CREATE A

SHOWREEL

of family films

FilmingLife® 203

Market Your Work with Intention—and Attract the Clients You Want

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You’ve been filming beautiful family stories.
Now it’s time to bring it all together in one powerful piece that shows people exactly what you do—

203: Create a Showreel is a short, action-focused course that guides you step-by-step through creating a compelling portfolio film that reflects your brand, your style, and the kind of work you want to be hired for.

A well-made showreel is more than just a highlight reel.
It’s a visual statement of who you are as a filmmaker.
And it’s one of the most effective tools you can have when marketing your family film business.

and why it matters.

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This course is for you if:

You’ve created multiple family films and want to showcase your work

You feel unsure about how to present your style and voice to potential clients

You want to create a short, high-impact film that lives on your homepage, Instagram, or pricing guide

You’re ready to start attracting more aligned, dream clients

If you’ve ever struggled with what to post, how to stand out, or how to explain what you do—this course is your next move.

  • Why a showreel is such an important marketing tool for family filmmakers

    • A quick but powerful reflection on what you want to be known for

    • Define your voice, your values, and what sets your films apart

    • Clarify who your dream client is—and how to speak directly to them

    • What to include (and what to leave out)

    • How long your showreel should be

    • Tips on pacing, mood, and emotional impact

    • Storyboarding or mapping out your edit for cohesion and flow

    • How to organize and cull your best clips

    • Music selection tips that match your tone and message

    • How to create a beginning, middle, and end (yes—even in a 1-minute film!)

    • Editing tips for making your reel feel intentional and polished

    • How to make sure it reflects you—not just what you think people want to see

    • Where to publish your showreel so the right people see it

    • How to use it on your website, in emails, on social media, and in client guides

    • Simple tweaks that increase clicks, engagement, and bookings

    • Confidence-building tips for finally putting your work out there

What You’ll Learn:

By the end of this course you’ll have:

A brand-aligned, story-driven showreel that speaks to your dream clients

A stronger understanding of your filmmaking style and voice

A go-to piece of content you can use across your marketing

The confidence to market your work without feeling awkward or salesy

What You Need:

  • A collection of family films you’ve already created (personal or client work)

  • Basic editing experience in Premiere Pro (or your preferred software)

  • A willingness to reflect, refine, and pull your best work together with intention

This course is ideal after completing 101 and 201, or if you’ve done several shoots and are ready to take the next step toward marketing your work professionally.

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How to Enroll:

203: Create a Showreel of Family Films is available exclusively inside FilmingLife® Academy.

For $75/month, you’ll get access to this course and:

  • Every other course in the Academy

  • Monthly workshops and critiques

  • A supportive community to share your showreel with and get feedback

  • Mentorship and guidance as you build your business

This course is valued at $500 USD if sold alone—but as a member, it’s included.

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Your Showreel is Your Story—Tell it Well

You don’t need to wait until everything is perfect.
You don’t need to have shot a hundred films.
You just need to start sharing what makes your work special.

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Let’s build your showreel—together.