London Film Network

 
 
 

Are you looking to learn how to fund your next short film? Then the London Short Film Funding Summit is the event for you!

TICKETS & INFO:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/london-short-film-funding-summit-tickets-527127090317?aff=mtum

This full day event will be packed with seminars, talks, panel discussions and networking. You can expect to leave the event with a huge amount of insight into how the short film industry works, what different paths you can take and which strategy might be best suited for your particular project.
Please find a list of seminar and panel discussion topics that we will be covering below. The speakers and full event schedule will be announced soon.

CROWDFUNDING:
The majority of short films are still being funded through crowdfunding. So what makes a crowdfunding campaign successful? How have filmmakers managed to raise £30k+ for their short films and how can you do the same? We'll discuss the pros and cons of crowdfunding and dig into some detailed strategies that can help you reach your funding target.

GRANTS & FUNDING SCHEMES
What are some of the best grants and funding schemes that exist for short filmmakers? How can you find them and how should you apply to maximise your chances of success? We'll provide answers to all of those question in this talk.

ALTERNATIVE METHODS OF FUNDING
Finally we will also discuss new and alternatives methods of film funding including reviewing new film funding platforms, NFTs, product placement and much more!

At the end of this content-packed day you can expect to walk out with a good understanding of all the different strategies you can use to finance your short film and a clear picture of which one might be best for your particular project.

TICKETS & INFO:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/london-short-film-funding-summit-tickets-527127090317?aff=mtum

 
 
 

To celebrate the launch of Cine Circle PRO we will be holding a free networking event!

TICKETS & INFO:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cine-circle-film-networking-tickets-641121219827?aff=mtum

What to expect:
Tickets are limited and we're expecting a very high turnout of actors and filmmakers so you must register in order to attend.
Come along to meet and network with like-minded filmmakers, actors, film financiers and indie-film marketing specialists. Whether you’re on the hunt for cast and crew, new projects, or are looking to explore your financing and marketing options, this is the perfect time and place to discuss all your current and future projects with some great company and a drink in your hand.
To celebrate the launch we will be giving out freebies and special offers throughout the event.
About Cine Circle PRO:
Cine Circle Pro is the streaming platform with content focusing on teaching the business side of filmmaking. Our aim is to enable filmmakers to turn filmmaking from a hobby into a business or career.
The video lessons mainly focus on:

• Building a career in the film & TV industry
• Film funding & financing
• Film sales, distribution & marketing

The lessons are taught by a range of experts including experienced producers, marketing & PR consultants, distributors, media career coaches and more.
Find out more:
https://www.cinecircle.co.uk/pro-sign-up

TICKETS & INFO:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cine-circle-film-networking-tickets-641121219827?aff=mtum

 
 
 

Are you looking to learn how to fund your next film? Then the London Film Funding Summit is the event for you!

TICKETS & INFO:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/london-film-funding-summit-tickets-632229795337?aff=mtum

This full day event will be packed with talks, discussions and networking. You can expect to leave the event with a huge amount of insight into how the industry works, what different paths you can take and which strategy might be best suited for your particular project.
You can find a list of topics and sessions below. A full list of speakers will be announced soon.
NATIONAL, LOCAL & GRANT FUNDING
BFI Film Fund: We'll discuss the ins and out of applying for the BFI film fund. She will outline what type of project are more likely to gain funding and how to maximise your chances during the process
Local Funding: When should you apply for local funding and how can you pool different pots of funding together to source the budget for your film.
Grants: How are grants different to other types of funding? How do you acquire and expand your connections to successfully apply and gain funding through grants?
ACQUIRING PRIVATE INVESTORS
Have you ever wondered how to find and approach private investors? And once you find one what are they actually looking for? What can you expect when you manage to book in a pitch session with an investor and how should you prepare? At what stage should you even start to look for one? We'll cover all of this in a hyper-focused session on finding and securing private investment for film.
FINDING PRE-SALES DEALS
We'll explain how pre-sales work from a legal perspective and what to look out for. We'll also discuss some of the most effective strategies for approaching sales agents and locking in a pre-sale deal.
UK & INTERNATIONAL TAX CREDITS
Do you want a 20% discount on your film's budget? Then the UK tax credit us the way to go! In this section we'll discuss how tax incentives work in the UK, how to apply for them and what the requirements are. We'll also discuss international tax credits and who they work.
PITCHING YOUR FILM TO STREAMING PLATFORMS
We'll discuss how to pitch your film to platforms such as Netflix. We'll cover what the options are, how the process looks like, what kind of projects have the highest chances of getting funding and how you can maximise your chances of success.

TICKETS & INFO:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/london-film-funding-summit-tickets-632229795337?aff=mtum

 
 
 

Are you looking to distribute your next film? Then the London Film Distribution Summit is the event for you!

TICKETS & INFO:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/london-film-distribution-summit-tickets-631996587807?aff=mtum

This full-day event will be packed with seminars, talks, panel discussions and networking. The speakers will include successful film producers, distributors, sales agents and marketing consultants all giving their unique perspective on how to navigate the world of film distribution. You can expect to leave the event with a huge amount of insight into how the industry works, what different paths you can take and which strategy might be best suited for your particular project.
You can find a list of topics and sessions below. A full list of speakers will be announced soon.
INTRODUCTION TO FILM DISTRIBUTION
We'll provide an overview of what film distribution is, the different stages involved in the distribution process, and how it works. We'll discuss the many different routes to releasing your film in a profitable way. We'll also discuss the various types of film distribution models, such as theatrical release, home video, streaming, and video-on-demand (VOD).
FILM FESTIVAL STRATEGY
Firstly we'll firstly discuss how to create a film festival strategy that will actually help you get nominations and awards without wasting a huge amount of money. Secondly we'll discuss how to utilise film festivals to acquire sales agents or distribution deals.
FINDING AND APPROACHING SALES AGENTS
We'll outline the different steps you need to take to find the right sales agent for your film which can make or break your entire distribution strategy. We'll discuss when and how to approach sales agents, how to find the right ones and how to get them on board your project.
PR, MARKETING & REACHING YOUR AUDIENCES
In this talk we’ll outline the many different methods you can use to reach a wider audience when releasing your film. We'll discuss both paid and organic marketing methods and how to utilise PR to get as many eyeballs on your film.
SELF-DISTRIBUTION & ALTERNATIVE METHODS
Finally we'll discuss how to self-distribute your film if you cannot find a sales agents or distributor. We'll discuss online self-distribution as well as alternative methods of distributing your film on a very limited budget.

TICKETS & INFO:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/london-film-distribution-summit-tickets-631996587807?aff=mtum