HANDS-ON FILMMAKINGLights, Camera, Action

Raymond Gayle, Michelle Mower, Albert Hughesahughes@schipul.com, ray@electricpurgatory.com, michelle@webentertainmentguide.com

THE PEOPLE ON STAGE RIGHT NOW

Raymond GayleFilmmaker and World Changer

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Michelle MowerWriter, Filmmaker and Freelance editor

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Albert D. HughesAspiring filmmaker and entrepreneur

WHAT I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW!“I need guidance, Great One.” – Robot Monster (1953)

What I would like to know!

1. What do I do first2. Business/Legal3. Marketing4. Production5. Distribution

WHAT DO I DO FIRST?“First things first, but not necessarily in that order.” – Doctor Who (1963)

What do I do first?

• Decide on your medium• Define your value of success• Discover, connect and build up your network

BUSINESS/LEGAL.“This is the movie business. There is no truth, it's all lies” – Wrath of Gods (2006)

• When and how should I go about getting a budget?

• Who can I turn to or where can I go for business and legal help on a low budget?

• Based on your experiences what should I be looking out for?

Business/Legal

MARKETING.“First you sell it. Then you make it. That's marketing.” – The Apple (1980)

Marketing

• When should I start Marketing my film?

• What are some ways to market my film?

• Based on your experience what has been the most successful form of marketing?

PRODUCTION.“Perfect? Mr. Wood, do you know anything about the art of film production?” – Ed Wood (1994)

Production

• What are some good resources for low budget professional film equipment?

• What is the most important thing I should know or do before starting production on my project?

• How has production changed since you produced your first project?

DISTRIBUTION.“There are 3 rules in the film business - Distribution, distribution, distribution.” – MOTHER’S Day (1980)

Distribution

• How did you get your DVD onto Amazon.com and then onto television?

• Should I try to get a distribution deal before or after I have completed production of my project?

• In one sentence what is the best advice you can give me on distribution?

Q&A

Raymond Gayleelectricpurgatory.comtwitter.com/rgayle

Albert Hughesheadwreckas.comtwitter.com/ahughes3

Michelle Mowerwebentertainmentguide.comtwitter.com/filmtx

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R. GAYLE, M. MOWER , A. HUGHESHands-On Filmmaking