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?? RIFF's Commitment to Excellence: Key Takeaways from the Film Festival Community ?? Our recent deep dive into the film festival community on Reddit highlighted what makes a festival truly stand out. Top takeaways include: 1. ?? Strong Communication: Engaging with filmmakers personally. 2. ?? Short, Focused Dates: Better attendance and community feel. 3. ?? Engaged Audience: Ensuring audiences are present and interactive. 4. ?? Networking Spaces: Filmmaker lounges for meaningful connections. 5. ?? Convenience: Walkable venues and local food ?? options. These insights reinforce RIFF's dedication to creating an exceptional festival experience. Do you agree? Is there anything you would like to add to the list? Let's keep small festivals thriving! #RIFF #FilmFestival #CulturalEvents #CommunityEngagement Join the discussion on Reddit via the link below:

?? Ready to Submit Your Film to Festivals? ?? Are you looking to make your film stand out in the competitive festival circuit? Here are some essential tips to ensure your submission catches the eye of selection teams: ? Timing Is Everything: Submit early for more focused attention. Pro tip: Create a submission calendar marking priority vs. regular deadlines. ? Know Your Festival Fit: Research past selections to align your film with the festival's personality. Don't waste time (or money!) on mismatched submissions. ? Technical Excellence Matters: Crystal-clear sound, proper export settings, and a working screener link are non-negotiable. Small errors can sink big achievements. ? Polish Your Marketing Materials: A compelling logline, clear synopsis, eye-catching poster, and personal director's statement can make or break your first impression. ?? Pro Tip: Smart submission choices save money and boost acceptance rates. Focus on festivals that truly align with your film’s vision. ?? Start early. Stay strategic. Submit smart! ?? ?? Submissions are now open! Check it out here: ifapfilmcollective.com #FilmFestivals #FilmmakerTips #ShortFilms #IndieFilms #TheFilmCollective #FilmSubmissions #CreativityUnleashed #DiversityInFilm ????

The ultimate distribution hack for indie filmmakers: Build relationships with niche communities. Don’t: → Rely only on film festivals. → Post sporadically on social media. → Assume audiences will just find you. Instead: → Partner with online groups and forums invested in your themes. → Offer exclusive screenings or Q&As to engage your core fans. → Create consistent content that builds anticipation. Every day you put off building audience connections is another day selling your film short. Your film’s reach depends on it.

?? Ready to Submit Your Film to Festivals? ?? Are you looking to make your film stand out in the competitive festival circuit? Here are some essential tips to ensure your submission catches the eye of selection teams: ? Timing Is Everything: Submit early for more focused attention. Pro tip: Create a submission calendar marking priority vs. regular deadlines. ? Know Your Festival Fit: Research past selections to align your film with the festival's personality. Don't waste time (or money!) on mismatched submissions. ? Technical Excellence Matters: Crystal-clear sound, proper export settings, and a working screener link are non-negotiable. Small errors can sink big achievements. ? Polish Your Marketing Materials: A compelling logline, clear synopsis, eye-catching poster, and personal director's statement can make or break your first impression. ?? Pro Tip: Smart submission choices save money and boost acceptance rates. Focus on festivals that truly align with your film’s vision. ?? Start early. Stay strategic. Submit smart! ?? ?? Submissions are now open! Check it out here: ifapfilmcollective.com #FilmFestivals #FilmmakerTips #ShortFilms #IndieFilms #TheFilmCollective #FilmSubmissions #CreativityUnleashed #DiversityInFilm ????

This is true; and it actually happens a lot. Filmmakers (like other members of the creative class) are so focused on making the work, they aren't stopping to take a breath to understand the market (the paying public for your work). To use an analogy here; most producers are the kinds of people who want to plan their own wedding...versus hiring a wedding planner (who does this multiple times a week/month/year for the last 25 years; really because it can be a mis-understanding of what the classic role of the producing profession is : build the team (your solution to the litany of issues you face in your business may not come down to you knowing everything; it may come down to who you pick up the phone and do business with to hire...). Again, not telling anyone that they can't plan their own wedding; but for that amount of money, you could have brought on some really great consultants and PMDs who really could help you get in shape for the market towards success. Put another way; every Olympic athlete has coaches they hire; and it's not the coaches' job to make sure you win; they're job is to get you in the best shape to give you a clear-and-honest shot to winning...

Content that is popular is different now. The algorithms that serve that content are different now. And how our audiences consume that media is different now. Difference isn't always a bad thing, but there are two forces currently at play when it comes to developing digital content -- metrics/branding demands and creative drive -- and they don't always play nicely together. As creatives are navigating the changing landscape, it's leaving some of us wondering if maybe we're losing a bit of ourselves as we mold our content to meet numbers and goal posts. Maybe we are. But we still need to meet those metrics demands. It's a part of our jobs. So when I saw this footage trends review, it was a breath of fresh air. It showed me that cinematic creativity still holds a valuable place in the commercial world, and in fact can be desired for a brand. It doesn't always have to be a non-stop pursuit of pop trends or churning out voluminous content that lacks heart. Commercial content that is meaningful, honest, inclusive, and simply creative still holds a place in this media landscape.

We work with organizations that foster opportunities for inclusive #storytelling. As evaluators of Film Independent's “Global Media Makers” project, we’re documenting how cultural exchange programs can help filmmakers from across the world tell their stories to domestic and international audiences. https://lnkd.in/ggi5UKqR

For critics and journalists attending for the first time, London Film Festival can be daunting trying to navigate the logistics, figure out what the press pass actually gives you access to, and work out a schedule that’ll make sure you don’t go bankrupt or burnout. This handy guide will highlight the essentials of attending LFF and provide top tips so you can get the most out of festival coverage. - Gavin Spoors https://lnkd.in/e--9ERgg

WHERE CAN YOU WATCH IT? Thanks so much to all of you who reached out to ask where they can still watch "Being HUMAN" as well as all of you who reached out to share the many different ways in which the film touched you or helped move some feelings inside. It is doing what we wanted it to do... Start conversations. We thought it would help a few more by posting some details here of where you can still watch it... And save many messages of copy and paste. WHERE TO WATCH?: "Being Human" is available in NZ and Australia via the New Zealand Mountain Film Festival online pass. Link here - https://lnkd.in/geJSZpS2 Option One: An Online Festival Pass to watch all of the Festival Sessions on one device (NZ$69.95). (Seriously recommended!) Option Two: One Session of films (2 – 2.5hrs) through a link valid for 24 hours on one device ($11.95). "Being Human" is part of SESSION 3 "PURE NZ" at 1h 18mins 08secs WHEN: Available till 31st July 2024. Help us share the word... Pass it around.

?? Building a strong network is crucial for indie filmmakers. Here's your networking action plan: 1. Reach out to three industry professionals you admire. Ask for a 15-minute video call to learn from their experience. 2. Join two filmmaking groups on LinkedIn and actively participate in discussions. 3. Attend one local film event this month. Set a goal to make three meaningful connections. Remember, networking isn't about what others can do for you—it's about building mutually beneficial relationships. What's your best networking tip for fellow filmmakers? #FilmCommunity #NetworkingTips