Independent Film Financing

Funding and financing an independent film production can be daunting and time consuming. Film investors need to know how and when they will get a return on their money in a specific format they will understand. On the other hand, movie producers are usually better at the creative aspects of independent film making and are too focused on the script, photography, talent, lighting, sets, and all the other nuances of a successful movie to start crunching numbers on ROI and Cash Flow. So, how do you close the gap and influence film investors to get your project started?

Our manual will help independent filmmakers in funding and financing an independent film production and teach you how to go about movie fundraising. You will learn what is involved in writing a film business plan, also known as a film proposal. With our funding and financing an independent film production manual, you will be able to:

• Understand why a business plan is necessary for feature film financing
• See and understand an independent film from an investor’s perspective
• Understand the funding sources available to you and the pros and cons of each
• Draft a Business Plan that will maximize your chances for success
• Understand how and why specific creative teams are formed for film projects
• Have the knowledge you need on movie fundraising and independent film funding
• Understand the independent film financing model

This manual will provide you with a well documented plan on how to fund and finance an independent film. After you have finished reading this manual you will be able to write a film proposal, think like an investor and be empowered to turn your independent film dreams into reality!