The distribution channels are constantly evolving and changing. Under our tutelage understand all the practical aspects and role the sales agent and distributor play in distributing your film internationally. The need to attract audiences has never been greater and more important. With our guidance, you will be able to come up with a cohesive and specific marketing plan to identify and target your audience.
We will provide insight into following:
- What does a sales agent & distributor do for your film
- How to find one
- What are the international sales options for your film
- How to start self-distribution
- Essential tips on how to sell your film and who are the key international buyers
- Insight into license agreements/particulars you must know before signing an agreement with the TV stations or other buyers
- How to create outreach campaigns and find and develop your audiences
- In-depth lecture with real-life examples, strategies and practical tips from one of the world’s leading documentary experts, followed by an interactive discussion.
- Free access to selected documentaries from Taskovski Films‘ catalogue, that are to be watched before the session as we will use them as case studies
- Detailed feedback and advice during the live session (synopses and other materials to be sent in advance) for a limited number of participants’ projects
- Direct guidance from the mentor on participants’ specific projects and their challenges
- Open discussion as a chance to share ideas, experiences and challenges with fellow participants.
- Discount offer on individual, one-to-one mentorship sessions on a different day.
- Filmmakers (producers, directors, screenwriters, editors or any other industry professionals)
- Film professionals with experience in their local market and industry, who wish to learn more about international market and opportunities
- Professionals working in sales, distribution and marketing departments
- Film students
- Professionals considering a career change and moving into areas of producing, festival work, international sales or distribution
- Documentary creators with projects/films at different stages: development, production, post production or ready to have a premiere in the market and be shown to audiences
- Applicants without any projects are equally welcome to explore with us how they can develop their individual professional career or company.