Joan Montreuil is an award-winning filmmaker, screenwriter, director, author, educator, and film production coach with over 27 years of experience in storytelling across stage, screen, and print. As the founder of The Newbie Film Academy, Brilliant Women in Film, and Wisdom Production, LLC, and as the Director of The Newbie Film Festival, Joan has dedicated her career to empowering new and emerging creatives—guiding them from concept to completion with clarity, strategy, and artistic excellence.
Her diverse body of work spans feature films, stage productions, documentaries, and published books, each marked by her signature blend of compelling narratives, strong visual storytelling, and meaningful cultural impact.
Joan’s industry expertise extends beyond the creative process into the business of filmmaking, offering practical insight on funding, budgeting, production planning, and distribution.
Known for her ability to inspire and equip others, Joan has taught and mentored hundreds of filmmakers, writers, and directors, helping them navigate the challenges of the industry while staying true to their unique vision. Whether behind the camera, at the writer’s desk, leading a class, or curating a festival program, her mission is simple yet profound—to tell powerful stories and help others tell theirs.
Biography
Known for her ability to inspire and equip others, Joan has taught and mentored hundreds of filmmakers, writers, and directors, helping them navigate the challenges of the industry while staying true to their unique vision. Whether behind the camera, at the writer’s desk, leading a class, or curating a festival program, her mission is simple yet profound—to tell powerful stories and help others tell theirs.