First Frame celebrates the journey of Canadian and Indigenous Content Creators. Whether you’re just starting out or looking for fresh perspectives, co-hosts Cameron Zinger and Jennifer Park bring you inspiring stories, actionable tips, and candid conversations with both emerging creators and established creative leaders, to help you on your own content creation journey. From securing funding to navigating burnout, First Frame tackles the real challenges creators face, offering a roadmap to success that’s as unique as their creative visions. Whether you’re scripting your first short film or getting ready to go viral on YouTube, this show is for you.
First Frame
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First Frame celebrates the journey of Canadian and Indigenous Content Creators. Whether you’re just starting out or looking for fresh perspectives, co-hosts Cameron Zinger and Jennifer Park bring you inspiring stories, actionable tips, and candid conversations with both emerging creators and established creative leaders, to help you on your own content creation journey. From securing funding to navigating burnout, First Frame tackles the real challenges creators face, offering a roadmap to success that’s as unique as their creative visions. Whether you’re scripting your first short film or getting ready to go viral on YouTube, this show is for you.
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Recent Episodes
July 28, 2026
How Do I Make Media that Actually Matters?
<p><span style="background-color: transparent;">What does it really mean to make media that matters? And how can creators move beyond views and clicks to create stories that spark real-world change?</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">On this episode of First Frame, hosts Jennifer Park and Cameron Zinger are joined by Sue Biely, the Executive Director of Story Money Impact, to explore the power of impact-driven storytelling. From documentary films to short-form content, Sue breaks down how creators can design work that doesn’t just inform audiences, but invites them into a deeper conversation that potentially leads to empathy and action. Sue also explains how intention, structure, and design can be the difference between a story that simply raises awareness or actually catalyzes change. The conversation also covers the responsibility creators carry when tackling complex social and environmental issues, and why authenticity and community engagement are essential to meaningful impact.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Resources: </span></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.storymoneyimpact.com/" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Story Money Impact</a></li><li><a href="https://impactguide.org/" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Impact Field Guide</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent;">Timecodes:</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(3:09) - What is Money Story Impact?</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(3:53) - What does "media that matters" mean?</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(5:16) - Why making media matters is important in Canada</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(7:05) - Impact content vs. educational storytelling</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(8:47) - What makes content create social change?</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(12:40) - Common mistakes when tackling social and environmental issues</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(17:43) - What's in your content creator toolkit?</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(18:46) - When creators should start designing for impact</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(24:20) - How to create impactful content without becoming propaganda</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(31:16) - Resources for creators who want to make media that matters</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(33:00) - Final reflections for creators and storytellers</span></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
July 14, 2026
How Do I Become a Great Interviewer?
<p><span style="background-color: transparent;">What separates a forgettable interview from a truly great conversation? Is it preparation, confidence, charisma, or something deeper?</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">On this episode of First Frame, hosts Jennifer Park and Cameron Zinger sit down with veteran broadcaster and podcaster Tamara Taggart to unpack the art of the interview. Drawing on nearly 30 years in radio and television, Tamara shares practical advice for creators who are looking to build stronger conversations on camera, on mic, or in the field. From handling unexpected answers and difficult guests to balancing preparation with authenticity, this conversation unpacks how curiosity and active listening can transform an interview from a scripted Q&A into something genuinely compelling. Whether you’re producing documentaries, hosting a podcast, or creating YouTube content, this conversation is packed with insights to help you ask better questions and get better stories in return.</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent;">Timecodes:</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(4:23) - What makes a great interview?</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(6:42) - How to prepare for an interview</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(10:06) - Adapting your interview style for different formats</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(13:09) - Interviewing someone you look up to</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(14:36) - The #1 interviewing mistake hosts make</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(18:33) - Setting expectations with guests before an interview</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(19:59) - How to stop a guest who won't stop talking</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(22:59) - Reducing bias in interviews</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(25:21) - Can you be too prepared for an interview?</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(28:16) - Final takeaways for creators</span></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
June 30, 2026
How Do I Legally Protect My Work?
<p><span style="background-color: transparent;">What happens if your idea gets copied before you’ve had a chance to bring it to life? Do you actually “own” your work the moment you create it? And when does sharing your project turn from a collaboration into a risky proposition?</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">On this episode of First Frame, hosts Jennifer Park and Cameron Zinger sit down with entertainment lawyer Mark Edwards, Managing Partner at Edwards Creative Law, to unpack the legal realities every creator eventually runs into whether they’re ready or not. From copyright fundamentals and the myths around “mailing it to yourself,” to the difference between legal and moral rights, Mark breaks down how ownership and protection actually work in practice. Their conversation also covers fair dealing, the role of option agreements, and some common contractual red flags that can quietly reshape a deal in ways creators don’t expect. Mark also shares what happens when disputes do arise, and why documentation is often the difference between resolution and escalation when things go sideways.</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent;">Timecodes:</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(1:57) What is Edwards Creative Law?</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(2:36) What is copyright, and what are the biggest misconceptions surrounding it?</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(6:19) Legal rights vs. moral rights in copyright law</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(9:35) Fair dealing/Fair use: how and when it comes into play</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(11:49) Real examples of creators getting into legal trouble</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(13:17) Legal resources every creator should have in their toolkit</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(14:08) The first legal things to consider when starting a production</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(18:04) Options agreements explained, and the role they play in a project</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(20:25) The number one contract red flag all creators should watch out for</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(22:34) Breaking down the dispute resolution process</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(24:45) When should a creator call in lawyers?</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">(27:04) Final takeaways for creators</span></p>
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