Fixing the Future: Creating Local Jobs and Building Prosperity (2010) (trailer)

Host David Brancaccio tackles one of the toughest challenges facing Americans today: How does our country create jobs that pay well and build prosperity? Brancaccio travels across America uncovering innovative community and small business projects pioneered by inspirational personalities.

Want to host a screening of this film?

If your city is not listed on our screening list, and you’re interested in bringing Fixing the Future to your local theater, contact [email protected] and [email protected].

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A number of resources appear below that will help Fixing the Future hosts successfully plan and promote local screenings. These include timelines, checklists, customizable templates and social media tips.

HOST MATERIALS

Screening Toolkit: Initially created for local organizations hosting a theatrical screening of the film, the Fixing the Future Screening Toolkit is a great resource for a group or individual in any setting interested in viewing the film, starting a discussion and presenting a call-to-action to improve local economies.

Countdown: 4 weeks before your screening event

Artwork

• Logos, Banners & Images
• Images

Social Media: Tips and Sample Messages; Facebook Event Tutorial and Template

Call-to-Action:Worksheet

Countdown: 2 weeks before your screening event

• Flyer Template
• Press Release Template
• Local Promo Email

Checklist: Grassroots Marketing

Countdown: Tips for night of screening event
Use the documents below at your screening event:

• Sign-up Sheet Template: The Fixing the Future screening will be a great opportunity for your organization to collect names and e-mail addresses to continue the conversation and to grow your base.
• Photo Release Form
• Photo Release “Notice to All Attendees” Sign: Display at entrance to movie theater.
• New Economy Reading List (audience handout); On a display table, provide materials about your own organizations and programs as well, on a display table (coordinate with theater for table)