Equity Investment In Film: How to Attract Private Investors

Learn from a powerhouse film financier who advises ultra high net worth investors and mentors international producers!

Receive a deal structure template to take home!

PLEASE NOTE: This exclusive Stage 32 webinar is now available to watch on-demand and no longer live.

One of the biggest challenges you’ll face as a filmmaker is raising real financing. You may have a strong script, a clear vision — but without funding, nothing moves. While others seem to be getting green lit or crowdfunded, most filmmakers are left wondering: Where are these investors, and how do I reach them? Here’s the good news: it’s not about luck — it’s about knowing how to approach the process like a pro. This exclusive Stage 32 webinar gives you the tools to do just that!

Too many filmmakers assume passion will attract money — but investors want a clear offer, smart return strategy, and business-minded confidence. This webinar will help you avoid missteps, pitch strategically, and build investor trust.

Your Stage 32 educator Emma Louise Smith is a producer, executive producer, and financier with decades of experience in international film finance. She’s advised Ultra High Net Worth Individuals, worked on dozens of features, and mentors emerging producers through IEFTA. She knows what investors need — because she works with them every day.

You will walk away from this webinar with a clear understanding of how to identify and attract the right investors for your film, how to structure deals and offer returns that make sense, and how to speak to investors in a way that builds trust and confidence. Emma will share actionable strategies to help you avoid the common mistakes filmmakers make when pitching, show you how to navigate investor mindsets, and teach you how to present your project as a smart, professional opportunity — not a risky passion play. With Emma’s guidance and real-world experience, you’ll be equipped to approach investors with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

PLUS! You will receive:

• Template Deal Structure with Term Sheet

Praise for Emma: 

“Emma was very warm, professional. Genuinely wanting to further our projects. She gave us tons of information.” -Betty S 

“First, I'd like to say Emma's class was fantastic. She's so generous with information and tailored the subject matter to our individual projects. It felt personal and extremely relevant! That being said, Emma illustrated them with a lot of clarity.” -Carley B