Top Insights on Video Excellence: Amanda Needham Discusses the Telly Awards, Capture Summit, and the Rise of Church Creative Pastors in Storytelling

The Church Production Podcast

Discover the world of church video production and storytelling with the Church Production Podcast, hosted by Joseph Cottle. In this engaging episode, we sit down with Amanda Needham, Managing Director of the Telly Awards, an institution recognizing excellence in film and video production across all screens. Join us as Amanda shares insights from her experience judging the Church Film Craft Festival at the Capture Summit and her role at the Tellys, an award show that accepts video work from anywhere, whether it’s for television, social media, or non-broadcast.

Throughout the episode, we delve into Amanda’s passion for creative storytelling, diversity in film, and the power of video in connecting communities. We discuss the importance of elevating independent voices in film and why even a simple video can resonate just as strongly as high-budget productions. Plus, Amanda and Joseph explore ideas on how churches can use video to bridge different campuses and foster deeper connections in divided cultural spaces.

Whether you're a filmmaker, video enthusiast, or someone curious about how video can transform communities, this episode provides rich insights into how video production can drive meaningful stories and connections. Don't miss Amanda's compelling thoughts on church filmmaking, community-based storytelling, and the future of media.

Tune in to hear more about how film and television can bring people together—and why Amanda thinks everyone should go further with their creative ideas, no matter the budget.