Phil Cooke Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

How early is too early to plan your church Christmas pageant or program? In this episode, Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com shares the “best of” Christmas podcasts for church media directors, choir directors and their teams to produce the best Christmas pageant or program ever! Go behind the scenes of the “The Gift of Christmas” stunning multi-media event as Phil interviews Prestonwood Church creative leaders Michael Neale, Andy Pearson, and Bryan Bailey to discuss the mindset, collaboration and planning of a successful church Christmas program. Then, get Phil’s nine-point church media checklist to help your team produce a holiday program that expresses the wonder of Christmas in a professional and engaging way.

👉 Watch now to gain skills in creative leadership! 

Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your creative leadership skills when you sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.philcooke.com/subscribe/ 

NEW BOOK! “Church on Trial – How to Protect Your Congregation, Mission, and Reputation During a Crisis” Get your copy here: https://philcooke.com/crisis 

Order bulk copies for your pastor team, staff and board members.
Contact us at info@influencelab.com for details on bulk orders. 

Subscribe to my podcast for more career advice and creative leadership skills: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056

Prefer video? Subscribe to my YouTube channel to level up your creative leadership skills: https://www.youtube.com/c/philcookeofficial?sub_confirmation=1 

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Phil Cooke – Media Producer/Writer/Speaker/Coach
Helping Creative Leaders Influence the World

Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? I offer advice on creative leadership, digital media, branding, marketing, film and television production – and the faith to take you from where you are in your ministry or career to where you want to be. 

As a filmmaker, media consultant and co-founder of Cooke Media Group in Los Angeles, my client list includes Hollywood studios, major nonprofit organizations, and many of the most respected churches and ministries in the world. I’ve produced media programming in nearly 70 countries and created many of the most influential inspirational TV programs in history. 

My philosophy? Get your ideas out there and change the world in the process. 

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Connect with me on social media:

Twitter https://twitter.com/philcooke

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philcookepage/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/philcooke/

Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/philcookes-podcast/id1439369056 

Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com

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*More About This Episode* How to Produce the BEST Christmas Pageant ever! Behind the Scenes of a Successful Church Program

The Gift of Christmas is a Prestonwood tradition and has become one of the highlights of the Christmas season, with thousands of guests attending every year.  Find out more: https://prestonwoodgoc.org

More about the Church Media Checklist for Holiday Programs (or how to avoid the nightmare before Christmas) 

1. Start preparation early. Whether it’s live, multi-cam or video-taped, get your hands on a script or musical score as soon as possible.

2. Bring your crew into the planning process. Your media team and volunteers may have valuable ideas that can help the production.

3. Understand lighting differences. Make sure you understand the difference between stage lighting and television lighting.

4. Create a shot list. Always have a plan.

5. Stop screaming and yelling. If you’re directing a Christmas or Easter presentation and you lose control, you instantly lose respect with your team.

6. Use cuts and dissolves correctly and know the difference between them. There should be a purpose behind your choices.

7. Shoot a rehearsal. It’s worth the extra money and time to bring in a paid staff or your volunteers.

8. Have a debriefing. Especially when you have multiple performances, shoot and debrief after each one.

9. Toss out normal service camera rules. Don’t be afraid to move the cameras around according to the script or music plan.

Watch the full episodes!

How to Stage a Spectacular Church Christmas Event: Interview with Prestonwood Church Creatives

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CQhxdHs7lJU
Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3s5bIjx (or your favorite podcast platform!) 

Church Media Checklist for Holiday Programs (or how to avoid the Nightmare Before Christmas)
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypkm8KVC5b0 

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Is your church prepared for a crisis? In this 700 Club Interactive show, host Andrew Knox sits down with Phil Cooke, author of “Church on Trial” https://philcooke.com/crisis to discuss ways churches can effectively respond to a crisis while staying true to the organization’s core mission. Phil offers a proactive and comprehensive approach to crisis management to help leaders respond appropriately to victims and perpetrators while strengthening the church for the future. 

👉 Listen now to gain skills in crisis management.
Find out more about CBN and The 700 Club here: https://www2.cbn.com/

NEW MASTERCLASS!
Church on Trial—Crisis Management with Phil Cooke launches October 8th. Get info here and consider signing your leadership team up with our group discount! https://philcooke.com/masterclass

Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your creative leadership skills when you sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.philcooke.com/subscribe/ 

NEW BOOK! “Church on Trial – How to Protect Your Congregation, Mission, and Reputation During a Crisis”

Church on Trial – How to Protect Your Congregation, Mission, and Reputation During a Crisis offers churches and nonprofits a preemptive strategy to avoid a crisis – and if one does happen, a crisis plan to respond appropriately and positively.

Get your copy here: https://philcooke.com/crisis 

Order bulk copies for your pastor team, staff and board members.
Executive pastors and denominational leaders are already ordering copies of the book for each member of their staff. Don’t let your team be blindsided by a crisis. 
Contact us at info@influencelab.com for details on bulk orders. 

Subscribe to my podcast for more career advice and creative leadership skills: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056

Prefer video? Subscribe to my YouTube channel to level up your creative leadership skills: https://www.youtube.com/c/philcookeofficial?sub_confirmation=1 

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Phil Cooke – Media Producer/Writer/Speaker/Coach
Helping Creative Leaders Influence the World

Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? I offer advice on creative leadership, digital media, branding, marketing, film and television production – and the faith to take you from where you are in your ministry or career to where you want to be. 

As a filmmaker, media consultant and co-founder of Cooke Media Group in Los Angeles, my client list includes Hollywood studios, major nonprofit organizations, and many of the most respected churches and ministries in the world. I’ve produced media programming in nearly 70 countries and created many of the most influential inspirational TV programs in history. 

My philosophy? Get your ideas out there and change the world in the process. 

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Connect with me on social media:

Twitter https://twitter.com/philcooke

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philcookepage/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/philcooke/

Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/philcookes-podcast/id1439369056 

Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com

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*More About This Episode* Crisis Response: Phil Cooke Shares Crisis Management Strategies on The 700 Club with host Andrew Knox

Phil Cooke’s Church on Trial is an indispensable tool to help church, ministry and nonprofit leaders respond to a crisis thoughtfully, appropriately, and positively. You’ll find out:

·      Best practices to implement now to avoid a crisis

·      The first thing to do when a crisis hits to maintain congregational trust and unity

·      How to safeguard your church’s reputation before it crashes

·      The one thing you should never do in a crisis

·      How to get in front of a crisis with the truth

·      And more...

Church on Trial will help you create a transparent culture as a defense against crisis – and if one does happen, serve as a guide to help you respond quickly and effectively. 

“A crisis does not have to break your church. Rather, it can be an opportunity to strengthen your church to weather the storms.” – Phil Cooke, PhD

Get your copy here: https://philcooke.com/crisis

Contact info@influencelab.com for details on bulk orders. 

(As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This helps support my channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. Thank you for the support!)

Welcome to a revolutionary discussion on adapting preaching for the digital age! In this episode, online preaching coach David Murrow, joins Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com to delve into the art of engaging with your online congregation effectively. Discover invaluable insights to transform your preaching style and create sermons that are watchable, memorable, and sharable as an evangelistic tool. Elevate your communication skills with practical tips you can apply to your next sermon.

🔗 Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your creative leadership skills when you sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.philcooke.com/subscribe/

 Get my book as a 🎁 Gift for Your Pastor!

Maximize Your Influence: How to Make Digital Media Work for Your Church, Your Ministry, and You: https://amzn.to/3XxHSif

Subscribe to my podcast for more career advice and creative leadership skills: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056

Prefer video? Subscribe to my YouTube channel to level up your creative leadership skills: https://www.youtube.com/c/philcookeofficial?sub_confirmation=1

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Phil Cooke – Media Producer/Writer/Speaker/Coach
Helping Creative Leaders Influence the World

Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? I offer advice on creative leadership, digital media, branding, marketing, film and television production – and the faith to take you from where you are in your ministry or career to where you want to be.

 As a filmmaker, media consultant and co-founder of Cooke Media Group in Los Angeles, my client list includes Hollywood studios, major nonprofit organizations, and many of the most respected churches and ministries in the world. I’ve produced media programming in nearly 70 countries and created many of the most influential inspirational TV programs in history.

 My philosophy? Get your ideas out there and change the world in the process.

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Connect with me on social media:

Twitter https://twitter.com/philcooke

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philcookepage/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/philcooke/

Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/philcookes-podcast/id1439369056 

Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com

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 *More About This Episode* Creating Sharable Sermons: An Evangelistic Approach to Online Preaching with David Murrow

Transform your sermons into powerful evangelistic tools for the digital age! In this interview, you’ll find out how to capture attention in an 8-second world, craft compelling sermon titles, and navigate the visual landscape of online preaching. Unleash the evangelistic potential of your sermons!

More About David Murrow:

David Murrow, a.k.a., The Online Preaching Coach, teaches pastors how to make their sermons more watchable, memorable and shareable. He spent four decades in the television business, and his work has been seen on ABC, NBC, PBS, CBS, Discovery Networks, BBC and dozens more. 

Murrow is the author of “Why Men Hate Going to Church,” the groundbreaking book that changed the way thousands of congregations do church.  

David and his wife Gina have three children and seven grandkids. They are ministry nomads, residing in three different places: Alaska, Arizona and most recently Pennsylvania.

 Find out more and get David Murrow’s free course at https://davidmurrow.com

(As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This helps support my channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. Thank you for the support!)

Public speaking gigs are a powerful way to advance your career, plus they offer opportunities to get your message heard. Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com shares five tips to help you book your first speaking gig while becoming a great speaker. Elevate your speaking skills and find out how to get invited to speak at conferences, small groups, workshops, and more to expand your influence today.

Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your creative leadership skills when you sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.philcooke.com/subscribe/ 

Get my new book: “Ideas on a Deadline: How to Be Creative When the Clock is Ticking” Order today and get BONUS resource materials to instantly elevate your creativity. https://www.philcooke.com/ideasonadeadline/ 

#Audiobook available on Audible now: https://adbl.co/3QoD7DE 

Subscribe to my podcast for more career advice and creative leadership skills: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056

Prefer video? Subscribe to my YouTube channel to level up your creative leadership skills: https://www.youtube.com/c/philcookeofficial?sub_confirmation=1 

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Phil Cooke – Media Producer/Writer/Speaker/Coach
Helping Creative Leaders Influence the World

Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? I offer advice on creative leadership, digital media, branding, marketing, film and television production – and the faith to take you from where you are in your ministry or career to where you want to be. 

As a filmmaker, media consultant and co-founder of Cooke Media Group in Los Angeles, my client list includes Hollywood studios, major nonprofit organizations, and many of the most respected churches and ministries in the world. I’ve produced media programming in nearly 70 countries and created many of the most influential inspirational TV programs in history. 

My philosophy? Get your ideas out there and change the world in the process. 

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Connect with me on social media:

Twitter https://twitter.com/philcooke

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philcookepage/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/philcooke/

Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/philcookes-podcast/id1439369056 

Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com

Find out about The Influence Lab here: https://influencelab.com

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*More About This Episode* Public Speaking Techniques: How to Get Invited to Speak at Conferences
Whatever your line of work, speaking gigs are a powerful way to get your name known and your message heard while advancing your career. Here’s five tips to help you get invited to speak: 

1. Volunteer at conferences. Find the conferences you think you might like to speak at in the future and show up to help. You never know what could happen.

2. Become an expert. Find a niche in your field and become an expert. What have you done in your career that is unique?

3. Plan ahead. Most conferences are planned out a year in advance. Don’t wait until the last minute to reach out. (And always be ready for last-minute changes!)

4. You don’t need an agent. Don’t feel like you need an agent to get invitations. They may be able to negotiate a deal but may not be the one to get you the job as a speaker.

5. Take the time to become a great speaker. Being an expert does not necessarily mean you’ll be a great speaker. If you’re incorporating software like Powerpoint or Keynote, learn to speak well first; then bring the Powerpoint into it.

Become an amazing speaker!

Check out Chapter 3 “Speaking to a Digital Generation” in my book, “Maximize Your Influence – How to Make Digital Media Work for Your Church, Your Ministry and You” here: https://amzn.to/3XxHSif

Get the book “Give Your Speech; Change the World” by Nick Morgan here: https://amzn.to/3SUf0RQ

(As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This helps support my channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. Thank you for the support!)

You can change the world! Join Phil Cooke in this conversation with Dr. Billy Wilson, president of Oral Roberts University, as they discuss the importance of reaching Gen Z with the gospel. https://philcooke.com In this thought-provoking discussion, you’ll find out how this rising generation thinks and how to effectively share the message of Christ with them. Author of “Generation Z: Born for the Storm” and “The Power of One: Reaching Every Person on Earth,” Wilson also shares about the E21 global initiative for evangelism and ways you can make a difference with your faith by reaching just one person today. 

Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your creative leadership skills when you sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.philcooke.com/subscribe/ 

Get my new book: “Ideas on a Deadline: How to Be Creative When the Clock is Ticking” Order today and get BONUS resource materials to instantly elevate your creativity. https://www.philcooke.com/ideasonadeadline/ 

#Audiobook available on Audible now: https://adbl.co/3QoD7DE 

Subscribe to my podcast for more career advice and creative leadership skills: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056 

Prefer video? Subscribe to my YouTube channel to level up your creative leadership skills: https://www.youtube.com/c/philcookeofficial?sub_confirmation=1

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Phil Cooke – Media Producer/Writer/Speaker/Coach
Helping Creative Leaders Influence the World

Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? I offer advice on creative leadership, digital media, branding, marketing, film and television production – and the faith to take you from where you are in your ministry or career to where you want to be. 

As a filmmaker, media consultant and co-founder of Cooke Media Group in Los Angeles, my client list includes Hollywood studios, major nonprofit organizations, and many of the most respected churches and ministries in the world. I’ve produced media programming in nearly 70 countries and created many of the most influential inspirational TV programs in history. 

My philosophy? Get your ideas out there and change the world in the process. 

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Connect with me on social media:

Twitter https://twitter.com/philcooke

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philcookepage/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/philcooke/

Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/philcookes-podcast/id1439369056 

Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com

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Dr. William M. Wilson is a leading voice in the Spirit-empowered movement, one of the fastest growing movements in history. Wilson is recognized globally for his unwavering ethics in leadership and as a champion for new generations of Spirit-empowered leaders. 

During Wilson’s tenure as the Empowered21 (E21) Global Chair, E21 has become what is recognized as the world’s largest Spirit-empowered relational network, bringing together over 650 million Christians worldwide. Wilson has also been instrumental in creating and communicating the EveryOne initiative – joining denominations, para-church networks, and evangelistic ministries from around the world, calling on the global church to make every effort to share the Gospel with every person on earth by 2033. 

Additionally, as president of Oral Roberts University (ORU), Wilson has led the university through consecutive years of historic growth, helping ORU’s enrollment reach unprecedented numbers. Wilson is also a sought-after Bible communicator whose weekly television program, "World Impact with Dr. Billy Wilson.”

Wilson serves as Chair of the Pentecostal World Fellowship, an at-large member of the board of the National Association of Evangelicals, and in leadership positions with the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem, American Association of Presidents of Independent Colleges and Universities, the Summit League President’s Council, and the Tulsa Regional Chamber of Commerce. He has authored several books, including Father Cry, Foundations of Faith, Fasting Forward, Generation Z: Born for the Storm, and his latest book The Power of One. 

Find out more about Dr. Billy Wilson: https://Drbillywilson.com

Find out more about E21: https://Empowered21.com

Find out more about ORU: https://oru.edu/

Get Dr. Billy Wilson’s book, “Generation Z: Born for the Storm”: https://amzn.to/3w0lCF9

Get “The Power of One: Reaching Every Person on Earth”: https://amzn.to/42rwok6

(As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This helps support my channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. Thank you for the support!)

Are you struggling in your creative career as an artist, musician, filmmaker, writer or director? Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com shares the two levels of success you need to achieve to earn a living as a creative and gain success doing what you love to do.

Watch the interview with Howard Kazanjian here: https://youtu.be/xXGmRmMtxV0

Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your creative leadership skills when you sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.philcooke.com/subscribe/

Get my new book: “Ideas on a Deadline: How to Be Creative When the Clock is Ticking” Order today and get BONUS resource materials to instantly elevate your creativity. https://www.philcooke.com/ideasonadeadline/

#Audiobook available on Audible now: https://adbl.co/3QoD7DE

Subscribe to my podcast for more career advice and creative leadership skills: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056

Prefer video? Subscribe to my YouTube channel to level up your creative leadership skills: https://www.youtube.com/c/philcookeofficial?sub_confirmation=1

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Phil Cooke – Media Producer/Writer/Speaker/Coach

Helping Creative Leaders Influence the World

Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? I offer advice on creative leadership, digital media, branding, marketing, film and television production – and the faith to take you from where you are in your ministry or career to where you want to be.

As a filmmaker, media consultant and co-founder of Cooke Media Group in Los Angeles, my client list includes Hollywood studios, major nonprofit organizations, and many of the most respected churches and ministries in the world. I’ve produced media programming in nearly 70 countries and created many of the most influential inspirational TV programs in history.

My philosophy? Get your ideas out there and change the world in the process.

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Connect with me on social media:

Twitter https://twitter.com/philcooke

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philcookepage/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/philcooke/

Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/philcookes-podcast/id1439369056 

Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com

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*More About This Episode* From Average to Extraordinary: The Two Levels of Success for Creative Careers

Having all the creative talent in the world will matter little if you don’t understand the business. Even the creative greats were concerned with financing their projects. The sooner you start thinking about both levels of success, the sooner you’ll reach your creative goals.

Read more here: “The Two Levels it Takes for Success”: https://www.philcooke.com/the-two-levels-it-takes-for-success/

(As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This helps support my channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. Thank you for the support!)

With a career that spans 50 years, he’s collaborated with Hollywood legends such as Alfred Hitchcock, George Lucas and Frances Coppola. Phil Cooke welcomes Emmy award-winning film and television producer Howard Kazanjian to share behind the scenes of a producer’s role in both the studio system and independent film with credits including “Raiders of the Lost Ark, Star Wars “The Empire Strikes Back” and “Return of the Jedi.” His stories on some of the biggest blockbusters in film history will inspire new filmmakers in their careers.

 Please like, rate and share this episode!

 Get my new book: “Ideas on a Deadline: How to Be Creative When the Clock is Ticking” Order today and get bonus resource materials to instantly elevate your creativity. https://www.philcooke.com/ideasonadeadline/

 #Audiobook available now! Take “Ideas on a Deadline” with you on your commute or morning jog. Read by Phil Cooke, it’s like a masterclass on creativity. Available on Audible here: https://adbl.co/3QoD7DE

 Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056

Prefer video? Subscribe to My YouTube Channel and Get More Great Advice https://www.youtube.com/c/philcookeofficial?sub_confirmation=1

New episodes are uploaded every other Wednesday. Make sure to Subscribe and hit the Notification bell to be notified when they go live.

 *Helping leaders navigate their calling and career in today’s distracted media-driven culture*

 Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? As a Hollywood producer and media consultant, I offer advice for leaders and creatives each week on creative leadership, digital media, branding and marketing strategies, film and TV production – and the faith to take you from where you are to where you want to be in your career.

 Other Great Resources: Sign up for my blog and get immediate access to a free download that will inspire your creative leadership at https://www.philcooke.com

Follow me:

Twitter https://twitter.com/philcooke

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philcookepage/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/philcooke/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philcookepage/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/philcookeofficial?sub_confirmation=1

Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com

Find out more about The Influence Lab here: https://InfluenceLab.com

 *More About This Episode* Emmy Award Winning Film and Television Producer – Interview with Howard Kazanjian

 About Howard Kazanjian

Howard Kazanjian is an accomplished film and television producer and entertainment executive. Kazanjian has produced several blockbuster films including Raiders of the Lost Ark and Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi. During his seven years as Vice President of Production at Lucasfilm Ltd., Kazanjian also oversaw the production of Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back.

 Throughout his 50 years in the film industry, Howard Kazanjian has been privileged to work with some of cinema’s finest directors. Kazanjian advanced his craft on many films as an Assistant Director and Producer working closely with legendary filmmakers such as: Alfred Hitchcock, Billy Wilder, Sam Peckinpah, Robert Wise, Joshua Logan, Elia Kazan, Clint Eastwood, Francis Ford Coppola, Steven Spielberg, and George Lucas.

Howard Kazanjian’s films have garnered more than a dozen Oscar nominations and have won ten Oscars. He also won an Emmy for a TV documentary.  Kazanjian is the co-author of twelve books with two more to be published in 2022.

Find Howard Kazanjian on IMDb here: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0443599/

Get the book! “Howard Kazanjian – A Producer’s Life” available here: https://amzn.to/41v97Nv

(As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This helps support my channel and allows me to continue making episodes like this. Thank you for the support!)

Does your pastor have a vision for media? If you’re feeling stifled as a church media producer or communications director, Phil Cooke offers eight tips to help you “lead from the middle” and win your pastor over to see the potential for media. In today’s digital age, the opportunities for sharing the gospel through media are tremendous. Here’s how to communicate this opportunity to senior leadership while advancing your career as a media professional.

Please like, rate and share this episode!

Order my book for your pastor! “Maximize Your Influence: How to Make Digital Media Work for Your Church, Your Ministry, and You” is available here: https://amzn.to/3XxHSif

Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056

Prefer video? Subscribe to My YouTube Channel and Get More Great Advice https://www.youtube.com/c/philcookeofficial?sub_confirmation=1

New episodes are uploaded every other Wednesday. Make sure to Subscribe and hit the Notification bell to be notified when they go live.

*Helping leaders navigate their calling and career in today’s distracted media-driven culture* 

Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? As a Hollywood producer and media consultant, I offer advice for leaders and creatives each week on creative leadership, digital media, branding and marketing strategies, film and TV production – and the faith to take you from where you are to where you want to be in your career.

Other Great Resources: Sign up for my blog and get immediate access to a free download that will inspire your creative leadership at https://www.philcooke.com

Follow me:

Twitter https://twitter.com/philcooke

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philcookepage/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/philcooke/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philcookepage/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/philcookeofficial?sub_confirmation=1

Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com

*More About This Episode* Revolutionize Your Pastor’s Vision for Church Media: Leading from the Middle

Here are eight keys to advance your leadership skills and career as a media professional – and get your pastor excited about media! 

1. Take ownership of your work and your attitude. Have skin in the game. Be an example to your pastor and leadership of what’s possible with a project. 

2. Build strong relationships with your team. Take the time to get to know those you work with.

3. Become proactive and solution-oriented. Don’t just complain about problems; bring solutions to the table. You’ll be amazed at how this will accelerate your career. 

4. Lead by example. The best way to lead from the middle is to become an example for others.

5. Get past the budget battle. Learn how to work within the budget limitations of your organization with ingenuity and talent.

6. Become a great communicator. Leadership is closely tied to effective communication. Learn how to communicate your vision, thoughts and ideas to others.

Get the book “You Are the Message” by Roger Ailes here:  https://amzn.to/3RxPnFC

7. Change your perception from being a techie person to being a media producer or creative director. Understand the culture, strategies and platforms that will best engage today’s culture with the gospel. You’ll start getting the pastor’s attention.

8. Start thinking from the pastor’s point of view. Start speaking his language. Embrace his perspective of using media to change people’s lives and reach more people.

Implement these eight points, and you’ll change how others respond to you.

Get my new book: “Ideas on a Deadline: How to Be Creative When the Clock is Ticking” Order today and get BONUS resource materials to instantly elevate your creativity. https://www.philcooke.com/ideasonadeadline/ 

#Audiobook available on Audible now: https://adbl.co/3QoD7DE 

(As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This helps support my channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. Thank you for the support!)

The Spanish-speaking community is exploding in growth in the U.S. Find out how your local church can engage the Latino community more effectively as Phil Cooke interviews Angel Jordan, director of Hispanic Initiatives at the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. Join them as they explore the varying aspects of Latino culture, the needs represented, and the opportunities for outreach and discipleship within the Hispanic community. Bonus topic includes ways you can partner with a Spanish-speaking church to empower them to reach the Hispanic community.

Please like, rate and share this episode!

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Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? As a Hollywood producer and media consultant, I offer advice for leaders and creatives each week on creative leadership, digital media, branding and marketing strategies, film and TV production – and the faith to take you from where you are to where you want to be in your career.

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 *More About This Episode* Reaching the Hispanic Community: Interview with Angel Jordan, Billy Graham Evangelistic Association
Secular companies recognize the huge potential of the Hispanic community, but the church has been slow to reach out. This episode will help pastors and ministry leaders understand why outreach matters and what your church can do to bring the gospel to the Spanish-speaking community in your city.

About Angel Jordan
Angel Jordan is the Director of Hispanic Initiatives at the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association  (BGEA) and Samaritan’s Purse. He has a great passion for the integral mission and the unity of the church. Angel holds a BA in Marketing and Advertising, an MA in Digital Advertising, and an MA in Christian Studies. He is a certified facilitator of CQ® and for Global Perspectives. 

Find out more about BGEA here: https://billygraham.org/

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Interested in a directing career? Find out how to succeed as Phil Cooke welcomes live multi-camera director and executive producer Micah Bickham to discuss his approach to capturing live events and filming music videos and his career pathway from media ministry to freelance director. 

Micah has directed performances of some of today’s biggest names in music, including Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, Ed Sheeran, and Demi Lovato, and his work can be seen on all major streaming platforms. Formerly the executive producer and creative director for VEVO in New York and previously the senior live director for Joel Osteen and Lakewood Church, Micah brings a unique perspective to a career in creating.

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*More About This Episode* How to Succeed as a Live Multi-Camera Director | Micah Bickham Interview
About Micah Bickham

Micah Bickham is a live multi-camera director and executive producer based in New York.  With over 15 years of live music and live entertainment experience, his work can be seen on all major streaming platforms from Amazon Prime’s live performance series ‘Amazon Music Live’, to ‘The Weeknd Live From SoFi’ on HBO, and many more.  He has directed performances for Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, Ed Sheeran, Demi Lovato, The Weeknd, Billie Eilish, J Balvin, and many more.

 Micah is formerly the Executive Producer and Creative Director for VEVO in New York, and previously the Senior Live Director for Joel Osteen and Lakewood Church. 

 “I’m really looking for ways to disrupt conventional live production elements. It’s looking left when everybody else is looking right...” – Micah Bickham

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