From the Heart Productions, Inc. is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization
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Pitch Me! Class
Create a Powerful Two-Minute Film Pitch That Donors, Investors, and Supporters Remember
Your pitch may be the most important fundraising tool you have.
If you cannot clearly explain your film, why it matters, and why someone should support it, you are leaving money, opportunities, and relationships on the table.
Pitch Me! is an exclusive monthly class for From the Heart Productions fiscally sponsored filmmakers designed to help you shape, strengthen, and deliver a compelling two-minute pitch for your film.
Whether you are speaking to donors, investors, grant reviewers, community partners, or potential supporters, this class will help you communicate your project with confidence, clarity, and emotional impact.
This is a safe place for fiscally sponsored filmmakers to practice their pitch
How the Class Works
Pitch Me! meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 10:00 AM PT.
Each month, up to four filmmakers will be selected to pitch their projects during the live class. Carole Dorothy Joyce will offer direct feedback and suggestions to help improve each pitch, and participants listening in may also offer constructive comments.
All fiscally sponsored filmmakers are welcome to attend.
What You’ll Learn
In this class, you’ll learn how to:
- Create a pitch people can actually remember
- Communicate your story with clarity and conviction
- Use your voice, posture, presence, and confidence effectively
- Make your pitch feel natural — not scripted or forced
- Strengthen the emotional connection between your film and your audience
- Present your project in a way that can help win over donors and investors
A great pitch is not just information.
It is a living expression of your film, your purpose, and your passion.
Meet Your Teacher:
Carole Dorothy Joyce
Vice President of From the Heart Productions
Director of the Roy W. Dean Grant
A talented filmmaker, photographer, and producer, Carole Dorothy Joyce is a Board Member of the 501(c)3 non-profit From the Heart Productions, and Director of the Roy W. Dean Grant, of which she has been an integral part of for over 20 years. Carole is also the CEO of Authentic Vision Consulting, a consulting firm specializing in independent film production and financing.
A graduate of Brooks Institute of Photography, Carole is an award-winning filmmaker for her documentary Survivors. Carole served as Executive Producer for the award-winning short film Stairway to the Stars starring Sean Young and as LA Line Producer for Wheels of Heaven with Mickey Rourke. Carole produced the short film Living UnDone, which won the Grand Jury Award at the Ethos Film Festival and Best Short Documentary for the Paris Film Festival. Carole is a Producer for the upcoming film Prodigal Daughter. Carole’s additional credits are available on IMDb. From the Heart Productions’ credits are also available on IMDb.
Carole also serves as an Advisor for the Authentic Global Film Festival and a Judge for the Ethos Film Festival.
Who This Is For
This class is for fiscally sponsored filmmakers who want to:
Raise more money
for their film
Speak more confidently about their project
Improve their fundraising presentation
Prepare for donor, investor, grant, or partner conversations
Ready to Strengthen Your Pitch?
Craft a Pitch That Actually WorksMost filmmakers struggle to explain their project clearly.
We help you turn a scattered idea into a tight, compelling two-minute pitch that people understand—and remember.
Get Direct Feedback from Carole JoyceThis isn’t theory.
You’ll receive real, actionable feedback from one of the most experienced film funders in the industry—so you know exactly what to improve and why.
Increase Your Chances of Getting FundedA weak pitch costs you opportunities.
A strong one opens doors.
Walk away with a pitch designed to connect emotionally and move people to support your film.
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How to Fund Your Film Course + Companion eBook
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You’ll be working on your pitch in this class— this eBook shows you exactly how to refine it, strengthen it, and turn it into something that actually wins support.
Inside, you’ll learn how to craft a “sticky story,” overcome nerves, and build a pitch and proposal that connects with donors and investors on a deeper level.
Strengthen your pitch before and after class
Learn proven strategies to win investors and donors
Turn your idea into a clear, compelling proposal
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