Micro-Budget Filmmaking

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.