FILM & VIDEO COACHING | LEADERSHIP
I help filmmakers build sustainable careers—and help organizations build and lead great video teams.
It’s hard to launch your career. You don’t want to waste your time or make a bad impression pursuing your dream.
My name is Chris Mano and I’ve spent more than 30 years working in film and video—from freelance crews and feature films to building and leading an in-house filmmaking team.
I want you to know what producers and employers look for in hiring for their teams. Let’s put your best foot forward, then get it in the door!


If you love working in Film & Video but want to shift your career focus or align your strengths into a sustainable career, let’s develop your plan and a path for activation.
Positioning | Specialization | Portfolio | Marketing
If you want to confidently lead and direct your team but feel like you could use a little development to fill in the gaps or could use some help in a time of transition; we can help you build a roadmap to get to where you want to go.
Roles | Team Structure | Hiring | Workflow | Leadership | Creative Direction

MyFilmTeam is a leadership and coaching resource for communication leaders- anyone responsible for making films and videos, as well as leading teams of filmmakers. I help people confidently make great videos. I got my start in filmmaking in 1994 and observed some common hiccups along the way that pop-up for people who work with…
