"I wanted to gain knowledge about development funding in Europe. I really enjoyed the small group structure and the informal nature of the teaching and by the end I felt as though I had learnt in great detail what to do and what not to do when applying for funds".
Emily Rickard, Documentary and Feature Film Producer

Who is it for?

The course is for 6 producers (documentary, animation, fiction film) who want to get an insider's eye into drawing up development strategies and advice on how to raise development finance for their feature film, documentary and animation film projects.

How does it work?

The course consists of 8 x 45 minute seminars looking at the following subjects. During the sessions each participant will receive feedback on their own projects.

• Overview of development strategies and understanding the market
• Key funds (1)
• Key funds (2)
• Assessing and implementing effective content development
• Timetabling and budgeting development of your project
• Budgeting
• Packaging
• How to make your project viable in the eyes of funders: Production, Marketing and Distribution plans.
• Q & The course is limited to 6 participants.

Price

The course fee is £ 125. The fee includes all materials and light refreshments.

Tutor

The course will be led by Initialize Director Ian Davies. Ian has worked as a development consultant to several film funds, several leading production companies and as a management consultant. Click here for his bio.

When and where?

Click here for dates of the next course.

The next course will be held at 15 Southampton Place, Holborn, London, WC1A 2AJ. Click here for a map.

Registration

Please send a mail to info@initialize-films.co.uk with your contact details or complete a registration form and send to:

Initialize Films
15 Southampton Place
London
WC1A 2AJ

Feedback examples

"I wanted to gain knowledge about development funding in Europe. I really enjoyed the small group structure and the informal nature of the teaching and by the end I felt as though I had learnt in great detail what to do and what not to do when applying for funds".
Emily Rickard, Documentary and Feature Film Producer

"I was really impressed by the tutor Ian Davies, for his scope of knowledge, genuine desire to help and for ensuring all projects were considered and catered for, whether they were multi-media, drama or documentary".
Bianca Barker, Documentary Producer

"The course was good value for money and Ian, the course leader, was
honest, pro active and helpful. It was also good to meet the other
participants who were friendly and interesting."
Justin Kelly, Producer, How To Films Ltd.

"I found the course enlightening and Ian a very knowledgeable and likeable tutor. I would recommend the course".
Kirk Weddell, Producer

A useful, informative course greatly helping your chances of securing development funds and of bringing your film to production".
Susan Douglas, Producer

For more information on specific training and project development programmes click on the links below:

Screenwriters
Producers
Documentary Filmmakers and Documentary Producers

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