WFA2019 Discussion Panels/Workshops

At the heart of our popular “Crowdfunding to Build Independence” workshop is our dedication to connecting creators with their audiences. Identifying, and then enthusiastically engaging, your supporters is essential to a career of successfully funding and distributing your films. That's why in our class, we teach you how to find and engage your fans, run an effective crowdfunding campaign, and then distribute your film—all while preparing you to make your next film. Because after all, this class isn’t about crowdfunding: it’s about career building. Your film career starts here! Seed&Spark is the world’s only streaming and crowdfunding destination, supporting inclusive films and film-related projects with funding, audience building, and distribution.

Back by popular demand! Winter Film Awards is proud to partner with the NY State Governor’s Office to host a roundtable discussion. Meet the team from the New York State Governor’s Office for Motion Picture and Television Development for a discussion of all things productive re: producing in New York State – tax credits, location scouting, finding stages and crew, and more. Whether you’re a first time filmmaker wondering where to start or a veteran producer looking to catch up on the latest, this informal face-to-face Q&A is an invaluable opportunity to Meet Team NY and hear firsthand about all the great things New York State has to offer.This event is FREE and open to the public but you must REGISTER IN ADVANCE.

Winter Film Awards is proud to partner with the New York City Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment! The Mayor’s Office is the one-stop shop for all production needs in New York City, and Broadcasting serves as an invaluable resource to the New York City entertainment production industry. Meet a representative from the Mayor’s office for a discussion of all the awesome things the City can do to help you make your film!This event is FREE and open to the public but you must REGISTER IN ADVANCE.

We all know that distribution is the holy grail for filmmakers – you spend a ton of time and all your money making a film and you want to be sure it is seen by as many people as possible! But, how do you even go about getting distribution? Are there things you need to do up front to make the distribution process easier? Do you want to go digital, domestic, international? Does anyone actually make any money with iTunes and AmazonPrime? What does a distribution contract look like and what should you be careful about? How do you avoid scams? Join our discussion with representatives who cover online, international and domestic distribution and get your questions answered!This event is FREE and open to the public but you must REGISTER IN ADVANCE.

You know you need music and sounds to set the mood for your film, but where do you begin? How do you find a composer? How much does it cost? When do you get the composer involved? Can you get away with just using online music? How do you communicate your vision with your composer?Come get all of your questions answered! This event is FREE and open to the public but you must REGISTER IN ADVANCE.

On Location Tours’ NYC TV & Movie Tour, will lead you to New York City’s best filming locations! On this guided sightseeing bus tour you will see over 60 NYC locations featured in your favorite TV shows and movies.So sit back and relax as your tour guide leads you through the most filmed city in the world, all from the comfort of a bus with heat in the winter and AC in the summer. They will take you on a tour of the city’s most recognizable locations sharing with you some of the TV and film industry’s best-kept secrets. Follow in the footsteps of your favorite characters when you hop off at different NYC locations throughout your tour.This event is private and open only to Winter Film Awards Badgeholders.

Bad sound will tank even the greatest film ever made. But, how exactly can you ensure great sound for your indie film, particularly if you have a limited budget? Gotham Sound, a one stop production audio solution based in Long Island City, is here to provide tips, answer questions and help you ensure that your film sounds excellent! Covering everything an independent producer needs to know to work successfully with their sound crew to capture the best production sound for their film. Come get all of your questions answered!This event is FREE and open to the public but you must REGISTER IN ADVANCE.

Completing a grant proposal is not as difficult as one may think. This class will demystify and help you with the mechanics of writing an effective proposal. However, successful grant writing is more than just writing the proposal. You will also learn tips for increasing your chances of success -- such as how to approach funders, following up, etc. Come get all of your questions answered!This event is FREE and open to the public but you must REGISTER IN ADVANCE.