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Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 47. On this episode we are joined by eOne Sr. V.P. of Business of Legal Affairs, Richard Rapkowski. He has a lot to share about the industry and way business works. It was a pleasure to have him on the show. On this episode we chat about: – ... The post BoF #47 – Distribution & Acquisitions with eOne’s Richard Rapkowski appeared first on Craft Truck.

Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 46. On this episode we welcome the President of Culture One, Steve Beatty, who specializes in providing filmed and entertainment related production insurance. This is a very in-depth and detailed conversation and it was a pleasure to have Steve on the Show. And, we’re giving away a Free ... The post BoF #46 – Film Production Insurance with Steve Beatty appeared first on Craft Truck.

Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 45. This episode is a goodey. We have with us film producer, Rob Heydon. Rob recently shot Ecstacy, the adaptation of Irvine Welsh’s book, and the soon to be released Roger Spottiswood feature, Midnight Sun. I’ve known Rob for a while and it’s a pleasure to have him ... The post BoF #45 – Co-Productions and Film Financing with Rob Heydon appeared first on Craft Truck.

Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 44. This week we got a double dose of goodness. On the show is Rachel Ballon, author of 5 books, and a special guest co-host…! Among the books that Rachel has authored include The Writers Portable Therapist and Breathing Life Into Your Characters . In this episode we ... The post BoF #44 – Breathing Life into Your Characters with Rachel Ballon appeared first on Craft Truck.

Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 43. We welcome distribution veteran David Hudakoc, partner at LevelFILM, to this weeks show. This week is all about the meat and potatoes of distribution. We really get into it and David is awesome to chat with in this regard. We cover some really great topics such as: ... The post BoF #43 – Distribution Models for Filmmakers with David Hudakoc of LevelFILM appeared first on Craft Truck.

Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 42. Today we are joined by Howard Casner, screenplay reader for contests such as Slamdance and Final Draft and author of Rantings and Ravings of a Screenplay Reader. This episode was tons of fun. Howard reads somewhere between 300-400 screenplays a year for contest. And when you read ... The post BoF #42 – Rantings and Ravings of a Screenplay Reader with Howard Casner appeared first on Craft Truck.

Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 41. We are very fortunate to have Linda Seger, author of Making a Good Script Great, on this episode as she shares her insights on film. Linda needs no introduction. Her seminal book on screenwriting is now in its 3rd edition. In this episode we chat: – Where ... The post BoF #41 – Making a Good Script Great, author Linda Seger appeared first on Craft Truck.

Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 40. This episode we take an in-depth peak behind the curtain at Specscout.com and The Scoggins Report. The site combines a script coverage library with a scoring system in order to highlight the best screenplays circulating Hollywood This episode we chat with Jason Scoggins, the founder of Specscout ... The post BoF #40 – The Best Screenplays in Hollywood with Jason Scoggins, CEO Spec Scout appeared first on Craft Truck.

Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 39. Sebastian Twardosz worked his way up in Hollywood the good old fashion way. From assisting Paula Wagner and Tom Cruise in their heyday to producing and selling feature films. Sebastian has worked in film and television for the past seventeen years. Previous to Circus Road, he was ... The post BoF #39 – Producing & Selling Your Films with Sebastian Twardosz appeared first on Craft Truck.

Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 38. Today we are joined by independent producer and director Heather Hale with over 50 hours of produced television credits. She is also currently writing a book entitled Power Networking the Film & TV Markets for Focal Press. Heather is an approved independent Producer for NBCUniversal through their ... The post BoF #38 – Working the Film Markets with Heather Hale appeared first on Craft Truck.

Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 37. This week we have a special presentation of our exclusive hangout with Kickstarter, Indiegogo and Seed&Spark. I’m thrilled to be sharing this particular audio version of the Hangout on our podcast. It was such fun to bring these big three platforms in the crowdfunding space together for ... The post BoF #37 Crowdfunding Tips for Filmmakers appeared first on Craft Truck.

Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 36. This week we are joined by Marc Schiller, CEO of BOND Strategy and Influence, a digital marketing and distribution agency that applies tech savy to the world of film with all the benefits of a creative agency — this is cool stuff! I really enjoyed having Marc ... The post BoF #36 – Film Marketing & Distribution with Marc Schiller appeared first on Craft Truck.

Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 35. This week we are joined by Producer Dan Bekerman. Dan has an amazing and insightful way of thinking of film and producing that is bound to help you. I’ve known Dan for nearly a decade now. And what I love about Dan is his ability to approach ... The post BoF #35 – Producing Films With Constraints with Dan Bekerman appeared first on Craft Truck.

Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 34. This week we are joined by Stephanie Palmer, best-selling author of Good in a Room. Write. Pitch. Sell. Curious about what makes a good pitch and what makes a bad pitch? Want to know the secret to making sure that the executive you are pitching to doesn’t ... The post BoF #34 – Good in a Room with Stephanie Palmer appeared first on Craft Truck.

Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 33. This week we are joined by Michael Franklin, a film business consultant working with companies like Distrify and a researcher focusing on digital engagement. Michael also works at the Institute for Capitalising on Creativity at the University of St Andrews and is affiliated with Creative Scotland: the ... The post BoF #33 – Digital Engagement with Michael Franklin appeared first on Craft Truck.

Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 32. This week we are joined by David Steinberg, a top entertainment attorney with a speciality in music for film. This episode is all about giving you tactical information and a practical guide to understanding music in film. It’s a complicated world, the world of music. And there ... The post BoF #32 – Music in Film, A Producer’s Guide with David Steinberg appeared first on Craft Truck.

Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 31. This week we are joined by the Executive Producer of WolfCop and the founder of Cinecoup. Cinecoup is a film studio which looks to invert the traditional studio model. Their first film, WolfCop, comes out June 6th. Recently, they announced that WolfCop II has been greenlit; clearly ... The post BoF #31 – WolfCop Executive Producer and CineCoup Founder, J Joly appeared first on Craft Truck.

Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 30. This week we are joined by the GM of Creative District, Micki Krimmel. Creative District is a social network designed for filmmakers to collaborate on projects, find partners, and build a professional network. The site is elegantly designed allowing you to showcase your project and get the ... The post BoF #30 – Creative District, A Social Network for Filmmakers with GM, Micki Krimmel appeared first on Craft Truck.

Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 29. This week we are joined by the Co-Founder and CEO of VHX, Jamie Wilkinson. VHX is a direct-to-fan distribution platform built for premium video. They empower artists to sell their work from their own websites, directly to fans. Odds are that you’re already familiar with the platform. ... The post BoF #29 – VHX Co-Founder, Jamie Wilkinson appeared first on Craft Truck.

Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 28. This week we are joined by Lisa Wolofsky, Manager, International Film Group for the National Bank of Canada. In this episdoe, Lisa shares with us the nuts and bolts of film financing and working with banks. Don’t be fooled by the name of the bank, most of ... The post BoF #28 – Bank Financing with Lisa Wolofsky, National Bank of Canda appeared first on Craft Truck.