Finance YOUR Movie!
298 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 23 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingHow to raise money for an independent feature, documentary, short film, or web series even if you’ve failed before. Discover the step-by-step process (secrets, tips & strategies) including WHO are the best potential investors, WHERE to find them, WHEN to contact them and exactly WHAT to say when you approach them. This show will give proven advice to anyone looking to raise between $25K to $2.5 million for their project.
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346. Don’t Fall into this common fundraising Trap and…the Solution!
July 26, 2021 13:42 - 8 minutes - 8.3 MBThe importance of launching your fundraising campaign with a few investors the first two weeks and the critical momentum it will provide you and your team right out of the gate.
345. IMPORTANT Strategy when asking potential Investors for Money.
July 19, 2021 14:44 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBScott duPont shares a valuable tip to suggest larger investment amounts without being “salesy”. This strategy will bring in a few investors at higher investment levels vs. prejudging anyone to come in at the minimum buy-in.
344. Matt Miller shares advice on crowdfunding, equity financing, dealing with “Werewolves”, getting repeat Investors, & even a Secret to get Investors to read your script!
July 12, 2021 17:50 - 27 minutes - 25.8 MBMatt Miller openly shares his remarkable journey… a whopping 60 projects in just over 10 years! Great advice for anyone who wants to start a film production company or get started financing their first feature & how to keep repeat investors!
343. Ask this One Question to Build “Relationship” Capital, which will lead to real Capital.
July 12, 2021 17:43 - 17 minutes - 16 MBHost Scott duPont shares one important question you should start asking which will (over time) build up your “Relationship Capital”. This in turn will lead to more real Capital to fund your film projects.
342. How do you get “Gen Z” Investors? Here are 10 Tips & Strategies.
July 05, 2021 23:46 - 30 minutes - 28.7 MBThe new and youngest demographic: “Generation Z” has a combined annual buying power of $300 Billion! You do NOT want to overlook these potential investors and host Scott duPont breaks down 10 Tips & Strategies for turning some of them into your next investors.
341. The Secret of Caitlyn Jenner’s Success and Why it matters to You as a Filmmaker?
June 28, 2021 13:36 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBBefore becoming Caitlyn, Bruce Jenner became one of the most world’s most successful Olympic athletes, TV hosts, and business entrepreneurs in history by doing this ONE thing. It’s a powerful and valuable lesson to all filmmakers looking to raise “movie money”.
340. Ten (10) more DOs and DON’Ts when pitching potential Investors!
June 21, 2021 16:33 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBSome of these things to DO and NOT DO are common sense, others you’ll want to make them habits for more chances at fundraising success.
339. The “Dynamic Duo”, Scott & Gina Dunn - building a resume of films & a winning game plan for their future investors.
June 14, 2021 13:48 - 30 minutes - 28.6 MBThe Dunnit Films partners (Scott Dunn & Gina Gomez Dunn) discuss how they financed their first films including a successful crowdfunding campaign, and unveil their game plan to get investors & distribution for their future films.
338. How to fight Loneliness and Frustration during the Fundraising process.
June 07, 2021 15:54 - 24 minutes - 23 MBMost producers and fundraisers face major challenges and frustration during fundraising. It can be lonely in the beginning before people start investing. Learn how to combat these challenges head on.
337. “Special Offer”…another idea to generate thousands of extra $
June 07, 2021 15:51 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBScott duPont shares two specific examples from successful producers who made “special offers” to their potential investors and ended up collecting larger investment checks.
336. The BIG mistake made in “Minari” and the one BRILLIANT move.
May 31, 2021 10:36 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBHost Scott duPont compares the BIG mistake and the one BRILLIANT move in the award-winning film “Minari” to what most indie filmmakers do when fundraising for their own movie.
335. Verrin Cofield loses his Investors & funding in the pandemic, but prevails to still make his movie: “It’s on You.”
May 24, 2021 13:37 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBScott duPont interviews the inspiring writer-actor-producer Verrin Cofield who loses $170K in funding for his indie film when the pandemic hit, but prevails despite all odds to still make the movie happen!
334. A Million $ Idea. Another unique way to raise your Movie Money!
May 17, 2021 16:21 - 9 minutes - 8.85 MBYou won’t want to miss this episode! Host Scott duPont shares a unique and timely strategy many audience members may choose to implement to help raise their "Movie Money".
333. The Person who will fast-track Funding of YOUR movie!
May 10, 2021 14:02 - 9 minutes - 8.85 MBFinding THIS PERSON and hiring him or her will fast-track your fundraising. This strategy is the best short cut to funding your project!
332. If you don’t market yourself & your project, you’re CHEATING potential investors!
May 10, 2021 13:59 - 9 minutes - 8.73 MBThis is a big mind shift, but after listening to stories of Executive Producers and larger investors obtaining THEIR dreams, you’ll be more motivated than ever to make more calls and do more meetings with potential investors.
331. The two (2) Secret Words to gain Trust and Secure Investors!
May 03, 2021 13:53 - 17 minutes - 16 MBDo NOT skip this episode! These two (2) words can really work to help potential investors become investors who write checks!
330. Five (5) Traits Successful Movie Fundraisers have.
April 26, 2021 14:03 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBAfter studying hundreds of filmmakers and interviewing many of them (the ones who consistent & successfully raise movie money), Scott duPont identifies the five (5) traits they all have in common.
329. The two “Scariest” checks you collect from Investors (the first and the last).
April 26, 2021 14:00 - 7 minutes - 6.74 MBScott duPont discusses in detail how to understand and leverage the first production investment check, and the last check, which allows you to break escrow and commence filming!
328. The Correct Way to speak with Investors about Incentives
April 19, 2021 16:53 - 9 minutes - 8.39 MBHost Scott duPont shares detailed tips and unique ways how to speak to potential investors about incentives that may help them be more likely to invest with you and your project.
327. Kujaatele “KOOGE” Kweli shares advice on networking, secrets on successfully getting grant $ and how to get big bucks from the middle east!
April 19, 2021 16:51 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBScott duPont interviews “Movie Money CONFIDENTIAL” cast member “KOOGE” Kweli who is an expert on movie fundraising, especially when it comes to getting grant money.
326. How a successful Film Fundraiser struck out!
April 12, 2021 15:15 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBEven veteran producers (who have raised money for past projects) fall victim to funding strike outs if they get complacent or don’t do the right things. Host Scott duPont points out the two (2) big mistakes one producer made which led to him NOT getting his documentary film funded.
325. One Question ALL potential Investors want answered, even if they don’t ask!
April 05, 2021 15:55 - 10 minutes - 9.69 MBEven if some of your potential investors don’t ask this question, they want to know the answer. Host Scott duPont address this subliminal question head on with 3 specific examples which ALL worked to obtain funding.
324. World’s Expert on How to “Talk to Strangers”, meet more people & build your Investor network!
March 29, 2021 13:30 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBHost Scott duPont interviews Robbie Stokes, Jr. (President & Founder of the “I Talk to Strangers” foundation) who is also finishing up his “I Talk to Strangers” feature length documentary film.
323. Five things to do if your potential Investor is looking at 2 different Film Opportunities.
March 22, 2021 20:34 - 10 minutes - 9.64 MBIf and when a potential investor tells you they’re considering a different film investment oppty., these are the exact steps to handle it. Most of the time IF they invest in a film, if you follow these 5 steps they’ll likely invest with YOU.
322. Crowdfunding expert John Trigonis shares tips & strategies he & his clients have used to raise millions $ for hundreds of projects!
March 15, 2021 13:51 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBWriter-Director-Producer Trigonis literally “wrote the book” on Crowdfunding and shares several secrets to funding your own indie film!
321. Don’t ever Quit. Get advice and change your strategies!
March 08, 2021 16:51 - 17 minutes - 16.6 MBThe inspiring true story of a lady who almost quit her dreams to start driving for Uber. She found a coach and in a few months her life changed beyond her wildest dreams!
320. Dan Griffin shares more stories of successfully financing films, but “American Gangster” was NOT one of them! (Part 2 - cont’d).
March 01, 2021 14:08 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBDan Griffin shares more success stories on how he became a valuable producer when he learned how to bring “movie money” to different projects and even managed to pull in Ridley Scott at the 11th hour!
319: Veteran Actor-Producer Dan Griffin shares stories of successfully financing films, but “American Gangster” was NOT one of them! (Part 1)
March 01, 2021 14:04 - 16 minutes - 15.7 MBDan Griffin shares his success stories on how he broke into the film business and quickly became a valuable producer when he learned to bring "movie money" to different projects.
318. Doing “pre-production” prior to an investor call yields a producer a $25K check!
March 01, 2021 14:04 - 6 minutes - 5.83 MBHost Scott duPont shares a story about a fellow film producer who always plans ahead prior to his investors calls and this time it paid off with a $25K investment!
317. Nik Tizekker lands the Oppty of a lifetime & is now producing several Features with major stars!
February 21, 2021 19:28 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBRun Time: 20:13 Indie film producer Nik Tizekker started making short films in school and never stopped making films until one day, he receives a call out of the blue that will change his film career forever!
316. The # 1 Rule they Teach in Film School is FALSE!
February 08, 2021 17:42 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBScott duPont lays out 4 specific reasons why this 1 Rule about raising Movie Money (widely taught in film schools and in Hollywood) is not only false, but can actually STOP you from bringing on board investors.
315. Gone Through Your Investor List? Call ________ for more Movie Money!
February 08, 2021 17:29 - 9 minutes - 8.61 MBHost Scott duPont reveals a secret to additional movie money most indie filmmakers never consider. This abundant source of movie money is especially useful if you’ve gone through your entire investor list, and still need more $.
314. Howard Nash shares advice he’s learned over 3 decades on successfully fundraising & packaging indie films.
February 01, 2021 18:27 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBVeteran Producer Howard Nash shares sage advice he’s learned over 3 decades on successfully fundraising & packaging indie films.
313. The “Impulse Window”
January 25, 2021 17:52 - 9 minutes - 9.19 MBScott duPont explains what the “Impulse Window” is when dealing with potential investors and shares the secret to opening it back up (once it’s closed).
312. Your Struggles are just like My Struggles
January 25, 2021 17:50 - 6 minutes - 6.03 MBNo matter how many projects you’ve successfully raised money for, there are always challenges. Host Scott duPont shares advice how to look for the “small Victories” to keep pushing forward every day to achieve your funding goals.
311. Joel Wynkoop continues to share tips on funding his ultra-low, microbudget films (Part 2)
January 18, 2021 18:10 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MBThe second part of the interview with Wynkoop who shares secrets how he funds & keeps making his ultra-low microbudget films. He also makes an offer to any producers looking for an IMDB credit to contact him on Facebook.
310. “King of ‘B’ Movies” Joel Wynkoop shares secrets how he funds & keeps making his ultra-low, microbudget films (Part 1)
January 18, 2021 18:08 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBA fascinating interview with Actor-Producer-Writer Joel Wynkoop who shares secrets how he funds & keeps making his ultra-low microbudget films.
309. The One Habit I do every Year / “Spring Cleaning” on Social Media, Websites, etc.
January 11, 2021 17:55 - 6 minutes - 5.59 MBHost Scott duPont reminds filmmakers to check and update all of their social media pages, websites, etc. at least once a year before any potential investors do online research before investing.
308. Your Film Funding GOALS for the New Year: Tips, Strategies & Hacks
January 11, 2021 17:52 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBScott duPont explains the importance of creating specific, written Goals when it comes to film fundraising and shares a few tips, strategies & hacks to help you stay focused to raise your Movie Money.
307. Don’t Lose Investors the way many Filmmakers Do. “Downsell” when Necessary!
January 04, 2021 15:59 - 7 minutes - 7.34 MBHost Scott duPont shares a story & a valuable lesson of “Downselling” to avoid losing potential investors and also help attract long term clients who may invest in multiple projects with you over time.
306. Crowdfunding Expert Jordan Bunton-Williams shares Tips & Strategies while offering his FREE Crowdfunding Masterclass!
January 04, 2021 15:56 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBLive from London…Crowdfunding Expert Jordan Bunton-Williams shares Tips & Strategies while offering his FREE Crowdfunding Masterclass. A MUST watch for anyone considering a crowdfunding campaign including Kickstarter or Indiegogo.
305. A Simple, Genius Strategy for having two (2) Sources of Money for your Movie!
December 28, 2020 15:32 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBHost Scott duPont learns from a fellow film producer a simple yet, genius strategy of bringing in two (2) different sources of money (investments & donations) at the same time to fund your project more quickly!
304. Lynn Santer raises initial funding & shares her 3 part strategy to finance her narrative, theatrical passion project: “Land of the Free!”
December 24, 2020 14:40 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBCalling in from Australia, Lynn Santer raises initial funding from all around the globe and explains her 3 part strategy to finance her narrative, theatrical passion project: “Land of the Free!”
303. Back to Basics… The 3 Things Investors Want!
December 24, 2020 14:38 - 10 minutes - 9.38 MBFrom the book “Attracting Investors” Host Scott duPont shares and reminds filmmakers of the three (3) most important things investors are always looking for.
302. The Amazing “SHARK TANK” Story: How Doug & Renata Storer got ALL the Sharks competing to Invest!
December 21, 2020 19:48 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBThe amazing, behind-the-scenes “SHARK TANK” story of the team who got ALL the ‘Sharks’ competing to invest first! A rare “shark feeding frenzy”! Doug Storer shares the valuable lessons learned and how they scored $250,000.00!
301. Be Careful about “Talking to Strangers”
December 21, 2020 19:46 - 10 minutes - 9.97 MBHost Scott duPont issues a warning to all U.S. filmmakers and then clarifies the reasons to NOT talk to or pitch “Strangers” before you share your project with all your contacts (people who you already know and have relationships with) first.
252. How to get a Date with Your Ideal Investor? A Success Lesson Chris showed me in College
November 23, 2020 18:57 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBHost Scott duPont shares a valuable success lesson about “mindset” and “perseverance” he learned from a college friend who had more success than he could dream of his freshman year. That life-long lesson directly applies to raising movie money.
251. 1st narrative film in the U.S. financed using “Equity Crowdfunding” - Willis shares more Secrets & Tips how he raised $1M! (Part 2)
November 16, 2020 18:32 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBWillis shares more tips & advice specifically what helped him raise $1M for his directorial debut film. He also discusses his master class for those wanting more details on every single step he took to be successful @ EquityCrowdfundingMasterclass.com
250. 1st narrative film in the U.S. financed using “Equity Crowdfunding” - David Willis shares Secrets & Tips how he raised $1M! (Part 1)
November 16, 2020 18:21 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBWriter-Director David J. Willis answers questions our audience asked about “How to Raise Money for a Film with the new Equity Crowdfunding model?” David shares how he became the first person in the U.S. to raise $1M for a film!
249. Make Everything EASY for Your Potential Investors
November 09, 2020 18:58 - 8 minutes - 7.98 MBduPont gives specific examples on how to place yourself in your potential investors’ shoes and by making everything EASY for your them, that can help make some of them actual investors.