Keeping the Atlanta film scene vibrant and healthy hinges on bringing new people, specifically the next generation, into the area. We have a lot of momentum going but true long-term success depends on the future and what we do with it right now.

We previously had Georgia State's Elizabeth Strickler on and she discussed all the great stuff the Georgia Film Academy is doing for film education. But on an individual level, what are universities and educators bringing to the table? Turns out, way more than we knew!

Jeff Marker from the University of North Georgia tells us all about the program at his school and what they're focusing on. We also discussed the TV shows Molly's been working on and give advice on how to decide if working for free is worth it.

ANNOUNCEMENTS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE

Christopher Holland from Film Festival Secrets is raising money for his next season of the podcast and another edition of his book. If you're a filmmaker interested in getting your film seen you should be contributing. Help him out on Seed & Spark.

Film Bar Mondays tonight July 20 is at Argosy then next week on the 27th it's at Mac Magee's.

Supporting the podcast just became easier! Visit the Atlanta Film Chat Patreon profile and donate to us directly for some fun rewards. Even a $1 donation gets you something and helps us out tremendously!

Do you work in the film biz in Atlanta and want to come on the show? Email us at atlfilmchat@gmail.com, especially if you find out you have a film in the Dragon*con film festival!

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