Open Call for Documentary Collaboration

We all carry experiences that stick with us throughout life—stories that shape us, inspire us, even shake us to our core. These experiences, through sharing, have the power to connect us and illuminate our understanding of each other.

Maybe you have a personal narrative that begs to be told, a glimpse into your life that could resonate with others. Maybe you know an individual, a group, an organization, a place, an event, or even a pet that deserves recognition for their significance. 

Sharing our journeys is about connecting through our experiences and finding something beautiful in the process. If you think your story is one I could help amplify, fill out what you’re comfortable with in the form below and let’s see if we could collaborate together.

If you have any questions or concerns before submitting, take a look at the FAQ below or reach out to me directly at JustinAdamsMedia@gmail.com

 FAQs

  • I’m a commercial filmmaker currently living in Richmond, VA. I have 6 years of experience in the space, along with 15 years experience in wedding and portrait photography.

  • I’m looking for stories that resonate with me, that I feel I can help amplify through the power of documentary filmmaking. What shape that takes depends on the story, along with my own capabilities. Currently, I’m envisioning a short documentary. But that vision may change over time.

  • Submissions close June 30th, 2024 at 11:59PM

  • It’s totally up to you!

    - You can submit your entire story here through this form

    - You can submit a short summary here and we can email about the rest

    - You can submit a short summary here and we can hop on a phone call or Zoom call about the rest

    Stories are impactful because they’re personal. I would like you to share with me, but only to the extent that you feel comfortable, and in the ways you feel comfortable. So whatever form that takes—just be sure to notify me through this page to ensure we can start the conversation.

DISCLAIMERS

Content Ownership and Rights: Though you’re submitting your story, you still retain the rights to it.
Privacy and Confidentiality: Do not include confidential, sensitive, or illegal information that you would not want me to know.
Content Guidelines: Only contact initiated through this webpage will be reviewed for this project.
Legal Disclaimers: You are responsible for ensuring your submission does not violate any laws or third-party rights.
Selection Process: Your submission is not a guarantee that you’ll hear back from me, that your submission will be chosen, or that I’ll work with you on any projects. This is a passion side-project, and may be postponed or cancelled indefinitely at any time.
Usage of Content: Content submitted will remain private unless permission is given by the rights-holder to release it publicly, or to comply with legal/law enforcement obligations.
Age Restrictions: No submissions by anyone under 18 years old without parental consent.
Compensation: There is no compensation for submitting your story.
Submission Deadline: This open call is scheduled to close by June 30th, 2024 at 11:59PM.
Contact Information: For questions, comments, or concerns, reach out to me at JustinAdamsMedia@gmail.com or (804) 201-5045
All rights reserved.