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Symposium: Educational Programme
from S.O.U.L. Fest 2020 Brochure
by tnbfc
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Film Finance Masterclass
Taking place over four weeks, Jasmin Morrison (Soul Cognition founder) leads an intensive course covering everything film finance from types of finance and sales, to finance in practice and pitching. Week 1
Types of Finance
We will look at different types of finance including development, equity and debt finance. We will discuss what these types of finance are as well as expected terms, what they are secured against and when they are repaid. Week 2
Sales and Distribution
During our second session we will be focusing on film sales and distribution. Key topics will be understanding the different distribution deals including when payments occur and what a sales agent’s deal will look like. Week 3
Finance in Practice
Having discussed the many types of finance, the third week of the course will look at finance plans, recoupment
Jasmin Morrison
waterfalls and net profits. This session will look to bring together our previously discussed topics to focus on how to structure projects finances with multiple parties. Week 4
Pitching
In the final week of the course we will be focusing on the first step in starting to secure finance by focusing on pitching. We will cover what to include in a pitch document, how pitch documents vary for the intended reader and give you actionable advice on how to start working on the pitch deck for your next project. >>
Shorts To Features Panel
Learn how to make the leap from the short form to a full-length format. This session will help independent filmmakers navigate their way through the opportunities accessible, across documentary and fiction, with funders and alumni that have experience in both areas.
Panel features:
Matt Ajan (BFI NETWORK) Lynn Nwokorie (BFI Doc Society Fund) Jane Ray (The Whickers) Andy Mundy-Castle (Doc Hearts)
Matt Ajan Lynn Nwokorie Jane Ray Andy MundyCastle
Training and Skills Development Panel
It’s important to understand your skill level and be prepared to continuously learn and adapt as technologies evolve. While schemes, internships and work experience opportunities are available, which will put you in the best stead to find work and get hired?
Panel features:
Nahrein Kemp (Film London) Nicola Lees (Sara Putt Associates) Natalie Tandoh (ScreenSkills) Kate Rolfe (Digital Orchard)
Nahrein Kemp Nicola Lees Natalie Tandoh Kate Rolfe
Marketing and PR Panel
Every film needs Marketing and PR to ensure it gains an audience. In a world in which the films of Black filmmakers are often misunderstood or seen as high risk, however, it’s not always easy to find the right people to promote your film.
Panel features:
Ronke Lawal (Ariatu PR) Amber Muotto (Way To Blue) Ruby Aryiku (VAMP UK) Mia Farrell (BFI Festivals)
Ronke Lawal Amber Muotto Ruby Aryiku Mia Farrell
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