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🌟 Reflecting on an Inspiring Kickoff Event 🌟 Last week's Seeds & Growth For Media masterclasses kickoff event was a true success! With a full house, we were privileged to hear from Bert Hamelinck, CEO of Caviar and the first Belgian ever nominated for an Oscar in 'best film'. Here are some key takeaways: 💼 Understanding the essence of business is crucial; 90% revolves around dealmaking and finance. 📝 Clear agreements and good deals are fundamental through meticulous planning. 👥 Business revolves around individuals; teamwork is key to success. 💡 Belief in your content and staying true to your passion is paramount. 💰 Revenue and growth aren't always linear; adaptability is key. 🤝 Partnerships thrive on integrity and fairness; "be nice, be fair, be forgiving." 🔑 Intellectual property (IP) is invaluable; protecting and leveraging it is essential. Let's embrace these insights as we navigate the media and entertainment landscape. Together, we innovate, adapt, and thrive. 🌍 #SeedsAndGrowthForMedia #IntellectualProperty #MediaPartnerships #MediaInspiration wehave - Techstars '23 • Scribewave • TheGreenShot • PRETENCE GAMES • NegenZestien • MOVART • Wobby • Vectrix • Mathias Teuwen • Magnus Dikese • Jonathan Van de Velde • Department of Culture, Youth and Media • Sarah Geeroms • Clélia Twagirayesu • Robin Rymenans • Lieke Decosemaker • Lotte van Ael • Noémie Schepens • elias segers • Nabil Kamal MOLLA 

The latest edition of #OKCareerTech news features the latest updates on the Connect2Business platform, CTSO numbers hitting an all-time high, a Mid-America Tech student winning big at competition, and the newest video in our film industry series.

#Stabilitymatters – in life and in investments. Here is the 3rd film of #heliosbaf ad series highlighting the importance of stability. NFO opens on Monday 11th March.. #StabilityMatters #HeliosBAF #hertermkeliye

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The Texas Moving Image Industry Incentive Program (TMIIIP) has had a profound impact on the state, both economically and culturally. See the facts in this article on the economic and cultural impact of the film industry on Texas, past, current, and what can be. https://lnkd.in/gbdzVMrY

Good morning. Grab your coffee and read Brian Newman new rules for distribution. Key stand outs include identify your audience base and speak to that. There are audiences that are not getting seen or heard in narratives that they connect to. This is a big miss by mainstream media/ entertainment companies. This was certainly our steadfast belief when we acquired the media rights to Swedish author #LarsWilderäng His narratives are in the security, political, agent, financial thriller, grounded sci-fi from a Nordic perspective. There are men and women who are on platforms from all walks of life following his views and security concerns and analysis when it comes to nefarious practices by states and how that affects the Nordic security dilemmas. His heroine is a special ops soldier trained in the Swedish armed forces. Her name is #HannaHjerta. Hanna is no sweet “Inga from Sviden” - she is a complex character who is going to have to make some hard choices in grey - area sharp situations. We will not like her choices but we will understand them and ask ourselves what would we do for our country, children and family if we were in the same situation? We are speaking to the author’s fan base and secondary to that, an audience that is hungry for these narratives and genre driven stories from an authentic Nordic arc. And how that is packaged is the Trojan horse. The other stand out from Brian Newman’s 101 is own your destiny. Yes, be deliberate with your purpose and strategy. Going into default mode is not an option. Have a distribution plan from the start of acquiring stage. This idea may shock many filmmakers in Sweden where some have enjoyed never thinking about this due to the funding system we have here. Producers here have never had to think about their audience and relied on certain distributors whose swinging door subsidy state and EU grants have made them fat, lazy and inefficient hence the gaps in our local narratives and those coming to the cinema to see it. Those days are over. There are ten new rules Brian Newman indentifes for the market today. One thing is certain and that is nothing is certain. But remember this, chance favours the prepared.

📆 The countdown to European Film Market is on! Are you fully prepared to leave a lasting impression? We've got you covered! Join us for an exclusive webinar featuring Fulko Kuindersma from SKOOP Media and our own Arjun Mendhi. Get insider tips and strategies to navigate the market like a pro! In this not-to-be-missed session, you'll gain insight into: 🤝 Networking effectively with industry leaders 💼 Planning your meetings and schedule for maximum impact 🚀 Employing best practices to stand out in the bustling market environment Whether it's your first time at the market or you're a seasoned attendee, this webinar is the perfect opportunity to refine your approach and ensure a successful experience. 👉 Don't let the countdown stress you out. Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to thrive at #EFM2024. Watch now and step into the market with confidence! #EFM #EuropeanFilmMarket #Webinar #FilmMarketSuccess #tipsforsucess

This is the best summary I’ve seen of current distribution trends and ideas for how to be successful, esp with indie feature docs. Read the whole list by Brian Newman as there’s excellent facts and analysis of where we are and brilliant suggestions for maximizing impact and revenue. “ So, that’s the general state of film distribution right now in 2024, along with a few hopes for the future. The main takeaway should be – don’t put all of your faith in selling your film to a major distributor or streamer – own your destiny. It’s always been a smart strategy for savvy filmmakers (DIY distribution is a very old concept), but right now, in this market – it’s the only strategy that makes any sense. “