How To Produce Your Independent Feature Film In 2024

A producer on over 25 independent feature films gives you a step-by-step guide to how you can package and position your independent film so you can get it into production in 2024!

PLUS! You'll receive exclusive handouts to help with packaging and financing your film!

Oftentimes the best and quickest way to showcase your filmmaking skills is to produce your own independent film. Rather than wait around for a production company or studio to greenlight your film, you can package your own film, raise the money and start shooting! This can be a great way to get your story from script to screen and supercharge your career but independent filmmaking comes with its own set of challenges.

One of the biggest challenges you’ll face while putting together your independent film is obtaining financing to make your feature film. This doesn’t just involve finding a financier to invest in the project, but also understanding the importance of effectively packaging a film project on a limited budget. By mastering the skill of packaging your film -- putting the right team, assets and materials together -- you can maximize your chances of securing financing to bring your creative vision to life.

Packaging a film with little to no budget involves presenting a comprehensive and compelling package to potential investors or production companies. You must demonstrate resourcefulness, creativity, and a clear understanding of how to optimize limited resources. In addition to a well-crafted script, filmmakers must showcase their ability to make cost-effective decisions. This can include leveraging the talents of a skilled but affordable cast and crew, finding innovative ways to create visually appealing scenes without excessive expenses, and utilizing effective production strategies to maximize the impact of their limited budget.

In this exclusive 2-part course that will prepare you for a successful upcoming year, you will learn how to package your independent film in today's environment. This included how to find financing, how to attach talent and creative elements, and even how to secure distribution before you start shooting. You will learn how you can use regional tax incentives to help get your film made as well as how you can best conduct pre-production to plan for a smooth shoot. 

Guiding you through your independent filmmaking process is Michelle Alexandria, PGA member on the producer’s council and President of Light Year Pictures. Michelle has personally worked as an executive producer on over 40 feature films ranging up to $6MM budgets. Michelle has lectured on the topic of raising film financing and distribution at the Cannes Film Festival Producers Network and other prominent film festivals and markets including MipCom, Berlinale, Buenos Aires, UniFrance, Sundance, and AFM. Michelle's knowledge is extensive and her advice actionable, and she is bringing all of her experience and perspective to the Stage 32 community to help you succeed with your projects.

Over 2 interactive sessions, you will learn how you can raise money for your film, attract top talent and utilize regional tax incentives to make your film a reality. You will become equipped with the skills and knowledge you need to attract financing by demonstrating your resourcefulness, creativity, and ability to make cost-effective decisions. By mastering the art of low-budget packaging, you will increase your chances of securing the necessary funding to transform your creative visions into reality.

PLUS! You'll receive exclusive handouts to help you package your film.

If you’re looking to make your independent film in 2024, this rare 2-part class is a must!

Praise For Michelle's Stage 32 Teaching

"Michelle Alexandria proves to be an excellent guide cutting away at the barriers, self or industry created. Stellar webinar, she provides selflessly a deep knowledge, her experiences towards acquiring interest from the least expected sources, helps streamline efforts towards gaining the optimal financial support and guiding products towards audiences. Going to “throw clay onto the wheel” with confidence. Kudos, highly recommend!" -Jen K

“I learned so much from Michelle about how to break into the film/tv industry. There's so much to learn about the craft and business of working in this industry and I'm grateful to have Michelle's expertise in guiding me through it.” -- Nick S.

"I can't say enough good things about Michelle! Talk about a woman who knows her stuff. I highly recommend all writers, producers, and directors take a course with her to hone their craft and propel their careers." -- Kaitlin L.