"Don't Suck at Video!" - A Filmmaking and Business Podcast Nick LaRovere

In this episode, Nick LaRovere answers questions from the Arizona filmmaking community. He discusses topics such as securing an agent, funding for films, becoming a skilled producer, and the future of content and independent filmmakers. He emphasizes the importance of building a body of work and a strong brand to attract agents. He also explores various funding options, including crowdfunding, personal financing, and seeking investors. Nick advises filmmakers to gain experience by working on their own projects or collaborating with others. He suggests that independent creators focus on building their own audience and leveraging that audience to attract investment and opportunities. He also acknowledges the challenges and changes in the traditional Hollywood system and encourages filmmakers to forge their own path.


Takeaways


Building a body of work and a strong brand is important to attract agents.
Funding options for films include crowdfunding, personal financing, and seeking investors.
Gaining experience can be done through personal projects or collaborating with others.
Independent creators should focus on building their own audience and leveraging it to attract investment and opportunities.
The traditional Hollywood system is changing, and filmmakers should consider forging their own path.



00:00 Introduction and Q&A Format

00:59 Securing an Agent: Building a Body of Work and a Strong Brand

08:55 Becoming a Skilled Producer: Gaining Experience and Networking

16:18 The Future of Content and Independent Filmmakers: Building Your Own Audience


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Nick speaks with Joseph Mbah, a 6-time feature filmmaker and business owner who runs Paradox Universe with his wife Amber.

We talk about the process and learning on his 6th feature film that made it a joyful process to make the film, what filmmakers can do to get their first feature film made, and general tips for overcoming obstacles in film and business.

Find Joseph on Instagram @joseph_mbah and online at paradoxuniverse.net.


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Nick and Joe talk about - at least for video production businesses - there is a tendency to not want to do marketing and sales, only focus on the work itself. Being artists at heart, it's only natural. However, taking charge of marketing and sales is absolutely essential because you will be the strongest advocate and champion of your business.


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Nick and Joseph talk about the effort and perseverance that it takes to make your dreams a reality. Joe shares his filmmaking journey and talks about the fact that because filmmaking is very difficult and making films is often long hours, it can cause burnout. Joe shares things he has learned from a few rough experiences.


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Welcome to episode 4 of the Storyteller podcast. This is our New Year's episode. Traditionally, most people use New Year's to think about the past year and how they will carry themselves into the next year. It's a good time to think about what you did that worked and didn't work.

That's exactly what I did for this episode. I condensed everything I talked about and wrote about this year into 15 key lessons we can take to heart for 2020 to become better filmmakers and better humans.

Enjoy.

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This episode, I have a discussion with writer/director Joseph Mbah. Joseph has directed 4 feature films and written 2 of the 4. We discuss his experience making his first feature film and what he recommends for those who want to do the same, including how to approach filming, funding, and distribution. 

We also talk about his experience getting his recent film "Expo" on Netflix, and how that came about as well as what filmmakers can expect when looking to get better noticed for their work.

This episode is full of experience and wisdom from Joe - so don't miss out, especially if you've been feeling 'stuck' and unable to get enough wind under your sails to get your first feature film off the ground.

You can find Joseph's film "Expo" here. Follow him on Instagram @Joseph_Mbah.


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