Got A Movie Idea? Here’s What You Need To Know
Before you stand up and proclaim “I have a movie Idea!” it’s important to know if your niche movie audience can financially support your idea. Read this.
How To Make A Living Filmmaking So You Can Quit Your Day Job
In the past, filmmakers made a movie, got lucky and ended up with a BIG paycheck with incremental increases on the back end. These days filmmakers need to think about their movies in ways akin to how traditional investors think about dividends from bonds – once you make the investment, it’s a long term game!
Warning: Most Film Distribution Deals Suck Big Time
Film distribution deals work to benefit film distributors. If you don’t believe this, read over your distribution agreement and follow the money. If …
Need Indie Film Funding? Here’s 5 Questions You Need To Answer
Finding Indie Film Funding is one of the most challenging aspects of getting your movie made. Answer the 5 questions for indie film funding.
How To Make A Living As a Filmmaker
In the following filmmaking podcast, I share some thoughts on how we might actually make independent filmmaking profitable again. Specifically, I compare the filmmaking production process to any small business. And I share my thoughts on VOD (video on demand) distribution – and how this sales channel finally gives every filmmaker the opportunity to create multiple streams of movie income.
How To Generate Movie Ideas That Sell
These days everybody has film ideas. The thing is, ideas do not carry much value. It is execution. How can you tell a good idea from a bad idea? And what do you do once you have a good idea?
Filmmaker Newsletter: Get 65 Filmmaking Tactics
If you’re looking for an eZine For Filmmakers – you’ve come to the right place. I have put together a resource that delivers some awesome filmmaking information – and now is your time to join the fun.
How To Deal With Film Festival Rejection Without Crying
The 2009 Sundance Film Festival is just days away. And as such, it’s the time of year filmmakers start thinking about their own projects.
How To Manage Fear Of Failure In Filmmaking
Learning how to manage fear of failure in filmmaking is essential for your success. Yet for some reason, you’re stuck. What if you …
WriterDuet Offers Free Screenwriting Software So You Can Write Your Script
If you’re a screenwriter, you’ll need some professional screenwriting. In this article, filmmaking stuff offers links to free software and resources.
5 Tips For New Screenwriters Who Want To Avoid The Trash
When I read screenplays for a producer, many of the screenplays I read were unprofessional. In this article, I list 5 tips for avoiding the trash can.
I Wrote My First Screenplay, Now What?
If you just finished your first screenplay, congratulations! Writing a script is a super cool accomplishment. But don’t go crazy. Just because you have …
Why Finishing A Crappy First Draft Is Essential For Screenwriters
Screenwriting is starts by writing a crappy first draft. And the real writing begins in the rewrite. This is because nobody writes a …
The Price of Hollywood
Filmmaking in Hollywood is a tough career. What price will you pay to become successful in Hollywood?
Pick Your Peers And Level Up Your Filmmaking
If you want to level up your filmmaking career, you need to pick your peers wisely. I’m speaking from experience when I tell …
How Not To Get Screwed By Filmmaking Partners Who Suck
A long time ago, I worked on a short movie with a guy. Long story short, I found out the guy was being untruthful about money. He had hired one of my friends to build our movie website. When confronted, he told me some sort of story that was completely stupid and untruthful. Because he was a “friend,” I gave him the benefit of belief and dropped the subject.
How To Become A Successful Filmmaker (Without Going To Film School)
Many would-be filmmakers waste valuable time trying to make everything perfect, when the true secret to becoming a successful filmmaker involves simply assessing your resources and making the movie you can make now.
The Secret To Filmmaking Success
Could you go to “networking events” and try to find folks to help introduce you to the appropriate contact? Yes. But just as easily you could pick up the phone, call your prospective contact’s place of business and try to get him or her on the phone to make your pitch.
Three Steps To Writing Low Budget Screenplays
As a filmmaker, it can be challenging to raise funds to cover production. We’re all looking for ways to be more cost-effective. The …
5 Great Platforms for Filmmakers (So You Can Accelerate Your Career)
The presence of independent films on the internet has grown immeasurably over the last ten years. Streaming services like attract millions of views. …
How To Start Your Own (mini) Movie Studio From Anywhere
There will come a day when all entertainment will be on-demand and cheap to consume. The question is, will you ignore this movement and continue to play your distribution lottery ticket in hopes of winning the dream deal…
How to Generate A Sticky Story Your Audience Will Love
In this filmmaking article, Carole Lee Dean provides a solid strategy for generating sticky story ideas your audience will love.
How To Grow Your Filmmaking Network In 5 Easy Steps
A filmmaker is also a leader. Your film will succeed or fail based on the strength of your team. And while it is …
The Minimalist Guide To Making A Movie Outside Hollywood
In this filmmaking article, producer Jason Brubaker talks about the toughest part of making a movie and how to overcome common obstacles. Read more…
Secrets of Successful Indie Filmmakers: Don’t Give Up
In this filmmaking article, Jason Brubaker shares the secrets of successful indie filmmakers. And the first secret is, don’t give up.
What Movie Distributors Don’t Want You To Know
In this film distribution article, LA producer Jason Brubaker shares secrets movie distributors don’t want you to know. Read this fillmmaking article.
How To Become a Director Without Waiting For Hollywood
Have you ever wondered how to become a director? As a filmmaker, bringing your vision to life and sharing your story with the world is one of the primary reasons you make movies.
How To Find People Who Invest In Movies
Looking for movie money? Don’t live in LA? In this filmmaking article, we explore simple tactics and strategies for finding people who invest in movies.
7 Lies Film Distributors Like to Tell Filmmakers
In this filmmaking article, distribution executive Jason Brubaker shares 7 lies distributors like to tell filmmakers.