Writing for personal projects like family memoirs or public talks is similar to writing for television. Whether the end product is a narrated script, a book or a video, the many threads of your life can be drawn from your experience and woven into the fabric of a story.
Just like on TV! (see some of Brian Faulkner's video & TV projects below)
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"I have been meaning for some time to tell you how much we enjoy your great writing and narration. Your writing is brief and to the point and well suited to the program. "It makes the message more memorable." - Our State TV viewer - |
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Writing for Our State Television: |
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Twenty plus years ago, the publisher of Our State, the much loved monthly magazine about North Carolina people, places and traditions, suggested that Brian Faulkner write (and narrate) the new Our State Public TV series, adapt articles to video that reflect the magazine's style.
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It worked! Our State TV was a ratings and cultural success, and Brian Faulkner earned five Emmy awards for scriptwriting of episodes that ran on PBS Carolina from 2003-2026.
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"I continue to admire your work on Our State.
Fantastic job!"
- Marketing Director, Mann Media -
Fantastic job!"
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Examples from more than 120 Our State TV segments written and narrated by Brian Faulkner.
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This is one of my favorites, a beautifully wrought portrait of a coastal estate. The wealthy couple who built it only lived there a few years before his death. The place then fell to ruin and was restored through the efforts of local citizens. -bf
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A portrait of 94-year-old Winston-Salem artist Earline Heath King that traces her fascinating life from high school to becoming a well-known sculptor. Style is much like a video memoir. -bf
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Jim Avett claims to be a singer who knows over 1,000 songs, some of which he no doubt sang to his now famous sons, the Avett Brothers, while they were growing up. Another memoir-like approach -bf
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Explore a botanical wonderland at Tarboro's fascinating Calvary Church, where the founding pastor's vision included "filling in the sky". Experience touching graveyard scenes and compelling family stories! -bf
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See additional info about Brian Faulkner's Public TV Writing & Narration HERE..
Our State TV is produced by PBS Carolina in partnership with Our State magazine.
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Business Videos:This "explainer" video was produced for a client in Oklahoma who wanted to cut through the online clutter and communicate the enduring value of their line of American designed and built industrial enclosures. Brian Faulkner wrote the script based on a single phone interview with the company president and also provided narration.
The process was simple, efficient and productive. |
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Personal Videos:The Cross & Chisel is an example of a personal video imagined by a retired pastor/woodworker who wanted to present Christ's redemptive message on a more casual basis after leaving full-time ministry. Brian Faulkner helped him bring his vision to life.
To view five additional Cross & Chisel episodes and an introduction to the series, cut and paste this link into your browser: https://youtu.be/3XelVL9x2Oc?si=CNWtnagP8px6y_nZ |
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Civic & Non-Profit Videos:A North Carolina mountain town known for its many tourist attractions needed a YouTube video that packed its many amenities into a short, compelling viewing experience. Video producer Kyle Grove called on Brian Faulkner to write and narrate, and the video went right to work attracting visitors to this delightful community.
Take a few minutes and enjoy Blowing Rock for yourself!. |
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Church Videos:Church videos often are used to fundraise for a new building, sanctuary renovation or some other project. In this case, First Presbyterian Church of Boone (N.C.) sought to reveal the saving grace of Christ at work within their community and thus attract more members.
Brian Faulkner wrote the script and narrated. Kyle Grove was producer, videographer and editor. |