Financing / Crowdfunding

Film tax credits and film tax incentives (aka production incentives) tend to be one of the most misunderstood concepts in filmmaking. While commonly understood as free money for productions, monetizing, accessing, and the benefits remain controversial.

When relying on production incentives for film f...

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Stage 32 is excited to welcome back Jeanette B. Milio! If you're considering producing your next (or first) project but are struggling to find the money or to understand the legal and financial steps that are necessary to take, this class is perfect for you.

Not only will you learn the entire film fi...

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Not only will you learn the entire film finance process and gain tips and strategies you can directly apply to your own project, you will also receive a variety of resources to help you on your way, PLUS work one-on-one with accomplished producer and financier Jeanette Milio, one of our most popular instructors!

Jeanette Milio has been involved in the production of 500 plus hours of content of film and television for over twenty-five years across three continents, pulling in a total production value of over $250 million with Academy Award® winning talent in front of and behind the camera. Throughout her career, Jeanette was involved in financing over 45 film and television projects for HBO, Showtime, ABC, USA Network, Disney, Lionsgate, Sony Pictures, Warner Bros., and others. Jeanette also managed a media fund for Far East National Bank, which funded 40 film and television projects, which led to her structuring her own media fund that financed theatrical features with a production volume of $60 million.

Jeanette’s decades working and finding success in the film industry has given her a unique and unrivaled perspective of how to finance film content and make a profit.

Along the way you'll be able to stay in touch with Jeanette via email throughout the course. Jeanette will even conclude the class with an invaluable practice business pitch workshop where everyone can pitch to the class as if they were pitching to a potential investor and get personalized notes and suggestions afterwards.

Email edu@stage32.com with any questions!

Sam Sokolow

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Meg LaFauve is amazing - this is must attend - flagging this for my network.

Ashley Renee Smith

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4 weeks ago

Thanks for helping to get the word out, Jack Binder!

Shaun Kolich

Good read. I never gave it much thought. I know it sounds bad. For me I see the movie in my head as I write. So I guess in many ways my imagination acts as you do in the movie :)

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- Ashley Renee Smith
- Maurice Vaughan
4 weeks ago

I am in awe of Cinematographers and the artistry they bring to the table on a film. I am super excited for this AMA. Thanks for sharing, Jack Binder!

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- Jack Binder
- Maurice Vaughan
1 month ago

Awesome share, Jack Binder! Thank you for letting us know!

Jack Binder

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- Maurice Vaughan
4 weeks ago

My pleasure Ashley Renee Smith - looks like a very good opportunity for someone making the journey or local.

Sydney Summers

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- Jack Binder
- Maurice Vaughan
4 weeks ago

Thanks for sharing, this is awesome!

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- Benjamin Elliott
- Maurice Vaughan
1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Maurice! I’m excited for the month ahead and all the great educational opportunities. If you have any questions about our upcoming programs, feel free to email us at edu@stage32.com

Maurice Vaughan

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- Sydney Summers
- Benjamin Elliott
1 month ago

You're welcome, Sydney Summers.

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- Sydney Summers
- Maurice Vaughan
1 month ago

More incredibly opportunities taught by working pros!

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- Maurice Vaughan
1 month ago

Couldn't agree more Jack!

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1 month ago

I recommend this Stage 32 webinar on how to fund your documentary by partnering with brands. Deborah is an amazing resource. Here’s a list so you can check it out: https://www.stage32.com/education/se...

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- Thomas McShane
- Maurice Vaughan
1 month ago

Great advice Sam Sokolow - as with a previous post, start with the subject and dive into those whom would benefit, appreciate, support the story/concept/cause/subject. Obviously grants in this area, h...

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- Dan MaxXx
- Maurice Vaughan
1 month ago

It does seem that as the majors cut back there is more opportunity for breakout indie films to gain traction in a market hungry for movies and television programming.

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Mike Boas

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- Isaiah Deshaun Harrison
- Maurice Vaughan
1 month ago

First, I am not a lawyer or accountant. But I have two businesses, one a DBA, the other an LLC.

Ask yourself if you need an LLC or would just a DBA do?

Two advantages of an LLC:

1) You can have partners...

Isaiah Deshaun Harrison

Thanks! Can run down to me more about what a DBA is and what makes it different than a LLC?

Joseph Johnson

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I formed (3) LLC's in the State of Texas. I used Rocket Lawyer. An LLC was approximately $300 to file. I also paid for Registered Agent Fees which was $111. They assisted with the EIN number. And I opened up my own bank account.

Amanda Toney

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If you’re looking to save money on creating an LLC, I would recommend Legal Zoom as a resource.

DBA vs LLC:

https://www.forbes.com/advisor/business/dba-vs-llc/

Thanks, Jack Binder. And if anyone wants to get a great education in tax incentives and learn how to best work with them, I recommend Stage 32's Certification course on Tax Incentive Management taught...

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- Jeanette B. Milio
- Maurice Vaughan
3 months ago

So happy to hear Jeanette!

Jeanette B. Milio

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If anyone wants to join us - they can still do that. I’d be happy to share the recording for Session 1 so they can catch up and meet us for session 2: Sign up here: https://www.stage32.com/education/c...

You guys are too kind. Jack - happy to help you in any way :). Just email / message me direct.

We had six great sessions and today is our last day. We all spend a wonderful 6-weeks together, and I'm already planning the next level up class with Sydney :)

Thank you all for an amazing lab experience! Jeanette, your guidance over these past six weeks has been invaluable. I’ve just reached out to the group about the upcoming Level Two lab. If you're inter...

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