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BoF #111 — From Script to Screen: How a TV Director Actually Works | Grant Harvey Part 2 Aug 17, 2026 1648 What really happens when a television director steps onto a fast-moving set? In Part 2 of Jesse Ikeman's conversation with veteran director Grant Harvey, they explore the craft and pressure of directing television, from blocking and working with actors to collaborating with cinematographers and crews, making creative decisions quickly, and balancing artistic instincts with the demands of productio

BoF #110 — Grant Harvey on Directing Television, Working with Showrunners & Finding Your Creative Voice (Part 1) Aug 10, 2026 2284 What does it take to become a successful television director? In this episode, Jesse Ikeman speaks with veteran director Grant Harvey about the realities of directing TV, from landing the job and pitching to showrunners to preparing with cinematographers, collaborating with actors and crews, and maintaining a show's creative vision under the pressures of production. With more than 80 hours of tele

BoF #109 — Ameet Shukla on Film Producing, Financing & the Business of Hollywood Aug 3, 2026 2588 What does a film producer actually do—and how do movies get made in today's entertainment industry? In this episode of The Business of Film Podcast, Jesse Ikeman sits down with veteran producer Ameet Shukla to explore the realities of modern film production. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience, Ameet shares his journey from intern to producer and explains the many roles producers play thro

BoF #108 — Justin Cathcart on Virtual Production, LED Volumes & the Future of Filmmaking Jul 27, 2026 1079 How are virtual production and LED volumes changing the way movies and television are made? In this episode, Jesse Ikeman sits down with Justin Cathcart, Virtual Production Supervisor at Dark Slope Studios, to explore the technology behind real-time filmmaking. Learn how Unreal Engine, LED walls, camera tracking, and in-camera visual effects are making blockbuster-quality production more accessibl

BoF #107 — Lindsay Hadley on Film, Philanthropy & the Future of Storytelling Jul 20, 2026 2783 Can storytelling change the world? In this episode, Jesse Ikeman speaks with Lindsay Hadley, CEO and Co-Founder of Harbor Fund, about the intersection of film, philanthropy, and social impact. They discuss innovative approaches to film financing, the challenges of funding independent films and documentaries, impact investing, the role of patrons in the arts, and why meaningful stories have the pow

BoF #106 — The Future of Advertising, Content & Brand Storytelling with Darryl Singer Jul 13, 2026 3506 The creator economy is reshaping entertainment, advertising, and content creation. In this episode, Jesse Ikeman speaks with Darryl Singer, Chief Revenue Officer at Connected Interactive, about authentic storytelling, AI-powered marketing, audience building, monetization, paid media, and the future of creator-led content. From YouTube and TikTok to brand partnerships, advertising strategies, and p

Best of BoF #3 - The Best Filmmaking Advice of the Month | Producers, PR Specialists, Stunt Coordinators and Industry Professionals Jul 6, 2026 1832 This edition of the "Best Of: Business of Film" features expert advice on filmmaking, producing, television, film financing, publicity, stunt coordination, distribution, and navigating major film festivals like Cannes. Learn how professionals like Victor Paguia, Matt Code, Angie Power and Julie Sisk approach creativity, production, budgeting, marketing, and career growth while gaining practical in

BoF #105 - Inside Cannes: Julie Sisk on Film Festivals, The American Pavilion & Take2 Films Jun 29, 2026 1925 What makes the Cannes Film Festival the most important event in the global film industry? Jesse Ikeman speaks with Julie Sisk, founder of the American Pavilion at Cannes, about the business of film festivals, networking, emerging filmmakers, and the evolution of one of cinema's most influential gathering places. Julie shares insider advice for first-time attendees, reflects on the changing landsca

BoF #104 - Part 2 - John McLean on Vertical Dramas, Creator Economy & the Future of Entertainment Jun 23, 2026 1356 What if the future of Hollywood isn't longer movies—but shorter stories? In this episode of The Business of Film Podcast, John McLean, COO of The Workbook, joins Jesse Ikeman to explore the rise of vertical dramas, creator studios, mobile-first entertainment and new financing models transforming the film industry. From IP ownership and content licensing to creator platforms, film financing and the

BoF #103 - Part 1 - John McLean on the Future of Hollywood Casting & Global Talent Jun 22, 2026 1482 How is technology changing the way Hollywood discovers talent? In this episode of The Business of Film Podcast, John McLean, COO of The Workbook, joins Jesse Ikeman to discuss the future of casting, talent discovery and film production. They explore how data is transforming casting decisions, why global talent opportunities are expanding, how production workflows are evolving, and what actors, pro

BoF #102 — Victor Paguia on Stunt Coordination, Action Design & Working with Hollywood's Top Directors Jun 15, 2026 2627 Emmy-nominated stunt coordinator Victor Paguia joins Jesse Ikeman to discuss the craft of designing action for film and television. With more than two decades of experience, Victor shares how stunt teams collaborate with directors, use pre-visualization tools, balance safety with creativity, and create action sequences that support character and story. From working on major productions to maintain

BoF # 101 - Matt Code on Film Financing, Production & the Future of Film & TV Jun 8, 2026 2346 Producer Matt Code joins The Business of Film Podcast to discuss how film and television production, financing, and distribution are changing. Drawing on years of industry experience, Matt explains the realities of financing independent films, the importance of cast and data in today's market, the role of international sales, and what aspiring filmmakers should focus on to build a sustainable care

Best of BoF #2 - Behind the Scenes of Successful Showrunning: TV Writing, Story Development & Getting Shows Made Jun 1, 2026 2540 What separates successful showrunners from everyone else? In this special episode of The Business of Film Podcast, Jesse Ikeman highlights lessons from acclaimed television creators and industry leaders, including Alan McCullough, Eva Anderson, Courtney A. Kemp, and Glenn Cockburn. Learn how hit TV series are structured, how compelling characters and cliffhangers keep audiences engaged, what goes

BoF #100 — How to Write for Video Games: Ubisoft Lead Writer for Far Cry 6 May 25, 2026 2753 In this episode of The Business of Film Podcast, Ubisoft lead writer Kyle Muir joins Jesse Ikeman to discuss the evolving craft of video game storytelling. From Far Cry 6 and Splinter Cell to the broader challenges of narrative design, Kyle breaks down how writing for games differs from television and film, how interactive storytelling changes the creative process, and why collaboration is essenti

BoF # 99 — Courtney A. Kemp on Showrunning, Heists & Netflix’s Nemesis May 14, 2026 2155 In this episode of The Business of Film Podcast, Emmy-nominated creator, writer, showrunner, and executive producer Courtney A. Kemp joins Jesse Ikeman to discuss her new Netflix series Nemesis. Best known for building the groundbreaking Power Universe, Kemp breaks down her creative process behind crafting compelling characters, intricate heist storytelling, and emotionally driven television that

BoF #98 — How Margo’s Got Money Troubles Was Made | Co-Showrunner Eva Anderson May 7, 2026 2428 In this episode of the Business of Film Podcast, Jesse Ikeman sits down with Eva Anderson, executive producer, co-showrunner, and writer of Apple TV+’s critically acclaimed series Margo’s Got Money Troubles. From adapting the bestselling novel with David E. Kelly and A24 to balancing comedy, drama, and nuanced social themes, Eva breaks down the creative and logistical realities of modern televisio

BoF # 97 — Screenwriting Secrets from a Top Talent Agent (How to Break In Today) | Glenn Cockburn, Meridian Artists Apr 30, 2026 2969 In this episode of The Business of Film Podcast, Jesse Ikeman sits down with Glenn Cockburn, founder of Meridian Artists, one of Canada’s top agencies representing writers and directors, to break down the realities of screenwriting and navigating today’s film and television industry. From developing voice and structure to pitching, selling, and adapting to a contracting market, Glenn shares practi

BoF # 96 — Turning Real Life Into a Film and Getting It to Market with Todd Friedman & Andy Palmer | "Last Shot" Apr 23, 2026 2882 In this episode, writer-producer Todd Friedman and director Andy Palmer break down the full journey of making an independent film, from personal story to festival premiere and distribution. They share insights on writing and producing Last Shot, casting and working with actors like Jaime Pressly and Michael Rapaport, and navigating the realities of indie film financing, production, and post. The c

BoF # 95 — How to Write a TV Procedural with Showrunner Alan McCullough Apr 13, 2026 3266 How do TV procedurals actually get made? Award-winning showrunner Alan McCullough pulls back the curtain on writers’ rooms, script development, and what it really takes to build a career in television. From Stargate to Private Eyes and The Spencer Sisters, this is a practical, insider look at how TV writing works. More from Business of Film: https://linktr.ee/businessoffilmpod QUESTIONS? Email

BoF #94 — How Film Publicity Actually Works with Angie Power, Route 504 PR Apr 2, 2026 2678 In this episode, seasoned publicist Angie Power (Route 504 PR) shares how publicity shapes the success of a film from development through release. With over 25 years of experience, she breaks down the role of press strategy, the difference between publicity and marketing, and how the media landscape has evolved. From film festivals to social media and influencer outreach, this conversation explore

Best Of BoF #1 — 4 Moments That Changed The Way I Look At Film Mar 26, 2026 1162 4 of our BEST conversations on film. You don't want to miss this! QUESTIONS? Email us and we'll answer on the pod! askbofpod@gmail.com

BoF #93 — Mr. Beast Writer & 1.7M Creator Reveal YouTube Growth Secrets | Ryan Prunty & Casey Creveling, Social Carry Mar 19, 2026 3309 What actually works on YouTube right now? Ryan Prunty (1.7M+ subscribers) and MrBeast writer Casey Creveling unpack the real strategies behind growth — from retention and consistency to AI, monetization, and why most creators never break through. QUESTIONS? Email us and we'll answer on the pod! askbofpod@gmail.com More from Ryan & Casey: https://www.socialcarry.co/ Ryan's Socials: ht

BoF #92 — What It’s Really Like Writing for Marvel | Geoffrey Thorne, Genre 19 Mar 12, 2026 3803 An inside look at the craft of storytelling, writing for television, and adapting major IP. Jesse and Geoffrey Thorne (Genre 19) explore writers’ rooms, dialogue, pitching, and lessons learned from working across Marvel, Star Trek novels, and television. QUESTIONS? Email us and we'll answer on the pod! askbofpod@gmail.com More from Geoff: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0861382/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

BoF #91 — The Creator Economy Is Replacing Hollywood | Paul McGrath, Underknown Mar 5, 2026 2555 The creator economy is reshaping media. Jesse Ikeman sits down with digital strategist Paul McGrath (Underknown) to break down how YouTube channels grow, why data drives modern storytelling, and where creators are actually making money today. From AI tools to vertical video, this episode explores how creators can thrive in the new media landscape. QUESTIONS? Email us and we'll answer on the

BoF #90 — He Said THIS to JJ Abrams (And Got the Job!) | Paul Guyot, Screenwriting Truth Feb 26, 2026 3412 Paul Guyot (screenwriter, showrunner, and author of Kill The Dog) joins Jesse to break down the truth about screenwriting. They unpack bad guru advice, why character always beats formula, and why writers should stop waiting for Hollywood’s permission. Paul shares lessons from working in television, writing features, and navigating an industry that’s changing fast. If you’re a writer trying to brea

BoF #89 — 3 Things You Need to Think About Before Auditioning | Seta James, The Characters Feb 19, 2026 174565 Jesse sits down with talent agent Seta James to unpack what it really takes to get cast today. From self-tapes and post-strike competition to AI in contracts and the evolving role of agents, they break down the realities actors are facing. Seta shares practical advice on standing out, building relationships, and navigating a rapidly changing industry. QUESTIONS? Email us and we'll answer on the

BoF #88 — Why Better Gear Won’t Fix Your Film | Stephen Whitehead, CS. Feb 12, 2026 148560 What does a great Director of Photography actually do? Jesse Ikeman sits down with cinematographer Stephen Whitehead to break down craft, collaboration, common directing mistakes, and how story, blocking, and technology shape a film. QUESTIONS? Email us and we'll answer on the pod! askbofpod@gmail.com

BoF #87 — The Truth About AI in Film: Creators Still Win | Pasha Patriki, Hangar 18 Media Feb 5, 2026 196260 What does it really take to make films today? Jesse Ikeman and Pasha Patriki (Hangar 18 Media, PurpleDOG Post) talk indie filmmaking, AI, distribution, and why story still wins. QUESTIONS? Email us and we'll answer on the pod! askbofpod@gmail.com

We're Back! Feb 4, 2026 166 New season. New conversations. Business of Film returns with weekly episodes exploring the realities of filmmaking, media, and the modern creator economy - straight from the people doing the work. New episodes drop Thursdays, starting tomorrow. Follow the show so you don’t miss what’s next.

BoF #86 – Forrest Films with Ali Afshar and Scott Kennedy Apr 16, 2019 2982 Welcome back to the Business of Film podcast, episode #86. The two founders of the company are Forrest Lucas (owner of Lucas Oil, the naming rights to the Indianapolis Colts football stadium, the auto-sports cable network MAVTV and Lucas Oil Speedway) and Ali Afshar (current race car driver, producer and actor). They brought on Scott ... The post BoF #86 – Forrest Films with Ali Afshar and Scott K

MovieCoin with Christopher Woodrow Jan 16, 2019 2621 Welcome back to the Business of Film podcast, episode #8. Christopher Woodrow, the Chairman and CEO of MovieCoin just us for an in-depth conversation on the next generation of film financing. MovieCoin is a next-generation financial technology company focused on leveraging blockchain technology, digital assets and proprietary applications to create a new standard currency for ... The post MovieCoi

BoF #84 – A $12 Billion Year? – with NATO’s Patrick Corcoran Dec 24, 2018 3626 Welcome back to the Business of Film podcast, episode #84. Patrick Corcoran is the Vice President and Chief Communications Officer of the National Association of Theatre Owners. This has been an amazing year for film. The industry is approaching, for the first time ever, $12 Billion of box office. The simple fact that we can ... The post BoF #84 – A $12 Billion Year? – with NATO’s Patrick Corcoran

BoF #83 – Matthew Helderman and BondIt Media Capital Jul 3, 2018 3064 Welcome back to the Business of Film podcast, episode #83. Matthew Helderman is the founder and CEO of both Buffalo 8 and BondIt Media Capital. With a background rooted in media production, finance and digital technology he leads the team of both businesses on a daily basis. Helderman is a regular speaker at international media ... The post BoF #83 – Matthew Helderman and BondIt Media Capital appe

BoF #82 – Bob Bassett, Dean of Dodge College of Film and Media Arts Jun 26, 2018 3514 Welcome back to the Business of Film podcast, episode #82. Bob Bassett is the Dean of Dodge College of Fine Arts at Chapman University. The Hollywood Reporter ranked Chapman’s film program #6 in the country. Lots of great stuff here. Connect with us on INSTAGRAM or any other social @Crafttruck The post BoF #82 – Bob Bassett, Dean of Dodge College of Film and Media Arts appeared first on Craft Truc

Time Trap with Ben Foster and Mark Dennis Apr 24, 2018 3228 Welcome back to the Business of Film podcast, episode #81. On this episode we talk with co-directors Ben Foster and Mark Dennis and do a case study of their mind-bending sci-fi film Time Trap. The film is about a group of archaeology students trapped inside a mysterious cave where time passes differently underground than on ... The post Time Trap with Ben Foster and Mark Dennis appeared first on C

BoF #80 – 19 Questions Every Films Student Should Know Mar 14, 2017 3109 Welcome back to Business of Film podcast, episode #80. Today I sit down with a film student in the Creative Industries program at Ryerson University who is specializing in the Business of Film. The interview was filmed and this episode is the unedited complete interview. Here’s a list the questions asked and answered on the ... The post BoF #80 – 19 Questions Every Films Student Should Know appear

BoF #79 – The Creative Industries with James Nadler Feb 14, 2017 2648 Welcome back to Business of Film podcast, episode #79. On this episode we welcome James Nadler, a writer/producer and currently the Chair of Creative Industries at Ryerson University. Here’s a quick video from interview: Also, if you have any comments or questions, just write’em below or find us on Twitter. The post BoF #79 – The Creative Industries with James Nadler appeared first on Craft Truck.

BoF #78 – All Our Wrong Todays with Elan Mastai Feb 7, 2017 2718 Welcome back to Business of Film podcast, episode #78. Screenwriter and now novelist, Elan Mastai, is our guest. On this episode we talk about Elan’s first novel, All Our Wrong Todays, and how Paramount Pictures ended up optioned the film rights with Elan adapting the novel for the screen. ELAN MASTAI is the screenwriter behind ... The post BoF #78 – All Our Wrong Todays with Elan Mastai appeared

BoF #77 – Indie Filmmaking with Sean Cisterna Jan 17, 2017 2887 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #77. We welcome Sean Cisterna, independent director and producer to the show. On this episode we learn what it takes to get started in the business and the secret to syndicated your film – hint: NOBODY DOES THIS!. Here’s a quick video from interview: Trailer for Sean’s latest ... The post BoF #77 – Indie Filmmaking with Sean Cisterna appeared first on Cra

BoF #76 – Pasha Patriki Nov 29, 2016 2287 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #76. We welcome “film ninja”, Pasha Patriki, to the show. Very excited about this. Here’s a quick video from interview: Also, if you have any comments or questions, just write’em below or find us on Twitter. The post BoF #76 – Pasha Patriki appeared first on Craft Truck.

BoF#75 – Making Money in a World Where Digital Streaming Rules Nov 15, 2016 3009 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #75. We welcome Dan Landes & Peter Klass to the show to discuss their new whitepaper The Evolution of New Media: Making Money in a World Where Digital Streaming Rules. Dan and Peter work at the firm Green Hasson Janks, one of the premier audit firms in the ... The post BoF#75 – Making Money in a World Where Digital Streaming Rules appeared first on Cra

BoF #74 – Alive and Kicking with Scott Abramovitch Jul 8, 2015 2671 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #74. We welcome Scott Abramovitch to the show. Today we dive into Scott’s Kickstarter campaign and talk about what it was like moving to LA and how he got started a little over a decade ago in the business. What I love about this chat is that we ... The post BoF #74 – Alive and Kicking with Scott Abramovitch appeared first on Craft Truck.

BoF #73 – Writing & Directing with Marc Meyers Jun 30, 2015 2702 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #73. This week our guest is Marc Meyers, director of How He Fell in Love starring Matt McGorry (“Orange in the New Black”) and Amy Hargreaves (“Michael Clayton”). How He Fell in Love is a film that Marc wrote and directed. It’s a story of perseverance because when ... The post BoF #73 – Writing & Directing with Marc Meyers appeared first on Craft Truck

BoF #72 – The Gravity Lawsuit Jun 23, 2015 2187 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #72. On this episode we take an in-depth look at the Tess Gerritsen lawsuit. I’m solo-podding it today. I read this article in the Hollywood Reporter and I got, well, very frustrated. So, I had to take the time to talk in great detail about the most recent ... The post BoF #72 – The Gravity Lawsuit appeared first on Craft Truck.

BoF #71 – The Story Room Jun 16, 2015 1914 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #71. Today we’re talking all about story in THE STORY ROOM. Special guests are our very own Jeff Glickman, Alexis Grieve and Ira Wells. On this episode we will: – deconstruct the myths of story structure, – what makes a good pitch, – why one-pagers matter, – just ... The post BoF #71 – The Story Room appeared first on Craft Truck.

BoF #70 – Remote Location Shooting with Marc Swenker Jun 9, 2015 1369 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #70. This episode Marc Swenker takes us on location in Laos to the set of his latest feature and talks about what it takes to bring a show on the road to a country with no infrastructure. Marc recently had a film premier at the 2015 Cannes International ... The post BoF #70 – Remote Location Shooting with Marc Swenker appeared first on Craft Truck.

BoF #69 – Producing Your First Feature with Justin McConnell Jun 2, 2015 2736 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #69. This episode Justin McConnell jumps into what it takes to produce your first monetizeable feature film and taking the leap to go to Cannes for the first time. We cover a ton of ground on this episode. Justin has a lot of distribution knowledge to share and ... The post BoF #69 – Producing Your First Feature with Justin McConnell appeared first on Craf

BoF #68 – Fun Size Horror with Michael May May 26, 2015 2678 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #68. Michael May joins us to talk about Fun Size Horror. About Fun Size Horror a new website with original productions and user submitted content is going live wednesday the 27th! On this episde we talk about Gravitas Ventures, digital distribution and much more. We get into some ... The post BoF #68 – Fun Size Horror with Michael May appeared first on Cra

BoF #67 – The Creative Live Film Channel May 19, 2015 2440 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #67. This week we are joined by Robert Milazzo from Creative Live Film Channel. This marks the start of our collaboration with Creative Live and we’re exciting to have Robert on the show to share his passion for film and film education. Robert started in the trenches as ... The post BoF #67 – The Creative Live Film Channel appeared first on Craft Truck.

BoF #66 – Co-Production in South Africa – with Greig Buckle May 12, 2015 1765 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #66. This is a very special podcast for us here at Business of Film. This week we are on location in South Africa with Producer Greig Buckle and talk all about working in this magical country. Greig Buckle recently worked on Mad Max and Chronical and is one ... The post BoF #66 – Co-Production in South Africa – with Greig Buckle appeared first on Craft Tru

BoF #65 – Variety Insight & Vscore with Andrea Adams May 5, 2015 2512 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #65. This week we do a platform walk-through of Variety Insight & Variety Vscore. Both of these platforms are incredibly powerful. They differ from IMDB primarily in the fact that they are curated by a staff at Vareity. Also, they provide a much broader base of industry information. ... The post BoF #65 – Variety Insight & Vscore with Andrea Adams

BoF #64 – Showrunning with Naren Shankar Apr 28, 2015 3004 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #64. This episode features one of the best showrunners in the business, Naren Shankar (CSI, The Expanse). Naren started his career on Star Trek: TNG where he worked for 52 episodes. Since then, he worked on the Outer Limits, 182 episodes of CSI, Alost Human, and more recently ... The post BoF #64 – Showrunning with Naren Shankar appeared first on Craft Tru

BoF #63 – From Reservoir Dogs to Directing Adult Beginners with Ross Katz Apr 21, 2015 2815 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode #63. Ross Katz takes us on an inspring journey from working his first job on Reservoir Dogs to directing Adult Beginners. Ross Katz started his career as a grip on Reservoir Dogs. He went on to working as a runner for Sydney Pollack. From there, he worked with ... The post BoF #63 – From Reservoir Dogs to Directing Adult Beginners with Ross Katz appeared f

BoF #62 – Negotiating Talent Contracts with Danny Webber Apr 14, 2015 2879 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 62. We chat with entertainment attorney Danny Webber on this episode and have an in-depth discussion about negotiating talent contracts. There’s a lot to cover. We waste no time getting into the many aspects of talent agreements. We discuss such things as union issues, working talent accross jurisdictions, ... The post BoF #62 – Negotiating Talent Contract

BoF #61 – Jon Reiss on Marketing & Distribution for the Digital Age Apr 7, 2015 3195 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 61. We chat with author, consultant, and media strategist, Jon Reiss on this episode. This was a really fun conversation. Jon has some really outside of the box thinking for a digital age. He’s a true strategy guy and thinks about how to get your film out there ... The post BoF #61 – Jon Reiss on Marketing & Distribution for the Digital Age appeared fi

BoF #60 – Working with Funding Agencies with Dan Lyon (Telefilm) Mar 31, 2015 2869 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 60. On this episode we talk agency & government and what it takes to develop a strong relationship with these kinds of funding bodies. Dan Lyon, one of Telefilm Canada’s regional directors, takes us through multiple examples of what makes a good pitch. There’s a lot of topics ... The post BoF #60 – Working with Funding Agencies with Dan Lyon (Telefilm)

Bof #59 – The Art of Producing with Jared Goldman Mar 24, 2015 2671 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 59. This week we’ve got producer Jared Goldman (“Adult Beginners”, “Kill Your Darlings”). Jared is a passionate filmmakers and attacts the job for all the right reasons. A tremendous background in the film industry with tons to share… and a special free give away!. Jared has produced or ... The post Bof #59 – The Art of Producing with Jared Goldman appeare

BoF #58 – VP Business Affairs & Production Administration, Jeff Willis (Weinstein Company) Mar 17, 2015 2754 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 58. We welcome Jeff Willis, Vice President Business Affairs & Production at the Weinstein Company to the show. We dive into some pretty cool topics on this episode including film distribution, talent deals, and copyright. Want some insight into how to make talent deals that stick? This episode ... The post BoF #58 – VP Business Affairs & Production

BoF #57 – VFX Supervisor Bob Munroe Mar 10, 2015 3328 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 57. We welcome VFX Supervisor Bob Munroe to the show. Bob is one of the best in the business and he shares his knowledge on how to get the most out of your VFX work. I’ve known Bob for a while now and had the pleasure of working ... The post BoF #57 – VFX Supervisor Bob Munroe appeared first on Craft Truck.

BoF #56 – Micro Budget Production and Scheduling Platform with Indie Boogie Mar 3, 2015 1732 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 56. This is way Indie Boogie describes themselves: “Your one-stop online filmmaking platform. We offer a free online platform for producing independent films, providing tools and communities for all steps of the filmmaking process.” It’s a really cool platform. Definitely worth checking out. And for the bootstrapper filmmaker, ... The post BoF #56 – Micro

BoF #55 – Film Publicity On Set & Festivals with GAT PR’s Ingrid Hamilton Feb 24, 2015 2626 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 55. I’ve had the pleasure of working with Ingrid on two productions and she’s a pro at her job. I was excited to have her on the show to talk about how producers can leverage the power of publicity for their films. One of the key distinctions in ... The post BoF #55 – Film Publicity On Set & Festivals with GAT PR’s Ingrid Hamilton appeared first on Cra

BoF #54 – Producing & Distritbution with Randy Manis Feb 17, 2015 2585 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 54. Producer Randy Manis joins us for a conversation about the state of the market, film distribution, and the value of festivals and theatrical releases. One of my favorite bits on this show is Randy talking about what “Salvage Value” means. It’s just so perfect. We hope you ... The post BoF #54 – Producing & Distritbution with Randy Manis appeared fi

BoF #53 – Production Management with DJ Carson (Pacific Rim) Feb 10, 2015 2687 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 53. This is our second conversation in a series of talks with specific department heads. Today, we are fortunate to have Production Manager, DJ Carson (Pacific Rim, The Incredible Hulk) with us on this episode. We get into how DJ started his career. His sensibilities when it comes ... The post BoF #53 – Production Management with DJ Carson (Pacific Rim) ap

BoF #52 – Save the Cat with Mike Cheda Feb 3, 2015 2619 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 52. Mike Cheda, story consultant, is with us on this story centric discussion of why projects work; or don’t. I was first introduced to Mike via Save the Cat and we get into that and more. Mike shares with us some pretty cool tips when thinking about story. ... The post BoF #52 – Save the Cat with Mike Cheda appeared first on Craft Truck.

BoF #51-1/2 – The Pursuit Jan 30, 2015 256 This isn’t an episode. This is a thought. An important thought. It’s 5 minutes — so have a listen. Cheers! Please leave us a review on iTunes, it really helps, and we appreciate it. We’ll even send you a digital muffin. Also, if you have any comments or questions, just write’em below or find us ... The post BoF #51-1/2 – The Pursuit appeared first on Craft Truck.

BoF #51 – The Producer 1st Assistant Director Relationship Jan 26, 2015 2671 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 51. The episode we kick off 2015 with the first in a series of discussion about the Producer “blank” relationship. Yes, we’ll be filling in those blanks… We’re happy to have 1st Assistant Director Stewart Young, DGA & DGC member with us. Of particular interest in this discussion ... The post BoF #51 – The Producer 1st Assistant Director Relationship ap

BoF #50 – Recapping Episodes 21-50 Oct 7, 2014 1928 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 50. This episode we take a look back at things we learned in our last 30 episodes. Recorded but not forgotten. The purpose of this episode is to go back to those first initial episodes and highlight some of the bigger take aways. Also, since we’ve covered a ... The post BoF #50 – Recapping Episodes 21-50 appeared first on Craft Truck.

BoF #49 – Recaping Episodes 1-20 Sep 30, 2014 2351 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 49. This episode we take a look back at things we learned in our first 20 episodes. Recorded but not forgotten. The purpose of this episode is to go back to those first initial episodes and highlight some of the bigger take aways. Also, since we’ve covered a ... The post BoF #49 – Recaping Episodes 1-20 appeared first on Craft Truck.

BoF #48 – Film Financing & Structuring Deals with Richard Hanet Sep 23, 2014 2972 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 48. This episode we welcome entertainment lawyer and executive producer Richard Hanet from the firm of Lewis, Birberg and Hanet, LLP. We get into some of the exciting aspects of film financing structures and why certain films get financed. I’ve had the pleasure of working with Richard for ... The post BoF #48 – Film Financing & Structuring Deals with R

BoF #47 – Distribution & Acquisitions with eOne’s Richard Rapkowski Sep 16, 2014 2744 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 47. On this episode we are joined by eOne Sr. V.P. of Business of Legal Affairs, Richard Rapkowski. He has a lot to share about the industry and way business works. It was a pleasure to have him on the show. On this episode we chat about: – ... The post BoF #47 – Distribution & Acquisitions with eOne’s Richard Rapkowski appeared first on Craft Truck.

BoF #46 – Film Production Insurance with Steve Beatty Sep 9, 2014 2922 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 46. On this episode we welcome the President of Culture One, Steve Beatty, who specializes in providing filmed and entertainment related production insurance. This is a very in-depth and detailed conversation and it was a pleasure to have Steve on the Show. And, we’re giving away a Free ... The post BoF #46 – Film Production Insurance with Steve Beatty app

BoF #45 – Co-Productions and Film Financing with Rob Heydon Sep 2, 2014 2410 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 45. This episode is a goodey. We have with us film producer, Rob Heydon. Rob recently shot Ecstacy, the adaptation of Irvine Welsh’s book, and the soon to be released Roger Spottiswood feature, Midnight Sun. I’ve known Rob for a while and it’s a pleasure to have him ... The post BoF #45 – Co-Productions and Film Financing with Rob Heydon appeared first on

BoF #44 – Breathing Life into Your Characters with Rachel Ballon Aug 26, 2014 2629 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 44. This week we got a double dose of goodness. On the show is Rachel Ballon, author of 5 books, and a special guest co-host…! Among the books that Rachel has authored include The Writers Portable Therapist and Breathing Life Into Your Characters . In this episode we ... The post BoF #44 – Breathing Life into Your Characters with Rachel Ballon appeared fir

BoF #43 – Distribution Models for Filmmakers with David Hudakoc of LevelFILM Aug 19, 2014 2720 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 43. We welcome distribution veteran David Hudakoc, partner at LevelFILM, to this weeks show. This week is all about the meat and potatoes of distribution. We really get into it and David is awesome to chat with in this regard. We cover some really great topics such as: ... The post BoF #43 – Distribution Models for Filmmakers with David Hudakoc of LevelFIL

BoF #42 – Rantings and Ravings of a Screenplay Reader with Howard Casner Aug 12, 2014 2005 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 42. Today we are joined by Howard Casner, screenplay reader for contests such as Slamdance and Final Draft and author of Rantings and Ravings of a Screenplay Reader. This episode was tons of fun. Howard reads somewhere between 300-400 screenplays a year for contest. And when you read ... The post BoF #42 – Rantings and Ravings of a Screenplay Reader with H

BoF #41 – Making a Good Script Great, author Linda Seger Aug 5, 2014 3112 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 41. We are very fortunate to have Linda Seger, author of Making a Good Script Great, on this episode as she shares her insights on film. Linda needs no introduction. Her seminal book on screenwriting is now in its 3rd edition. In this episode we chat: – Where ... The post BoF #41 – Making a Good Script Great, author Linda Seger appeared first on Craft Truc

BoF #40 – The Best Screenplays in Hollywood with Jason Scoggins, CEO Spec Scout Jul 29, 2014 2613 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 40. This episode we take an in-depth peak behind the curtain at Specscout.com and The Scoggins Report. The site combines a script coverage library with a scoring system in order to highlight the best screenplays circulating Hollywood This episode we chat with Jason Scoggins, the founder of Specscout ... The post BoF #40 – The Best Screenplays in Hollywood

BoF #39 – Producing & Selling Your Films with Sebastian Twardosz Jul 22, 2014 2503 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 39. Sebastian Twardosz worked his way up in Hollywood the good old fashion way. From assisting Paula Wagner and Tom Cruise in their heyday to producing and selling feature films. Sebastian has worked in film and television for the past seventeen years. Previous to Circus Road, he was ... The post BoF #39 – Producing & Selling Your Films with Sebastian

BoF #38 – Working the Film Markets with Heather Hale Jul 15, 2014 2496 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 38. Today we are joined by independent producer and director Heather Hale with over 50 hours of produced television credits. She is also currently writing a book entitled Power Networking the Film & TV Markets for Focal Press. Heather is an approved independent Producer for NBCUniversal through their ... The post BoF #38 – Working the Film Markets with

BoF #37 Crowdfunding Tips for Filmmakers Jul 8, 2014 3949 Welcome back to Business of Film, episode 37. This week we have a special presentation of our exclusive hangout with Kickstarter, Indiegogo and Seed&Spark. I’m thrilled to be sharing this particular audio version of the Hangout on our podcast. It was such fun to bring these big three platforms in the crowdfunding space together for ... The post BoF #37 Crowdfunding Tips for Filmmakers appeared

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