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Stage 32 6 Part Producing Lab: Create A Business Plan For Your Feature Film Under $5 Million

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Taught by Jeanette B. Milio
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All levels of producers (advanced, intermediate and beginner) looking to create a business plan for their feature film under $5 million.

All levels of producers (advanced, intermediate and beginner) looking to learn the fundamentals of a business plan for their feature film under $5 million..

All levels of screenwriters (advanced, intermediate and beginner) looking to create a business plan for their feature film under $5 million.

All levels of actors (advanced, intermediate and beginner) looking to take more control of their career by creating a business plan for their feature film under $5 million.

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Class hosted by: Jeanette B. Milio

Producer with Over 500 Hours of Film & TV Content in US, Europe, Dubai & South Africa

Jeanette Milio has over twenty-five years working across three continents as a producer, executive producer, and financier of motion pictures and television programming. She has worked on over 500 hours of film and television content in the US, Europe, Dubai and South Africa, with a combined total production value of over $250 million. She produced the Netflix Original THE EXPERIMENT starring Adrian Brody and Forrest Whittaker and has worked with ABC/Disney, USA, Showtime, TLC, CW, Discovery, Lionsgate, Paramount and more. She has also consulted for the international co-production department of Warner Bros. in the U.S. and Germany, which was focused on producing local feature content in Europe. Born and raised in Germany, Jeanette B. Milio started her career in the entertainment industry as an assistant with the German network station RTL, where she was involved in the production of German formats of internationally renowned shows such as THE PRICE IS RIGHT, FAMILY FEUD, and JEOPARDY, among others. Five years later she produced 5 seasons of the prime-time drama series WILDBACH for the German network ARD, and the feature KREIS DER ANGST for the PRO SIEBEN network. Jeanette immigrated to the United States and produced theatrical motion pictures and television content for U.S. studios and network stations. Credits include TIMESHARE starring Nastassja Kinski, Timothy Dalton, and Kevin Zegers (distributor: FOX Family/ABC Disney), 13 starring Jason Statham, Academy Award® winning actor Mickey Rourke, Sam Riley, Ray Winston, Michael Shannon, and Curtis Jackson aka 50 Cent (distributor: Paramount Vantage); THE EXPERIMENT directed by Paul Scheuring, starring Academy Award® winning actors Adrien Brody and Forrest Whitaker, as well as Cam Gigandet (distributor: Sony Pictures, Netflix); and DARK TIDE, starring Academy Award® winner Halle Berry, directed by John Stockwell (distributor: Lionsgate), etc. Throughout her career, Jeanette was involved in financing over 45 film and television projects for HBO, Showtime, ABC, USA Network, Disney, Lionsgate, Sony Pictures, Warner Bros., and others. Jeanette managed a media fund for Far East National Bank, which funded 40 film and television projects, which lead to her structuring her own media fund in 2009, that financed theatrical features with a production volume of $60 million. She co-created, co-financed and executive produced the beauty competition series GLOBAL BEAUTY MASTERS (TLC) and its spin-off series THE LOOK ALL-STARS (CW Network). She further managed the renowned dog series TV series and brand DOG WHISPERER WITH CESAR MILLAN, which aired for 9 seasons on the National Geographic Channel and sold in over 180 countries. In 2020 Jeanette co-created, financed, and produced two seasons for the new series DOG MASTERS, starring Laura Nativo and Alex Rossi, which is being represented by The Gersh Agency for the U.S. and international distribution. Jeanette B. Milio is a member of the Producer’s Council for The Producers Guild of America, an executive member of Women in Film, and a member of the Cannes Film Festival Producer’s Network. Jeanette was a co-founder of the Film Finance Forum in Zurich with Winston Baker, teaches Entertainment Finance at UCLAx, and is the author of the industry guide for film and television finance: ENTERTAINMENT FINANCE TODAY, a comprehensive guide in film and television finance. Jeanette B. Milio holds a bachelor’s degree in Business (Fachhoschule Cologne, Germany), and studied screenplay writing (USC, Los Angeles). Full Bio »

Summary

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Create the business plan for your feature film with a budget under $5 million under the mentorship of Jeanette Milio, a producer and financier of over 45 films with Netflix, Disney, Warner Bros., Lionsgate, HBO, Showtime, and more!

***Flexible Learning: if you cannot attend any of the sessions live don't worry - you will be sent the links to the recordings of each session within 48 hours of the live session and you will have direct access to Jeanette on email to ask her any questions so you can keep up at your own pace and schedule.***

Payment plans available - contact edu@stage32.com for details

 

Films under a $5 million budget can be very profitable and, thus, a very attractive opportunity for investors. Films in this budget range allow for sufficient costs to hire a recognizable lead actor and pay for sufficient below the line production to create a quality product, all while remaining at a low overall budget so the film can make significant profit through various distribution avenues. This winning combination elevates profitability significantly and reduces the risks for investors.

However, investors aren’t just going to give you millions of dollars because you’re making a low budget feature film. Investors want to see a strong business plan for a project, which lays out their risks, offers mitigation strategies and projects a meaningful return on investment. If you are going to raise money for your film, it is imperative that you approach your investors with a comprehensive business plan.

In this exclusive and interactive Stage 32 6-part lab, you will work directly with an industry leader to create your business plan for your feature film that you can use to pitch to your investors. Your business plan will include everything your investors need to properly understand to decide to invest in your film, including the creative aspects of your project to the ideal distribution strategy, detailed financials, as well as risk mitigation and profit optimization strategies. Your business plan will also include various options for your investor to choose from, and it will offer different phases to invest in including the development phase, the physical production and the finishing costs.

Guiding you through the creation of your business plan is producer and financier Jeanette Milio. Jeanette has worked on over 45 films and television programs for companies like Netflix, Disney, Warner Bros., Lionsgate, HBO, Showtime, and many more. Her projects have also starred Academy Award-winning performers, including Halle Berry, Adrien Brody, Forest Whitaker, and Mickey Rourke. Jeanette is a member of the Producers Guild of America, Women in Film, and the Cannes Film Festival Producer's Network and structured her own media fund in 2009 that financed theatrical features with a production volume of $60 million.

Over 6 interactive sessions, including 2 one-on-one sessions with Jeanette and a practice pitch session, you will learn what should (and shouldn’t) be in your business plan and actually create your own business plan for your project. You will learn about the different investment options you can present to your investors, including investments as a loan, and an equity investment. You will walk away from this film finance lab with the business plan for your project in-hand that has been vetted by an industry professional and is ready to present to investors!

PLUS! You’ll receive exclusive handouts to help you create your business plan. Downloads include:

  • Financial Planning Tools
  • Business Plan Example
  • Adjustable Worldwide Distribution Revenue Projection Template

If you are looking to raise money for your feature film project with a budget under $5 million, this lab is a must!

 

PRAISE FOR JEANETTE'S PREVIOUS STAGE 32 EDUCATION:

"Jeanette has invaluable knowledge and made me feel like seeing my movie on the big screen was possible." --Phillip F.

"Jeanette's experience really comes through in her mentorship. She has seen it all and is so helpful in guiding you through the complex world of film and tv." -- Letty L.

"I learned so much from Jeanette and highly recommend you work with her!" -- Kaitlin L.

What You'll Learn

CLASS 1: How To Optimize The Creative and Production Elements Of Your Project

Share your project elements and get feedback on how to optimize your project regarding the concept, visuals, and financials.

  • Share details about the film you are developing and looking to establish a business plan for, including:
    • Summary of story
    • Genre
    • Budget range you envision
    • Talent you envision
    • Shooting location you envision
  • What are the key creative elements to include in your business plan?
  • What are the key production elements to include in your business plan?
  • Q&A with Jeanette

Assignment: Include the feedback provided regarding your business plan’s 1st draft and create a second draft.

Due: 10/22/2023

 

CLASS 2: Distribution And FInance Options For Your Project

Learn about distribution and finance options and related terms and conditions that work for your project and understand how to optimize them. Distribution strategies include:

  • Theatrical Distribution Options
  • Licensing Options
  • Split-rights Deals
  • Co-Production Deal
  • Buy-On
  • Q&A with Jeanette

Assignment:Apply the feedback and elevate your business plan by designing a distribution strategy for your project. Create the distribution strategy and a preliminary finance plan for your project and include both in your business plan (= Draft 2).

 

 

CLASS 3: One-on-One Consultations (no online class)

Share your updated business plan in a one-on-one session with the instructor and obtain feedback.

What your deck should now include is:

  • Updated Story Summary
  • Updated Character Descriptions
  • Updated Character arc and updated plot in support of the genre and audience
  • Distribution Strategy

Assignment: Include the 1-on-1 feedback from the instructor in relation to your business plan (=draft 3) and update it accordingly (= Draft 3).

Due: 11/5/2023

 

CLASS 4: Financing and Risks Mitigation Strategies

In this session we will discuss the financials that should be included in your business plan and how you design a finance plan for your project specifically. We will also talk about the pitfalls and risks to avoid and how to mitigate them.

  • Finance Options
  • Projections and Sales Estimates
  • Recoupable and Non-recoupable Funding Sources for you to include
  • Balanced Finance Plan for your Project
  • Investment Options for your investor and related ROI’s
  • Production Risks your Project may face and how to mitigate them
  • Financial Risks associated with your Project and how to eliminate / reduce them
  • Q&A with Jeanette

Assignment: Include the various risks concerning your project and related investments and establish meaningful risk mitigation strategies which you include in your business plan (= Draft 4) and update it accordingly (= Draft 4).

 

 

CLASS 5: One-on-One Consultations (no online class)

Share your updated business plan (= Draft 5) in a 1-on-1 session with the instructor, which now includes all elements to be found in a business plan which would include the following elements:

  • Creative project information
  • Team and related track record
  • Comparable films,
  • Distribution strategy,
  • Financials and projections,
  • Risk mitigation strategies,
  • Investment options with related ROI’s.

Assignment: Finalize your Business Plan and rehearse 10-minute live pitch (= Draft 6).

 

 

CLASS 6: Live Pitch Presentation

Present your business plan in a real-live pitch session setting to receive feedback from an investor point of view and an acquisition executive point of view. The feedback provided will include:

  • Visuals of your business plan
  • Worldbuilding
  • Story Feedback
  • Distribution Feedback
  • Financials & ROI
  • Risk Mitigation
  • Live Pitching Do’s and Don’ts
  • Q&A with Jeanette

Take Away Documents

  • Financial Planning Tools
  • Business Plan Example
  • Adjustable Worldwide Distribution Revenue Projection Template

WHAT TO EXPECT:

PLEASE NOTE: This exclusive Stage 32 lab will be booked on a first-come, first-served basis. The opportunity to work this closely and for this long with an executive and an expert in the field is an incredibly unique and valuable opportunity. If you are interested, please book quickly. Once the spots are gone, they’re gone for good.

  • This lab is designed for beginner and intermediate filmmakers, writers, producers, and actors interested in creating a business plan for their feature film under $5 million.
  • By the end of this 6-week lab, you will have a completed business plan for your feature film under $5 million that was vetted by an industry professional, and a practiced pitch for your project.
  • This is an in-depth, practical, and detailed lab with one-on-one time with the instructor and significantly more content than a standard 90-minute webinar.
  • You will be held accountable to take the lessons from each week and move your work forward.
  • Plus, to stay motivated and inspired, you will have access to a private, dedicated Stage 32 Lounge where you can communicate with your fellow classmates throughout the length of the lab.
  • **Jeanette will be available to you on email during the 6 sessions to answer any questions you have about your craft, career or project.**

Payment plans are available - please contact edu@stage32.com for more information

About Your Instructor

Jeanette Milio has over twenty-five years working across three continents as a producer, executive producer, and financier of motion pictures and television programming. She has worked on over 500 hours of film and television content in the US, Europe, Dubai and South Africa, with a combined total production value of over $250 million. She produced the Netflix Original THE EXPERIMENT starring Adrian Brody and Forrest Whittaker and has worked with ABC/Disney, USA, Showtime, TLC, CW, Discovery, Lionsgate, Paramount and more. She has also consulted for the international co-production department of Warner Bros. in the U.S. and Germany, which was focused on producing local feature content in Europe.

Born and raised in Germany, Jeanette B. Milio started her career in the entertainment industry as an assistant with the German network station RTL, where she was involved in the production of German formats of internationally renowned shows such as THE PRICE IS RIGHT, FAMILY FEUD, and JEOPARDY, among others. Five years later she produced 5 seasons of the prime-time drama series WILDBACH for the German network ARD, and the feature KREIS DER ANGST for the PRO SIEBEN network.

Jeanette immigrated to the United States and produced theatrical motion pictures and television content for U.S. studios and network stations. Credits include TIMESHARE starring Nastassja Kinski, Timothy Dalton, and Kevin Zegers (distributor: FOX Family/ABC Disney), 13 starring Jason Statham, Academy Award® winning actor Mickey Rourke, Sam Riley, Ray Winston, Michael Shannon, and Curtis Jackson aka 50 Cent (distributor: Paramount Vantage); THE EXPERIMENT directed by Paul Scheuring, starring Academy Award® winning actors Adrien Brody and Forrest Whitaker, as well as Cam Gigandet (distributor: Sony Pictures, Netflix); and DARK TIDE, starring Academy Award® winner Halle Berry, directed by John Stockwell (distributor: Lionsgate), etc. Throughout her career, Jeanette was involved in financing over 45 film and television projects for HBO, Showtime, ABC, USA Network, Disney, Lionsgate, Sony Pictures, Warner Bros., and others.

Jeanette managed a media fund for Far East National Bank, which funded 40 film and television projects, which lead to her structuring her own media fund in 2009, that financed theatrical features with a production volume of $60 million.

She co-created, co-financed and executive produced the beauty competition series GLOBAL BEAUTY MASTERS (TLC) and its spin-off series THE LOOK ALL-STARS (CW Network). She further managed the renowned dog series TV series and brand DOG WHISPERER WITH CESAR MILLAN, which aired for 9 seasons on the National Geographic Channel and sold in over 180 countries. In 2020 Jeanette co-created, financed, and produced two seasons for the new series DOG MASTERS, starring Laura Nativo and Alex Rossi, which is being represented by The Gersh Agency for the U.S. and international distribution.

Jeanette B. Milio is a member of the Producer’s Council for The Producers Guild of America, an executive member of Women in Film, and a member of the Cannes Film Festival Producer’s Network. Jeanette was a co-founder of the Film Finance Forum in Zurich with Winston Baker, teaches Entertainment Finance at UCLAx, and is the author of the industry guide for film and television finance: ENTERTAINMENT FINANCE TODAY, a comprehensive guide in film and television finance.

Jeanette B. Milio holds a bachelor’s degree in Business (Fachhoschule Cologne, Germany), and studied screenplay writing (USC, Los Angeles).

Schedule

Sunday November 5th 12pm-2pm PST

Sunday November 12th 12pm-2pm PST

Sunday December 3rd 12pm-2pm PST

Sunday December 10th 12pm-2pm PST

Sunday December 17th 12pm-2pm PST

Saturday December 23rd 12pm-2pm PST

FAQs

Q: What is the format of a class?
A: Stage 32 Next Level Classes are typically 90-minute broadcasts that take place online using a designated software program from Stage 32.

Q: Do I have to be located in a specific location?
A: No, you can participate from the comfort of your own home using your personal computer! If you attend a live online webinar, you will be able to communicate directly with your instructor during the class.

Q: What are the system requirements?
A: You will need to meet the following system requirements in order to run the webinar software: Windows 7 or later Mac OS X 10.9 (Mavericks) or later.
If you have Windows XP, Windows Vista and Mac OS X 10.8 (Mountain Lion): The webinar software does not support these operating systems. If you are running one of those operating systems, please upgrade now in order to be able to view a live class. Upgrade your Windows computer / Upgrade your Mac computer

Q: What if I cannot attend the live class?
A: If you attend a live online class, you will be able to communicate directly with your instructor during the class. If you cannot attend a live class, you will have access to the entire recorded broadcast, including the Q&A. Plus, your instructor will be available via email throughout the lab.

Q: Will I have access to the lab afterward to rewatch?
A: Yes! After the purchase of the lab, you will have on-demand access to the video recording, which you can view for one month after the class is complete.

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