num_pages: 224
description: Independent filmmakers by nature are creative individuals whose primary tools are their imaginations and ingenuity. They are cinematic storytellers. While some independent films take the film festivals by storm—distribution deals, sales to video outlets and cable television—others fall short. Luck and timing play roles in most success stories, but many independent filmmakers have taken the next They have carved out a clear-cut plan of action—a business plan—for their projects and careers, analyzing them for what they truly businesses. This work helps to connect the creative process and the business side of independent filmmaking by providing a practical guide for assembling a business plan that filmmakers can present to producers and potential investors. A sample business plan and interviews with independent filmmakers and industry executives are included.
language: English
title: The Independent Filmmaker's Guide to Writing a Business Plan for Investors
titlecomplete: The Independent Filmmaker's Guide to Writing a Business Plan for Investors
genres: Film
ratings_count: 19
publisher: McFarland Publishing