Film Trooper

In this episode, we discover what happens when a CGI artist and his wife double down on a Kickstarter campaign to make their short film series featuring a lot of CGI shots. Listen in as Indie Film Coach, Ron Newcomb interviews CGI Artist and filmmaker, Miguel Ortega, on his film series, "The Ningyo".

In this episode, VIP Film Summit creator, Ron Newcomb, talks with legendary filmmaker Eduardo Sanchez about "The Blair Witch Project" and what life was like after that pivotal movie.

In this episode, Alex Ferrari returns to share what he's learned in the years since launching "Indie Film Hustle". In addition, Alex shares with us what he's learned from crowdfunding and self-distributing his feature film, "This is Meg" and the launch of his new film, "On the Corner of Ego and Desire", a comedy about selling a film at the Sundance Film Festival, made over the course of 4 days while attending the Sundance Film Festival.

In this episode, VIP Film Summit Founder, Ron Newcomb, interviews award-winning filmmaker, Greg Green about looking at filmmaking through the lens of the writer.  Discussing the importance of story, structure, dialogue, and how flashbacks can be used as a strategic way to reveal character. Plus! How does someone over 40 living outside of Hollywood make things happen?

In this episode,Ron Newcomb, founder of the VIP Film Summit, was able to sit down with two of the producers from "Hamelt in the Golden Vale" and speak about using a public domain written Shakesperean masterpiece, as well as taking live theater and turning it into a film all the while doing it in Ireland.

In this episode, I've returned from a lengthy hiatus to share what I've learned while being away.  My special guest is Kyle Erwin from "The Backyard Space Opera" podcast.

In this episode, we continue our conversation about my lengthy hiatus to share what I've learned while being away.  My special guest is Kyle Erwin from "The Backyard Space Opera" podcast.

In this episode, we are joined by returning guest, Scott Kirkpatrick, SVP at DRG.TV. Kirkpatrick shares with us the day-in-the-life of a film executive and how they go about buying and selling films and filmed content.

In this episode, Indie Film Coach, Ron Newcomb interviews the team over at Glass House Distribution. Discover what film distribution companies are looking for and how you can get your film accepted by them.

In this episode, Indie Film Coach, Ron Newcomb interviews the Managing Director of The American Film Market (AFM), Jonathan Wolf. Discover what the film market is and how best to utilize the event to sell your film to the international market.

In this episode, we are joined by Richard "RB" Botto, author of the book, "Crowdsourcing for Filmmakers". You might know RB as the founder of Stage 32 and RAZOR Magazine. Discover why crowdsourcing is more important than crowdfunding.

In this episode, we explore how filmmakers and actors can still work a full-time job while pursuing their dreams, but also how they can combine what they do to have the best of both worlds. Our guest for this episode is Brian K. Lewis from Halstead Properties and special bonus guest, Paul Bright, indie filmmaker and actor.

In this episode, we continue our series on how to get a named actor in your indie film and how to work with the Screen Actors Guild (SAG). Our two featured guests are New York's indie film director, John Gallagher, and Darrien Michele Gipson, National Director of SAG Indie.

[Podcast] How To Get A Named Actor In Your Film and How To Work With SAG (part 1) In this episode, we uncover how to get a named actor in your indie film and how to work with the Screen Actors Guild (SAG). This is part one in this special series. Our two featured guests…

In this episode, Indie Film Coach, Ron Newcomb, joins me as we banter about the common problems indie filmmakers deal with and how they can fix them.

In this episode, I'm joined by the Angry Filmmaker himself, Kelley Baker, as he shares with us his latest book, "Road Dog", detailing the adventures of how to take your indie film on the road.

In this episode, former podcast guest, Jonny Von Wallstöm, shares with us how to sell your film to Netflix.

In this episode, I'm joined by fellow podcaster, Michael Schein, as he shares with us how filmmakers can gain access to anyone.

In this episode, we continue part 2 of how to market your indie film by LIVE workshopping Jamie Benyon's and Lucy Jordan's indie film, Time of the Season.

In this episode, we workshop the film, "Time of the Season", and explore tactics of how to market an indie film in today's digital landscape. This is part 1 of the workshop.

In this episode, I'm joined by Gabriella Mirabelli, host of the Up Next podcast. Her podcast focuses on new ideas and new technology that are causing seismic shifts the media industry. Gabriella introduces us to the innovators, the risk-takers and the disrupters on the front lines of change from Hollywood, Wall Street, Silicon Valley and beyond.

In this episode, we discover how to make a web series a success. Nick Hagen and Mercedes Rose, Co-Creators of Haunting of Sunshine Girl, share the secrets on how they turned their hit YouTube web series into a book series and a TV series.

In this episode, we go deep down the rabbit hole and explore how movies make money and how it affects the independent filmmaker.

In this episode, I explore 10 ways a filmmaker can increase their luck.

In this episode, I rebroadcast my interview with Scott Kirkpatrick, Author of "Writing for the Green Light: How to make your script the one Hollywood notices". At the time of this interview, Kirkpatrick was an executive at Mar Vista Entertainment, and his background in film sales and production unveils the truth about working in the world of Indie Hollywood.

In this episode, I go through the step-by-step process of how I self-published my book and how that can help you sell your film online more effectively. File this under film distribution and sales.

In this episode, I'm joined by indie film distribution expert, Peter Broderick, as we explore the lessons learned from the New World of Film Distribution.

In this rebroadcast episode, I interview former Director of Creative Affairs for MGM Studios, and now the founder of Good In A Room, Stephanie Palmer. Stephanie teaches filmmakers and screenwriters how to prepare for any pitch meeting. Her advice will give you the best chances to succeed.

In this episode, we get sound recording and mixing tips for our indie films from Sam Ejnes, Mix Technician on Game of Thrones.

In this episode, I speak with Lucas Longacre from Iron Way Entertainment about how he and his wife are able to make a living from their web series and documentaries.

In this episode, I unpack why you wouldn't want to take your film to a festival and bring it to the American Film Market.

In this episode, I polish off an old interview and rebroadcast it for you. Listen in as you get a detailed account of all the emotions and business steps that went into turning "Paranormal Activity" into a global phenomenon.

In this episode, returning guest, Brooks Elms, who is a filmmaker and screenwriter is here to take us through the process of finding a movie concept that speaks to you and your audience.

In this episode, I interview Phoenix Gonzalez, COO at Dot Studio Pro, who explains how her company offers better distribution control for filmmakers.

In this episode, I interview filmmaker, Alex Petrovich, as he allows his film, "BAD PEOPLE", to be workshopped live on the podcast to get better marketing ideas for his upcoming screening.

In this episode, I interview Swedish filmmaker, Jonny Wallström about how his documentary, The Pearl of Africa, landed him meetings with Netflix, HBO, and CNN.

In this episode, I interview actress and award winning producer, Jenna Edwards, about surviving a near death experience to learn how to make movies that matter.

I interview the team behind the raunchy American comedy, "The Bet". Producer, Reza Riazi, and Co-Producer and Writer, Chris Jay, share with us how they got the funding and distribution for their film, and how you can do the same.

In this episode, I explore what happens when your script isn't working and how to fix it. This is part 2 of this special series, so be sure to listen in on part 1 before continuing with this episode.

In this podcast episode, I explore what happens when your script isn't working and how to fix it.

In this episode, documentary filmmaker, Christopher Everett, shares how he makes money from the live screenings of, "Wilmington on Fire".

Filmmaker and former distribution executive, Jason Kartalian, discusses how does someone actually make a living as a filmmaker?

In this episode, Alex Ferrari of Indie Film Hustle returns to discuss how to make and sell a micro-budget film.

In this episode, filmmaker, Chris White, shares tips on how to become a local filmmaking hero.

Film Trooper Podcast - Driver X and the Art & Science of No Budget Filmmaking with Mark Stolaroff.

Rob Edwards, Screenwriter of Disney's "Treasure Planet" and "The Princess and the Frog", shares the secrets to Pixar's Brain Trust storytelling method.

In this episode, I speak with filmmaker and screenwriter, Brooks Elms, as he takes on his journey of selling his sci-fi, action script, "Snowfall".

In this episode, I speak with New Times Best Selling Author, Ian Doescher, about his books, "William Shakespeare's Star Wars".

Patrick Moreau of StillMotion discusses the 4 Pillars of Story that help documentary filmmakers tell better stories.

What is the future of filmmaking when it comes time to sell your film online? A short film involving a lightsaber duel reveals the secret. Learn more!