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Hear from the team behind the release of Kevin Smith’s RED STATE. Debuting at this year’s Sundance Film Festival to much notoriety, Smith ended studio bidding by buying his own film for $20 and declaring he would be self-distributing the film theatrically. Smith has since toured the film …
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“But I got 700 free hours with the CD!”
A lot of people make their first contact with me via email, which makes their email address often the first thing I know about them. They might not realize it, but their email says, or at the very least suggests, a lot …
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In this in-depth session, learn the tools and tactics behind effective audience outreach and engagement. Learn from these concrete examples how to develop mutually beneficial relationships with organizations and individuals interested in related causes and how to reach and inform audiences.
From the 2011 Filmmaker Conference
Paolo Freccero, Founder, CrowdStarter
Prior …
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New technological platforms are altering the way we interact with film, from the device we use to watch to the ways stories are told, and productions are beginning to adapt to this reality. Hear from transmedia filmmakers and new media execs how best to plan for new markets …
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Join industry experts as they coach filmmakers through the process of crafting and honing a pitch for your film.
Bruce Weiss, President, Ironworks Productions
Bruce Weiss has extensive experience in all areas of the film industry including development, packaging, financing, production and distribution. His films have premiered at all major …
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With DIY approaches to production and distribution on the rise, at what point does a producer need to collaborate?
Mike Ryan, President/Producer, Greyshack Films
Jon Reiss, President, Hybrid Cinema
Jon Reiss is a filmmaker, author and consultant whose most recent book is “Selling Your Film Without Selling Your Soul”. He works …
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Top producers reps and sales agents provide insight to the current trends, successes and deals happening in today’s documentary marketplace for feature and episodic content.
Lesli Klainberg, Producer, Director, and Co-founder, Orchard Films
Lesli Klainberg is an award-winning producer and director whose documentaries have screened at the Berlin, Sundance and …
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When you have a film with a message or call to action, theatrical distribution may not be the best strategic tool. Hear from film and media makers who eschewed traditional theatrical documentary to connect with audiences
Ryan Davis, Social Media Director, Blue State Digital
Ryan Davis is Social Media Director …