Video Education

Storytelling is a superpower you can learn.

Speaking from experience.

Do you need a storytelling speaker for your next event?

Would your nonprofit benefit from group training in storytelling? Are you trying to build a video production engine?

Does your organization need some inspiration to guide them out of a creative rut?

Through podcasts, workshops, and conferences, such as The Nonprofit Storytelling Conference, I hope to share what I have learned in serving the nonprofit sector and empower the next generation of storytellers, helping them realize the confidence the lies within.

Previous talks

Nonprofit Storytelling Conference, November 3, 2023

The Future of Nonprofit Video is Human

In a rapidly changing world, we always have to ask ourselves, what does the future hold? What do we want?

Reuben Herzl explains how human-centered content can creates deeper connections between nonprofits and their communities. Reuben shares specific tools and platforms that can be used to to onboard volunteers, train employees, build community and cultivate trust among donors.

Nonprofit Storytelling Conference, November 2, 2023

Creating Powerful Videos for Fundraising Galas

Discover the process behind producing powerful documentary videos for gala fundraisers.  

Learn how to find compelling characters and storylines that will help you reach your fundraising goals and resonate with your donors. Learn how to lean into your constraints and apply this process even if you’re on a limited budget and have to create the video yourself.

Nonprofit Storytelling Conference, November 2, 2021

Compassionate Storytelling

Leveraging a beneficiary's story for fundraising or marketing can feel like exploitation. How might you move forward?

How do you address the inherent imbalance between the nonprofit organization and the individual storyteller? What are the best ways to engage participants throughout the story production process? How might we produce content that respects and acknowledges participants with dignity and empathy?

Nonprofit Storytelling Conference, October 29, 2019

Video Production in your pocket

Use what you have to make more effective videos.

This presentation provides non-filmmakers with a basic understanding of the strategies and tactics behind shooting video content using nothing more than the phone in your pocket. Through multiple live demonstrations, this workshop unpacks the creative process and helps people feel empowered to do more with the tools they already have.

Ready to talk education?

Book 30 minutes with Reuben

Testimonials

Do not hesitate to hire [Reuben] if you are looking for a thought partner... Every meeting with him will be a joy and he will teach you things. He is able to tease out goals if they are unclear. Find pathways if there are roadblocks and make a joke if the meeting is getting boring. I am so happy I had the chance to work with him, and I look forward to more projects with him.”

Roshin Matthew

Marketing and Communications Director, California Community Foundation

FAQs

  • Book an “education call” with me using the calendly scheduling link above. Fill out the questionnaire form. Our call will take place over Zoom. You share your goals and needs with me. I will provide you with a proposal and price.

  • $100,000. Just kidding.

    But in all seriousness, it depends on the goals of the event and the specific audience. For classroom or university settings, I’m willing to work pro bono as long as travel expenses are covered.

  • It depends on the specific podcast and audience. In general, I prefer speaking with nonprofit professionals as well as companies and individuals who work with nonprofits.

  • Still have questions? No problem! Email me at reuben@groundmaking.com