How To Produce In The Global Market

Taught by Alexia Melocchi

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All levels of directors (advanced, intermediate and beginner) looking to learn exactly how to get into the global entertainment marketplace with your projects.

All levels of writers (advanced, intermediate and beginner) looking to learn exactly how to get into the global entertainment marketplace with your projects.

Producers looking to learn exactly how to get into the global entertainment marketplace with your projects.

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Class hosted by: Alexia Melocchi

International Producer at Little Studio Films

Alexia is an accomplish entertainment industry professional and behind the acquisitions of films such as PEPPERMINT, THE BOY 2, LA LA LAND, ANNA, NOW YOU SEE ME 2, BEAUTIFUL BOY, SHAUN THE SHEEP, and many more on behalf of her international distributor clients. As a consultant she currently uses her professional relationships and expertise in screenplay development, film and television IP packaging, securing co-productions, and arranging for US and International Distribution for her clients. Alexia Melocchi pursues international acquisitions and uses a global film marketing approach for the Projects of her Clients as well as the films she is producing under the Little Studio Films banner. During her tenure as a Sales Agent, she sold more than 50 movies to profit on behalf of her producer clients and acquired more than 150 major studio and independent films on behalf of the distributors she has ongoing relationships in Italy, Greece, Latin America, Spain, France, CIS and the Middle East.  More recently, Alexia co-produced the Italian film THE PANTANI AFFAIR where she help secure US distribution and tax credits financing, executive produced the award winning documentary A SOUL JOURNEY and spearheaded the US Festival circuit run and distribution and a SERVICE TO MAN produced by Joel Zwick and released by Entertainment Studios. Through LITTLE STUDIO FILMS, she is currently attached in a producer capacity to several projects including CAMELOT’S COUSIN starring Blair Underwood, based on the best-selling novel by David R. Stokes, the action-adventure GALLEON, in partnership with Marty Katz Productions to be directed by Eric Brevig to be shot in Australia, WRECKAGE starring Cam Gigandet and Emilie De Ravin and SALVATION CHRISTMAS starring Maeve Quinlan and Jonathan Silverman to be shot in Canada. In television, she is developing the series L’ AMERICA based on the book by the same name, and THE MONKEY CLUB in partnership with Ron Bass. Alexia Melocchi is fluent in French, Greek, Italian and Spanish and is also an Advisory Board Member of the Los Angeles Greek Film Festival, the Italian Television Film Festival, the US platform ECOFLIX, and the Hane Saga Storytelling Conference. She is frequently invited as an expert Panelist on the Global Entertainment Industry. She was invited to discuss her expertise at SEE FEST, the LOS ANGELES GREEK FILM FESTIVAL, the NORTH HOLLYWOOD CINEFEST, two consecutive CANNES FILM FESTIVAL panels (hosted by the PGA and the Producers Network), and WOMEN IN ENTERTAINMENT. Full Bio »

Summary

Learn How To Produce In The Global Entertainment Marketplace From An International Producing Expert

As global audiences thrive and enjoy content for all over the world, the entertainment industry continues to build internationally, and in this exclusive Stage 32 on-demand class, you’ll learn exactly how to get into the global entertainment marketplace with your projects.

Over four information-packed sessions, you’ll be guided by international producer Alexia Melocchi of Little Studio Films. Alexia has made a career out of successfully acting as a bridge between Hollywood and the international marketplace. She previously worked as a distributor and sales agent, where she sold over 50 films to profit for clients and acquired more than 150 major studio and independent films, including LA LA LAND, NOW YOU SEE ME 2, and more.

Alexia will show you the ins and outs of the international industry, including:

  • The processes and etiquette you need to know
  • The rules and regulations to follow
  • The pitching materials you need, depending on the market
  • How to access the players when you don’t have connections
  • Financing options, including tax credits vs. co-pros vs. in-kind services
  • And more

You'll also receive these confidential handouts from Alexia:

  • The top companies in Europe, Canada, and Australia taking project submissions
  • Marketing one-sheet used by international sales agents
  • Sample email for contacting international buyers

Don’t miss out on the chance to learn from one of the most prolific international executives by taking this class. You’ll walk away a step closer to seeing your films and TV shows made as you embrace the global wave and launch your international producing career.


Praise for Alexia's Previous Stage 32 Education:

"Really great. Actually useful, practical advice. Wasn't full of bullshit platitudes, Alexia shot straight with us."

-Max W.

"Alexia did a fantastic job of making it all relatable and cutting through the noise."

-Clint G.

"Alexia is clearly very experienced & she is so gracious in sharing her wisdom with all of us. I'm truly grateful

that you all put on this class!"

-Becca G.

 

 

What You'll Learn

Class One: THE WORLD IS YOUR OYSTER - OR IS IT?

In this session, Alexia will give you a bird’s eye view of the global production market. You will learn who the players are, what type of genre works best in various countries and also where to find the smaller companies that are open to new material and creators.

  • Introduction to the global production market
  • Networking and connecting styles by countries- how to access the players
  • Stories that travel
  • Do I need a local rep to get noticed?

Q&A with Alexia

Handouts: list of the top 5 per region hot companies currently open to seeing projects in Europe, Canada and Australia

Class Two: LETS GET DOWN TO BUSINESS- WHERE TO START

In this session, Alexia will open your eyes to how internationally produced or set film and series get funded. She will do a deep dive of the various methods to introduce your work and the levels of packaging that add value to your IP. Alexia will also share a commonly used marketing one page document that tells the essentials as presented by overseas producers to financiers and buyers.

  • Where is the money?
  • Tax credits vs co-pros vs. in-kind services
  • The essentials of the first pitch (email, call/zoom, in-person)
  • Do I need to be fully developed to get noticed?

Q&A with Alexia

Handouts: The marketing one sheet- confidential-used by top international sales companies

Class Three: HOW TO DELIVER THE GOODS AND SUSTAIN THE RELATIONSHIPS

In this session, Alexia will give you the business etiquette for your work-for-hire potential as well as specific of options and purchases and IP transactions. You will learn the psychology of business networking overseas. She will also share some A list project presentation styles done by sales agents when they are in the process of pre-selling or looking for international funding.

  • Can I get an upfront payment for my work?
  • My proprietary 3 Cs of pitch psychology tricks that travel internationally
  • Does talent open global doors?
  • What to look for in a co-production deal or script acquisition

Q&A with Alexia

Handouts: Example of a presale project delivery email sent to buyers when asked to finance international movies

Class Four: FILM MARKETS, ALLIES AND TURN OFFS

In this session Alexia will tell you all about film markets and how to make them work for you. She will also give you information on assembling your team overseas or with international elements. Lastly, she will go over some common mistakes new creators make that may cost you relationships and burn bridges. As a grand finale, Alexia will pick 5 students and coach them in real time on their pitch delivery as if she were an international buyer /producer.

  • The Film Markets that are worth going to by stage of readiness
  • How to get to the decision makers and producing partners via international allies/champions, agents and international sales companies.
  • Finding multiple country partners and producers- who gets along with whom
  • Professional Clarity- how to not burn bridges with amateur moves.
  • HOT SEAT COACHING- 5 students in the course will deliver a 9-minute pitch and will be coached by Alexia

Q&A with Alexia


WHAT TO EXPECT

PLEASE NOTE: The opportunity to learn from an expert in the field is an incredibly unique and valuable opportunity.

  • This class is designed for beginner and intermediate filmmakers who are looking to learn how to make a short film from concept through festival submission.
  • This is an in-depth, practical, and detailed class.
  • While this class is available on-demand, we encourage you to read each handout in between the sessions to get the most out of the experience. 

About Your Instructor

Alexia is an accomplish entertainment industry professional and behind the acquisitions of films such as PEPPERMINT, THE BOY 2, LA LA LAND, ANNA, NOW YOU SEE ME 2, BEAUTIFUL BOY, SHAUN THE SHEEP, and many more on behalf of her international distributor clients.

As a consultant she currently uses her professional relationships and expertise in screenplay development, film and television IP packaging, securing co-productions, and arranging for US and International Distribution for her clients. Alexia Melocchi pursues international acquisitions and uses a global film marketing approach for the Projects of her Clients as well as the films she is producing under the Little Studio Films banner. During her tenure as a Sales Agent, she sold more than 50 movies to profit on behalf of her producer clients and acquired more than 150 major studio and independent films on behalf of the distributors she has ongoing relationships in Italy, Greece, Latin America, Spain, France, CIS and the Middle East. 

More recently, Alexia co-produced the Italian film THE PANTANI AFFAIR where she help secure US distribution and tax credits financing, executive produced the award winning documentary A SOUL JOURNEY and spearheaded the US Festival circuit run and distribution and a SERVICE TO MAN produced by Joel Zwick and released by Entertainment Studios.

Through LITTLE STUDIO FILMS, she is currently attached in a producer capacity to several projects including CAMELOT’S COUSIN starring Blair Underwood, based on the best-selling novel by David R. Stokes, the action-adventure GALLEON, in partnership with Marty Katz Productions to be directed by Eric Brevig to be shot in Australia, WRECKAGE starring Cam Gigandet and Emilie De Ravin and SALVATION CHRISTMAS starring Maeve Quinlan and Jonathan Silverman to be shot in Canada. In television, she is developing the series L’ AMERICA based on the book by the same name, and THE MONKEY CLUB in partnership with Ron Bass.

Alexia Melocchi is fluent in French, Greek, Italian and Spanish and is also an Advisory Board Member of the Los Angeles Greek Film Festival, the Italian Television Film Festival, the US platform ECOFLIX, and the Hane Saga Storytelling Conference. She is frequently invited as an expert Panelist on the Global Entertainment Industry. She was invited to discuss her expertise at SEE FEST, the LOS ANGELES GREEK FILM FESTIVAL, the NORTH HOLLYWOOD CINEFEST, two consecutive CANNES FILM FESTIVAL panels (hosted by the PGA and the Producers Network), and WOMEN IN ENTERTAINMENT.

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