HEM74: The Ultimate Guide to Making and Selling Documentaries with Roger Nygard, ACE

I sit down with Emmy-nominated editor Roger Nygard, ACE to explore his new book The Documentarian: The Way to a Successful and Creative Professional Life in the Documentary Business. We dive into the essential steps for making and selling documentaries, from concept development to securing deals with major studios. Roger shares his own journey in the film industry, including the story behind his hit documentary Trekkies, and offers advice from top filmmakers like Ken Burns, Davis Guggenheim and Errol Morris. This episode is packed with insights to help you succeed in the documentary world!SHOW LINKSClick here to purchase The Documentarian: The Way to a Successful and Creative Professional Life in the Documentary Business (affiliate link) Click here to purchase Roger's first book, Cut to the Monkey: A Hollywood Editor’s Behind-the-Scenes Secrets to Making Hit Comedies (affiliate link)Level up your editing career with the All Access Pass to the Hollywood Editing Mentor Community: https://hollywoodeditingmentor.com/community/Watch the video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/F9tRrJ0jR-UCheck out our free content and other resources! >>> SUBSCRIBE and leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts! >>>Original Music: "Apollo's Haze" and "Do You Want" by JesusdapnkFacebook: www.fb.com/jesusdapnkSoundcloud: www.soundcloud.com/jesusdapnkInstagram: @jesusdapnk