How do you secure distribution for your film?

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You've spent months or even years making your film, but how do you get it in front of your target audience? Securing distribution for your film can be a challenging and complex process, but it can also be rewarding and profitable if you do it right. In this article, we'll cover some of the key steps and strategies to help you find and negotiate with distributors, market your film effectively, and maximize your chances of success.

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1 Know your film and your audience

Before you approach any distributors, you need to have a clear idea of what your film is about, who it is for, and what makes it stand out. You should be able to pitch your film in a few sentences, highlighting its genre, tone, theme, story, and unique selling points. You should also research your target audience, their preferences, habits, and demographics, and how they consume films. This will help you identify the best platforms, channels, and markets for your film, and tailor your marketing materials accordingly.

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Omotoso Seun

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I actually have a contrary opinion here, film marketing is part of preproduction and not postproduction. Once the script is ready, one should map out marketing strategies in relation to the target audience. Approach the distribution channels you intend to use and make enquiries about their offers. This will not only put you in a desperate position after filming but also help your budgeting as well as give you an idea on what your returns on investment will be.

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2 Find potential distributors

Once you have a solid pitch and a target audience, you can start looking for distributors who might be interested in your film. There are many types of distributors, such as theatrical, online, TV, DVD, or hybrid, and each one has its own criteria, terms, and expectations. You can find potential distributors by attending film festivals, markets, and events, networking with other filmmakers and industry professionals, browsing online databases and directories, or contacting them directly. You should do your homework on each distributor, their track record, their catalog, their reputation, and their requirements, and prepare a customized proposal that showcases your film and its potential.

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Gregory Harden

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Begin with the end in mind. Your distribution plan should start to take shape during the creative ideation phase. If you're starting off with a great story or idea, find your target audience and research their viewing habits. Alternatively, you may have a particular audience or distribution path in mind. In which case, you can develop content specifically for those viewers or markets. There are many metrics for success. But, if you want your motion picture to be financially successful, every line item in the budget and creative decision it represents must reflect your distribution plan. Thanks for reading! Hope this helps.

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3 Negotiate a distribution deal

If a distributor expresses interest in your film, you will need to negotiate a distribution deal that covers the rights, territories, fees, expenses, royalties, and obligations of both parties. You should always consult a lawyer or an agent before signing any contract, and make sure you understand the fine print and the implications of each clause. You should also try to retain some creative control over your film, such as the final cut, the title, the poster, and the trailer, and some flexibility over the release strategy, such as the window, the date, the platform, and the promotion.

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4 Market your film to the audience

Securing distribution is not enough to ensure your film's success. You also need to market your film to the audience, and generate buzz, awareness, and demand. You should work with your distributor to create a marketing plan that aligns with your film's genre, tone, theme, story, and unique selling points, and targets your audience's preferences, habits, and demographics. You should also use social media, websites, blogs, podcasts, newsletters, press releases, interviews, reviews, trailers, posters, and word-of-mouth to spread the word about your film and engage with your fans.

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Marc Baron

actor, award winning screenwriter, director, producer, NY SAG-AFTRA Board, Shepherd Emeritus of The Lambs Inc. US Navy Veteran, dual citizen w/Austria
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Marketing begins on inception. Build your audience as your creating. An audience that follows the project's development is more likely to spend money (and time) in the final film because they have a vested interest

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5 Monitor your film's performance

After your film is released, you should monitor its performance and evaluate its results. You should track metrics such as box office, streaming views, downloads, ratings, reviews, feedback, awards, and media coverage, and compare them with your goals and expectations. You should also communicate with your distributor regularly, and request reports, statements, and payments. You should also analyze what worked and what didn't, and learn from your experience to improve your future projects.

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6 Explore other opportunities

Securing distribution is not the end of your film's journey. You can also explore other opportunities to extend your film's reach, impact, and revenue. For example, you can sell ancillary rights such as merchandising, soundtrack, or book adaptation, or license your film to other platforms, channels, or markets. You can also leverage your film's success to build your brand, reputation, and network, and create new opportunities for yourself and your team.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

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1 Know your film and your audience

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5 Monitor your film's performance

6 Explore other opportunities

7 Here’s what else to consider

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