The new year is an exciting time as you dream of all the new projects you'll be working on! But this year isn't really over until April 15th, when you've entirely completed the previous year's taxes. Get ahead of the headaches and make a strategy now with the help of entertainment CPAs.

Personal taxes, corporate taxes, and loan out company returns. All of these tax returns are necessary for creatives, and they all tie together. Not to mention that what you can right off changes every year. You never want to pay more than you should, but do you know everything you can deduct?

Whether you're looking back at the last year or looking at projects coming up, this webinar will get you organized and ready to tackle your taxes!

Kristy Clabaugh and John Thomas are Certified Public Accountants and founders of Element CPA, an entertainment and creative-focused accounting firm. They know the ins and outs of production accounting, having provided over 20 years of experience in accounting, tax, and advisory services on both above and below-the-line areas of film, television, animation, and music sectors. Kristy also serves on the executive board of directors as Treasurer for both the Georgia Production Partnership and Women in Film & Television Atlanta. The duo will answer your questions so that you can apply this priceless knowledge to your projects and companies.

Don't have the chance to watch this exclusive webinar live? Or do you want to be able to return to this fantastic information? You'll have access to this webinar for a whole year and can return to it again and again.

Don't waste your valuable time making redundant spreadsheets, digging through unnecessary receipts, and stressing yourself out. Learn from some of the best in this webinar and walk away clear on what you need to do, what you don't, and ready to make tax time a breeze!

PRAISE FOR JOHN'S TEACHINGS:

"This is the holy grail! John and Kristy are so knowledgeable about so many things with the business side of the film!" They made this part of the process actually fun!"

- Wade N.

"All I can say is wow. I have seen the light and now feel beyond comfortable putting together my next film."

- Jennifer L.

• The 3 kinds of returns and what you will need for each
  • Personal Tax return
  • Loan Out Company Return
  • Corporate Tax Return
  • How they all “tie” together
• Breaking down what you “really” need
  • What is deductible
  • What should you be tracking
  • The best ways to track expenses
  • Important dates to remember
• Tips to save time and money
  • Choose the right tax preparer and accountant for YOU
  • Things you can do yourself and what should be done by a professional
  • Common mistakes or mishaps and how to avoid these
  • Ways to get and keep your finances organized
• Q&A with John

All levels of directors (advanced, intermediate and beginner) looking to learn how to be organized and ready to tackle your taxes.

All levels of writers (advanced, intermediate and beginner) looking to learn how to be organized and ready to tackle your taxes.

Producers looking to learn how to be organized and ready to tackle your taxes.

Actors looking to learn how to be organized and ready to tackle your taxes.

"This is the holy grail! John and Kristy are so knowledgeable about so many things with the business side of the film!" They made this part of the process actually fun!"

- Wade N.

"All I can say is wow. I have seen the light and now feel beyond comfortable putting together my next film."

- Jennifer L.

"I have a Bookkeeping Business specializing in the Entertainment Industry so I'm not the ideal audience for this webinar and didn't get my question answered but I love that Kristy and John are doing this! I see SO many Prod Cos and Crew Members who are so good at their craft but need help with the business/finance/tax end and and it's great that they are lending their expertise!"

-Kim I.

"They were extremely knowledgeable and gave great information."

-Patrice D.