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The Art of the $6000 Feature Film with Joshua CaldwellI had the pleasure of meeting Joshua Caldwell, a brother in "indie filmmaking" arms. He directed a $6000 feature film called LAYOVER, which World Premiered at the 2014 Seattle International Film Festival where it was nominated for the New American Cinema Award.The story of how he made the film was education, rebellious and funny. Many things he said mirrored my experience making This is Meg. Josh really has a great philosophy about making films and content. Check out the trailer below to see what a $6000 feature film in today's world looks like.If you are going to make a feature film in the near future you need to listen to this podcast. It will change how you think about making indie films. Below, I also included a talk the Josh Caldwell did at the Seattle International Film Festival that is AWESOME! After you listen to the podcast watch the video below.Right click here to download the MP3Download on iTunes DirectJoshua Caldwell - The $6000 LAYOVER: Rethinking Indie FilmDirector Joshua Caldwell discusses making his debut feature film, LAYOVER, for only $6000 and how filmmakers need to rethink their role in the ever shifting paradigm of independent filmmaking.Here's a bit more about Joshua Caldwell:Joshua Caldwell is an accomplished director, writer, producer, and MTV Movie Award winner. He has worked with a number of high-profile producers, including CSI: creator Anthony E. Zuiker, for whom he produced CYBERGEDDON, the online global motion picture event for Yahoo!, and directed all of the film's ancillary content for its immersive website.His award-winning short film DIG, starring Mark Margolis of BREAKING BAD, was featured in numerous film festivals, and his latest short RESIGNATION screened at Comic-Con.Slamdance Workshop Discussed on the ShowJoin Blackmagic Design, Slamdance Grand Jury Award winner Andrew McPhillips, and filmmaker and host of Indie Film Hustle Alex Ferrari on Saturday, January 21 from 2:30pm to 4:30pm at the Filmmaker Lounge in the Treasure Mountain Inn for an in-depth workshop on the tools and techniques essential to the independent filmmaker.Andrew McPhillips will discuss lessons learned from shooting his upcoming film “The Doll,” including how to seamlessly switch from production to post. Andrew used an URSA Mini 4.6K to shoot the film, DaVinci Resolve for editing and grading, and Fusion for the VFX. Along with serving as CG Supervisor at SPINVFX, Andrew's work includes his animated short film “Blood Will Tell” which previously premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and took home top awards at Slamdance.Alex Ferrari will discuss how filmmakers can make the most of DaVinci Resolve as a professional editing solution. Alex recently shot, edited and graded his new film “This Is Meg” using Blackmagic Design. He will dive into the ins-and-outs of what filmmakers need to know when editing with Resolve and how it can best fit into their workflows.A brief Q&A will follow the presentations along with raffles for prizes, including a Micro Cinema Camera, DaVinci Resolve Studio and Fusion Studio!Join Blackmagic Design afterward from 5:00pm to 7:00pm for a happy hour in the Filmmaker Lounge during which attendees can ask questions, demo gear and learn more about Blackmagic Design products for independent filmmakers.LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEOfficial WebsiteJoshua Caldwell - 

What is this guy talking about? No money = better filmmaker? He must be nuts. We'll I'll have to disagree with you. As I am going through my adventure on the making of my first feature film THIS IS MEG, I have discovered that is the truth. Having less resources has made me a better filmmaker. When you have no money and limited resources you discover new and creative ways to solve problems. The creative ways end up on the screen and that is where innovation comes from. Doing something people say is nuts. Credit: QuoteAddicts"No one can stop you from doing exactly what you want to do. If you can accept that the cavalry won't come, and if you can be the cavalry, it gives you a chance to be happy." - Mark DuplassWhen I announced I was going to direct This is Meg with a micro budget I can't tell you how many people said I was nuts. BTW, I love it when people do that, it lights my fire. I still think most of the cast and crew still don't know how we're going to pull this off. In this podcast I go over the techinques I used to not only get the ball rolling but also get the film shot and edited. Enjoy!

Why I Choose Seed & Spark.com to Crowdfund THIS IS MEGWith all the choices out there to crowdfund your film, it can get kinda crazy! Kickstarter and Indiegogo are the two Goliath's in the arena with Seed&Spark.com play David. If you know the story the two Goliaths don't fear David but this David has a hella of a punch. I choose Seed and Spark to crowdfund my new feature film THIS IS MEG, because of a few reasons.They have a 75% Success Rate (2 times any other platform)The average raise is $17K (2.5 times any other platform)There average fee is only 3% (40% Less than anyone else)They guarentee distribution if you hit a certain benchmarkHow is this possible because they focus on one thing...FILMMAKERS. They don't crowdfund for the next transforming coffeemaking pen. Seed and Spark is all about indie filmmakers and creating independence for film artists. Take a listen to this episodes and find out how we are putting our crowdfunding campaign together for THIS IS MEG. When you're done listening to the episode take a look at the remarkable FREE Crowdfunding Course created by Seed & Spark to entertain, educate and make you a truly "independent" filmmaker. 

5 Rules to Make Money Selling Indie FilmsI feel that one of the reasons I was put on this earth was to help filmmakers and artist make money selling their films and art. There's no reason why filmmakers shouldn't be able to make a steady income from their films. You can here my inspiration rant on this topic here: Why Filmmakers are Always So Damn Broke & What They Can Do to Change It. So I came up with these 5 rules on how to make money selling indie films. I outline what I discuss in the podcast below. If you are going to listen to an episode of the IFH Podcast then this one and #88 (Why Filmmakers are Always So Damn Broke) are two episode you should listen too. Check out the outline below and then listen to the episode. I also go into other areas and core concepts that are not in the list below.1. Understand the initial cost of creating the factory that will build your productBuying gearBuilding a teamPost Production infrastructureDeliverables2. Understand the cost of creating your product vs the return Keep the budget low enough where you feel you can make a healthy return on investmentJoe Swanberg (watch his SXSW talk here)3. Understand your customer and how to engage with them Provide Value to your customerSocial MediaEmail ListWhere does your customer hang out, go there and engage with them4. Understand how you will be getting your product to the customerDistribution OptionsCost of distribution5. Understand revenue streamsDVD/Blu-RayTVODSVODWorkshopsMerchNow get to listening and make your film!Right click here to download the MP3Download on iTunes DirectSlamdance Workshop Discussed on the ShowJoin Blackmagic Design, Slamdance Grand Jury Award winner Andrew McPhillips, and filmmaker and host of Indie Film Hustle Alex Ferrari on Saturday, January 21 from 2:30pm to 4:30pm at the Filmmaker Lounge in the Treasure Mountain Inn for an in-depth workshop on the tools and techniques essential to the independent filmmaker.Andrew McPhillips will discuss lessons learned from shooting his upcoming film “The Doll,” including how to seamlessly switch from production to post. Andrew used an URSA Mini 4.6K to shoot the film, DaVinci Resolve for editing and grading, and Fusion for the VFX. Along with serving as CG Supervisor at SPINVFX, Andrew's work includes his animated short film “Blood Will Tell” which previously premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and took home top awards at Slamdance.Alex Ferrari will discuss how filmmakers can make the most of DaVinci Resolve as a professional editing solution. Alex recently shot, edited and graded his new film “This Is Meg” using Blackmagic Design. He will dive into the ins-and-outs of what filmmakers need to know when editing with Resolve and how it can best fit into their workflows.A brief Q&A will follow the presentations along with raffles for prizes, including a Micro Cinema Camera, DaVinci Resolve Studio and Fusion Studio!Join Blackmagic Design afterward from 5:00pm to 7:00pm for a happy hour in the Filmmaker Lounge during which attendees can ask questions, demo gear and learn more about Blackmagic Design products for independent filmmakers.LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

This week, I’m excited to have Alex Ferrari of Indie Film Hustle back on the show. Alex was last on the podcast back on Episode 44, when we chatted about his film This Is Meg, and his process developing and producing his DIY film which eventually sold to Hulu. Today, Alex has returned to chat about his latest book: Shooting For The Mob. The book is based on Alex’s real life experience getting hired by the mob at age 26 to make a movie for them. He outlines the story behind the story, how he adapted this real life experience into a novel, and why it was absolutely critical for him to tell this story. Over the course of the interview, we also delve into many other topics, including: tackling the creative process as a whole, finding your way as a filmmaker, and achieving success on the business side of show business.   Links from the show: IFH on Facebook - www.Facebook.com/indiefilmhustle IFH on Twitter - www.Twitter.com/indiefilmhustle IFH on Instagram - www.Instagram.com/ifilmhustle IFHTV - www.IFHTV.com Shooting For The Mob - https://www.amazon.com/Shooting-Mob-based-Incredible-Story/dp/194808063X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3RAHIUEGZVN38&keywords=shooting+for+the+mob&qid=1551981886&s=gateway&sprefix=shooting+for+the+%2Caps%2C186&sr=8-1   For more content like this visit www.noamkroll.com

Alex Ferrari is a writer, producer and director of films such as "This Is Meg" and "On the Corner of Ego and Desire." He is also the creator and host of the Indie Film Hustle podcast and the Bulletproof Screenplay podcast. Alex's mission is to share valuable information with indie filmmakers, drawing from his 25 years of experience in the industry. Recently he launched Indie Film Hustle TV, the Netflix for filmmakers. On top of that he wrote a book "Shooting For The Mob" based on true events in his early filmmaking career. Special Thanks to: Alex Ferrari @IndieFilmHustle Hosted by: Timothy Patrick Guest: Alex Ferrari Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber For more Indie Film Grit, follow us on Twitter @indiefilmgrit

This week, we talk to the host of the Indie Film Hustle Podcast, Alex Ferrari! Alex has created one of the most well known and helpful resources for indie filmmakers with his podcast and brand of Indie Film Hustle. Having over 20 years of experience in the industry, he has finally begun making his own feature films. Using his podcast and website to bring you along on his journey, he tells his story with a transparency that many do not have in the film business.  After releasing his first low-budget feature, This Is Meg, in 2017 to Hulu, unbeknownst to his listeners, he shot a feature film, guerrilla style, at the Sundance Film Festival called On The Corner Of Ego And Desire.  We discuss his experiences in the industry, his inspirations on why he started IFH, and when he decided it was time to just get up and make his films, his way.  You can find Alex, his network, and podcasts at IndieFilmHustle.com.  Subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, YouTube, Google Play, or your favorite podcatching app. And don't forget to rate and review us! Email us at filmmakingsucks@gmail.com with any questions, comments, or subjects you'd like to hear us discuss. You can also now follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/filmmakingpodcast! #FilmmakingSucks Join the Indie Filmmaker Community on Facebook: facebook.com/groups/1798997870171718/ Listen to the HorrorHappens Radio show for current news and interviews from the genre film festivals and conventions you should have on your radar: horrorhappens.com and join his Horror Genre Film Festival Billboard Facebook group! Sign up for ProductionNext via beta.productionnext.com/filmmakingsucks

The Filmmakers Podcast meets the Indie Film Hustle !! Giles Alderson (The Dare) and Alex Ferrari (This Is Meg) chat together about making indie films, podcasting and how Alex made his latest film On The Corner of Ego and Desire at the Sundance Film Festival when the festival was in full swing right under the noses of the every day public and staff. We start at the beginning though and how Alex got started in film-making and his ups and downs before he finally made his first feature film This is Meg. Alex discusses how being the problem as a first timer filmmaker/director and being the issue is one of the reasons why your film might not get made but sometimes it's good not to happen too early or he would have self imploded and destroyed himself with all that came with it. Being so close before it gets taken away is brutal and devastating. How he went after his dream and made This Is Meg. and wrote the Scriptment with the star of the film Jill-Michele Melean . He decided to do what he preaches about and went out and made a movie. "Just do it. Find the resources you know and make it happen". and How he put it out on various platforms including Hulu. People always think your first film has to be a breakthrough hit . It doesn't. Just make a film and learn from your failings Making On The Corner of Ego and Desire, a feature film at the Sundance Film Festival during the festival was a challenge but he made it happen. Getting the cast and crew together and making the ‘director' role a female. Wanted to make a movie about trying to sell a movie at Sundance. A this is Spinal Tap for the movie makers How people at teh festival were happy to help out. Managed to shoot in amazing places, Molly's, outside nightclubs, on buses and Sundance head quarters without getting kicked out. The only issue was the party scene they had at their own Sundance party were people were having too much fun to care about someone making a movie. But Alex tells us how making the whole movie was like improvisation Jazz. It's emotional and semi autobiographical Distribution side of things . Going to see where the festivals takes it. “Get out of your own way, stop being afraid and get out and do it. Don't wait for it to be perfect” Fail as often as you can so you can get down to the work You have to love this, Not only does Alex run the Indie Film Hustle podcast and website but also now hosts the Bullet proof screenwriters podcast Links www.Bulletproofscreenwriters.com www.Indiefilmhustle.com indiefilmhustle.com/egoanddesire/ BUY This is Meg www.amazon.com/This-Meg-Jill-Mic…A1n/dp/B074DQQN1M Twitter @indiefilmhustle @IamAlexFerrari WATCH World of Darkness documentary: www.amazon.co.uk/World-Darkness-D…ee/dp/B07BS35KQ2 Follow us at www.thefilmmakerspodcast.com T @filmmakerspod @gilesalderson

On today's show we are joined by none other than Alex Ferrari, a micro-budget filmmaker and true hustler - known widely for his popular filmmaking podcast Indie Film Hustle. After 20 years in the film business, Alex turned to micro-budget filmmaking as a means to take control over his own destiny and bring his feature narrative projects to life once and for all. This has culminated in the creation of two feature films over the past two years: This Is Meg, and On The Corner Of Ego And Desire. Over the course of the interview, Alex uses his film Meg as a case study, outlining the exact steps he took to get the film made, premiere at Cinequest, and eventually license the film to Hulu. Topics covered include: Working from a scriptment, casting known actors, handling post-production on your own, navigating the festival circuit, finding distribution on major VOD platforms, and much more. Links from the show: Bulletproof Screenplay Podcast: https://indiefilmhustle.com/bulletproof-screenplay-podcast/  Bulletproof Script Coverage: http://www.covermyscreenplay.com    Indie Film Huslte: https://indiefilmhustle.com  IFH Podcast: IFH Podcast   On the Corner of Ego and Desire: http://www.egoanddesirefilm.com   And for more content like this, visit http://www.noamkroll.com

Read 'SYS Podcast Episode 210: Filmmaker / Podcaster Alex Ferrari Talks About His New Micro-Budget Feature Film, This Is Meg' at http://www.SellingYourScreenplay.com. Alex Ferrari talks us through the process of creating a micro-budget feature film. He recently directed and produced This Is Meg, an independent film which is currently available on iTunes, Amazon, and Hulu. […]

5 Rules to Make Money Selling Indie FilmsI feel that one of the reasons I was put on this earth was to help filmmakers and artist make money selling their films and art. There's no reason why filmmakers shouldn't be able to make a steady income from their films. You can here my inspiration rant on this topic here: Why Filmmakers are Always So Damn Broke & What They Can Do to Change It. So I came up with these 5 rules on how to make money selling indie films. I outline what I discuss in the podcast below. If you are going to listen to an episode of the IFH Podcast then this one and #88 (Why Filmmakers are Always So Damn Broke) are two episode you should listen too. Check out the outline below and then listen to the episode. I also go into other areas and core concepts that are not in the list below.1. Understand the initial cost of creating the factory that will build your productBuying gearBuilding a teamPost Production infrastructureDeliverables2. Understand the cost of creating your product vs the return Keep the budget low enough where you feel you can make a healthy return on investmentJoe Swanberg (watch his SXSW talk here)3. Understand your customer and how to engage with them Provide Value to your customerSocial MediaEmail ListWhere does your customer hang out, go there and engage with them4. Understand how you will be getting your product to the customerDistribution OptionsCost of distribution5. Understand revenue streamsDVD/Blu-RayTVODSVODWorkshopsMerchNow get to listening and make your film!Right click here to download the MP3Download on iTunes DirectSlamdance Workshop Discussed on the ShowJoin Blackmagic Design, Slamdance Grand Jury Award winner Andrew McPhillips, and filmmaker and host of Indie Film Hustle Alex Ferrari on Saturday, January 21 from 2:30pm to 4:30pm at the Filmmaker Lounge in the Treasure Mountain Inn for an in-depth workshop on the tools and techniques essential to the independent filmmaker.Andrew McPhillips will discuss lessons learned from shooting his upcoming film “The Doll,” including how to seamlessly switch from production to post. Andrew used an URSA Mini 4.6K to shoot the film, DaVinci Resolve for editing and grading, and Fusion for the VFX. Along with serving as CG Supervisor at SPINVFX, Andrew’s work includes his animated short film “Blood Will Tell” which previously premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and took home top awards at Slamdance.Alex Ferrari will discuss how filmmakers can make the most of DaVinci Resolve as a professional editing solution. Alex recently shot, edited and graded his new film “This Is Meg” using Blackmagic Design. He will dive into the ins-and-outs of what filmmakers need to know when editing with Resolve and how it can best fit into their workflows.A brief Q&A will follow the presentations along with raffles for prizes, including a Micro Cinema Camera, DaVinci Resolve Studio and Fusion Studio!Join Blackmagic Design afterward from 5:00pm to 7:00pm for a happy hour in the Filmmaker Lounge during which attendees can ask questions, demo gear and learn more about Blackmagic Design products for independent filmmakers.LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

Should You Own Your Own Film Gear?Happy New Year IFH Tribe! We are now in 2017 and this will be ana amazing, creative and monumental year for us all. I wanted to start off the year with an "Ask Alex" episode. On this episode I answer the follow tribe member questions:Though I plan on hiring a DP for my movies, I'd like to invest in my very own camera equipment and lights. (Was thinking about investing in that BlackMagic Cinema you keep raving about.)However, I'm being advised NOT to buy my own camera and lights! I was told that unless I'm planning on being a DP myself, and unless I plan on keeping up with all the new models of cameras coming out (which can be expensive), that buying camera equipment makes no sense.What say you? Shouldn't an independent filmmaker seek to have his or her own filmmaking arsenal, just in case? Shouldn't directors at least try to go out, shoot, get a feel for the camera, etc., so that they are better directors, even if they'll never be DPs? What advice would you give someone working with non-acting actors who will be getting little to no pay?So If I go to submit my film to contests and festivals will I have problems with people in public in background shots? Would making the background more out of focus help? I have scenes in stores. Do I need to blur product labels?When is the perfect time in pre-production should you start casting?How important do you feel it is to shoot on film if your plan is to go to the big film festivals hoping to get a distribution deal?  Taking Dov Simens DVD class he stresses its important, but the content is in the age of miniDV, so technology has changed quiet a bit since those DVDs were produced.  Although I know the story is really more important than digital vs film, which do you feel the major film festivals are looking for today or does it matter any more?  I'm looking to shoot mostly film (~75%) and mix some shots and coverage that are shot digitally (~25%).Let's get to answering some questions.Right click here to download the MP3Download on iTunes DirectSlamdance Workshop Discussed on the ShowJoin Blackmagic Design, Slamdance Grand Jury Award winner Andrew McPhillips, and filmmaker and host of Indie Film Hustle Alex Ferrari on Saturday, January 21 from 2:30pm to 4:30pm at the Filmmaker Lounge in the Treasure Mountain Inn for an in-depth workshop on the tools and techniques essential to the independent filmmaker.Andrew McPhillips will discuss lessons learned from shooting his upcoming film “The Doll,” including how to seamlessly switch from production to post. Andrew used an URSA Mini 4.6K to shoot the film, DaVinci Resolve for editing and grading, and Fusion for the VFX. Along with serving as CG Supervisor at SPINVFX, Andrew’s work includes his animated short film “Blood Will Tell” which previously premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and took home top awards at Slamdance.Alex Ferrari will discuss how filmmakers can make the most of DaVinci Resolve as a professional editing solution. Alex recently shot, edited and graded his new film “This Is Meg” using Blackmagic Design. He will dive into the ins-and-outs of what filmmakers need to know when editing with Resolve and how it can best fit into their workflows.A brief Q&A will follow the presentations along with raffles for prizes, including a Micro Cinema Camera, DaVinci Resolve Studio and Fusion Studio!Join Blackmagic Design afterward from 5:00pm to 7:00pm for a happy hour in th

The Art of the $6000 Feature Film with Joshua CaldwellI had the pleasure of meeting Joshua Caldwell, a brother in "indie filmmaking" arms. He directed a $6000 feature film called LAYOVER, which World Premiered at the 2014 Seattle International Film Festival where it was nominated for the New American Cinema Award.The story of how he made the film was education, rebellious and funny. Many things he said mirrored my experience making This is Meg. Josh really has a great philosophy about making films and content. Check out the trailer below to see what a $6000 feature film in today's world looks like.If you are going to make a feature film in the near future you need to listen to this podcast. It will change how you think about making indie films. Below, I also included a talk the Josh Caldwell did at the Seattle International Film Festival that is AWESOME! After you listen to the podcast watch the video below.Right click here to download the MP3Download on iTunes DirectJoshua Caldwell - The $6000 LAYOVER: Rethinking Indie FilmDirector Joshua Caldwell discusses making his debut feature film, LAYOVER, for only $6000 and how filmmakers need to rethink their role in the ever shifting paradigm of independent filmmaking.Here's a bit more about Joshua Caldwell:Joshua Caldwell is an accomplished director, writer, producer, and MTV Movie Award winner. He has worked with a number of high-profile producers, including CSI: creator Anthony E. Zuiker, for whom he produced CYBERGEDDON, the online global motion picture event for Yahoo!, and directed all of the film’s ancillary content for its immersive website.His award-winning short film DIG, starring Mark Margolis of BREAKING BAD, was featured in numerous film festivals, and his latest short RESIGNATION screened at Comic-Con.Slamdance Workshop Discussed on the ShowJoin Blackmagic Design, Slamdance Grand Jury Award winner Andrew McPhillips, and filmmaker and host of Indie Film Hustle Alex Ferrari on Saturday, January 21 from 2:30pm to 4:30pm at the Filmmaker Lounge in the Treasure Mountain Inn for an in-depth workshop on the tools and techniques essential to the independent filmmaker.Andrew McPhillips will discuss lessons learned from shooting his upcoming film “The Doll,” including how to seamlessly switch from production to post. Andrew used an URSA Mini 4.6K to shoot the film, DaVinci Resolve for editing and grading, and Fusion for the VFX. Along with serving as CG Supervisor at SPINVFX, Andrew’s work includes his animated short film “Blood Will Tell” which previously premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and took home top awards at Slamdance.Alex Ferrari will discuss how filmmakers can make the most of DaVinci Resolve as a professional editing solution. Alex recently shot, edited and graded his new film “This Is Meg” using Blackmagic Design. He will dive into the ins-and-outs of what filmmakers need to know when editing with Resolve and how it can best fit into their workflows.A brief Q&A will follow the presentations along with raffles for prizes, including a Micro Cinema Camera, DaVinci Resolve Studio and Fusion Studio!Join Blackmagic Design afterward from 5:00pm to 7:00pm for a happy hour in the Filmmaker Lounge during which attendees can ask questions, demo gear and learn more about Blackmagic Design products for independent filmmakers.LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEOfficial WebsiteJoshua Caldwell - 

On this episode of of The Perfect 10, comedian and actor,  Jill-Michele Melean gives us the skinny on promoting her new film, "This Is Meg" and takes us on an amazing journey about the process of crowd funding and what goes into the process of making a project you really believe in. She brings her positive energy, a fan favorite, our favorite an really is just one of us here at the  P10 podcast. Tune in now.

Film Crowdfunding CampaignSo today is the day. The THIS IS MEG Film Crowdfunding Campaign is LIVE! Click here to check it out: Down the Filmmaking Rabbit Hole. I've been working for months on the campaign and am very proud of what I and the team has done. So below I wanted to share the Top ten tip I have learned from the many experts, guest and successful campaigns I've reviewed in prepping for my launch. I'll be going in greater detail on all these topics in the podcast so definitly take a listen: Top 10 Tips to Launch a Film Crowdfunding CampaignTop 10 Tips to Launch a Film Crowdfunding CampaignAssemble a Team Ahead of Time: You are not an island! You need a group of amazing people who are willing to help you on this journey. Check out our Launch Team for THIS IS MEG - Click here30 day campaigns works best: Of all the film campaigns that met their goals, 32.71% of them ran their campaigns for 30-39 days, while only 13.87% of successful campaigns ran for 60 days.Keep your campaign page updated: On average, successful film campaigns post 5 updates. Updates can include anything from press mentions, new incentives, celebrity endorsements, events, – anything that you think your community would be interested in. After all, your contributors are giving their money to help bring your film to the screen, so naturally they’ll be interested in any updates you provide. Continually updating your campaign page is one of the best ways to keep your community and fans involved in the process.Estimate Costs Carefully: So many filmmakers just pull a budget out of their butts. Breakdown what you really need for your entire filmmaking journey.Study Successes and Failures: I studied sooooooo many campaigns before we launched. I took courses (see free crowdfunding campain below) and analized both successes and failures.Give Fans An Inside Look: People want to be part of the process. Bring them into your process, your filmmaking craftmanship.Add New Perks through the Campaign: One unique aspect of film campaigns is that filmmakers have an huge range of creativity for your incentives. From signed memorbilia to meet-and-greets to set visits, you have lots of ways to incentivize your backers to help you reach your goal.Include affordable perks: Don't make the incentives for the private sky boxes, create incentives for the bleachers too. Make the journey accessable to all who want to join the trip.Include a pitch video: For God's sake make a good pitch video. I go into a ton of detail on this in the podcast. Check out our pitch video and let us know what you think:Build an Audience & Networking: I can not stress the importance of building and audience before you launch. Not only that but also know where the audience for your film hangs out online so you can reach them.Right click here to download the MP3LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEINDIE FILM SYNDICATE Membership CommunityTHIS IS MEG Crowdfunding CampaignAudio-Technica ATR2100-USB Cardioid Dynamic USB/XLR MicrophoneTASCAM DR-40 4-Track Por