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Top 5 Mistakes Indie Filmmakers Make When Pitching to Distributors
🎙️ In this episode, filmmaker and distribution expert Tom Malloy breaks down the top 5 mistakes filmmakers make when pitching to distributors and sales agents at markets like AFM, Cannes, and EFM. If you're ready to secure a distribution deal for your film, you need to avoid these common pitfalls:
1️⃣ Not Being Concise: Learn how to deliver a tight, impactful pitch in under 2 minutes.
2️⃣ Bad Artwork: Understand why professional, eye-catching artwork is a non-negotiable.
3️⃣ Bad Trailer: Discover why a professionally edited trailer is your most powerful tool.
4️⃣ No Research: Find out why knowing your distributor’s niche is critical to your success.
5️⃣ Forgetting to Follow Up: Master the art of timely follow-ups to close the deal.
Whether you're pitching your indie film or a big-budget project, these tips will help you stand out and get noticed. Tune in now and turn your mistakes into strengths! 🎬
Keywords: Film distribution, filmmaker mistakes, pitching tips, sales agents, AFM, Cannes, EFM, film markets, Tom Malloy podcast.
#FilmDistribution #FilmmakingPodcast #FilmMarketing
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🎙️ In this episode, filmmaker and distribution expert Tom Malloy breaks down the top 5 mistakes filmmakers make when pitching to distributors and sales agents at markets like AFM, Cannes, and EFM. If you're ready to secure a distribution deal for your film, you need to avoid these common pitfalls:
1️⃣ Not Being Concise: Learn how to deliver a tight, impactful pitch in under 2 minutes.
2️⃣ Bad Artwork: Understand why professional, eye-catching artwork is a non-negotiable.
3️⃣ Bad Trailer: Discover why a professionally edited trailer is your most powerful tool.
4️⃣ No Research: Find out why knowing your distributor’s niche is critical to your success.
5️⃣ Forgetting to Follow Up: Master the art of timely follow-ups to close the deal.
Whether you're pitching your indie film or a big-budget project, these tips will help you stand out and get noticed. Tune in now and turn your mistakes into strengths! 🎬
Keywords: Film distribution, filmmaker mistakes, pitching tips, sales agents, AFM, Cannes, EFM, film markets, Tom Malloy podcast.
#FilmDistribution #FilmmakingPodcast #FilmMarketing
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