Ep 204: Beyond the Frame: Conversations with Natalie Schwan

Filmmaking Conversations Podcast with Damien Swaby

Ep 204: Beyond the Frame: Conversations with Natalie Schwan

Jul 3, 2024 · 35m 57s

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Show Notes: Interview with Natalie Schwan - Natalie Schwan is an award-winning director, producer, and founder of full-service production companies Velocity Creatives and Velocity Films. Her work celebrates the human...

Show Notes: Interview with Natalie Schwan

Natalie Schwan is an award-winning director, producer, and founder of full-service production companies Velocity Creatives and Velocity Films. Her work celebrates the human condition, the journey of the overcomer, and the spirit of adventure.

Career Highlights

Natalie has received multiple Telly Awards for directing and producing.
She produced Webby-nominated work and won 2nd place in the SheDirected Audience Awards Competition for her J.K. Rowling biopic short film "Jo".
Her work has been featured in Variety and showcased at prestigious festivals including LA Shorts, IndyShorts, SOHO International, and Chelsea International.
Natalie's projects have also been semi-finalists at Flicker’s Rhode Island.

Velocity Creatives

In 2015, Natalie launched Velocity Creatives, focusing on creating commercial and narrative content that inspires, challenges, and excites audiences.
Her client portfolio includes renowned brands such as SONOS, Colgate, and Goldman Sachs.

Expansion into TV/Film Development

Natalie has recently expanded into TV and film development, launching a new branch of her business in early 2023.
This expansion focuses on narrative shorts, episodic content, and feature films.

Upcoming Projects

Natalie is drawn to historical narratives and adventure stories.
Her upcoming slate includes:
- A Montana-based Western.
- A period-era Ellis Island narrative series.
- A stylized high-action dramatic thriller feature.
- A Holocaust-era story of the Jewish Resistance.
- A female-driven scripted global anthology series.

Personal Interests

Natalie's passion for travel and exploration influences her storytelling.
She is constantly planning her next international adventure.

Website: http://www.natalieschwan.com/about

Conclusion

Natalie Schwan continues to push boundaries in filmmaking, blending visual storytelling with deep narrative themes. Her upcoming projects promise to captivate audiences with their diverse and compelling stories.

Damien Swaby Social Media Links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmmaker_damien_swaby/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2FDamienSwaby
Also, you can check out my documentary The People of Brixton, on Kwelitv here: The People of Brixton https://www.kweli.tv/watch/kweli/the-people-of-brixton

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