Film Sales and Distribution Masterclass | Filmmaking Series

Name: Film Sales and Distribution Masterclass | Filmmaking Series
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Making a feature film is now easier than ever. Learn how to make a living as a full-time filmmaker.

Created byJason Buff

Last updated 4/2016

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What you'll learn

Understand the things they need to do before they start their film so that they will be able to make a distribution deal.
Get an idea of the key documents and video files they will need to give to distribution companies.
Understand the fastest and most effective way for building a fan base.
Learn the best launch sequence for a film from Film Festivals to Theatrical to VOD Release.

Course content

8 sections • 26 lectures • 3h 27m total length

The Basics of Distribution17:32
In this video, Ron Newcomb of The Forge Films gives students an overview of film distribution and how they have been able to become profitable as film producers.
Film Markets4:32
Making A Deal and What You Will Need13:46

What are Sales Agents Looking For3:24
How The Film Market is Changing2:28
Navigate the increasingly saturated film market by leveraging niche genres, standout concepts, a strong teaser, originality, and targeted appeal to attract buyers.
How to Guarantee You Can Sell Your Film2:27
Learn where indie films with sub 100k budgets are found—markets, festivals, and savvy media coverage—and how a cross-coast team uses articles and submissions to guarantee sales.
Budgets and Projections: How Much Can Your Film Make?5:03
Explore how budgets and projections shape a film's viability, focusing on genre quality, standout production value, and distribution potential across the U.S., Europe, and beyond.
How To Connect with a Sales Agent12:16

Introduction to Distribution Channels8:05
Theatrical Distribution13:12
Navigate theatrical distribution by examining studio and service models, do-it-yourself releases, and strategies to open films in cities while maximizing theater exposure.
DVD Distribution5:34
Discover how modern film distribution uses windows such as electronic sell-through, Blu-ray, and simultaneous releases, including pricing and the importance of pedigree, reviews, and festivals.
VOD Distribution10:04
Explore VOD distribution and revenue splits between cable/telco and internet on-demand, and learn to allocate marketing budgets, run Facebook ads, and drive viewers to where the film is available.
Television distribution12:22
Explore television distribution through premium and basic cable networks, domestic and international sales, and presales, with a hybrid do-it-yourself approach. Exercise due diligence and negotiate contracts with an entertainment attorney.

The Changing Relationship between filmmakers and distribution companies.3:35
Explore how success in film distribution evolves from traditional deals to digital and self-distribution, weighing platform placement, advertising, and upfront costs against the old model.
Netflix, Amazon Prime and Transactional VOD or TVOD4:31
Explains how to build a transactional VOD release strategy for film sales, comparing Netflix and Amazon Prime, and detailing licensing fees, windows, and SVOD opportunities.
International Markets4:10

Requirements

Basic Understanding of Filmmaking
You will need a general understanding of how films are made, from screenwriting through to post production.
A basic understanding of platforms such as Netflix, Hulu and iTunes
General understanding of Independent Film

Description

Now more than ever the opportunity to become a full-time filmmaker is within reach for those who are willing to take a few risks. The key to building a career in show business is the ability to consistently get projects funded and then make money back for your investors. In this course, an abridged version of the Indie Film Academy's November Masterclass, we talk with 10 experts in film distribution about what you can do to make sure your film sells.

Experts In this course include:

Jason Brubaker of Filmmaking Stuff
Scott McMahon of Film Trooper
Alex Ferrari of Indie Film Hustle
Mia Bruno of Seed & Spark
Chris Holland of Film Festival Secrets
Linda Nelson of Indie Rights
Ron Newcomb of The Forge Studios
Jerome Courshon of Secrets to Distribution
Ben Yennie of The Guerrila Rep

Key Topics:

How to make sure your film will sell before you make it.
They key documents distributors need.
What you need to do in post production to have all deliverables.
What is the best option for your film's launch.
How to distribute your own film
A simple hack to get thousands of fans quickly.
How to get on Rotten Tomatoes.
Why Netflix should be your last stop.

And much more.

Who this course is for:

Filmmakers who want to build a career.
Screenwriters who want to understand distribution
Producers who want to understand better things like the American Film Market and working with Sales Agents
People who are interested in becoming a distributor or sales agent.
Marketing Consultants who wish to gain insight into the world of film sales and marketing.

Film Sales and Distribution Masterclass | Filmmaking Series

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Course content

Overview: Distribution for Indie Filmmakers with Ron Newcomb3 lectures • 36min

Film Marketing with Film Trooper's Scott McMahon5 lectures • 55min

Working with a Sales Agent with Galen Christy5 lectures • 26min

Post Production Workflow and More from Alex Ferrari3 lectures • 20min

Linda Nelson of Indie Rights2 lectures • 9min

Jerome Courshon and the Different Distribution Markets5 lectures • 49min

Jason Brubaker of Filmmaking Stuff and the Changing World of VOD Distribution3 lectures • 12min

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