Once I finished my first documentary I gathered a list of about 50 distributors and went ahead and contacted all of them. Some would accept my screener and some won't and some won't let me speak to anyone past the secretary.
I decided to hire Stacey and in a week she provided me with a marketing plan, and five contacts at five pre-qualified distribution firms. I called them and sent the screener. IN A WEEK 4 out of five showed an interest in aquiring the show and they even made me offers. While it was a worthwhile experience trying the 'distributor world' on my own for the first time, I wouldnt do that again. Stacy can save a film maker valuable time and money, and avoidance of a very frustrating process..."
-Mitch Anderson, Filmmaker, The World Without US
To begin the journey of Independent Film maker, one chooses the road less travelled. Stacey Parks is an experienced and invaluable guide."
-Peter Matthews, Director/Producer, Oil on Water
"I'm an independent producer working on television shows primarily for PBS, A&E and ION. We have been producing educational and self-help programming for about 15 years and had built up a respectable library over that time. I know the broadcast services we have worked with very well but because I had no idea how to approach the home video market, I asked Stacey to consult with us to identify a few distributors who might have interest in our various products.
I was impressed that she actually looked at our products before giving me a list of potential distributors. I contacted several and have now placed several programs - about 40 - with one company and am negotiating on placing an additional 8 with another. Stacey's name was gold with everyone I contacted and saved me an enormous amount of time and frustration trying to get to the right person to place our products. We will continue to use Stacey's services in the future and I recommend her if you are a newbie to this world."
-Anthony Tiano, CEO, Santa Fe Productions
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Distribution Plan: Post Production/Finished Film
Why a distribution plan? A clear, solid, realistic distribution strategy provides a blueprint to get your film where you want it to go.
Distribution that makes sense
The film is finished...now what? Without a comprehensive and realistic distribution plan for how to get your film in front of distributors, or in front of audiences, your film may be destined to collect dust on a shelf. Film Specific distribution plans for finished films gives filmmakers a viable
strategy for getting their films out into the world.
It takes the mystery out of devising a distribution strategy that makes sense for your film and allows you to put your film in front of the
agents, buyers, and audience.
Custom tailored to your individual needs
Every film and filmmaker has unique needs. Distribution strategies are created custom for the films of our clients.
What's in the plan?
I screen and analyze the most favorable strategy for your film's distribution, providing you with a written plan - this includes, but may not be limited to (when applicable), festival strategy, traditional strategy, alternative and hybrid strategy
I curate a list of hand-picked sales agents (or producer's reps) and/or distributors (my personal contacts) who are appropriate for your film,
and personally refer you to the acquisition executive so you have an automatic 'in' and foot in the door to getting your film screened for consideration.
I will guide you through the submissions process, and help you follow up with the best options and offers you receive, so you can get the best deal possible.
All Distribution Strategy clients receive a one-on-one telephone consultation to cover the strategy and to answer any questions.
Pricing starts at $1997 for a custom one-film Distribution Plan. For slates of films or plans with highly complex requirements, please use our Contact Form below or e-mail Stacey@FilmSpecific.com to request an application and receive an individual quote.
Please specify you are inquiring about a distribution plan for a finished film
About Stacey Parks
Stacey Parks is an expert in the area of independent film distribution, with over 13 years experience working with independent film producers. As a Foreign Sales Agent she has secured distribution for hundreds of independent features and programs worldwide. She has sold independent films and programming to HBO, Showtime, Starz, PBS, A&E, BBC, SkyTV, NHK (Japan), RTL (Germany), Canal Plus (France), and countless others.
Her clients films have premiered at Cannes, Sundance, Toronto, Berlin, SXSW, San Sebastian, and other major film festivals. Her clients include Sundance and SXSW award-winning filmmakers and producers who have secured studio and mini-major distribution.
Stacey is the author of 'The Insider's Guide to Independent Film Distribution" (2007 Focal Press), the founder of Film Specific, the educational resource and community for independent filmmakers focused on helping independent filmmakers get their works distributed, and she is an adjunct professor in the Entertainment Studies department of UCLA.
Stacey has been profiled and interviewed in MovieMaker Magazine, Student Filmmakers Magazine, The Christian Science Monitor and the Los Angeles Business Journal. She has spoken on numerous panels including the 2008 Cannes Film Festival, the American Film Market, Slamdance and the Alliance of Women Directors, has presented lectures or workshops at the British Film Institute, UCLA, Women In Film, and the Raindance Film Festival, and frequently writes articles for MovieMaker Magazine, MovieScope Magazine, and Student Filmmakers Magazine.
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