Life as an Indie Filmmaker Has Both Challenges and Rewards: Brian Shackelford Shares His Story
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Life as an Indie Filmmaker Has Both Challenges and Rewards: Brian Shackelford Shares His Story


Shackelford on the set of Hidden Orchard Mysteries: The Case of the Air B & B Robbery. Photo Courtesy: Brian Shackelford


Independent filmmaker Brian Shackelford is a Hollywood veteran. His production and post production experience includes over 800 hours original and non-fiction programming for the following gaming, film and television companies: ESL, ESP, OGN, 20th Century Fox, New Line Cinema, VH1, MTV, 51 Minds Entertainment, 44 Blue, Ryan Seacrest Productions, World of Wonder, T-Group Productions, Electus, Scott Sternberg Productions, and Down In Front Entertainment.


Shackelford shared his inspiring story with me and it is my absolute pleasure to share it with you. Hopefully, as 2020 winds to a close, Shackelford's story will help provide the inspiration and motivation to keep pushing towards your goals in the New Year.


You can listen to our conversation on the latest episode of Terri Talks Movies on any of the following streaming platforms:



Editor's Note: Shackelford's documentary "The Color of Medicine: The Story of Homer G. Phillips Hospital" won Best Documentary at the 3rd Annual I See You Awards® in August 2019.


The 5th Annual I See You Awards®, which will be held in August 2021, is now open for submissions. To submit your project, or for more information on the awards program, click here.


You can also watch our August 2020 virtual awards ceremony, by clicking here.


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