Join Stacey Parks, author of The Insider's Guide to Independent Film Distribution and founder of Film Specific for a 4 week Introductory Course on Independent Film Distribution which dissects the distribution landscape.

A solid foundation is crucial to navigating the often tricky world of indie film distribution. This course was designed to provide filmmakers an overview of the distribution landscape and possibilities which exist for their films and a working foundation from which to draw upon.

In the course we will cover:

• Week 1: THE DISTRIBUTION BASICS EVERY FILMMAKER NEEDS TO KNOW

• Week 2: U.S. DISTRIBUTION

• Week 3: FOREIGN DISTRIBUTION

• Week 4: ALTERNATIVE DISTRIBUTION

Class begins on Tuesday, August 12. Each week you will access your lesson modules on-demand and at your own convenience via the Film Specific website. Every Tuesday for four weeks a new lesson will be uploaded to your virtual classroom.

You will have access to the private forum to ask specific questions pertaining to each week's lesson and interact directly with the instructor. Get your questions answered as you go along and at your own pace!

To take part in this course all you need to do is to be a Film Specific member at any membership level. Click here to become a Film Specific member.

Existing members, Access the Dissecting Distribution LESSON ONE here

Questions? See our Dissecting Distribution FAQ's.

All course materials and forums will be accessible only via the Film Specific website and will only be accessible to all current Film Specific members.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Stacey Parks is film distribution expert, with over 13 years experience working with independent film producers. As a Foreign Sales Agent, she secured distribution for hundreds of independent features and programs worldwide. Stacey now specializes in coaching film and television professionals on distribution strategies for their projects, and works with both experienced and beginning writers and producers. She has coached dozens of people who have gotten deals with U.S Studio divisions, large international broadcasters, and worldwide DVD distributors, both one-on-one and through her independent filmmakers community at www.FilmSpecific.com. Her clients' films have premiered at Cannes, Sundance, Toronto, Berlin, SXSW, San Sebastian, and other major film festivals. Stacey is the author of "The Insider's Guide to Independent Film Distribution" (2007 Focal Press) and she is an adjunct professor in the Entertainment Studies department of UCLA. Stacey is a regular contributor to MovieMaker and Student Filmmakers Magazines and has hosted workshops or spoken on panels at the British Film Institute, Slamdance, and the Cannes Film Festival.

"Stacey Parks' extensive experience and knowledge in the area of distribution makes her an invaluable resource for anyone looking for advice or insights into navigating its waters. She is a true expert and someone for whom I have the utmost professional respect and admiration."
Julie Colbert, VP, William Morris Agency

"Anyone contemplating making a movie that will sell should check in with Film Specific. Before you start shooting. AND if you have already made a film, you'd be crazy not to take advantage of Film Specific's wide range of practical street-smart advice and bountiful resources."
Elliot Grove, Founder, Raindance Film Festival, London

"Film Specific is the most valuable tool that I've ever encountered when it comes to getting solid, understandable information about the intricacies of the film business. The site guides you through the complicated maze of issues that all filmmakers encounter on the road to distribution. A must for all filmmakers."
Jim Browne, Argot Pictures

"Before you even shoot, learn about distribution from the inside. Join Filmspecific.com - the first essential to getting your film out there."
James MacGregor, MovieScope Magazine