Micro-Budget Filmmaking

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If you want to make films but lack the track record to attract major funding, this course is for you.

$799

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36 Hours

Course Details

If you want to make films but lack the track record to attract major funding, this course is for you. You’ll learn how to produce a film, from writing through distribution, on a budget under $250,000.

You’ll break down a script, create efficient schedules, calculate appropriate tax credits, and get tips on working with union crews to run a smooth shoot. You’ll tackle post-production, draft a marketing plan, and learn how to pitch your project to producers, broadcasters, distributors, and other funding agencies.

What You'll Learn

  • Adapt a script to work within the micro-budget world and breakdown a script;
  • Execute applications for arts grants and other Government funding agencies; develop and execute a crowdfunding campaign; and calculate CPTC and OFTTC tax credits;
  • Create a budget and production schedule, run a smooth shoot (principal photography), and tackle post-production;
  • Execute a marketing and distribution plan to create maximum exposure for your film;
  • Create materials needed to pitch your projects to producers, broadcasters, distributors, and other funding agencies.
  • Toronto Branch

    158 St George St, Toronto

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