The Minimalist Guide To Writing A Film Business Plan
Most filmmaking business plans are stupid. Why? Because most filmmakers have no idea (especially first time filmmakers) how to project a return on investment. Don’t feel bad. It’s not your fault.
How To Deal With Filmmaking Rejection (Like A Pro)
One way I mitigate this “all eggs in one basket” approach to filmmaking (and business) is to always have projects in various stages of development. This allows you to check one rejection off the list and put your focus into the next. And just because one prospective investor rejects one opportunity, there is nothing stopping you from shopping around…
Do You Hire An Independent Contractor Or Employee (For Your Film)
Over the past few months, I have had several conversations with clients about whether the folks they hire to work on their films and theatre projects are properly classified as employees or independent contractors. It’s an important distinction, and one that can have costly consequences if not handled properly…
How To Make Your Own Film
If you want to know how to make your own film, aside from the technical stuff, the biggest lesson you have to learn is obvious…
5 Tips to Find Out if Your “HNI” is Real
One of the big secrets of film finance is finding out how to smell BS. Here are 5 Tips to find out if your “Rich Guy” is real.
