#20 How to sell your film | Ross Putman Interview

Have you ever made a film but struggled with taking it to the next level? Ross Putman, producer, sales and finance agent for Verve, shares valuable insight on the world of sales and distribution agencies. He offers excellent advice for filmmakers on how to sell films and what to look for in distribution companies, emphasizing the importance of networking and constantly making material. Listen to Ross share with Tanya his expertise and advice for filmmakers to take their films to the next level.  Key points:  1:06 —  Journey to becoming a sales agent3:32 — What the sales agent job entails6:00 — Difference between producer & sales agent8:00 — Agent deals 9:42 — Global vs. Domestic Deals11:36 — International Distribution 13:00 — Getting in touch with a sales agency for the first time18:35 — The importance of networking20:51 — How to decide how much to spend in a film24:00 — The importance of collaboration in feature films25:20 — Debunking the term “Story is King”27:00 — Focusing on the strengths of your film29:13 — Challenges of foreign/ international films 31:04 — Leverage during negotiations36:00 — Sales discussions40:30 — What sales agents look for in films43:35 — How distribution deals work46:40 — How filmmakers profit from distribution deals48:17 — Derivative productions 49:00— How to get an agency to read your script53:36 — Advice on budgetsGet the latest the There To Here: Film & Media Podcast sent to youFind more podcasts from CoLab INC Film & MediaFollow us on:FacebookInstagramLinkedInTwitterYouTubeConnect with the Practical FilmmakerFollow The Practical Filmmaker on InstagramWatch more episodes on YouTubeFind more filmmaking resources