balanced hiring
+ Wrote a film treatment for her second feature using Monica's film & TV frameworks
+ Became a finalist for the Sundance Development Track for her second feature
Danie's Success:
+ Wrote a project-winning pitch deck and director's treatment using Monica's film & TV frameworks
+ Landed her first commercial client and directed her first commercial spot
+ Directed and released her first documentary on a local streaming platform with 1:1 feedback from Monica
+ Selected for a film festival and won an award
Jessica's Success:
+ Landed her first global streaming platform opportunity as a series director
+ Premiered her first feature length doc on a U.S. TV network
+ Wrote a project-winning pitch deck using Monica's film & TV frameworks
Rohan's Success:
+ Pitched, sold, and directed a documentary for one of India's largest TV networks
+ Founded his own post-production company
+ Hired as an editor for an award-winning production company
Natalia's Success:
+ Wrote her first pitch deck and director's treatment for her narrative short film
+ Created her first crowdfunding campaign and raised $14,000+ for production costs
+ Directed and produced her first film in Cartagena, Colombia
WHAT MY 1:1 COACHING CLIENTS ARE SAYING:
"The first thing we worked on was leveling up my pitch process. Immediately after working with Monica, I pitched a big project and landed it. I booked my first commercial spot and the client loved the treatment, all thanks to our work together.
I've worked with coaches before and this was the most hands on experience I've ever had. "
"I cannot recommend Monica as a mentor enough. She's not just giving you a cookie cutter formula. She is committed to getting to know you.
She helped me fine tune my director treatment and walked me through each component. She provided feedback that was tailored and personalized to me and my project. If you're on the fence, trust me, just go all in because you won't regret it."
"Monica has taught me so much from finding the balance of honing in on your story but also understanding what the market is looking for to get your project across the line.
I cannot put into words how Monica has this ability to instill confidence in me. I'm incredibly grateful to have someone like her in my corner."
MEET YOUR MENTOR: MONICA MEDELLIN
Hi! My name is Monica. I’m the creator and an executive producer of Surf Girls, which made history as the first women’s sports documentary on Prime Video.
My work has been featured by the Emmys, Forbes, Elle Magazine, and Shondaland, among others.
I’ve created, directed, produced, shot, and edited films and series for companies including Nike, Vans, The Olympics, LA28, Red Bull, Skydance Sports, Hello Sunshine, and TOGETHXR.
And collaborated with celebrities like Reese Witherspoon and Gabrielle Union, as well as Olympic athletes like Alex Morgan, Sue Bird, Chloe Kim, and Simone Manuel to bring my film & TV concepts to life.
I’ve been invited to speak and teach at leading film schools and journalism programs in the country including University of Southern California, Chapman University, Loyola Marymount University, San Diego State University, San Francisco State University, and Brentwood High School in Los Angeles.
I’m passionate about making the art and business of filmmaking accessible to all filmmakers. Whether you’re a first time filmmaker who has an idea for their film but is unsure how to execute, an emerging filmmaker who wants to properly pitch their projects, or a seasoned pro who wants to package and sell their next film or TV idea, I made this program for you.
