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How to Prepare Your Film for Distribution
Preparing your film for distribution starts in post-production. Make sure your film is finalized with professional audio, color correction, and clean visual transitions. You’ll also need high-resolution artwork, trailers, and full credits. Having your legal paperwork, music rights, and clearances in order is essential to avoid roadblocks in the process.
Deliverables Checklist
To deliver your film to networks and platforms, you’ll typically need the following: Final ProRes or MP4 file, Closed Captions, Trailer, Artwork (1920×1080 and poster sizes), Synopsis, Metadata Sheet, Cast & Crew Credits, and Music Cue Sheets. This checklist helps ensure your film is ready for immediate pitching and placement.
What Makes a Film Market-Ready?
A market-ready film has solid production value, recognizable or bankable talent, a focused genre, and clear audience appeal. It should feel polished and professional, with a tight runtime and a compelling hook. Market-ready films are easy to promote, deliver, and place with confidence.
Understanding MGs vs. Licensing Deals
An MG (Minimum Guarantee) is an upfront payment given in exchange for certain rights to your film. These deals are highly selective, but they can offer security and investment for approved projects. Licensing deals, on the other hand, involve revenue splits without upfront payment, giving the filmmaker more backend opportunity. The right deal depends on your goals, timeline, and film’s marketability.
Festival to Streaming: Building a Pipeline
Many independent filmmakers start with festival exposure before transitioning to streaming deals. To build a pipeline, start by submitting to mid-tier and top-tier festivals. Use awards, press, and audience feedback to improve market visibility. Distributors take notice of films with festival credentials and audience traction. From there, work with a distribution partner to secure platform placement.
Marketing & Monetization Tips for Indies
Build your film’s online presence early — before it’s even finished. Use teaser trailers, behind-the-scenes content, and cast engagement to grow interest. Once your film is released, use targeted social media ads and collaborations with influencers to drive viewership. Always track performance and use analytics to refine your marketing strategy and maximize monetization.
Our Distribution Process
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Here’s what to expect after your project is approved
- Review & Approval – We assess for quality, audience, and platform fit.
- Onboarding – Contracts, deliverables, and assets are collected.
- Strategy & Packaging – A custom pitch is developed for target networks.
- Placement – Your film is pitched, licensed, and monetized.
- Tracking & Payments – You receive real-time updates via our Partner Portal.
