by Website Update on October 25, 2010
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Filmmaker Conference 2009 – Tough Sales Tactics
As filmmakers face an increasingly tough sales marketplace, what does this mean for distribution of micro to mid-range independent features? Hear from a seasoned group of experts who will help demystify the current climate of international film sales.
Panelists:
Ryan Kampe, Partner, International Sales – Visit …
by Website Update on October 25, 2010
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Join respected independent film pioneers along with a new guard of thinkers who are diversifying the industry through their approach to both the art and business of independent cinema.
Panelists:
Ted Hope, Partner/Founder – This is that
Lance Weiler, Director/Founder – Workbook Project
Christine Vachon, Partner – Killer Films
Kenneth Woo, President/Co-Founder – Massify
by Website Update on October 25, 2010
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Filmmaker Conference 2009 – The Personal Documentary
How does a filmmaker navigate the creative and technical challenges of the personal documentary? Hear how successful directors and producers walked this fine line in preparing to share their stories and intimate details of their lives with audiences.
Moderator:
David Courier, Programmer – Sundance Institute
by Website Update on October 25, 2010
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Filmmaker Conference 2009 – The Human Face of a Changing Economy
For so many, the manufacturing industry presented a path to the American dream, but the recent recession has amplified what is already well known – U.S. manufacturing jobs are becoming harder and harder to find and to hold on to. …
by Website Update on October 25, 2010
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Filmmaker Conference 2009 – Sustaining Your Film Career
How do you make a living as an independent filmmaker? Hear talented filmmakers in different levels of their careers discuss their day jobs, and how they carve out time and money to make their personal work.
by Website Update on October 25, 2010
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Filmmaker Conference 2009 – Positioning for Fests & Buyers
Now that your film is finished, what are a filmmaker’s next important steps? Who should you hire to help you message, market, and sell your film? What questions should you consider when evaluating your distribution and long term career goals? …
by Website Update on October 25, 2010
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Filmmaker Conference 2009 – The Next Wave of Distribution
Join a panel of filmmakers, distributors and film exhibitionist who are thinking outside the box about new ways of getting films out to audiences. Find out how this “next wave” is effectively implementing their cutting edge ideas from new models in …
by Website Update on October 25, 2010
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Filmmaker Conference 2009 – Navigating the Intn’l Fest Circuit
Leading programmers advise filmmakers on the strategies for tackling international film festivals. What are festivals looking for? Which international festivals are the best places to sell your film and which are best for showcasing emerging talent?
Moderator:
Basil Tsiokos, Programmer, Sundance Film Festival
