Major Streaming Platform TV Show Creator And Executive Producer Reveals How Anyone Can Go From Idea 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

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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:

My one-to-one clients range from emerging filmmakers to seasoned industry professionals.

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Zilla's Success:

Film Director & Founder Honolulu, Oahu, Hawai'i

+ Wrote an industry standard feature documentary pitch deck and director's treatment, applying Monica's film & TV frameworks

+ Pitched, packaged, and sold her feature-length documentary to a reputable creative studio for branded content, commercials, film & TV, co-founded by A-list director

+ Earned the director role on the documentary

+ Selected as 1 of 23 documentary films named to the inaugural 2025 Nonfiction Hotlist, shared with a network of over 2,000 industry professionals, including buyers, funders, and other creatives

Sara's Success:

Director, Executive Producer, and Founder Crested Butte, Colorado, United States

+ Pitched, packaged, and sold her women's sports documentary series to an award-winning creative & production studio

+ Earned an Executive Producer credit on the series alongside seasoned industry executives, receiving 1:1 guidance from Monica throughout the deal-making process

+ Designed and rebuilt her website and portfolio to elevate industry positioning, applying Monica's personal branding frameworks

Kate's Success:

Production Director, ATP Tour London, England, United Kingdom

+ Pitched, packaged, and earned funding for her original sports documentary series, applying Monica's film & TV frameworks

+ Directed the episodic series on location across multiple countries, receiving personalized, 1:1 guidance from Monica throughout development, pre-production, production, and post-production

+ Released her original series in partnership with a global sports league

+ Recognized for her success on the series, and promoted to Director, accompanied by a salary increase

Anna's Success:

Director & Director of Photography Los Angeles, California, United States

+ Wrote an industry standard film & TV pitch deck for her women's sports documentary series, applying Monica's film & TV frameworks

+ Created, shot, and edited an industry standard film & TV sizzle reel

+ Developed & packaged the series alongside a premium sports entertainment studio

+ Earned an Executive Producer credit on the series alongside seasoned industry executives, receiving 1:1 guidance from Monica throughout the deal-making process

Jessica's Success:

Emmy-winning Journalist & Documentary Filmmaker Los Angeles, California, United States

+ Landed her first global streaming platform opportunity as a series director

+ Premiered her first feature length documentary on U.S. TV network, PBS

+ Promoted to Head of Production in her current role, accompanied by a salary increase

+ Designed and rebuilt her website and portfolio to elevate industry positioning, applying Monica's personal branding frameworks

Isabela's Success:

Documentary Filmmaker & Cinematographer. Ojai, California, United States

+ Wrote an industry standard pitch deck and director's treatment for her debut feature film, applying Monica's film & TV frameworks

+ Pitched, packaged, and funded her debut feature film in partnershnip with an award-winning creative production agency

+ Designed and rebuilt her website and portfolio to elevate industry positioning, applying Monica's personal branding frameworks

+ Selected as 1 of 150 filmmakers from over 100,000 entries for the Photo VOGUE Women by Women showcase

Kyla's Success:

Associate Producer Los Angeles, California, United States

+ Landed a role as a Production Assistant at FOX Sports

+ Transitioned from Production Assistant to Associate Producer, receiving 1:1 mentorship from Monica during each career move

+ Landed a role as an Associate Producer, producing women's sports & lifestyle content for WNBA legend Candace Parker

Genevieve's Success:

Sports Cinematographer San Francisco, California, United States

+ Grew social media footprint by thousands of followers, using Monica's social media frameworks

+ Designed and rebuilt her website and portfolio to elevate industry positioning, applying Monica's personal branding frameworks

+ Secured first-time press credentials with professional sports leagues, including MLS and NWSL, indoor football, and premier motorsport events

+ Received inquiry to shoot Superbowl LX

Cat's Success:

Independent Film Director & Writer Los Angeles, California, United States

+ Wrote two industry standard film treatments for her first and second original feature films, applying Monica's film & TV frameworks

+ Secured funding and streaming platform distribution for her debut feature film through Tubi x Kickstarter’s inaugural FilmStream Collective initiative

+ Selected as a semi-finalist for the Sundance Development Track for her second feature film

Katyayani's Success:

Independent Filmmaker, Writer, and Editor Mumbai, India & New York, United States

+ Wrote, pitched, and packaged an industry standard pitch deck and director's treatment for her debut feature film, applying Monica's film & TV frameworks

+ Her debut feature was selected for Film Bazaar’s Co-Production Market, the Let’sDoc Fellowship, and was a ScreenCraft Film Fund finalist

+ Selected as 1 of 6 fellows for Women in Film India's women-led delegation at Toronto Film Festival

+ Designed and rebuilt her website and portfolio to elevate industry positioning, applying Monica's personal branding frameworks

Ally's Success:

Filmmaker & Freelance Creative Director Brooklyn, New York, United States

+ Wrote a pitch deck and director's treatment for her narrative short film, applying Monica's film & TV frameworks

+ Secured a producing partner as a result of her pitching process

+ Funded, directed, and finished her narrative short film, receiving 1:1 guidance from Monica during development, pre-production, production, and post-production

+ World-premiered her narrative short film at the Rhode Island International Film Festival, followed by a 2025 festival run

Danie's Success:

Emmy-nominated Film Director Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States

+ Wrote multiple project-winning pitch decks and director's treatments, applying Monica's film & TV frameworks

+ Directed and released her debut feature documentary on a local streaming platform, receiving 1:1 guidance from Monica during production through post-production

+ Landed her first commercial client and directed her first commercial spot

+ Signed and represented as a director with a production company

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What My 1:1 Clients Are Saying:

"Monica has helped advise me on my feature film which recently had an exclusive partnership with Tubi. Monica has helped so much throughout this whole process developing the concept and making sure my pitch deck meets industry standard...that was such vital information that I was able to take and adapt to my own film.

My second feature I've been working on with Monica is a Sundance Development Lab Shortlist.

I have been working with Monica as my consultant and mentor since the beginning of 2024. The experience of working with her one-on-one has helped me grow more than any other aspect that has been a part of my career, whether that be taking classes or working with other mentors or consultants."

"Monica's approach is very direct and very hands on. When I was working with Monica I created, developed, shot, and edited my first narrative short film and had her guidance every step of the way.

As someone who was breaking into the film industry in their 30s, working with Monica made it possible to take the leap.

Since working with Monica I have a narrative short film that is premiering at a festival this summer and a short documentary that is currently in post production. Additionally I am working on a feature film script. I highly recommend working with Monica, 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."

"She helped me refine my pitch decks and the way I present my ideas to a client, and inevitably I was able to pitch to a production company for seed funding...and I was able to film the initial principal photography for it and received funding from that company.

I love working with Monica and appreciate her no B.S. approach and her honesty about the industry."

"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."

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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 developed, 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.

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