Film Proposals Financing Blog

Oct 15, 2024

THIS is What a Movie Investment Looks Like

We've seen so many successful filmmakers who have taken the time to learn about financing and then funded their films and we are in awe every time.

Yet, we still get too many filmmakers emailing us things like "I'm a director. How can you finance my film?" or "Can you connect me with investors? My idea is about XYZ."

The simple fact is you cannot have investors if you don't have an investment. It is not possible to "buy an idea." If you don't know the information in this image well enough to recite it in your sleep, you have no business contacting anyone for money. This is what our Film Financing Bundles do - they take you from "I have a great idea..." to this.

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Oct 10, 2024

Film Production Terms | Minimum Guarantee, Waterfall, Deferments

Our glossary of film production terms explains the most commonly used points when discussing a production company and film financing. Wondering what MG is? The Waterfall? Chain of Title? We have filmmakers covered with all the industry lingo. Raising money for a film and becoming familar with all the industry language can be daunting, but the more any filmmaker knows about film financing, film investors and the film business, the more likely they are to secure their movie financing. Check our guide to Film Production Financing Terms Glossary

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Oct 08, 2024

Avoid Film Finance Frauds & Scams | Don't Be a Target

When trying to fund your film and put yourself out there, it is quite common for filmmakers to run into potential Film Finance Frauds & Scams. Film funding scams are a significant issue in the industry and can take various forms. We have heard from dozens of filmmakers over the years about the financial frauds they've suffered, usually with little to no consequences, and here we want to highlight some of the most common risks for you and how to Avoid Film Finance Frauds & Scams.

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Oct 03, 2024

Filmmaking FREE BONUS - Ten Prominent FilmMakers' BEST Advice

The 100 page Modern MovieMaker Movement Action Guide, by Jason Brubaker, founder of www.filmmakingstuff.com, was authored by ten of the most prominent filmmaker thought leaders in the world, including Jon Reiss of the famed book, Think Outside The Box Office.

Get your valuable, no-fluff modern filmmaking information, as well as advice to help you navigate a filmmaking world defined by HDSLR technology and non-discriminatory distribution. Topics include: film finance, crowdfunding, production, film festival promotion, marketing and distribution.

The Modern MovieMaker Movement Action Guide is a FREE GIFT with Purchase of select Film Financing Toolkits.

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Oct 01, 2024

[Review] FILMMAKERS: BEING PREPARED IS PARAMOUNT

Where to start – one of the best things about using filmproposals.com was the step by step process to not only put together a professional proposal but with all the material that’s included – it is a crash course on how the mechanics of the business part of ‘show business’ actually works. If you take your time to absorb all that is offered – you will be prepared for entry into this very insular business – especially from the point of view as a writer and producer. It’s not that all the books and books of material about this business aren’t helpful – but filmproposals.com has laid it all out in a digestible form so that it makes sense in a business that sometimes appears to have no rhyme of reason on how things work or ever get produced.

As in any business venture – there are ‘tricks of the trade’ – but when dealing with investors – it is all arranged in great detail what you are offering and what they definitely expect. After completing my proposal – I feel more prepared than ever to take the next steps! Thank you filmproposals.com!

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Sep 27, 2024

NEW! The Hundred Film Fund | from Runway & Runway Studios

The Hundred Film Fund is a new effort from Runway and Runway Studios to help produce and fund one hundred films which make use of AI to tell their stories. As of this writing, the fund sits @ $5M. Applications are now open and grants range from $5K to $1M+ with an additional $2M in Runway credits to be awarded.

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Sep 26, 2024

10 Things Indie Film Makers Can Do Right Now to Attract Film Investors

What can independent filmmakers do to attract film investors, enhance their bottom line, and actually MAKE MONEY from their indie films? Read this amazing article from Independent Film Maker and guest writer, Angelo Bell, to find out Ten Things Independent Film Makers Can Do Right Now to get film financing, secure film distribution that makes money and attract film investors, larger than typical crowd funding initiatives deliver.

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Sep 24, 2024

How to Invest in Indie Films | Tips for Pitching Film Investors

How to Invest in Indie Films contains tons of important information for the Indie filmmaker. While the article speaks to film investors, the information can make great selling points for you while pitching your business plan to investors. As we always say, your pitch should be for the investor, not for you. Can you speak fluently about asset classes and private equity?

Learn more: How to Invest in Indie Films

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Sep 17, 2024

[Review] Best Thing Ever Created!! - FilmProposals Platinum Bundle

With no business info given in film school, this course is an eye-opening godsend! The biggest issue is figuring out what to send high net worth individuals to get them interested in investing in your film and this kit practically gives you everything needed to do that. -- Alisha M

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Sep 12, 2024

Updated Indie Film Database 410+ Films| Revenue Projections, Narrative & Docs, 410+ Films

We are so thrilled to announce we have updated our Indie Film Custom Database which makes it easier than ever before for indie filmmakers to do comparable film analyses and possible revenue projections. What’s New?

1. Now 410+ films in our custom indie film database through 2023 films.
2. We added Documentaries! Yes, thanks to so many of you asking, we added 45+ Documentaries to the spreadsheet. For filmmakers looking to raise independent financing for a Doc, now you can do sales projections the way we’ve always done them for indie narrative films. You can do them on your own with our Film Financial Templates OR you can hire us (and Nash Info Services) to do professional projections for you. Nash has been doing Doc Sales Projections for years and they are total pros! The Doc films in our database generally fall into three categories: biographical, social issues, and health/self-care/personal fulfillment, so there's plenty from which to choose.
3. More lower budget films. We now have over 90 films with budgets of $1M or less. It is notoriously hard for filmmakers to find details on lower budget films, which is exactly why Nash are the pros. It's ALL they do - scour for industry information and work with filmmakers.

Learn More: Comparable Films & Sales Projections

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Sep 12, 2024

Updated Indie Film Database 410+ Films| Revenue Projections, Narrative & Docs, 410+ Films

We are so thrilled to announce we have updated our Indie Film Custom Database which makes it easier than ever before for indie filmmakers to do comparable film analyses and possible revenue projections. What’s New?

1. Now 410+ films in our custom indie film database through 2023 films.
2. We added Documentaries! Yes, thanks to so many of you asking, we added 45+ Documentaries to the spreadsheet. For filmmakers looking to raise independent financing for a Doc, now you can do sales projections the way we’ve always done them for indie narrative films. You can do them on your own with our Film Financial Templates OR you can hire us (and Nash Info Services) to do professional projections for you. Nash has been doing Doc Sales Projections for years and they are total pros! The Doc films in our database generally fall into three categories: biographical, social issues, and health/self-care/personal fulfillment, so there's plenty from which to choose.
3. More lower budget films. We now have over 90 films with budgets of $1M or less. It is notoriously hard for filmmakers to find details on lower budget films, which is exactly why Nash are the pros. It's ALL they do - scour for industry information and work with filmmakers.

Learn More: Comparable Films & Sales Projections

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Sep 10, 2024

[Review] The Real Value Here is the Market Data | A Real Time Saver

If there exists a one stop shop for a business plan and crash course in film finance this is probably it. The real value here is the market data - I'd pay 100$ for that alone. A real time saver.

You probably want to contact a lawyer as many of the details laid out in the plan are for a very specific type of structure and there are many ways to structure the deal. Based on the content I saw there's no reason not to use the recommended lawyer in the package. Seems like this is well thought out. - Grant

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Sep 04, 2024

Can you help me Secure Financing, Introduce Me or Help Find Investors?

Can You Help Me Find Film Investors is a question we are asked AT LEAST once per day. If you're convinced you can take the lazy approach to finding film investors by searching the internet and emailing people with something like, "Dear Sir: I have a great project, email or call me," you are not even close to ready to secure film financing. If you've tried this and found it hasn't worked for you...then this article about really understanding the dynamics of the business of film investing may just be for you.

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Aug 29, 2024

Annual Bushwick Film Festival

We are thrilled to announce tickets are now available for the 17th Annual Bushwick Film Festival, scheduled for October 16-20, 2024. The festival promises an engaging lineup of independent films from Brooklyn and around the world, all screened at Williamsburg Cinemas (217 Grand Grand Street Brooklyn, NY 11211). In addition to film screenings, the 17th Annual Bushwick Film Festival will feature Creative Community Day with industry panels, workshops, and neighborhood pop-ups, Youth Film Screenings showcasing high school talent and discussions on youth issues, Comedy Night with stand-up comedians and writers, Live Music with beloved film scores, and an Awards Night and Closing Party celebrating cinematic achievements, culminating in a finale showcasing all the award-winning films.

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Aug 27, 2024

Film Pitch Package - Secret Tips to Pitching the Unpitchable

https://www.filmproposals.com/film-pitch-package.html

Crafting the ideal Film Pitch Package is as much of an art as it is a science, but unlike your film, your pitch can and should be unique to each audience member. Imagine if every audience member of your film could choose their own ending - that is exactly what you get to do with your film investment pitch package. In this article, we use advice from a world renowned, Shark Tank Investor, multi million dollar generating entrepreneur and business person, Sabri Suby. If Sabri gets paid to teach top luxury brands to sell to their target market, much of which will overlap with yours, then let's use the best practices we know work. Learn More: Film Pitch Package | Secrets to Pitching the Unpitchable

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Aug 22, 2024

Unique Fundraising Tips to Finance Your Film | Live Financing Activities

Filmmaker Sue Lange has treated us to 7 Amazing Fundraising Tips to Finance Your Film! Believe it or not, there are people out there loathe to donate to your project via an online crowdfunding site. Lots of them actually. They don’t trust websites. They’re tired of creating an account with yet another user ID and password. They don’t do anything on the Internet at all. You may not realize it, but there was a time when there was no Internet and things still got done. Here’s a secret: a lot of things — maybe even most things — still get done off-line. Learn how Sue taps people for funds out in the real world with live fundraising events she has successfully done for several films.

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Aug 20, 2024

Frameline LGBTQ+ Film Grant Completion Fund | Documentatry, Emerging

The Frameline LGBTQ+ Film Grant Completion Fund provides grants up to $5,000 to emerging and established filmmakers and is a source of financial contributions to artists who often struggle to secure funding to complete their works. Films submitted should represent and reflect LGBTQ+ life in all its complexity and richness. The Fund supports documentary, narrative, experimental, animated, and episodic projects about LGBTQ+ people and their communities. Applications for the 2024/2025 season will open around September 2024.

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Aug 15, 2024

Sundance Film Grants | Documentary, Non Fiction, Emerging Filmmaker

Sundance Film Grants have a rolling open call. Submissions are accepted year-round, and they indicate three deadlines per year that correspond to the grant cycles. The Sundance Documentary Film Program supports non-fiction filmmakers worldwide in the production of cinematic documentaries on contemporary themes. Established in 2002 with founding support from Open Society Foundations, the Program is a vibrant global resource for independent non-fiction storytelling.

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Aug 13, 2024

Film Business Plan Template | Marketing Plan, Revenue Projections

Our easy-to-use Independent Film Business Plan Template can be used alone, or alongside our Film Proposals and Financing Manual and Film Projections Templates. Using Microsoft Word, with a film theme background, the template requires your customization, but is formatted, includes tons of re-usable text and saves you hours and hours of typing and market research time.

From a FilmProposals customer, "... I'm now sending out my completed business plan/film proposal document to potential investors and the one comment I'm getting back almost immediately is that it's so well laid out and professional. Believe me, first impressions really do count."

What are you waiting for? Check out the Film Industry's best Independent Film Business Plan Template today.

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Aug 08, 2024

What Goes in a Producer's Package? | Financials, Audience, Revenue, P&A

"What is a Producer's Package?" is a great question we get asked all the time, with a long and varied answer. A movie producer's package changes depending on your target audience for the pitch. For example, are you pitching a producer investor, actor, studio, composer, product placement or another entity? Each pitch meeting requires a different presentation. Some will be more financial in nature and some will focus more on the creative aspects of your project. Read More: What is a Producer's Package?

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Aug 06, 2024

Film Proposal Samples & Examples | Defining Your Value Proposition

Having a strong Film Proposal Example Value Proposition is essential in capturing the attention of investors, distributors, audiences and anyone else who might contribute to the success of your film. A compelling value proposition not only highlights the unique aspects of your film project, but demonstrates its potential for success. Read on if you want to be crystal clear on why someone should invest in or watch your film! Film Proposal Example Value Proposition

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Jul 30, 2024

How to Use a Film PPM to Accept Investor Money

If you are looking to raise money for your independent film, you have likely heard the term Film Private Placement Memorandum (PPM) and are wondering if you need one.

Unless you are getting private equity from family and friends, you should have a Film Private Placement Memorandum (PPM) drawn up for your fund raising. Find out more: Film Private Placement Memorandum

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Jul 24, 2024

Film Proposal Example Value Proposition | Sell Your Movie

How to sell your movie with your strong and unique Film Proposal Value Proposition

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Jul 23, 2024

Ultimate Guide to Impressing Film Investors With Storyboards & Pre-Sales

Getting investors for your film is a full-time job - and here’s a warning: It’s a job for serious filmmakers only. In order to be successful, you have to commit yourself to working harder than you’ve ever worked in your life — possibly even harder than you will making the film. If you want to impress investors, you’ll need to educate yourself thoroughly about every financial aspect of the film industry, from production and marketing distribution to foreign film rights. One of the most impressive things you can do for your pitch is show your vision with a film storyboard. A great storyboard bridges the gap between ideation and creation and can impress an investor. Essentially, your storyboard is a complete graphic novelization of your film, in which panels are used to express every key moment or crucial camera angle.

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Jul 16, 2024

What the Pros Tell Film Investors About You

Film Investing Advice from the Wall Street Journal | For Investors

Classic article from WSJ with current information, even in the 2024 Indie Film market. Film investing pay offs can be as high as 50% to 100% in the first three years, IF a film is successful, which is a big "if." Find out how to minimize your risk, be aware of many of the things that could possibly go wrong during filming and how to identify a well-conceived marketing and distribution plan that makes sense and isn't built on hope. More: Film Investing Advice from the Wall Street Journal

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Jul 09, 2024

How to Use Your Ideas to Attract Investors

These film business plan tips will lead you straight to finding and securing the right investors for your movie. Whether you use a business plan, private placement memorandum, or other fundraising vehicle, we want you to stand out from the crowd and pitch your project in a way that compels investors to write you a check now.

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Jul 02, 2024

[Review] Film Investment Package is Like The Pot of Gold

'When I came across the Business Plan Tools and the Finance Guide, I felt like I could stop searching for the pot of gold ... I’d found it. In one place, with clear, easy to follow materials and spreadsheets, my questions were answered. It still depends on me and what I do but the blueprint is all there. Thanks.'

Thanks to Barry, Producer, River Dreaming Entertainment, for taking the time to leave us feedback!!! Check out more Movie Investor Package Reviews.

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Jun 18, 2024

Filmmaker Legal Checklist | 10 Steps by Filmmaker & Attorney

Our new Filmmaker Legal Checklist, written by Dori Zavala, Attorney & Filmmaker @ Open For Show Business, covers so many important legal considerations when making your film. In this amazing article, Dori goes into detail on things like forming a Legal Entity, Setting Up Your Business, Documenting and Clearing Chain of Title, Setting Up Your Business to accept investments and so much more!

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Jun 18, 2024

Filmmaker Legal Checklist | 10 Steps by Filmmaker & Attorney

Filmmaker Legal Checklist by Filmmaker & Attorney who raised over $1M for her films using this list. Set up your film for max success!

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May 19, 2024

Pitch to Film Investors | Practical and Proven Tips for Fundraising

Pitch to Film Investors | Practical and Proven Tips for Fundraising

https://www.filmproposals.com/pitch-to-film-investors.html#6

Your pitch to film investors can be intimidating and you may only get one opportunity. According to Eminem's Lose Yourself, "Look, if you had one shot, or one opportunity to seize everything you ever wanted. One moment... Would you capture it or just let it slip? Yo"

If you are pro the 'capture' option, then before you even contact a film investor, you must be fully prepared. Our How to Pitch to Film Investors article will help you do just that!

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May 16, 2024

[Review] Very Helpful and Resourceful Materials | Good Investor Results!

https://www.filmproposals.com/business-plan-tools-for-film-reviews.html#12

'Hello, I bought both Gold Toolkit and Platinum Bundle. They are a life saver! I have been able to approach some investors already, with their help and are getting good results and it is expected to get even better soon. I will recommend these products to anyone who aspires to succeed in this field. They are indispensable and legally very instructive.' - David, Producer

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Apr 25, 2024

Find Film Investors & Raise Money for a Feature Movie

How to Find Film Investors seems to be a huge hurdle for filmmakers, but it is actually quite simple. Any filmmaker who is prepared for film investors will find them. The filmmakers who find it difficult to secure investors are those who completely skip over the process of preparing, attracting, pitching and working with investors. It's simple - if you do the work to create an appealing investment opportunity, you will find investors.

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Apr 23, 2024

[Review] Sample Film Business Plan | Charts are Fantastic and a Real Timesaver

"Really like the automatic spreadsheet, the main reason I purchased your package. I also like the proposal layout and will use it for private investors. I'm actually prepping a film for AFM and am using a little bit of a different proposal for that, but the charts are fantastic and a real timesaver. Thanks again!"

Thanks you, Jess, for taking the time to leave us feedback!!! We can't to hear how you did at AFM!

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Apr 21, 2024

Film Professional Business Plan & Financial Projections

FilmProposals is thrilled to announce our all new 2021 Business Plan and Consulting Services, designed to help independent film makers create their best films utilizing our 22+ years of expertise.

We offer a variety of services to suit all budgets, having worked with 1000s of filmmakers and film investors throughout our 18 years in the film financing business. From a simple exploratory call, to a full business plan to professional financing projections, we offer something for most any filmmaker.

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Apr 18, 2024

1000 Ways to Finance a Movie | Investors, Grants, Prize, Festivals

With over 1000 ways to finance your movie, filmmakers have more financing options and resources available than ever before. You can combine any number of film and documentary grants, prizes, investors, contests, festivals, film financing companies and much more to get your film made.

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Apr 16, 2024

[Financing Toolkit Review] | A Financing Masterclass For a Fraction of the Price! Five Stars!

I have a broad, basic understanding of film financing. I know most of the steps that need to be taken and I know the material that must be present within a film investor package. However, knowledge/theory of what needs to be done and practically executing it are two very different things. The Film Financing toolkit brings both of those worlds together, you get the theory of how a film investor package works along with the practical execution of the packet. At the price of range, it is by far the most valuable resource I have come across on the internet. IF you are trying to produce an independent film, spend the money now to be prepared later - unpreparedness can be very costly later on. This should be your number one resource for financing your independent film. - Tyler

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Apr 14, 2024

Indie Filmmaker Tips |Promote YOUR Business/Film

Do you have some great indie filmmaker tips to share with other aspiring or current filmmakers? Do you want to promote your latest film or service to a huge global network of filmmakers, producers, directors, potential investors and distributors? Here is a great opportunity to first pay it forward, and then promote your projects, products and services.

Prior Submissions: If you have already pitched your film, your production services, movie trailer or posted anywhere else on filmproposals.com, please be advised we are cleaning up the site. You may go back and add some value to your posting, or it may be removed from the site. Please take a moment to refresh your page and show off what you know. Thank you!

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Apr 11, 2024

Gold + Financials Filmmaker Bundle | Best Money I've Ever Spent

Melissa, I was extremely hesitant in purchasing even your lowest priced package. It all sounded to good to be true. I spent 2 months last year writing a business plan from scratch for a different medium. So I just couldn't imagine getting anything worth while for the prices you were offering. But I have an investor that requested a detailed plan with financial projections within 2 weeks, so I pulled the trigger on your Gold + Financials Filmmaker Bundle.

It was the best money I've ever spent! Can't even begin to tell you what a difference it makes. So concise and on point. Makes putting the plan together so fluid and easy. Not having to worry about what to cover, only how to best state it for my film project. Amazing. Thank you so much. Worth every dollar!
- Michael, Filmmaker

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Apr 09, 2024

Best Independent Film Websites | Free Film Financing Tools, Templates

Check out FilmProposals top picks for the best film websites to help you find Film Attorneys, Movie Investors, Film Financing Companies, Independent Film Funding, script libraries, production information and more.

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Apr 07, 2024

FilmProposals Film Budget Template FAQs

Hi. Just wanted to check a few things pre-purchase, specifically about your FilmProposals Budget Template. At what level is this sample budget? SAG Low? Ultra Low? Does this budget, template, etc cater to sub $500K indies shooting out of state, for example? Are the sales projections updated annually based on real-world data from sales/distro channels? ie. When was the last update for bid/ask on say a thriller genre movie in the $1M production budget range?

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Apr 04, 2024

Working With Film Investors | Tools, Agreements, Tips, Plans

Working with film investors is a crucial step in moving your film project forward and vital to finishing a quality indie film. Many filmmakers think the hurdle is finding investors, but learning with whom and how to work, to protect both the investor and producer(s) is equally important and might make all the difference between a film that gets completed vs. one that ends up on the shelf.

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Apr 02, 2024

[Business Plan Review] | Reliable Source of "Up-to-Date" Information and Insight

For years, Melissa at Filmproposal.com has provided high-quality products and services that have helped launch innovative creative content companies, and products. Developing creative entrepreneurs will gain perspective on preparing, and structuring a cinema content business. Seasoned professionals will find Filmproposals.com a reliable source of "Up-to-Date" information and insight reflected in the tools, tips, and perspectives Melissa's company offers. In all, FilmProposals.com delivers a consistent level of quality, and value well managed.

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Mar 26, 2024

Ultimate Film Business Plan and Investor Guide - UPDATED

Updated for 2024 - Includes our 8 Week FREE Business Plan Course so you can fast track your financing! The Independent Filmmakers Guide to Writing a Film Proposal and Raising Funds with our Film Proposal Template Example. The Film Proposal Financing Manual covers all the business aspects of turning your film ideas into your reality. Independent Filmmaking and Investors, Film Proposals and Business Plans, Film Proposal Sections and Outline, Film Investors, Funding Sources and Investment Types, Pitching and Attracting Film Investors, Film Financing Glossary and more.

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Mar 24, 2024

How to Create an Independent Film Financing Plan

An independent film financing plan can help you form a strategy that will make the tricky process of film financing much easier. When you network to get investors involved in your project - and are trying to earn their trust in that you will deliver what you promise them, then you will most likely find yourself in situations where the potential investor asks questions like: What does the financing plan look like? What percent of your project is equity financing? Are you getting any tax incentives? Rock your investors with how much financing you've secured before even approaching them!

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Mar 21, 2024

Comprehensive Guide to Accredited Investors

Recent legislative changes make it more important than ever for film makers to know for sure, what is an accredited investor? So, who is an accredited investor and how how do take the 'reasonable' steps outlined by the SEC to satisfy their requirements? Learn More: What is an Accredited Investor?

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Mar 19, 2024

Tips from Successful Filmmakers | How We Financed Cultural Clash Movie

These rock star tips from successful filmmakers will definitely bring you steps closer to making your movie. Learn how We Financed Cultural Clash Movie: saving by working in film, making contacts, low season flights, equipment deals, free locations.

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Mar 17, 2024

The ULTIMATE Indie Film Pitch Deck for Investors Guide

Making an Indie Film Pitch Deck is quite simple once you have completed your business plan. When first approaching investors and producers, you can't very well send them 40 pages of business plan, financial projections and the script. You want your film pitch deck to be a 7-10 minute read that compels your potential film investors to ask for further details about your project. The indie film pitch should make a strong case for both the financial and creative aspects of your film.

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Mar 12, 2024

Indie Filmmaker Tips | My Autopsy Movie Financing Tips

We did a lot of fundraising - including dinners at restaurants, a "paint and wine" night, and also benefit rock shows. A lot of our sets were donated, and it was cheaper to film in West Virginia than anywhere else. Crowdfunding has been an uphill battle as well. It has been a long, hard road to complete My Autopsy, a feature length independent film about the progression of a woman's journey to escape the invisible chains of an abusive relationship.

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Mar 10, 2024

[Toolkit Review] Professional Tools to Get the Investors to Give Money

Wow!! I just purchased the Finance Film Package. It is really good. I am an experienced Film Producer and I have been trying to get financing for 3 years for my film Smoke E.Z. I need $8,000,000. After 3 years I gotta take the plunge and get some professional tools to get the investors to give money for my film. I don't $10,000 for all of this to be done, so I have the challenge to do it myself. This is a really good package to buy if you are looking to finance a film over $5,000,000.

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