Start Where You AreYou don’t need a million-dollar budget or a Hollywood studio to make your first film—you just need to start where you are. In this episode, Joan Montreuil shares how she began with limited resources, simple tools, and a whole lot of determination. Discover how to use what you have right now to build momentum, create opportunities, and take the first step toward your filmmaking dreams.

Start Where You Are You don’t need a million-dollar budget or a Hollywood studio to make your first film—you just need to start where you are. In this episode, Joan Montreuil shares how she began with limited resources, simple tools, and a whole lot of determination. Discover how to use what you have right now to build momentum, create opportunities, and take the first step toward your filmmaking dreams.

Start Where You Are

“Welcome to The Newbie Film Academy Podcast. I’m your host, Joan Montreuil, and I am so glad you’re here.This podcast was created for first-time filmmakers—dreamers with a story burning inside of them who may be wondering, Where do I even begin? I know that feeling because I started there too. Over 27 years ago, I had stories in my heart, but I didn’t have the roadmap, the equipment, or the Hollywood budget. What I did have was faith, determination, and a deep belief that if I just started where I was, God would take care of the rest. And He did.Here, you’ll find practical tools, honest lessons, and encouragement to help you go from idea to screen. Each episode is 15 minutes—just enough to teach you something real, challenge you to take action, and remind you that your voice matters in film.So whether you’re writing your first script, picking up a camera for the first time, or simply curious about how movies get made, you’re in the right place. This is your time, your classroom, and your launchpad.Let’s dive in to today’s episode.”

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“Welcome to The Newbie Film Academy Podcast. I’m your host, Joan Montreuil, and I am so glad you’re here. This podcast was created for first-time filmmakers—dreamers with a story burning inside of them who may be wondering, Where do I even begin? I know that feeling because I started there too. Over 27 years ago, I had stories in my heart, but I didn’t have the roadmap, the equipment, or the Hollywood budget. What I did have was faith, determination, and a deep belief that if I just started where I was, God would take care of the rest. And He did. Here, you’ll find practical tools, honest lessons, and encouragement to help you go from idea to screen. Each episode is 15 minutes—just enough to teach you something real, challenge you to take action, and remind you that your voice matters in film. So whether you’re writing your first script, picking up a camera for the first time, or simply curious about how movies get made, you’re in the right place. This is your time, your classroom, and your launchpad. Let’s dive in to today’s episode.”

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