The MAKE IT Podcast

380 - Bonus Episode feat. Jon Fitzgerald: Festival Strategies: Choosing the Right Film Festivals for Your Goals, Crafting an Irresistible Film or TV Show Presentation, Signs Your Screenplay Needs Work and Tips for Working with Low Budgets and Limited Reso

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In this special bonus episode, Chris and Nick host a webinar with filmmaker and educator John Fitzgerald. Jon Fitzgerald shared his expertise on advancing your filmmaking career through festivals, pitches, and working with gatekeepers. Chris and Nick provided additional insights from their experiences in the film industry.

We also talk about:

  • Strategies for networking and following up with contacts at film festivals
  • Setting clear goals for your film and festival process
  • Properly preparing pitch materials like budgets, schedules, and pitch decks
  • Understanding the roles of different types of industry representation like agents, managers, and producers reps
  • Advice for pitching feature films and television shows


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