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Hello everyone. If someone, in this case myself were to ask you "Who would you refer or suggest to assist in securing funding for your film" What would your suggestions or recommendations be?
For context: As an entertainment publicist, I have three clients with amazing film projects, each in either D...
Expand postHi Donna, what type of financing are they looking for? Getting financing for development is a tough call - I wouldn't take on anything in this stage unless I can verify several things (producers or wr...
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With a complete script I'm starting to pursue sponsors and have a solid pitch. With no production company behind the project yet, I'm not so sure that when money is committed how it's collected, where does it sit...an escrow account? Or do I ask for a promissory note until full financing is secured...
Expand postWith a complete authentic riveting pulse pounding Drama series called THE INCISIVE: A Coincidence. S1, 10 Episodes ready to go, i'm in the same situation as you. I'm interested in hearing from that have navigated this phase successfully before. Thanks
First question... how have you protected your script? What is the ownership structure for the asset you're asking people to invest in. Start here I think Dan. Either you are selling your script to a p...
Expand commentEmma, I have the script registered with WGA. Not looking to produce myself but sell it to a production company and work with them to bring sponsors to the table from my connections in developing the s...
Expand commentDefinitely copyright with the US Library of Congress. To answer your question, a Letter of Intent (LOI) would be helpful from interested parties. This helps other potential investors to know they are...
Expand commentHas anyone here had success raising money via grants? I'm curious if that's a viable or common method. If you have received grant money, how did it factor into you getting your production fully funded?
Hi Tucker, for sure grants are an important consideration. They form part of the 'soft money' category within your finance plan. There are great resources available to search online for grants offerin...
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A big part of achieving your film finance objectives is keeping an eye on the current market. Knowing what distributors, financiers, producers, streamers, etc are buying, selling, and producing gives you insights on how your project might fit into the film and tv production and distribution landscap...
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I am struggling to find paperwork for investors. I'm after an agreement between the production company and a private investor. Can anyone share a template please?
Many thanks
Al
Dori Zavala, JD spot on, Dori. Always consult with a lawyer and protect your interests and give clarity to the investor as to what they will receive by way of ROI.
Have never used ChatGPT but surprisingly this agreement seems very reasonable! However as others have said, I know the SEC rules in the US are very stringent so I think I'd take advice. If it all goes wrong, can you sue ChatGPT??!!
To Dori & Geoff, please scroll to the bottom of the generated boiler plate agreement and read the "Please Note" section.
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Expand postYet another example of why the word "business" is twice as long as the word "show". Awesome share, Ashley Renee Smith!
I am in the pre-production, find the money part of my first film's journey. I would like to know where can I find good investors for theatrical release films? What is everyone's success rate with investors? Also, product placement... Has anyone here done any product placement? any advice? does it he...
Expand postNever made the big screen; as far as investors, ask friends & family or hang out at places like art auctions, collector car sales, charity funds- ppl with deep hobby pockets & big egos. Or fund the ol...
Expand commentProduct placement is extremely tough for indie films because the brands are concerned primarily with the number of eyeballs on the film. So unless you have stars and a solid distribution plan, it's go...
Expand commentI will say it a hundred times - sometimes going for the BIG money is necessary but don’t leave the smaller money that you can get through product integration - laying on the ground! Engage local brand...
Expand commentHeard a great podcast interview a few years ago on Just Shoot It with Jonny Price of WeFunder. He had a lot of amazing insights on crowdfunding and how to use platforms like his for funding via crowd...
Expand commentWhen financing a film, what do you think is the difficult part?
All of it? LOL Making enough of a contingency to make sure you don't go over budget is tricky. You can do all your homework to get the number right BEFORE securing financing, but details can change be...
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Expand postThey reached out to me about a script of mine so I’m doing some diligence
Had my first meeting with EXILE and Alexi is reading the script over the next 7 days wherein he will tell me if he wants to go forward. Then it’s attaching talent, Director.
I have lined up a pitch deck expert and a upm for a budget.
They regularly reach out to a broad range of creatives to sell their services - and charge a fee for getting involved in your project - so beware.
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Thanks for sharing, Jack Binder! It's going to be a great one!