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- On this episode of Pitch Chris, how do you go about getting film funding, when you're brand new in the business? After you shoot your feature, how do you then promote that movie? And how much do extras really get paid? Hi, and welcome to episode 33 of Pitch Chris, where you guys ask me questions about the entertainment business, and I answer 'em for you. To ask me a question, find me on social media, @ChrisDeBlasio, #PitchChris, and I'll be happy to answer all the questions you guys have. This first question comes from Drew. Let's see what Drew has. - Hey, Chris, Drew Callner, freelance writer and director from Birmingham, Alabama. I had a question, what resources or tips would you suggest for young, up-and-coming writers and directors to help find funding for their project? - Hey, Drew, thanks for your question. We do get asked this question a lot on the show. So, when you're just starting out, if you don't have connections to big film financers, you might have to get started yourself, and there's certain things that you can do. One of the things you can do is you can look at networking groups. So, go where the money's at. So, look at different networking groups where financers may be and start networking with some financers, building up your relationships that you're gonna need to have to fund that feature film that you have. So, you want to go to networking groups where there are financers or rich individuals that may look to invest in film projects. The other thing is, people that are closest to you. If you're just getting started, and you haven't built up that trust level with a financer, you might want to go to some friends or family to see if they would invest in your project to get you going. And then, last but not least, if you can't do that on your own, look around and start seeing some items that you may have lying around the house that, maybe some clothes that you can get rid of. There's money all around you. You just have to figure out how to try to get as much of that as possible, to get some seed funding, because, when an investor comes to you and says, "Okay, "you want my money, great, what are you gonna do with it?" You're having that conversation, as opposed to, "Hey, I've already raised this much money on my own. "I need the rest of this to complete my project." That makes you look like a more savvy producer because you went out and you hustled, and you did it by yourself. That's gonna give you more leverage when you do actually get in front of somebody that's gonna give you money. So, I'd suggest start that way and then go from there. - [Wesley] What are some weird ways actors promote their movies? - So, there are many different ways that actors and actresses can promote movies that they've starred in, themselves. One of which, the number one thing is social media. You have social media outlets and, if you're an actor or an actress, you need to start building your social media presence because I can tell you, from an executive producer standpoint, I'm gonna be looking at where your social media following is because I know, if you have a big following, that's a good outlet. So those people are gonna go see you in the movies. So you want to build up your following, but start promoting your content on social media. Also, with cast, the other people that you've been in a movie with. Start doing pictures with them and cross-promoting each other. That's a way that you can start getting more engagement because their following are gonna follow you, and your following are gonna follow them. It helps both of you guys. So, you're gonna want to do a lot of collabs with people on social media. So, I would say, social media would be the number one platform that, if you want to start promoting movies that you're in, find it that way and do a lot of collabs with other people in your industry.

On this episode of Pitch Chris, if you're a musical artist, how do you become an actor? If you are a PA, what is the best way to get plugged into productions? And how long does it take to become an executive producer? Hi and welcome to episode 32 of Pitch Chris. Where you guys ask me questions about the entertainment business and I answer 'em for you. To ask me a question, find me on social media @CHRISDEBLASIO #PitchChris and I'll be happy to answer all the questions you guys have. Let's get started. How's it going Chris? Thank you for this opportunity. I am a musical artist from Atlanta, Georgia. Named Lil T3rry and my question is, how can a musical artist transition into acting? - Great question! So we see a lot of musical artists transition into acting. In the case of Tim McGraw or Justin Timberlake, you see Eminem and 50cent, they all made that crossover. The cool thing is, if you're an artist you might already have a platform, you may have a following. Play off of that following, start dropping some hints on social media, that you're stepping into acting. Start building the awareness that you're making that crossover. That'll help you when you start making that transition. But you've got great stage performance, you're familiar with being in front of people, which is a great start. Please do take some acting training, you're gonna need that, because if you're gonna take your acting career seriously, even though you have the experience of being in front of people, you wanna make sure you get professional training. [Pamela S] What can I do to improve my chances of becoming a production assistant? So a couple of ways you can improve your chances of becoming a PA. Obviously you want a network, but if you are in say Atlanta, Atlanta has a lot of these programs where, you can do like a PA bootcamp. Which will prepare you for what you need to know, when you're getting called on to become a PA. It's also a great way to network as well. So look for some PA bootcamps, to kinda get you started. But also, not only for the knowledge that they're gonna give you, because you'll prepare you for working on set, but also you'll be able to network with other people in the class. And let's say one of your other class members, gets promoted and gets pulled onto a set and you've built a relationship with them, they might be able to refer you to the next project that they work on. So, networking is huge, but definitely check out some of the PA bootcamps that they might have out there. Quick search online will tell you what's available. [Scott D] How long can it take to become an executive producer? So how long does it take to become and executive producer? Well, in this industry, you can call yourself an executive producer. I mean if you're creating your own project and you're putting the whole thing together, you can call yourself an executive producer. However, there are certain things that, when you're working professionally, that would define you as an executive producer. One, if you're financing the film yourself, you deserve the right to call yourself an EP, or an executive producer.

On this episode of #Pitch Chris, you’re going to find out how to raise that first dollar for your production. Should you send your headshots directly to a producer? And how do you attract A-list talent? Hey, and welcome to Episode 5 of #Pitch Chris, where you guys are asking me questions about the entertainment business and I’m going to answer them. To ask me a question, simply go to my social media, @ChrisDeBlasio, #PitchChris, and I’ll be more than happy to answer all the questions you have. This first question comes from Billy. Billy, let’s see what you have to say. “As a producer just starting out, what is the best way to raise money?”If you’re just starting out and you don’t have a name for yourself, chances are slim (unless you have some personal contacts) to get A-list talent in your film. You’re going to have to start grassroots. You’re going to have to go to friends, go to family members, go to people that know you the best and see if you can start raising money that way. Another thing that I think a lot of people, they just want to jump right to A-list celebrities to bring a name to their project. You don’t necessarily have to do that. What you can do is you can find social media influencers that have a following and get them involved in your project. You don’t necessarily have to go right after the A-list talent all the time. But I think if you start off with the people that you know first, your friends, your family, and then maybe source some social media influencers to then start building your project, I think that’s the best way to start raising that first dollar. Product placement obviously is another thing I’ve talked about before. Going to advertisers, telling businesses that you’re doing a film, you need places to shoot. Instead of just going a straight barter, see if you can try to get some money for advertising from them. A great question. I think that should help you a little bit on how to start getting some of those funds raised. “I’m just starting out in production. What’s the best way to attract A-list talent in your movie?”That’s a good question. Very similar to the question that I just answered. If you don’t have a name for yourself, it’s going to be a little bit challenging for you to attract A-list talent to your film if you don’t have any credits, you haven’t done anything in the past. Working with agents and stuff, they’re going to be looking at those types of things. You’re going to want to start projects – and I mentioned this before – with social media influencers. A lot of people forget about the social media influencers, the people that have millions of followers on Instagram and YouTube and Facebook. You don’t necessarily have to go right after the A-list talent. Why don’t you find roles in your project that may be good for somebody? Not only that, but on the financing aspect of it – a lot of these influencers have sponsors. They already have a relationship with a lot of these sponsors. So why not go about it that way? YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/chrisdeblasio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChrisDeBlasio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisdeblasio IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2134621/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Chris_DeBlasio Website: https://www.ChrisDeBlasio.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisdeblasio Onset Atlanta: https://www.onsetatl.com

On this episode of #Pitch Chris: where do you go for feedback? How should you market your script on your social media or blog? And what do you do when you call a production house and you get a voicemail – or the dreaded secretary? Welcome to Episode 4 of #Pitch Chris, where you guys ask me questions about the entertainment business and I answer them. To ask me a question, send me a question on social media @ChrisDeBlasio, #PitchChris, and I’ll be more than happy to answer all those questions. Let’s take that first question. “I have an original script that I know is awesome! Who do I go to for feedback?”I’m happy that you think your original script is awesome. You should be proud of your work. The first thing that I would want you guys to do to go to feedback is go to your friends, go to your family, go to all your close contacts. Start there before you actually take it to a producer. What you also want to do is, if you’re part of any networking groups or any writing networking groups, talk about it with other friends or writers that are in the business and get as much feedback as you can. Because once you get that feedback, now you can start refining it and refining it to make it that perfect, perfect script before you actually present it to a producer. But I would definitely say start out with people that you know first and then go from there. “Should I market my scripts on social media or on my blog to get seen by the right people?”That’s a good question. I would not put all your stuff out there. Obviously you’ve got some copyright issues going on. You don’t want to just dump all your stuff out there for anybody in the world to access. You want to lock it down. One of the biggest things that you really would want to do is register it with the WGA, which is the Writers Guild. Once you’ve registered with the WGA, now it’s protected. But I wouldn’t put it out there for the entire world to see. Much like the previous question before, start with friends, start with family to get some feedback on your script. But most importantly, your pitch. You guys have to – have to – perfect your pitch. That is what sells the story. That’s what gets a producer’s attention. You don’t want to just drop your script off. You have to be ready, at 60 seconds or less, to fire off your pitch. I would practice that with friends and family first to make sure you’re absolutely ready before you get in the room with a producer. Good question. Let’s take the next one. “I saw your video about not emailing a long pitch, but when I call local producers, I get either their secretary or the voicemail. How do I get through so I can pitch my story?”Hey, don’t give up. The biggest thing is that you’re making the attempt, which is great. You want to continue to make that attempt, continue to call. Let them know who you are. Eventually you’ll get through. Eventually you’ll get that meeting. But I would say try to build relationships with people in the industry. Follow Chris DeBlasio Online Here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/chrisdeblasio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChrisDeBlasio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisdeblasio IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2134621/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Chris_DeBlasio Website: https://www.ChrisDeBlasio.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisdeblasio Onset Atlanta: https://www.onsetatl.com

Today on #Pitch Chris, we’re going to find out: how long does it take to get your screenplay to turn into a movie? How can you get your script seen if you are an unknown writer? And can you break the rules in this industry? Follow Chris DeBlasio Online Here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/chrisdeblasio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChrisDeBlasioFan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisdeblasiofan/ IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2134621/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Chris_DeBlasio Website: https://www.ChrisDeBlasio.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisdeblasio/ Onset Atlanta: https://www.onsetatl.com

Today on #Pitch Chris, we’re going to be talking about how to market your movie. What is the best way to gauge your success? And how do you make your script most attractive for a producer? Follow Chris DeBlasio Online Here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/chrisdeblasio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChrisDeBlasioFan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisdeblasiofan/ IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2134621/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Chris_DeBlasio Website: https://www.ChrisDeBlasio.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisdeblasio/ Onset Atlanta: https://www.onsetatl.com

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