Managing a film budget is one of the most important — and often misunderstood — responsibilities on any production. As a line producer, you’re not just crunching numbers; you’re translating a creative vision into a practical, financially executable plan. From pre-production through post, your ability to manage costs while supporting the director’s vision determines not only whether your project stays on track, but whether it actually gets finished. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to think like a line producer who can balance the art and the math — so every dollar spent shows up on screen.
Leading this webinar is Michael Wormser, a “Go-To Producer” recognized by Produced By Magazine and co-founder of Cinemand Films. You’ll gain a complete roadmap for managing your production budget from prep through post. You’ll learn how to transition from estimates to actuals, build fair rate structures, collaborate effectively with department heads, and reallocate funds strategically when the unexpected happens. Plus, you’ll walk away with a sample production budget handout you can use on your next project. By the end, you’ll not only understand the mechanics of budgeting — you’ll know how to make every dollar serve your story.
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I am so excited for this webinar today, thank your for sharing James Lagrimas :))
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Thank you to Michael for such a wonderful webinar :) Sandra thanks for moderating! Hope everyone who attended enjoyed the webinar!
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It was a great webinar, Sydney S, and Michael was really good. Happy to moderate, and I think everyone enjoyed it. Thank you, James Lagrimas for your support.
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Thanks again for having me! Great to meet you, Sandra, and thanks to everyone who joined. Great times!
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Sandra, thank you for moderating so smoothly! Michael’s webinar was wonderful, and your support really helped make it such a positive experience for everyone. It’s awesome to see the community engaging and learning together! Thank you James Lagrimas as well :)
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Michael, thank you so much for leading such a fantastic webinar! It was great to have you with us, and your insights really resonated with everyone who joined. Loved seeing the energy and expertise you brought — hope to have you back again soon in early 2026 :)
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It was a pleasure, Michael Wormser, and I really enjoyed it. All the best for your new project!
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Thank you, Sydney S. I enjoyed this webinar, and it's a useful drive for anyone who wants to dive in as a line producer and work out their budget. Michael Wormser, has an amazing experience, and we are lucky to have him. Thank you for trusting in me.