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Making a film for the first time can be overwhelming. Especially when you sit and think about: ~ Getting a good story; ~ Getting the right screenwriter who will pen your story to perfection; ~ Getting the right crew that understands the vision and is willing to team up with you to bring it to life; ~ Getting the right cast that will interpret the role perfectly; ~ Securing funds; ~ Getting the right location, equipment, and many more. Honestly, imagining all this alone is daunting. But here is one thing I always tell my clients when they complain to me. TAKE IT ONE STEP AT A TIME. Start with getting the right story. That one story that you are excited to tell and you strongly believe that your target audience would easily relate with. Then proceed to engage a suitable screenwriter for it. Trust me, a compelling story that is scripted well would have little or no issue attracting the right talents and investors. Then take your time to create a strategic and convincing pitch for your shortlisted investors. Before you know it, what seems like an insurmountable mountain will become a piece of cake that can be chewed bit by bit. Trust me, the fear is in the overthinking. Take one step this week and another next week and before you know it, you will be announcing your release date. Try it, it works like magic. Always remember, your favorite film lawyer is rooting for you💪💪 Quick question, how did you get over the overwhelm when you made your first film? Share your experience with us in the comments. PS: Inspire at least one filmmaker today by sharing this post. _ _ _ _ _ Hi, my name is Omotayo, I help scriptwriters and filmmakers like you protect and monetize their content and brand to enable them create generational wealth. Follow me Omotayo Queen Inakoju to get free tips on how to build a profitable and legally protected film business. #filmmaker #filmproduction #scriptwriter #filmlawyer #nollywood

🎬 MY VIDEO EDITING JOURNEY ✨✨✨ In this video, I dive into my film school days, the discovery of my editing love, and the story behind the name! 🎥 #videoediting #videoeditorslife #adobepremierepro #filmschool #torontometropolitanuniversity #entrepreneur #myjourney #media

🎬 MY VIDEO EDITING JOURNEY ✨✨✨ In this video, I dive into my film school days, the discovery of my editing love, and the story behind the name! 🎥 #videoediting #videoeditorslife #adobepremierepro #filmschool #torontometropolitanuniversity #entrepreneur #myjourney #media

"If I had known the script was this good, I would have read it earlier." A casting director made that joke to me a few years ago about The Sleepless. And it IS funny, because it's so hard to know when a script is worth your time. There are just so many out there being pitched. Now that I'm producing more, I understand this even more clearly. But can we really say: "Hey. This is actually good" to someone? I've done it recently. I'm also pointing to the ratings and reviews of my films on IMDb and elsewhere. So much is out of our control in the film business, and in business in general. But the quality of our work is something we can greatly influence. There's two ways to go about it, that I've found: 1) Grind away at a script or a film until it's brilliant 2) Stay the course until brilliance comes on its own I didn't write many drafts of The Sleepless. It's not a perfect film, but it has been pretty well-received. Something about it just works, for the people it's meant for, especially. That doesn't happen without the 100+ drafts of all the other screenplays that came before it. Or the many other productions I've directed and produced, both in film and as a video marketer. Confession... When I do read scripts that are sent to me, they don't often impress me. (Sorry, but it's true). You have to get REALLY obsessed to stand out, IMO. There are healthy and unhealthy ways of doing that. I've tried both, and am trying to be healthier. But, yeah, that would be my single biggest piece of advice to aspiring or growth-minded writers, directors, and producers. Write the living hell out of that script, or find someone who can. Don't quit until it glows. Things can move pretty quickly once you've got that. PS: I am available for writing assignments, doctoring, and consultations on how to get your movie made. I also have a shiny rom-com ready to go at $3-6M. Tell Netflix. #indiefilm #independentfilm #filmmaking #filmmaker #filmproducer #filmdirector #startupfilmmaker #creators #creatoreconomy

I wrote the first ever @Mavins Entertainment short film. Some things I learnt from this👇🏽 1. I didn’t know who the client was at first, and that didn’t make me less professional or accessible. Great things can begin from small places. 2. In that time, I had been struggling with writing scripts because of one bad review I had gotten. I took this as a challenge and to see the very positive reviews on the storytelling, makes me really glad. Never stop because you failed once; fail and fail again until you succeed. 3. Stop hiding. For those who know me, I like to retreat and hide. If not for my network, I may have missed this opportunity. You can be private and still be known for what you do. Nobody lights a candle and puts it under a bushel. 4. Grow your network. Volunteer. Collaborate. While I thank God for the opportunity to have done this, I recognize the networks I had was what got me here. People I did not expect to, spoke about me in rooms I had not entered into. 5. Believe in yourself. Do not be weighed down by imposter syndrome. If you got here, it is because every step you had taken led you here. I hope these five lessons spoke to you🤗. At the moment, while I look forward to more opportunities in the film industry, I am working on my first feature length film. Cinema standard, it promises to be beautiful and exciting. Thank you for reading. I hope to see more of you! #filmindustry #scriptwriter #creative

I don’t usually write blogs, but this one was long overdue. Filmmaking in the corporate world demands a seamless blend of creativity, precision, and teamwork. Check out my latest blog for a detailed insight into how a corporate brand film is brought to life. https://lnkd.in/enBg3Bg8 #corporatefilm #filmmaking #creativedirection #brandfilmproduction #scriptwriting #postproduction

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There's no one killer first line for film pitches. However, going back to how the project all started can help you to capture their attention and structure the beginning of your film pitch in English. What are your suggestions for how start film pitches? 😊

Envision your life as a #blockbuster #film, and you're the #mastermind behind it! What role do you play? Whether you are naturally a #producer, #director, #screenwriter, or the show's #star, each role plays a vital part in the world of film and the grand #production of #life.   Some people can successfully play all parts, known as Multi-Hyphenates. But they are rare. The rest of us need the support of our family, friends, and community. This is where the beauty of others comes in—to support, enhance, and co-create our lives. By acknowledging our strengths and the strengths of others, we can produce a rich life story interwoven with #diverse perspectives and deep #connection. Our #workshop is designed to help you think about your life through the lens of filmmaking. Whether you identify with one role or a combination of many, remember that every great film relies on collaboration. Your story is yours to create, but it doesn’t have to be a solo production. This is good for #leaders, #directors, #teams, #community groups, and #organizations.   Join Us! Let’s craft #stories worth telling (and living) together! https://lnkd.in/gK76Fj4w

I am BACK and better than ever! After taking some downtime and directing some really cool docs (more on why later this week)... I am resurrecting my Linkedin profile. Why? Because I simply believe in the power of documentaries so much if you're an entrepreneur, a leader, and a difference maker. And I'd rather scream my lungs out to get people to realize that than sit back in my directors' chair. Why? Because if you've noticed, high-ticket sales prospects are more skeptical than ever. In 2024, before someone pays you a high-ticket price for your expertise, ✅They want to know your story ✅They want to know your expertise ✅And they want to know who you are And I know there's no better way to do that than an authority documentary (more on what that is later this week). Here's what you can expect from here on out. ✅Daily Value — You'll be hearing from me a LOT! It's not every day you get to sit down with an award-winning film director and hear their thoughts on what makes people stars and icons... but in here you do. And you'll be hearing from me Mondays through Fridays every week on the topics of entrepreneur documentaries, online authority, filmmaking, becoming an industry icon, and SO much more. ✅Shiny New Branding - If you haven't noticed already, I've rebranded! New look, new feel, new era. ✅TONS of Glorious Resources - If you're trying to build more authority, create a legacy, and make your brand stronger... you're in luck. Because I’m going to hit you with TONS of free resources to help you learn about the power of documentaries and even help you begin telling your own story in film. Now, since i'm giving new resources, I want to hear from you. What is the BIGGEST question you have when it comes to creating your own documentary? OR What would you like me to cover in a future training or free resource? Let me know in the comments!