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Foreign Sales Strategies: A Virtual Seminar
Foreign sales has always been an important component of an overall distribution strategy, but as the once-coveted US deals becomes more and more rare, and as US box office returns decline, foreign sales are absolutely critical. So there's no surprise there's a lot of interest in this area. Along with that comes much confusion though. . . .
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INTRO TO P&A: A Virtual Seminar
In this virtual seminar we discuss Prints & Advertising (aka P&A): when you need it, when to skip it, how to raise funds for P&A (when you're out of money), P&A in the digital age and more! . . .
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AFM Wrap Up: Take-Aways & Trends -- A Virtual Seminar
In this virtual seminar we discuss the take-aways and trends from the 2011 American Film Market® including: what buyers are looking for, what financiers are looking for, the types of deals being made, current budget sweet spots for indies, what filmmakers who attended the market are saying, how filmmakers can take the trends from AFM and use them to move their projects forward in 2012, and much more. . . .
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Last Call for Section 181: A Virtual Seminar with Entertainment Attorney Corky Kessler
Section 181 is due to sunset at the end of 2011. And the word is...it's not getting renewed. So for now it looks like 2011 is the last chance to take advantage of Section 181, the 'runaway production' incentive. If you've been waiting to move on this, you cannot afford to wait any longer. Entertainment Attorney Corky Kessler joins us for this virtual seminar to let filmmakers know how to take advantage of Section 1818 before it sunsets. . . .
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DVD Distribution For Narratives and Docs: A Virtual Seminar
DVD distribution used to be the main revenue source for independent films. While it's true DVD sales have declined in recent years, DVD is still a significant source of revenue for indies. In fact, it's still the biggest source of revenue. In this virtual seminar we discuss DVD distribution for narratives and docs. . . .
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THEATRICAL DISTRIBUTION: From DIY to the Mini-Majors -- A Virtual Seminar
After everything that's been written and spoken about ad nauseam, Theatrical Distribution is still an elusive mystery to most producers. In this virtual seminar we demystify Theatrical Distribution. We talk costs, revenue, rewards, benefits, advantages, and disadvantages and get to the bottom of this elusive topic and figure out if it's right for you and your film! . . .
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Distributing Your Film the Right Way (And In The Right Order!): A Virtual Seminar
So there are tons of options for distributing your film. But how do you make sense of them all? It's a huge issue facing filmmakers. What's the deal with domestic vs. international? Should you split your rights or not? Where do you carve out rights for yourself and when can you do this? Where do festivals fit into the mix? Is DVD, TV, VOD first second or third? Does premiering on one platform 'ruin' deal possibilities for the other platforms? In this virtual seminar with Film Specific founder Stacey Parks we discuss these issues to help filmmakers get on track about how they can make use of these distribution opportunities most effectively. . . .
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Grow Your Audience, Sustain Your Career -- A Virtual Seminar
Filmmakers often underestimate the power of the audience and fail to realize that a filmmaker's audience can be their biggest asset. Savvy filmmakers are reaching out and engaging their audience, building a powerful community of loyal followers not just for their current films, but their future films as well. In this virtual seminar, we explore he practical tools for engaging and building your audience, how you can leverage a solid fan base to inspire confidence in your projects and get better deals, how growing your audience gives you tremendous freedom is getting your projects out into the marketplace and we'll take a look at the filmmakers to are successfully engaging and growing their audiences. . . .
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Utilizing Distribution 2.0: Getting the Most Mileage Out of Your Projects -- A Virtual Seminar
Never before have there been so many diverse distribution opportunities for independent films. While some of the more traditional distribution platforms are not yielding the results of years past, others are springing up to supplement. With so many options for distributing their films, many filmmakers are overwhelmed by the sheer possibilities and making the right choices for their films. In this virtual seminar, we explore how to use all the distribution options available currently to create a true 2.0 distribution plan that utilizes the most viable traditional and alternative methods for maximizing your film's potential and reach in the marketplace. . . .
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Packaging Your Project: Tips, Tricks, & How-to's -- A Virtual Seminar
A vast majority of filmmakers have no concept of how to package their films and many don't even know what a film package is and why it matters. Ignoring this can come back to bite you later. And for those who have a package, rarely is it one that is relevant in the marketplace. You work hard to put together what you think is a great package of elements for your film -- only for it to do you absolutely no good cause sales agents, distributors and audiences don't care. In this virtual seminar we discuss packaging your independent film. . . .
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Establishing Realistic Revenue Projections For Your Film: A Virtual Seminar
Most filmmakers approach making their films with a 'build it and they will come mentality.' And they raise money with this mentality as well -- raising money with a lack of understanding of how much revenue films are earning in the marketplace. They underestimate (or don't even consider) how important it is to research and understand realistic revenue projections for their films so they can back into their films budget and raise funds. Not only is this approach responsible fundraising but it can also exponentially increase the chances of your investors seeing a return on their investment (and potentially investing in a future project). . . .
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Knowing Your Goals For Your Film & Establishing A Plan to Get You There: A Virtual Seminar
Many filmmakers embark on the long journey of making a film with no concept of what their goals are for their project. Or if they do have goals, they are rarely realistic...for the film they're making. This is a crucial part of the equation most filmmakers ignore at their peril. In this virtual seminar, we look at the importance of knowing your goals for your film BEFORE you start shoot ing and then how to set about creating a plan to get you where you want to go. Knowing this at the very beginning will inform every aspect of the film you make and how you make it. . . .
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