How to Monetize and Get Distribution for your Short Film

Learn from an Oscar-qualifying producer and an award-winning director with experience in narrative features, short films, music videos, and commercials!

Get a roadmap to turn your short film into a financial success with real-world distribution strategies!

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

Your short film is more than just a creative project—it’s a powerful asset that can propel your career forward and open up new opportunities in the industry. With the right distribution strategy, your short film can gain widespread exposure, generate revenue, and serve as a stepping stone to bigger projects. From securing festival spots to leveraging streaming platforms and brand partnerships, this exclusive Stage 32 webinar will give you the insider tools you need to turn your short film into a thriving financial success and launch your career in ways you’ve never imagined!

Many filmmakers pour their time, energy, and money into making a short film—only to realize they don’t know what comes next. Where do you find the right festivals? Who should you pitch to? Is self-distribution a viable option? Without a clear strategy, incredible films often go unseen, and opportunities for revenue are missed. This webinar will help you avoid common pitfalls and make sure your film reaches the audience—and financial return—it deserves.

Learn from Kate Rees Davies, an Oscar-qualifying producer and award-winning director with extensive experience in narrative features, short films, music videos, and commercials. Kate has worked on high-level projects that have gained industry recognition and knows exactly how to navigate the distribution landscape. Her hands-on approach will give you the tools and insights you need to successfully monetize and distribute your short film.

By the end of this webinar, you will have a clear understanding of how to gain exposure and build an audience for your short film, how to monetize it through various distribution channels, and how to maximize your festival strategy, including which festivals offer financial prizes. You’ll learn the differences between self-distribution and traditional distribution and discover often-overlooked platforms that can help you generate revenue. We’ll also dive into securing sponsorships, product placements, and brand partnerships, as well as how to sell ancillary content beyond your film. Finally, you’ll get insight into what to expect financially when selling a short film and how to leverage its success into your next project, whether that’s a feature or a TV pilot!

This interactive, exclusive Stage 32 webinar will give you a clear roadmap to making money from your short film while setting yourself up for long-term success!

PLUS! You Will Receive Exclusive Handouts:

• A list of overlooked distribution platforms