EU TV Commissioners at the Iberseries conference shed some insights on what they are looking for in today's market. This can give an idea of what the industry landscape is looking like and provides some interesting insights on genres, IP, etc.
https://variety.com/2024/tv/global/european-commissioners-iberseries-panel-1236162292/Financing / Crowdfunding
From all facets of a traditional raise to soft money to crowdfunding strategies, this is the place to discuss, share content and offer tips and advice regarding raising funds for a project.
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6 months ago
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6 months ago
Jack Binder
- 6 months ago
Very good insight: With Majors slowing output, that's more opportunity for indie film! Yes!!
Ask Me Anything (AMA) Wednesday 10/9 to Thursday 10/10 - Alternative Funds To Help Finance Your Film
Rick Davis, Managing Partner of LOHAS, will answer questions related to his recent Stage 32 webinar (https://www.stage32.com/education/products/alternative-fundraising-strat...) regarding alternative fundraising strategies for producers, with a focus on soliciting donor-advised funds, foundation gra...
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Rick Davis
- 6 months ago
Geoff, you should definitely watch my Stage 32 webinar, and as noted in that webinar and the downloadable brochure link I shared in my previous answer, as soon as you have donors or grantors that woul...
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Rick Davis
- 6 months ago
Thank you everyone for all of your questions. I hope the answers I provided and the links I shared were helpful, and I hope LOHAS has an opportunity to support your social impact entertainment productions in the future.
Maurice Vaughan
- 6 months ago
Thanks again for having this AMA, Rick Davis! It was very informative!
Jack Binder
- 6 months ago
Great information and presentation Rick! Thank you for enlightening us all on this element of funding!
Keely Kemp
- 6 months ago
Thank you, Rick for taking the time to answer all these questions!
Stage 32 6-Part Film Finance Lab: Advanced Guide to Film Finance & Profitability with Business Pitch Workshop Taught by Jeanette B. Milio
I want to make sure everyone in this lounge knows about this upcoming lab!
https://www.stage32.com/education/c/education-labs?h=advanced-guide-to-f......
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Can't wait for the lab to begin! Email edu@stage32.com with any questions about the lab
Jack Binder
- 9 months ago
Fantastic! Great opportunity!
Jeanette B. Milio
- 6 months ago
Thaaaank you!
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6 months ago
Brad Pitt's Plan B Colllaboration with European Production Partner
In further evidence of the aforementioned trend by @rbwalksintoabar @stage32 and myself, the connection between overseas and US producers continues to solidify. This is creating more opportunity to reach expanding European and international audiences with our projects.
Global streamers are focused o...
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Amanda Toney
- 6 months ago
This is such an awesome share Jack, it’s undeniable all of the opportunity globally. I recommend people getting out of the echo chamber that it’s doom and gloom in the US and look elsewhere. Film and TV are thriving!
Jack Binder
- 6 months ago
Thank you Amanda Toney! Absolutely. Opportunity abounds. 20% down means 80% up!
A Roadmap for Filmmakers: Are You Financing Ready?
Keely Kemp shares the key components for getting funded in today’s blog! A pitch deck, accurate budgeting, and more.
www.stage32.com/blog/a-roadmap-for-filmmakers-are-you-financing-ready-3875...
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Keely Kemp
- 6 months ago
Thanks for sharing, Maurice!
Maurice Vaughan
- 6 months ago
You're welcome, Keely Kemp. It's definitely recommend filmmakers read this blog!
I don’t know where to start?
Hi guys,
I’ve written a feature film. Alongside this I’ve created a pitch deck and numerous pre-visualisation a samples from the film.
I feel like I now have enough content to start looking for finance but have no idea where to start. I’m based in the UK. I’ve looked at the BFI funding but there seem...
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Maurice Vaughan
- 6 months ago
You're welcome, Peter Butler.
Keely Kemp
- 6 months ago
Hello Peter! Congratulations on taking these steps on getting your project this far. As an EP, I am often approached by projects that aren't fully ready to be financed so if you have that initial meet...
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Peter Butler
- 6 months ago
Thank you Keely I’ll check it out now
Peter Butler
- 6 months ago
Great blog post Keely, although I have to say it makes it feel even more overwhelming for me :). Good to have a check list of things I need to do though. Thank you.
Jack Binder
- 6 months ago
Hey Peter, My father taught me that business's fail because they don't focus on the money. Filmmaking is a business. Feel free to check out my website for my answer to your question. Good luck in filmmaking!
Raffle ticket financing
Hello everyone, I have secured fiscal sponsorship for a cause that allows me to fundraise on projects in a variety of projects including producing film. I have purchased 1,000 raffle tickets being sold at $10 each with the grand prize being a $1,000 Amazon gift card. So far, have gotten good respons...
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Maurice Vaughan
- 6 months ago
Congratulations on securing sponsorship, Ricardo Santiago Soto!
Ricardo Santiago Soto
- 6 months ago
Thank you, Maurice!
Maurice Vaughan
- 6 months ago
You're welcome, Ricardo Santiago Soto.
Getting started
Any ideas on getting funding for a movie/ its a melo DRAMA it doe not need a lot of expensive CGI
Keely Kemp
- 6 months ago
Steve Ruwizhi So, what would be next is to begin to flesh out your team. Find a producer that loves your story and is willing to help propel it forward. Sometimes it takes a team of producers to accom...
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Keely Kemp
- 6 months ago
@Serg St. Felix thank you!
Scott C. Brown
- 6 months ago
Hello Steve,
As a guy that gets people distribution, the easiest way to get funding is to first get distribution. You can also use product placement to do your actual funding on low-budget projects.
Hope this helps.
Steve Ruwizhi
- 6 months ago
or thanks very much mate will look into it
Ashley Renee Smith
- 6 months ago
Fantastic advice, Keely Kemp! Thank you for sharing!
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6 months ago
MK2 Films Sets Slate Financing Deal With IPR.VC
We keep saying to think outside of the US for making films & TV. We have to remember there is an entire world that is still producing film & TV prolifically - https://deadline.com/2024/09/mk2-films-major-slate-financing-deal-with-i......
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Michael Fitzer
- 6 months ago
I have some experience with this. My company’s last film was made in France and I’ve been working to get our next one made in the UK. Lots of tax and visa issues to consider.
Candice Marie
- 6 months ago
Facts! I've been saying this as well, especially for black women. Sure, want the seat at the table. But there's space around the fire, a mat above the ondol, a spot in the circle....
Jack Binder
- 6 months ago
Absolutely! The French are having a banner year of growth in entertainment as local markets seek to compete with the global streamers onshoring. Good to know Amanda Toney!
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6 months ago
BFI Discovery Fund for First Time Directors, UK Based Producer
BFI Discovery Fund is now open, providing up to £1m toward a £3.5m film budget. This is for UK first time director with a UK based producer. Film Finance Plan & Development Plan Deadline December 6.
Details via:
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/british-film-institute_nationallottery-activity-72457239322 Expand post
Keely Kemp
- 6 months ago
Very cool!
Sam Sokolow
- 6 months ago
This is great for UK-based first-time directors. It's great to see that support and opportunity as the global production indusrty continues to grow.
Jack Binder
- 6 months ago
Sam Sokolow Definitely! The UK support for film, filmmakers, uplifting crew base is impressive. They're almost keeping up with @stage32! We need this type of effort in the US to support filmmaking, ci...
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Amanda Toney
- 6 months ago
Awesome share Jack, thank you!
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Interesting push by the creative community!