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Independent Film Distribution Masterclass

Introduction

Meet Your Instructor

Film Distribution 101

How are Films Distributed?
How do distributors negotiate to buy a film?
Do I need A Sales Agent or Producer's Rep?
What do distributors pay for films?
Are Film Festivals Worth It?
Where do distributors find films to acquire?
What do you need to sell your film?

The Windows of Film Distribution

Theatrical & Four Walling (4:50)
TVOD - Transaction Video On Demand (2:13)
SVOD - Subscription Video On Demand (3:10)
AVOD - Advertising Supported Video on Demand (2:23)
Pay and Ad-Supported Television (0:52)
Home Video (DVD, BD, UHD) (3:47)
Educational, Airlines, Hotels, and Ancillary Rights (1:30)
Merchandizing Rights (3:40)

Self Distribution

Why You Shouldn't Self Distribute, FIRST (3:25)
Don't Blow Your Chance At Success (1:41)
What To Expect When You Self Distribute (4:23)

Negotiating The Deal

The Minimum Guarantee: How Much To Sell For (3:36)
Set an Expense Cap To Not Get Screwed (1:47)
How Long Should You Sell The Rights For? (3:00)
Should You Sell Worldwide Rights? (2:33)
How Much Should The Distributor Fee Be? (2:00)
What is A Backend Split? (1:32)
The Financial Waterfall (5:31)
How To Carve Out Your Rights (1:40)
Secure The Right To Audit & Full Transparent Accounting (1:42)
Who Creates The Final Poster and Trailer? (2:35)
Everything Is Negotiable (1:17)
IMPORTANT! Guild/Union Assumption of Residuals. (4:50)
Deliverables & Payment Schedule (3:42)
Errors & Omissions Insurance, A MUST (2:14)
The Producer's Corridor, Your Secret To First Dollar Gross (1:25)

Getting Paid

When To Expect Payment, NET60 vs NET90 (3:21)
Net vs Gross Revenue (1:17)
How and When Do Each Window Pay (5:04)

Bonus Material ($4,175 Value)

Introduction to Bonus Material (0:43)
Poster & Trailer Vendors (Up to 20% Off, $500 Value)
1-Hour Free Consultation ($300 Value) (0:25)
Independent & Mini-Major Distributor List ($3,000 Value)
Billing Block Template

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