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DVD & Broadcast Distribution
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SAMPLE: DVD DISTRIBUTION CONTRACT
Wonder about all the legalese you'll be faced with when a distributor hands you a contract? This sample contract between a producer and DVD distributor gives a birdseye view of deal terms, deliverables and more. . . .
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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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"Why DVD Isn't Dead": An Expert Series Seminar with Filmmaker-Turned-Distributor Jonathan Morken of Apprehensive Films
Filmmaker-turned-distributor Jonathan Morken is a firm believer that DVD is not dead and filmmakers can still do well in retail distribution. In this expert series interview Jonathan discusses how filmmakers can make a lucrative revenue stream with DVD, which genres do the best on DVD and why, where more revenue comes from - direct sales vs. retail distribution, the realistic estimates for DVD in today's marketplace and how long it takes to earn revenue, VOD revenue vs. DVD revenue and much more! . . .
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Seminar: "DVD Distribution: Going Direct to Retail" with Jason Morris, Digital Shadow Films
Filmmaker turned distributor Jason Morris, who specializes in distributing indie films directly to retail outlets, discusses the options that exist for indies in retail, the realities of indies and big box retailers, getting onto online rental platforms such as Netflix, indie films and the mom-and-pop stores, working with wholesalers, the "magic" ingredient - advertising, and much more! . . .
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Pitching Your Factual Idea To Worldwide Networks
In this seminar we discuss the ins-and-outs of pitching your factual programming idea to worldwide networks: from finding the right territories and networks for your projects, to approaching commissioning editors to presenting your pitch. . . .
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Audio Seminar: The International Marketplace for Docs
Tim Sparke, Director, of UK-based international distributor, Mercury Media, discusses the international marketplace for documentaries, sales opportunities for docs (including who's buying right now) as well as the marketplace for theatrical documentaries in the UK and online distribution opportunities. Plus, why he thinks the market for docs will grow greatly in the next several years. . . .
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DVD ECONOMICS: A Breakdown of Traditional U.S. DVD Distribution
When considering how much you will budget for a project, whether it be for a a straight-to-DVD project like a fitness video or a narrative feature film, it's crucial to have an understanding of the economics of DVD distribution the costs involved and its affect on filmmakers. . . .
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VIDEO TUTORIAL: Hybrid DVD Distribution
Filmmaker-friendly and combining the best of traditional and self-distribution, the hybrid model is definitely the future of DVD distribution. Here we take a look at how the hybrid model works, what it entails, why it's a great model for filmmakers, and what you'll need to do to make the most of it. . . .
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Brian Stevenson, Exec. VP, Acquisitions, All Channel Films
One of the biggest profit centers for independent films is U.S. broadcast pay and basic cable networks and Pay-Per-View outlets. However, these distribution outlets seem to elude most filmmakers. Brian Stevenson, Exec. VP, Acquisitions, All Channel Films and an expert on US broadcast and PPV distribution for independent films discusses the current landscape for distributing independent films on PPV and cable platforms, as well as the who's indie-friendly (and who's not) and just what cable and PPV buyers are looking for. . . .
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DVD Deals: The Usual & Customary
We take a look at the usual and customary for DVD releases with a focus on the U.S. We summarize the most typical deal terms so you can understand what you might be offered and give you insight into if you're being offered a good deal or a raw deal. . . .
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Solutions For Micro-Budget Films: Where to Go, What to Do
An issue that seems to come up again and again with filmmakers is how to handle the distribution of micro-budget genre films (films with budgets of $100K or less). With the lion's share of distributors and sales agents seeking out only major festival-winners and films with A-list talent attached, what is the little guy to do . . .
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Sample Sales Agent Expense Report: DVD Sales
A lot of expenses go into distributing a film? But how are those expenses reported to filmmakers? How often do you get those reports? We take a look at an sample distribution expenses report from a sales agent to filmmaker for DVD deals. And we've included a companion audio tutorial to help you understand it fully. . . .
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DOWNLOAD: Sample Foreign Broadcast Agreement
So what will a filmmaker be faced with when signing a non-U.S. Boradcast Agreement? This sample Foreign Broadcast Agreement shows filmmakers what they might be asked to sign by a non-U.S. broadcaster, and lays out what a broadcaster will require of the filmmaker. . . .
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Foreign Broadcast Agreements: The Usual & Customary
So what are the normal terms a non-U.S. broadcaster will ask for in a locensing agreement? What do filmmakers need to be looking for and what do they need to know about before they sign on the dotted line? We'll take a look. . . .
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