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"Leveling Up Your Film Business" is a power-packed course and workbook that will considerably shorten your journey to your video-making dreams!

ARE YOU FED UP WITH TRYING TO FIGURE OUT HOW TO LAUNCH YOUR FILM BUSINESS?

This program might be for you if...

You're like most aspiring filmmakers looking for a better way to run your film production, and it seems like you're always missing an added ingredient that would kick your production into high gear.

I know it can be frustrating at times—thinking, "Oh my goodness, I want to shoot a movie, but I don't even know where to begin."

And, that's okay! Because by the time you complete this course, you'll have so much more clarity on the steps you need to take to attain your objectives.

TELL ME IF YOU CAN RELATE

You're TIRED of hopelessly SCROLLING the INTERNET for answers! The truth is, "You don't know what you don't know." So, you're not sure what you're searching for.

  • Not sure where to even start with a production company?

  • Struggling to get your existing ideas off the ground?

  • Tired of losing time, energy, and money on projects that don't sell?

  • Ready to shoot a film but need the step-by-step of everything?

  • Tired of procrastinating because you're overwhelmed with all the theories behind producing a film that you struggle to make progress?

Don't Worry... I Got You!

I provide a roadmap so that creators can easily gain a better vision to JUMPSTART their Passion, Purpose, and Creativity.

TESTIMONIAL

Get excited to learn new strategies like Daniel!

by Daniel Samray

Thank you for your advice and for sharing your insightful knowledge of film marketing. I now have a better understanding of marketing a short film than I did before our conversation. I will now put all your advice and insights into action and hope to market my shorts successfully. I can't thank you enough and recommend anyone struggling with film marketing to get in touch with you.

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

I’m Thada Catalon—your Indie Film Expert.

Founder

Thada Catalon

I’ve been working professionally as a producer in the entertainment industry for over a decade. I began my film career as an actress. That path led me to produce several films, which have received national and international distribution on media platforms such as Amazon, iTunes, Verizon, and Revolt TV.

My deep purpose is to help aspiring filmmakers and content creators create the type of projects they desire without enduring all of the hardships along the way.

I’ve made it my mission to provide guidance, tips, and resources to filmpreneurs searching for tools to help them get visible and paid by turning their passions into a reality.

JUST IMAGINE WHERE YOU'LL BE ONE YEAR FROM NOW!

Learn how to build your film business from the ground up!

  • Learn the process of launching an indie film production

  • Use checklists and guides to help set up your company and movie production

  • Learn which business model works best for your brand

  • Identify your company's mission and objectives

  • Pinpoint your company's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats

  • Learn the strategies for selecting a marketable story idea

  • Learn the formula for completing a comparative analysis of your competitors

  • Learn the procedures for creating the script breakdown, shooting schedule, and budget

  • Learn tactics to implement your business strategy

  • Get a list of tools you need to help you facilitate the development process

Ready to Build Your Foundation?

You will surely see your movie production crumble if you start from the middle. And, ain’t nobody got time for that! Get the proven STEP-BY-STEP blueprint to launching a profitable production company.

ABOUT

"Believe in your craft enough to admire it, study it, and perfect it."

Diversity in Cinema Academy's primary focus is on independent filmmaking and content creation. The company has a solid direction and is positioned to be the premier source for independent film and education.

Diversity in Cinema Academy provides a fresh new experience for industry professionals through the diverse range of resources and courses. In addition, it provides an ongoing development in the appreciation of our ever-evolving film industry.

What's included in "Leveling Up Your Film Business?"

  • 21 Micro-lessons

    A straight to the point course broken down into detailed micro-lessons

  • 150+ page workbook

    Over 150+ pages filled with examples, worksheets, templates, tools, and checklists

  • The Blueprint

    1-year access to seven different modules that take you step-by-step of the development process

COURSE CURRICULUM

  • 1

    Section I - Your Journey Begins Here...

    • Welcome to Leveling Up Your Film Business

    • Shifting Your Mindset

    • Roadmap to Success

    • The C.O.D.E. Method

    • New Student Onboarding Survey

    • Course Tools

  • 2

    Milestone I - Clarify

    • Mapping Out Your Business Purpose

  • 3

    Section II - Business Purpose

    • Indie Film Business

    • Indie Film Business Quiz

    • Identifying Your Reason

    • Creator Economy

    • Finding Your Passion

    • #1 BUSINESS ASSESSMENT CHECK-IN

  • 4

    Milestone II - Strategize

    • Analyze and Develop Business Strategies

  • 5

    Section III - Production Company Framework

    • Production Company

    • Mission Statement

    • Business Objectives

    • Business Development

    • Entertainment Law

    • Production Business Entity

    • Production Development Team

    • #2 BUSINESS ASSESSMENT CHECK-IN

  • 6

    Section IV - Four Phases of the Strategic Planning Process

  • 7

    Milestone III - Foundation

    • Components of Production Development

  • 8

    Section V - The Four Foundational Components of Development

    • Writing the Screenplay

    • Script Breakdown

    • Shooting Schedule

    • Film Budget

    • #4 BUSINESS ASSESSMENT CHECK-IN

  • 9

    Section VI - Building the Business Strategy

    • Attaching Talent

    • Financial Plan

    • Film Funding

    • Business Plan

    • Pitch Deck

    • Greenlight Production

    • #5 BUSINESS ASSESSMENT CHECK-IN

  • 10

    Section VII - Resources

    • Recommended Tools & Resources

  • 11

    Next Steps

    • Milestones

    • Before You Go

  • 12

    Bonuses

    • Digital Study Planner

    • Production Management Calendar

    • Film Funder's List

BONUS MATERIAL

In addition to this jam-packed course you'll get...

  • Digital Study Planner

    A study planner specifically designed for film students to make their study life easier to manage.

  • Project Management Calendar

    A start-up projection calendar is a great way to organize your development schedule and keep interested parties abreast of all actions.

READY TO MAKE MASSIVE PROGRESS IN YOUR FILM BUSINESS?

The lessons you will take part in will guide you through the exact components you need to avoid costly mistakes and the essentials you MUST have to operate your production company.

LET'S MAKE THIS YOUR YEAR OF ACCELERATION!

Once you're in, you'll get set up in the classroom's portal to start downloading the workbook and plunging into the mini-lessons. By the end of the day, you should have a clear plan on how to make the most out of this course.

In the next several weeks, you will elevate your business status using these course materials, and I'm so excited for you to take this bold step in making your passions a reality! 🥂

Most importantly, I'm thrilled that you're taking this step to level up your film business. Actions get results, and this is a significant action that's going to bring MASSIVE RESULTS.

See you on the inside!

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FAQ

  • WILL THIS REALLY IMPACT MY FILM BUSINESS?

    Yes! This course is everything you need to JUMPSTART your film business. All of the worksheets, checklists, and templates are essential guides to help set you up for success.

    The course is explicitly geared towards proactive creators looking to improve their craft and build a career doing what they love.

  • WHAT IS THE REFUND POLICY?

    All sales are final and non-refundable.

  • IS EVERYTHING AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY?

    Yes! An email to access your course account will be sent immediately after purchase. So, you can log in and get right to work.

  • WHAT RESULTS CAN I EXPECT?

    You get what you put in! The course is fully accessible after purchase. You have one year to complete the course, which should be enough time to implement your business strategies. At the end of the day, the things you learn in this course are only valuable if you're willing to implement what you learned and get things done.

  • WHAT IF I DON’T FINISH THE PROGRAM WITHIN 1-YEAR?

    If you're showing up and putting in the work every day, you should be able to complete this course in less than a year. But, life happens. So, if you need more access to the curriculum after your initial year, I have an option for you to extend the program for an additional monthly fee.

  • IS THERE A GUARANTEE?

    Diversity in Cinema Academy provides educational and informational resources that are intended to help students of this course succeed in life, business, and otherwise. You nevertheless recognize that your ultimate success or failure will be the result of your own efforts, your particular situation, and innumerable other circumstances beyond the control and/or knowledge of Diversity in Cinema Academy. You also recognize that prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Thus, the results obtained by others, whether clients or customers of the company or otherwise, applying the principles set out in this course are no guarantee that you or any other person or entity will be able to obtain similar results.

  • WHAT ISN'T INCLUDED IN LEVELING UP YOUR FILM BUSINESS?

    While I've been intentional to include everything I possibly can to ensure your success with the course, it is however designed to be a launching pad for setting up your business. As you may well know, launching a business can take years of building and hundreds of hours of training to become a competent leader. Yet, continuing education training is always necessary because the industry is constantly evolving. Therefore, there are phases to leveling up.

  • WILL YOU BE RELEASING MORE COURSES IN THE FUTURE?

    Yes! More courses are coming that will help bridge that gap from start-up to execution.

  • I HAVEN’T LAUNCHED MY PRODUCTION COMPANY YET, IS THIS COURSE STILL FOR ME?

    Yes! This course is perfect for you. I help aspiring filmmakers get their business off the ground. The curriculum starts at the conception of your business idea.

Level Up Your Film Business Today!

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