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Micro-Budget Filmies Newsletter: 1st Edition
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Thida Sheldon
February 11, 2023
Micro-Budget Filmies Newsletter: 1st Edition
HAPPY NEW YEAR and HAPPY VALENTINE'S! Welcome to our monthly newsletter on micro-budget guerrilla filmmaking…
This week, we will be discussing how to get the ball rolling on those long overdue projects, as well as sharing some tips and resources for filmmakers working with a tight budget.
First, a rich interview with a fellow filmmaker, Jason Verney.
So let's begin.
MBF interviews filmmaker, writer, and podcaster, Jason Verney
MBF: What got you into film?
JV: There have been perhaps three stages or times in my life that got me into film-making over a period of at least a couple of decades (although ideas go back about as far as three decades...). I always concocted ideas and visions, or at least through most of my adult life, and often these stemmed from music I heard, but not always. More recently, it’s my knowledge of certain aspects of culture, especially Korean, Asian, or general social issues
Should I shoot a film with no budget?
The short answer is yes! The trick is to think with in your budget and skill set!
So, let's begin with the basics. Is there a story (written down or otherwise?)
How do you see it unfolding on screen?
What sort of gear do you have access to?
Whom do you know that may be willing to help out?
Will you be able to edit your project?
In this first episode, we talk to David Found, a long-term documentary maker, reporter, photographer, lecturer, teacher, and an all-around good guy with an interest in good causes.
You can see David's work here:
Indie filmmakers often turn to crowdfunding to finance their movie masterpieces. Want to launch a successful campaign for your film? Here are some tips to give you broad strokes. We’ll dive deeper into each idea in subsequent issues:
1. Pick your platform wisely. Some crowdfunding sites only give you the cash if you reach your goal, while others let you keep the dough even if you fall short. Choose the one that fits you and your project best, or risk being left with an unfinished flick and empty pockets.
FREE COURSES
As a filmmaker on a tight budget, we know it can be tough to make ends meet (and by "ends," we mean the end of your film). But fear not, because there are plenty of resources out there to help you along the way. Check out these resource links below:
UPCOMING EVENTS
ÉCU - The European Independent Film Festival proudly provides the platform for independent filmmakers to express authentic, cinematic storytelling in the most compelling ways possible. **SUBMISSIONS OPEN ON APRIL 30TH 2022**
Be sure to join the next Micro Budget Filmmaker's Meetup using the link above. Get ready to network, learn, and be inspired with our beloved teammate Clifford White, award-winning music composer and host of our 1500-member-strong Mirco Budget Filmmaker Meetup. Join us for an evening of creative discussions and the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals. Whether you're a seasoned filmmaker or just starting out, this is the perfect opportunity to expand your knowledge, share your work, and make meaningful connections in the film industry. Don't miss out on this exciting evening of film and friendship. RSVP now to secure your spot!
Well, that's a wrap for the first edition of our Micro-Budget Filmmakers Newsletter!
We hope you found all of the tips, tricks, and inspiration to be super useful (and maybe even a little bit entertaining). And if you didn't, well, sorry about that. But hey, there's always the next issue! So until then, keep those cameras rolling and those creative juices flowing. And remember, even when things get tough (and trust us, they will), there's always a way to make it work.