Finance YOUR Movie!: Recent Episodes
Scott duPont
How to raise money for an independent feature, documentary, short film, or web series even if you’ve failed before. Discover the step-by-step process (secrets, tips & strategies) including WHO are the best potential investors, WHERE to find them, WHEN to contact them and exactly WHAT to say when you approach them. This show will give proven advice to anyone looking to raise between $25K to $2.5 million for their project.
Veteran Producer Jones also shares how his company Artist View Entertainment can help filmmakers with finishing and/or distribution.
The amazing story of a wrestler who became a pastor (and a true hero) and then with persistence got his life story turned into a movie.
Anyone looking for investors (including film investors) can gain some great insights from sales expert Kevin Ward who literally wrote “The Book of Yes”.
Filmmaker William Garcia (being a line producer as well) also discusses the importance of starting every project with a solid, accurate budget and top sheet to share with potential investors.
Filmmaker Rick Pamplin returns to the show to share some film finance stories and advice he has learned over many decades in the indie film business.
Filmmaker Rick Pamplin returns to the show to share some film finance stories and advice he has learned over many decades in the indie film business.
Host Scott duPont shares specific examples of disempowering language (words) that will stop your fundraising chances and what language will empower you and help attract potential investors.
Must listen to episode on some strategies filmmaker Brian Long shares which helped him get 3 feature films funded back to back!
Host Scott duPont shares why the personal, emotional connection is so important on the initial phase of indie film fundraising and why almost all first time investor invest in “people” first, while the project is secondary.
Host Scott duPont concisely shares his “16 Commandments” (aka the “Dos & Don’ts” of Film Fundraising). You may need to listen to this short episode twice!
Entertainment attorney, filmmaker, author and entrepreneur Monroe Mann shares valuable advice on film fundraising and much more.
The longest, but possibly the most interesting episode of all 6 seasons! Gregg Hale shares stories from getting “The Blair Witch Project” funded and picked up at Sundance (later earning hundreds of millions$) and also for the first time reveals plans for his next big project “Emerald Anvil”!
Scott duPont interviews filmmaker Mark Mosrie on how he and his team quickly changed course when Covid started. They successfully funded their movie and even came in under budget.
Host Scott duPont stresses the importance of adding one or two veteran producers to your project (and the business plan) which will help attract more potential investors.
Scott duPont shares a new solution for the “chicken & egg” syndrome. How do you come up with the initial seed money (development funds) to get your project 100% ready to share with investors, if you have no money to start with?
Scott duPont explains why if you don’t get this mindset right from the beginning (believing you don’t know anyone who could invest in your movie), you’ll likely never get funded!
Host Scott duPont shares specific reasons why these types of investors and capital investor groups are usually not a good fit for indie films.
Host Scott duPont shares a few stats he has studied over the years to help filmmaker focus more on what gets results and what things NOT to do that won’t help your project get financed.
Filmmaker Jack Cook reveals how he’s releasing “The Private Eye” to theaters and shares a little about his next two projects that he’s putting together now.
Filmmaker Jack Cook goes into detail about how he cut the budget down to about $1M and then raised the money to shoot his dream project “The Private Eye” during the pandemic.
Host Scott duPont shares a specific example of how showing a script to potential investors (or actual investors in this case) is a terrible idea!
Writer-Director Ronald W. Jackson gets candid on why he funds his own projects and how he made his latest movie “Murder & Cocktails” for just $78K!
Host Scott duPont stresses the importance of a pipeline of new potential investors each week and shares how to find more of them to speed up the process of financing your movie!
Writer-Director-Producer James Fox is joined by Steven Istock of California Pictures who is helping (along with Vision Films) to get Foxx’s latest film out to a wide audience.
Host Scott duPont interviews Writer-Actor-Producer Cal Barnes on how he financed and got to direct his first feature.
Scott duPont suggests some goals to consider for the new year as well as an incredible gift (offer)…Make sure to listen to the end!
Host Scott duPont discusses the important trigger(s) that help investors come on board to your project.
Host Scott duPont interviews Writer-Director Rick Pamplin on how “BURT REYNOLDS: The Last Interview” came together and how he structured the points with previous investors and the new Exec. Producer.
Host Scott duPont interviews Writer-Director Rick Pamplin on how his latest film “BURT REYNOLDS: The Last Interview” came together.
Host Scott duPont interviews Writer-Director-Producer Alex Haughey about how he put together his latest feature film “Under The Influencer” and the lessons learned.
Find out how this amazing low budget indie film came to fruition and went to theaters nationwide, streaming, worldwide and now back again in time for the new Holiday Season!
Stardom Films President & Producer Jeff Vanderpol got 4 films funded this past year (and more to come soon) while incorporating a new business model that may likely change the old Hollywood studio system forever.
Host Scott duPont teases a brand new season and shares the one trait film fundraisers MUST have to be successful.
Host Scott wraps up season 5 with a few suggested “MUST LISTEN” episodes and advice to help you with funding if you’re not yet financed.
Veteran filmmaker Brad Wilson shares decades of fundraising advice along with how he did his first successful equity crowdfunding campaign.
If you’re launching your fundraising efforts soon, in the middle of fundraising now, or stuck on your fundraising, these valuable tips will help you build a rapport with potential investors and improve your success of funding.
Host Scott duPont shares a way to come up with seed money through a single “development” investor before you raise any of the regular “production” money.
Sales expert and coach Andy Olen shares more valuable tips & strategies that apply to interacting with potential film investors (part 2).
Host Scott duPont interviews sales expert and coach Andy Olen who shares valuable tips & strategies that apply to interacting with potential film investors. MUST WATCH episode!
Host Scott duPont shares the four (4) important things you need to do that real estate (and other business minded) investors will respond to that will give you a better chance of getting a few of them to invest in your movie.
Writer-Director-Producer Ramos shares how he was able to get his new feature length successfully documentary funded twice! “South Beach Shark Club” is now in release.
Lightell shares why his first crowdfunding campaign worked, why one campaign did not and then who finally stepped up with $ money.
Host Scott duPont rants about bad Pitch Decks and why most fail to raise $. He also discusses what the key components are in a great Business Plan that can help your project get funded.
Listen to the great advice from these filmmakers discussing their latest movie “Follow Her” now in theaters & streaming!
A MUST listen to episode for filmmakers and investors. The future as seen by Legion M President and Co-Founder Jeff Annison.
An in depth interview with filmmaker Lee Chambers who shares advice including how he “novelizes” his screenplays which leads to investors.
An inspiring episode of a first-time filmmaker with a dream of making his first movie. Mo Jones makes a great movie, finds distribution and now gets to share it with the world.
Filmmaker Yadhu Krishnan discusses how he got started in the film business and then how he raised the funds for his latest and most exciting movie project to date: “CROSSFIRE”.
Actor-Producer Terissa Kelton shares her producing journey to most recently co-founding Rehab Entertainment now developing and producing multiple projects for Apple TV.
Crash Buist & Lauren Senechal shared how they not only raised money for their first feature, but also how they creatively produced a high quality cinematic movie critics are raving about!
Guest Michael Stein shares strategies how he broke into the movie business, successfully financed his movies and creatively attached “Name” talent with very little money.
An inspiring episode of one filmmaker’s journey overcoming major health obstacles to follow her dreams!
Scott duPont shares how he veered away from his proven blueprint used to successfully get his first films funded. He chased “Film Investors” and failed miserably. Don’t make this same mistake if you want to fast track your funding.
Great advice from one of the top experts on how indie filmmakers can get products “cleared” and/or get free products used in the movie, and in some cases even money or sponsorship.
Two weeks after seeing Horton’s latest film “Craving” on the big screen, host Scott duPont catches up with J. “Jason” Horton to find out the secrets behind his successful career of funding so many movies.
Film finance expert and host Scott duPont breaks down how quickly you can raise your “movie money” once you get over this mental barrier and needless fear of sharing your business plan with many people.
The “no time” excuse kills many great films from ever getting made. Scott duPont shares how fundraising can be done in as little as 1 or 2 hours a day and pay attention at the end of this episode because he’s looking to possibly INVEST in YOUR movie!
Writer-producer John Pate shares how he and his producing partner raised $ for their microbudget film and also how they found the perfect distributor.
Don’t let any excuses including: being broke or bankrupt, not being connected, and/or not knowing any “rich” people stop you from getting your dream movie made!
Host Scott duPont breaks down the big mistake most filmmakers make chasing “Name” actors vs. bringing in “Name” talent at the end and explaining this method to potential investors for them to come on board with funding first.
A relatively new film investor, Menachem Woontelier gets very candid about why he is investing in movies and what he looks for in filmmakers & their projects.
As they say a “two-pronged approach is better than one!” Host Scott duPont explains in detail how he uses this strategy when reaching out to and following up with potential investors.
Don’t worry if you’re not religious, host Scott duPont explains how faith and belief are KEY to getting your film funded and references specific examples of recent funding success stories.
Caliber goes into detail about how he reached out to potential donors & investors and his effective tracking system that helped him get his feature “16 Bits” funded.
A must listen to episode especially for first time Director-Producers and/or anyone looking to do a faith based film!
Host Scott duPont shares examples of how to “Be yourself” and authentic when interacting with potential investors during the fundraising process. That means not hyping or over selling your project (and other common mistakes) which investors witness all too often.
After meeting Tom Brainsky at a recent Mega Success event, host Scott duPont invites Tom to candidly discuss his new interest in taking the plunge and investing in independent films
When problems and obstacles come up in film fundraising (they always do), Scott duPont shares when and how he comes up with solutions.
Host Scott duPont discusses the value of “role playing” for film producers to practice their pitch (to potential investors) before reaching out to actual investors.
Host Scott duPont explains why Mindset is so critical to maintain during the fundraising process.
The GOOD news is that it’s not all BAD news if you’re raising money for your very “first” feature. Host Scott duPont explains his strategy he used for his very first feature to successfully raise $1M.
Host Scott duPont explains the fine line between sharing your enthusiasm and excitement for your movie with potential investors vs. “Hyping” your project too much.
Producer Maggie Pamplin shares advice on she successfully reaches out to potential investors on her last project: “Movie Money CONFIDENTIAL”.
Writer-Director Rick Pamplin is back to share stories on how he got two of his other indie films funded (“Michael Winslow Live” and “Hoover”) in a very short period of time.
Host Scott duPont explains the Pros (especially for a higher budgeted film – above $2M) and Cons of working with a film finance company vs. raising the money yourself.
Making quick decisions and being “Decisive” is a trait all successful film fundraisers have. Host Scott duPont breaks down why this trait is so important.
Host Scott duPont dives into the “Anything but…” syndrome many filmmakers get distracted with and shares the two important action steps needed to get investors for your project.
Most potential investors will say NO. Use these five important steps and a few of them just may change their mind or circle back to invest into one of your future projects.
Jeff Vanderpol, the founder of Stardom Chance and his UK production partner, Jonathan Willis of Posterity Films discuss the unique model of funding their first of many films!
Host Scott duPont reminds filmmakers that there are MANY different reasons why people invest in indie films. Make sure you’re aware of these different reasons. It’s also a good idea to ask potential investors what may be important to them?
Host Scott duPont continues the discussion and shares a few more actions most unsuccessful filmmakers do and what you must do differently to successfully get your project funded!
Most filmmakers are out looking for “FILM Investors” and fail to ever get funded. Host Scott duPont shares why this is one of the BIGGEST MISTAKES and what every filmmaker should do instead!
Host Scott duPont talks candidly with Dr. Bilancione on how he pitched several different films to him over the years before Carl finally made his first film investment and the reasons why.
Writer-Director Rick Pamplin shares more updates on key crew, cast & investors of “Movie Money CONFIDENTIAL” after the film’s successful release and also reveals some of his upcoming movie projects.
Writer-Director Rick Pamplin shares updates on key crew, cast & investors of “Movie Money CONFIDENTIAL” after the film’s successful release.
Host Scott duPont shares many creative ideas how to raise movie money from individuals or businesses.
Scott duPont interviews brand new film investors who put money into “Movie Money CONFIDENTIAL”, raised the stakes by doubling their investment and are now invested in a second film!
Scott duPont shares a daily habit that has helped him connect with an abundance of potential investors for the past 10 years. BONUS: at the end of this episode is a new funding source that “might” be able to fund your next screenplay (if your budget is under $1M)!
Host Scott duPont and Casey Tennyson discuss the entire process of her getting into her very first film investment.
Host Scott duPont interviews self taught filmmaker John Ewing III who invested in his earlier films and is now producing films with other people’s money.
Host Scott duPont interviews self taught filmmaker John Ewing III who invested in his earlier films and is now producing films with other people’s money.
Scott duPont shares the true story of a homeless guy giving better advice than a M.D. and how often times a self educated producer can give better fundraising advice than an academically acclaimed film professor.
Host Scott duPont gives specific examples and shares strategies how to share your film project via social media that can lead to investors coming on board your project.
Scott duPont shares why the individual steps are important during the fund raising process, but also why the syntax (the order) of these steps can make or break potential investors coming on board to fund your project.
Host Scott duPont goes through specific problems and solutions that often come up during film fundraising. Learn to spend 95% of your time on the solution to get funded and less than 5% of your time pondering the problem.
Find out the ONE trait that a tenacious filmmaker had, which was the KEY to him raising tens of millions in funding his entire slate of films!
Jon Gosier (Founder and CEO of Film Hedge) created a great business model to help indie filmmakers with funding any aspect of their production(s).
Host Scott duPont shares why these 3 months (April, May and/or June) are often the BEST months of the year to find investors, if you’ve got your business plan ready.
Host duPont meets and networks with Jerry d May at a Georgia Hollywood Review event and sits down with Jerry to find some of his secrets to networking with producing partners and investors.
Writer-Director-Producer (and experienced line producer) Michael Baumgarten explains in detail why a realistic “TOP Sheet” budget is critically important to potential investors when raising “Movie Money”.
Whether or not you actually attended film school, Scott duPont shares the dangers of starting to fundraise for your first project if you’re a part of the “University of Not Knowing.”
Host Scott duPont shares a real world example of a producer not following up with a potential investor and explains how this trap can cost you hundreds of thousands (if not millions) of dollars in lost film investments for your project!
Scott duPont and PJ Marks (who became the Executive Producer of Movie Money CONFIDENTIAL) discuss step by step how PJ became the biggest investor into the new documentary which is now streaming everywhere.
Matt Boda, Founder of “Get it Made” shares more info about his film incubator which already has some success stories!
Matt Boda, Founder of “Get it Made” talks about his film incubator which is already having some success stories. All writers and any producers with scripts should listen to this!
Aspiring writer Palmer Edward asked the experts for advice during filming of “Movie Money CONFIDENTIAL” and you WON’T BELIEVE what happened before the movie even got released?! Don’t miss this episode!
Writer-Director Rick Pamplin shares more tips and discusses what he learned during the filming of his newest project “Movie Money CONFIDENTIAL” now streaming everywhere.
Writer-Director Rick Pamplin shares fundraising tips & strategies for raising “Movie Money” which was the focus of his newest film, now streaming everywhere.
Scott duPont gives an important overview and simple strategies to help keep you making calls to potential investors and not falling into the potential trap of quitting or procrastinating like so many indie film producers do.
Jeff Vanderpol shares more exciting details about Stardom Chance’s new platform giving all writers UNBEATABLE odds to win a “Best Screenplay” award, get their script funded and get their movie made!
After years of development, President & founder of Stardom Chance Jeff Vanderpol unveils a new platform giving all writers UNBEATABLE odds to win a “Best Screenplay” award, get funded and get their movie made!
Host Scott duPont does NOT endorse any criminal acts or behaviors, but shares the one trait all the successful scammers have that you also need to be successful in getting movie investors.
Host Scott duPont shares why you should NOT update or revise your movie business plan very often. This strategy will build interest and intrigue some potential investors who will be more excited to actually invest!
Scott duPont was a witness to a live “open pitch” session and explains what went terribly wrong. He reminds film investors to always “do their research” before pitching the larger potential investors…especially those who may be investing $100K, $500K $1M or more.
Scott duPont dives deep again into the critically important “Mindset” needed to be able to keep “going the distance” when raising funding for your film project.
Host Scott duPont shares a simple 4-Step process he calls “H-E-L-P” to quickly & easily “share” your business plan with people and a reminder that everyone is a potential investor.
Expert storyteller Natalia Nutting shares more advice on how to connect with potential investors on an “emotional” level, which may help some of them become investors to your project.
Film investors sometimes write large checks if they get “emotionally” connected to a project or you. Expert storyteller Natalia Nutting shares advice on how to connect with potential investors on an “emotional” level.
Host Scott duPont shares two traps filmmakers often fall into and then shares in detail how he secured a $75K investor the day before Christmas Eve.
Scott duPont quickly breaks down the “7 Sins” or the 7 Ways filmmakers can kill a potential investor call if they’re not careful or aware.
A candid conversation with Actor-Producer Nick Searcy on his lucky break with Tom Cruise, raising $300K for his first project, a breakthrough crowdfunding film, and two recent documentaries all while keeping busy in front of the camera!
Host Scott duPont explains how “First time” filmmakers actually have some advantages over veteran filmmakers when they raise money for their first feature project.
Part 2 of the Ray Forchion interview where Ray dives deep into all the new SAG Indie agreements now available to low budget producers (from $0 up to $2M).
Host Scott duPont connects with veteran actor, turned writer-producer Ray Forchion about his “film hustle” for many of his own projects.
Host Scott duPont shares a reminder to "K.I.S.S." (Keep it Simple Stupid) and to focus on the end goal of getting funded.
Steven Shea continues to share his story starting off by taking on-set stills (out of film school) to adapting over the years and getting his projects funded in unique ways including his latest film “Surviving Supercon”.
Steven Shea (President of Abyssmal Entertainment) shares his story starting off by taking on-set stills (out of film school) to adapting over the years and getting his projects funded in unique ways.
This is a follow up from the previous episode. Host Scott duPont shares an essential “elevator pitch” you should be sharing with all your potential investors, especially those who have never invested in a movie before.
Host Scott duPont shares a direct quote from a fellow filmmaker (and many filmmakers feel this same way) about the ‘perception” that most investors are avoiding the risk of investing in any films after the pandemic year of 2020. The good news is this is absolutely FALSE!
Lockhart shares additional insights about raising money for films and what it takes for longevity in the movie business.
Emmy award winning producer, actor and writer David A. Lockhart shares insights into putting together projects and raising money for films including his most recent “Lockhart” trilogy.
This is the single MOST IMPORTANT thing filmmakers must do to accelerate their fundraising and to ensure long term fundraising success for all future projects as well.
Host Scott duPont reminds filmmakers the importance of having clear, compelling goals (including a film mission statement) along with laser focus which speeds up the process of getting investors for your project.
Robert Burton and Chris Gilmore (from Red Velvet Entertainment) share more about how they raised their money and put together their successful film “Blood Pageant”!
Season 4 kicks off with a jam packed show revealing how Robert Burton and Chris Gilmore raised their money and put together the successful film “Blood Pageant”!
If have a film project you’re excited about, but don’t have it financed yet, listen this episode TODAY. Host Scott duPont explains a unique offer to help you!
Host Scott duPont reminds filmmakers of some common sense things to do (and NOT to do) when sharing your project with potential investors.
Award winning director Peter J. Eaton and his producing partner Susanna Velasquez get candid about financing their latest project “Past Shadows” and share other great advice for filmmakers looking for funding.
You may run into a few potential investors who’ve already made up their minds in advance they do NOT want to invest in a film. Host Scott duPont shares his 5 Step simple process that may sway a few of them to actually invest!
Host Scott duPont runs through the two most common revenue splits in getting money back to investors, and how to explain each ROI model to potential investors when pitching your movie.
Scott duPont shares examples how the most successful people (including film fundraisers) use “Congruency” to immediately connect with potential investors. It’s an important strategy to remember before every potential investor call or meeting.
The importance of launching your fundraising campaign with a few investors the first two weeks and the critical momentum it will provide you and your team right out of the gate.
Scott duPont shares a valuable tip to suggest larger investment amounts without being “salesy”. This strategy will bring in a few investors at higher investment levels vs. prejudging anyone to come in at the minimum buy-in.
Matt Miller openly shares his remarkable journey… a whopping 60 projects in just over 10 years! Great advice for anyone who wants to start a film production company or get started financing their first feature & how to keep repeat investors!
Host Scott duPont shares one important question you should start asking which will (over time) build up your “Relationship Capital”. This in turn will lead to more real Capital to fund your film projects.
The new and youngest demographic: “Generation Z” has a combined annual buying power of $300 Billion! You do NOT want to overlook these potential investors and host Scott duPont breaks down 10 Tips & Strategies for turning some of them into your next investors.
Before becoming Caitlyn, Bruce Jenner became one of the most world’s most successful Olympic athletes, TV hosts, and business entrepreneurs in history by doing this ONE thing. It’s a powerful and valuable lesson to all filmmakers looking to raise “movie money”.
Some of these things to DO and NOT DO are common sense, others you’ll want to make them habits for more chances at fundraising success.
The Dunnit Films partners (Scott Dunn & Gina Gomez Dunn) discuss how they financed their first films including a successful crowdfunding campaign, and unveil their game plan to get investors & distribution for their future films.
Most producers and fundraisers face major challenges and frustration during fundraising. It can be lonely in the beginning before people start investing. Learn how to combat these challenges head on.
Scott duPont shares two specific examples from successful producers who made “special offers” to their potential investors and ended up collecting larger investment checks.
Host Scott duPont compares the BIG mistake and the one BRILLIANT move in the award-winning film “Minari” to what most indie filmmakers do when fundraising for their own movie.
Scott duPont interviews the inspiring writer-actor-producer Verrin Cofield who loses $170K in funding for his indie film when the pandemic hit, but prevails despite all odds to still make the movie happen!
You won’t want to miss this episode! Host Scott duPont shares a unique and timely strategy many audience members may choose to implement to help raise their "Movie Money".
Finding THIS PERSON and hiring him or her will fast-track your fundraising. This strategy is the best short cut to funding your project!
This is a big mind shift, but after listening to stories of Executive Producers and larger investors obtaining THEIR dreams, you’ll be more motivated than ever to make more calls and do more meetings with potential investors.
Do NOT skip this episode! These two (2) words can really work to help potential investors become investors who write checks!
After studying hundreds of filmmakers and interviewing many of them (the ones who consistent & successfully raise movie money), Scott duPont identifies the five (5) traits they all have in common.
Scott duPont discusses in detail how to understand and leverage the first production investment check, and the last check, which allows you to break escrow and commence filming!
Host Scott duPont shares detailed tips and unique ways how to speak to potential investors about incentives that may help them be more likely to invest with you and your project.
Scott duPont interviews “Movie Money CONFIDENTIAL” cast member “KOOGE” Kweli who is an expert on movie fundraising, especially when it comes to getting grant money.
Even veteran producers (who have raised money for past projects) fall victim to funding strike outs if they get complacent or don’t do the right things. Host Scott duPont points out the two (2) big mistakes one producer made which led to him NOT getting his documentary film funded.
Even if some of your potential investors don’t ask this question, they want to know the answer. Host Scott duPont address this subliminal question head on with 3 specific examples which ALL worked to obtain funding.
Host Scott duPont interviews Robbie Stokes, Jr. (President & Founder of the “I Talk to Strangers” foundation) who is also finishing up his “I Talk to Strangers” feature length documentary film.
If and when a potential investor tells you they’re considering a different film investment oppty., these are the exact steps to handle it. Most of the time IF they invest in a film, if you follow these 5 steps they’ll likely invest with YOU.
Writer-Director-Producer Trigonis literally “wrote the book” on Crowdfunding and shares several secrets to funding your own indie film!
The inspiring true story of a lady who almost quit her dreams to start driving for Uber. She found a coach and in a few months her life changed beyond her wildest dreams!
Dan Griffin shares more success stories on how he became a valuable producer when he learned how to bring “movie money” to different projects and even managed to pull in Ridley Scott at the 11th hour!
Dan Griffin shares his success stories on how he broke into the film business and quickly became a valuable producer when he learned to bring "movie money" to different projects.
Host Scott duPont shares a story about a fellow film producer who always plans ahead prior to his investors calls and this time it paid off with a $25K investment!
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Indie film producer Nik Tizekker started making short films in school and never stopped making films until one day, he receives a call out of the blue that will change his film career forever!
Scott duPont lays out 4 specific reasons why this 1 Rule about raising Movie Money (widely taught in film schools and in Hollywood) is not only false, but can actually STOP you from bringing on board investors.
Host Scott duPont reveals a secret to additional movie money most indie filmmakers never consider. This abundant source of movie money is especially useful if you’ve gone through your entire investor list, and still need more $.
Veteran Producer Howard Nash shares sage advice he’s learned over 3 decades on successfully fundraising & packaging indie films.
Scott duPont explains what the “Impulse Window” is when dealing with potential investors and shares the secret to opening it back up (once it’s closed).
No matter how many projects you’ve successfully raised money for, there are always challenges. Host Scott duPont shares advice how to look for the “small Victories” to keep pushing forward every day to achieve your funding goals.
The second part of the interview with Wynkoop who shares secrets how he funds & keeps making his ultra-low microbudget films. He also makes an offer to any producers looking for an IMDB credit to contact him on Facebook.
A fascinating interview with Actor-Producer-Writer Joel Wynkoop who shares secrets how he funds & keeps making his ultra-low microbudget films.
Host Scott duPont reminds filmmakers to check and update all of their social media pages, websites, etc. at least once a year before any potential investors do online research before investing.
Scott duPont explains the importance of creating specific, written Goals when it comes to film fundraising and shares a few tips, strategies & hacks to help you stay focused to raise your Movie Money.
Host Scott duPont shares a story & a valuable lesson of “Downselling” to avoid losing potential investors and also help attract long term clients who may invest in multiple projects with you over time.
Live from London…Crowdfunding Expert Jordan Bunton-Williams shares Tips & Strategies while offering his FREE Crowdfunding Masterclass. A MUST watch for anyone considering a crowdfunding campaign including Kickstarter or Indiegogo.
Host Scott duPont learns from a fellow film producer a simple yet, genius strategy of bringing in two (2) different sources of money (investments & donations) at the same time to fund your project more quickly!
Calling in from Australia, Lynn Santer raises initial funding from all around the globe and explains her 3 part strategy to finance her narrative, theatrical passion project: “Land of the Free!”
From the book “Attracting Investors” Host Scott duPont shares and reminds filmmakers of the three (3) most important things investors are always looking for.
The amazing, behind-the-scenes “SHARK TANK” story of the team who got ALL the ‘Sharks’ competing to invest first! A rare “shark feeding frenzy”! Doug Storer shares the valuable lessons learned and how they scored $250,000.00!
Host Scott duPont issues a warning to all U.S. filmmakers and then clarifies the reasons to NOT talk to or pitch “Strangers” before you share your project with all your contacts (people who you already know and have relationships with) first.
Host Scott duPont shares a valuable success lesson about “mindset” and “perseverance” he learned from a college friend who had more success than he could dream of his freshman year. That life-long lesson directly applies to raising movie money.
Willis shares more tips & advice specifically what helped him raise $1M for his directorial debut film. He also discusses his master class for those wanting more details on every single step he took to be successful @ EquityCrowdfundingMasterclass.com
Writer-Director David J. Willis answers questions our audience asked about “How to Raise Money for a Film with the new Equity Crowdfunding model?” David shares how he became the first person in the U.S. to raise $1M for a film!
duPont gives specific examples on how to place yourself in your potential investors’ shoes and by making everything EASY for your them, that can help make some of them actual investors.
Emmy Award winner Caminer shares tips on how she traditionally funded her previous films & now she’s launching an Equity crowd funding campaign for her latest narrative feature: “Follow Her”. https://wefunder.com/FollowHer
duPont stresses the importance of putting a MARKETING strategy in your business plan & budget. Even if you don’t raise that marketing $ right away, thinking through the marketing of your film in advance will help attract investors.
Host Scott duPont shares a few simple strategies to get fast cash, either in terms of an investment or a bridge loan to make your project a reality.
Are you running into roadblocks in getting investors? Is your team having problems raising the money and seem to be in a rut? Host Scott duPont spells out the 7 most common Reasons why and how to address them!
Host Scott duPont interviews prolific actor-producer Valensky Sylvain who shares practical advice on how he has sustained a successful career putting together and financing films for almost 2 decades.
duPont shares more language and tips, especially when dealing with left brain (analytical and business minded) potential investors and what words & phrases can help attract them to be actual investors.
Host Scott duPont shares specific language and words that most potential investors appreciate and will help build rapport, trust and attract more of them to actually invest in your project!
The second part of duPont’s interview with writer-director-producer Beth Rosen who shares her story and practical advice on how she packaged & produced dozens of movies & TV shows the last 10 years.
Host Scott duPont interviews writer-director-producer Beth Rosen who shares her story and practical advice on how she packaged and produced dozens of movies & TV shows the last 10 years.
Host Scott duPont vents his frustration about a producer he’s coaching who is NOT listening to any advice and has been striking out with every single potential investor he solicits. Learn from mistakes or choose to be Insane!
Unlike raising money through crowdfunding campaigns where e-mails, texts & DMs can work, Scott duPont stresses the importance of ASKING for Movie Money as well as sometimes doing a “Secondary ASK” when potential investors say No.
Host Scott duPont shares the # 1 KEY to successful fundraising. He explains and contrasts the FEARS that hold back filmmakers who struggle or fail to raise money vs. successful filmmakers who do get their Movie Money!
When you face problems or challenges raising Movie Money (and you will), You need to change things up and PIVOT your way to success.
Host Scott duPont shares two stories as a reminder that the most obvious person to ASK to invest is often times right in front of you.
The second part of the interview where Jack Cook shares how he finally raised the money for his passion project “The Private Eye” which is now getting ready to film!
Host Scott duPont interviews Director-Actor-Producer Jack Cook on how he took control of his own destiny and from small town, USA made it to Hollywood.
Host Scott duPont warns all filmmakers about outsiders who may try and sabotage your film project by undermining your current investors! duPont also shares the R.A.P.P. strategy that in most cases can prevent or remedy any problem and allow you to keep the investor’s money.
Host Scott duPont has an epiphany about why so many filmmakers don’t reach out to friends, family or people they know well to invest in their own films and how it costs them in the end.
Antonio Sabato, Jr. welcomes anyone who wants to join his mission at ConFlix Studios.com and the first feature film he and his team are kicking off is a western titled: “Trailblazers”.
Host Scott duPont spent 7 years chasing down a billionaire to pitch him a movie and it didn’t work out as planned.
Jose Zambrano Cassella shares more stories of how his early films were funded, gives sage advice to new Directors, and talks about one of the upcoming features he’s slated to direct called “WIN”.
This sounds like a joke, but an actual bar bet landed Jose Zambrano Cassella in the Director’s chair of his first feature film! Cassella also shares how some of his other early films were funded.
Host Scott duPont shares the story of a waiter who scored $50K and a few other REAL stories of people who were not shy in “ASKING” for Money and got it!
When you’re in “Fund Raising” mode (full court press to get your Movie Money), these four (4) Tools will help you stay focused and have a better chance of successfully raising your funds more quickly.
When one door closed, another door unexpectedly opened which led to Peter Lane getting the pilot funded for his passion project: “Your Body Your Life” web series.
duPont share more tips & valuable strategies on how to “Read” body language, look for non-verbal cues and identify subconscious messaging to help you understand your potential investor(s) during meetings.
Host Scott duPont shares tips & valuable strategies on how to “Read” body language, look for non-verbal cues and identify subconscious messaging to help you understand your potential investor(s) during meetings.
Writer-Director-Producer Michael Baumgarten shares more stories how he got several of his films funded and talks about one of his new films that could change America forever!
Writer-Director-Producer Michael Baumgarten (referred to as a “Lethal Weapon” of indie filmmaking) shares stories how he got several of his first films funded.
Host Scott duPont shares specific examples of some rule breakers and liars in Hollywood (all ethical) which helped them advance their careers. He also shares a few personal stories in his journey.
Nancy Hower interview continued with more of her “Streaming” success secrets on how she & her cracked the code to show-run, write & direct series for NBC, Crackle & Hulu!
Nancy Hower shares how she got $50K for her 1st film (without even asking!), won Slamdance & then cracked the code to show-run, write & direct series for NBC, Crackle & Hulu!
Skeptics are quite often right and are more accurate, but in terms of filmmaking and especially raising Movie Money, Optimists are usually the winners. Scott duPont shares some a valuable “proof of concept” that will help you become one of the Optimistic Believers!
Host Scott duPont reminds filmmakers that there are still some disc revenues out there for indie narratives and documentary films and it’s your job to share that info with potential investors.
Host Scott duPont shares an easy, simple Hack (he’s successfully used) to get his message to potential investors who weren’t easy to reach by phone!
The interesting story how these two filmmakers re-connected and raised money for “End of Fall”… a crime-drama thriller passion project.
If you follow this advice duPont shares (on dealing with trolls, haters, and negative people who may appear), your fundraising process will not be derailed.
It might not be easy, but host Scott duPont believes this ONE thing is the KEY that separates the 7% of all indie feature filmmakers who get their movie money from the 93% who don’t!
Award winning Writer-Director-Producer Todd Thompson candidly shares the road to funding (in his case, starting with several short films) and a few secrets to getting Stars attached.
Host Scott duPont shares several stories on how to identify foods, places or things that make potential investors happy, comfortable and excited which often times sets the perfect stage for them invest in your movie!
Scott duPont finishes the interview with Ron L. Palmer on how he funded his first web series, a Spec Super Bowl commercial and also talks about his upcoming project.
Host Scott duPont interviews Ron L. Palmer on how he funded his first web series and even a Spec Super Bowl commercial!
Host Scott duPont shares advice all the time about NOT pre-judging potential investors and also warns filmmakers to NOT making the mistake of “guessing” who is a minimum $ investor and who ends up investing much more to be an Executive Producer.
Scott duPont shares his daily habit of “providing value” to all the people in his network, which over time has opened up many doors to film investors.
Host Scott duPont reminds filmmakers (who are actually raising money) that you need to prioritize the fundraising while asking for and listening to feedback early potential investors give you on your initial business plan and your first pitches.
duPont continues the interview with Natalie Metzger who reveals fascinating methods how she has funded documentaries and narrative films including how she & her team funded their most recent film (with $350K) in 12 days!
Host Scott duPont interviews producer Natalie Metzger who reveals some fascinating methods how she has funded documentaries and narrative films including how she & her team funded their most recent film (with $350K) in 12 days!
Host Scott duPont kicks off Season 2 with a powerful CLOSING tool that will often help “ethically” close potential investors who are considering investing or just sitting on the fence.
duPont shares some ideas on how to deal with the critics & “Haters”. He also explains his strategy for not letting this ONE THING scare away potential investors. That’s a Wrap on Season 1!
Host Scott duPont shares this critical strategy and two tools that successful film fundraisers use to get investors on board much faster…”Urgency” & “Scarcity”!
If you’re running into roadblocks of not being able to raise your movie money, duPont shares two powerful shortcuts that may open many doors to potential investors and fast track your producing career.
Part 2 of Filmtrepreneur Alex Ferrari explaining the “Indie Film Hustle” to get film financing.
Alex Ferrari -award winning writer-director-producer, best-selling author, blogger, speaker, consultant & host of the #1 filmmaking podcast breaks down the “Indie Film Hustle” to get film financing.
Host Scott duPont quickly breaks down the “3 Cs” that can help facilitate getting checks from Investors.
Scott duPont shares powerful advice for facing problems or obstacles when fundraising for your movie.
duPont shares specific and unique tips for “pitching” potential investors on the phone or via video calls.
The TOP 10 Tips (what to do & what NOT to do) for Your In-Person “Pitch” to Potential Investors (Tips # 6 - 10).
Host Scott duPont shares the TOP 10 Tips (what to do & what NOT to do) for Your In-Person “Pitch” to Potential Investors (Tips # 1 - 5).
The second part of duPont’s interview (you won’t want to miss) where Hans Hernke reveals more of his secret strategies for successfully finding movie money!
Host Scott duPont interviews his friend (Actor-Producer Hans Hernke) who for the very first time reveals his secret strategies for successfully finding movie money!
Host Scott duPont shares what his “targeted” timeframe is for funding his movies and the time it has taken other producers as well.
Host Scott duPont for the first time shares with an audience his powerful “Money Accelerator Tool” (MAT) which helps accelerate the film financing process!
Instead of letting rejection get him down, Neil Tinkham bounced back and got a whopping $25,000 for his short film! Listen to the whole story here...
Host Scott duPont shares some more proven strategies to build relationships and rapport with hundreds of potential investors on social media.
Host Scott duPont shares some valuable tips on how to subliminally make film investors more “Attracted” to you. These strategies are so simple, even a 14 year old can employ them and get results!
There are some challenges to raising money for your very FIRST feature project, but there also some advantages. Host Scott duPont explains along with some valuable advice.
Don't listen to negative people...you CAN do it! Canadian filmmaker Jamie Rauch (host & author of "The Art of Filmmaking”) shares how he raised millions himself and explains the importance of the “3 Ps”.
The practice of “repetition” is not always fun, sexy or exciting and often not popular, but Scott duPont shares why it is so powerful and important in the process of raising movie money.
Host Scott duPont shares a powerful tool that he has successfully used to raise money for his last four (4) film projects. This is an episode you won’t want to skip!
JT Foxx (the World’s # 1 Wealth Coach) who has raised massive amounts of capital and invested in films as well, shares success strategies independent filmmakers can use to raise their own movie money
Scott duPont shares the critically important strategy of using “Click Bait” to quickly grab the attention of potential investors while avoiding the mistake most first-time filmmakers make, which could LOSE a potential 6 or 7 figure potential investor!
Host Scott duPont recounts a valuable lesson trying to make pancakes (and trying to raise movie money) when not following a few simple steps that have been proven to work.
Host Scott duPont has an informal chat with serial movie investor Charles Everitt who has invested in about ½ dozen independent films with different filmmakers.
Host Scott duPont shares his routine and TOP 10 “ENERGY” Hacks he does every morning before he begins a long day of calling potential investors.
duPont explains the problem of a a long, drawn out “Maybe” and the importance of why you need all potential investors to say Yes or No.
How risky is it to hit your own boss up for money? A lot less risky that you would ever think!
Host Scott duPont addresses from the potential investor’s perspective why in some cases, they prefer looking at a bigger budgeted film and writing a larger check vs. writing a smaller check for a lower budgeted project.
Guest David Giuliani shares how he is able to assist smaller independent filmmakers in many cases get money to fund their entire production or supplement additional funding without any collateral!
Host Scott duPont cautions all filmmakers to make sure they have their business plan, pitch deck, etc. as good as they can possibly be BEFORE approaching investors and shares real world mistakes that hindered other indie producers from getting their projects funded.
duPont shares thoughts and strategies for first and second time filmmakers on how to make the big jump up to $1million+ films.
Have you YOURSELF invested in your film yet before you ask other people to invest? If not, you might pause and rethink it.
Guest Jon Zietz (President of Think Visual Group) reflects back on how he got the money to fund his first feature film. He also talks about his model of balancing high end commercial & corporate clients in between his passion film projects.
Louise Levison (author of “Filmmakers & Financing”) shares advice from 30 years of writing successful film business plans including the one that led to the most profitable independent film in history!
Host Scott duPont gives an overview for 1st time filmmakers on typical indie film business structures as well as profit participation (“point” structure) models.
Learn several tips and strategies that duPont has been using to place himself in closer proximity to qualified potential investors both in person and “virtually” on-line.
Host Scott duPont shares a true story and the dilemma he faced while trying to raise money for his first feature film.
duPont finishes his story and reveals what happened after the meetup and lengthy frisbee session.
duPont explains the importance of Mind Set when raising money for indie films and this critically important “Mind Shift” which has been a game changer when approaching potential investors.
duPont shares more examples of how he identified his specific audiences and markets for other projects and how that helped him close investors.
Host Scott duPont interviews award winning writer-director Rick Pamplin who explains why a great script is the foundation to raising money.
Host Scott duPont reveals how he reverse engineers his projects and identifies the specific audience and market for the film and then shares that info with potential investors.
duPont does a follow up interview with award winning writer-director Rick Pamplin who shares secrets of how to set up a documentary film outline to help attract investors.
Host Scott duPont gives specific examples of his movie mission statements and how they help build a solid team and event attract investors.
Host Scott duPont shares his “WHY?” s and the importance of you determining the reason WHY you are making your project before you start fund raising.
Scott duPont discusses how movie mentors and film funding coaches can save years of time by sharing what works and what doesn’t. Examples of what can save many years and eliminated frustration.
Host Scott duPont shares specific examples amid the uncertainty and panic of the Covid-19 virus how a few filmmakers successfully raised money and how they did it!
Host Scott duPont explains the motivation of why he created this podcast after seeing filmmakers struggle to raise money for their projects. He also explains which filmmakers will benefit from listening and which filmmakers should NOT listen to this podcast.