Attention Filmmakers!

FREE TRAINING TO LEVEL UP YOUR SHORT FILMS

Learn Proven Secrets to Attach Top Talent, Successfully Fundraise and get your Short into A-List Festivals.

PLUS you'll get access to downloadable templates and resources

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3-Part Training Series

Training #1: How to Make an Amazing Short Film to Catapult Your Career

Training #2: How to Successfully Fundraise for Short Films

Training #3: Create a Winning Film Festival Strategy

What You'll Learn

  • Master crafting impactful short films to advance your career

  • Explore proven techniques for casting, production, and post-production

  • Learn effective strategies for fundraising for short film projects

  • Discover tailored fundraising tactics for independent filmmakers

  • Develop a winning approach to succeed in film festivals

  • Navigate the competitive film festival landscape with practical strategies

  • Get free downloadable resources to advance your filmmaking journey

About Your Instructor

John Trefry has produced a dozen short films that have competed at over 100 festivals around the world including 2x SXSW, 3x Tribeca and 8x HollyShorts . Beyond his work as a creative producer and writer, John has developed innovative approaches to finance short films. He is an expert in marketing and distribution, securing exclusive releases for his films with The Hollywood Reporter, Variety, Indiewire, Short of the Week and Vimeo Staff Pick to name just a few. John has developed and executed innovative strategies for his shorts leading to licensing deals generating revenue and hundreds of millions of views.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this free training cover?

Our 3-part free training covers essential aspects of short filmmaking, including developing your idea and attaching talent, fundraising strategies and proven insights for successful festival performance.

Who is this training for?

This training is designed for aspiring filmmakers, film students, and anyone interested in mastering the art of short filmmaking to advance their careers in the industry.

How long is the training?

The training consists of 3 prerecorded sessions that you can watch at your convenience.

Is there a cost to access the training?

No, the training is completely free of charge.

Will I receive any materials or resources during the training?

Yes, participants will receive downloadable resources and access to valuable tips and insights along with the training sessions.

Do I need any specific equipment or software to participate?

No special equipment or software is required. You can access the training using any internet-connected device.

Can I ask questions during the training?

As the training is prerecorded, there is no live Q&A session. However, you can reach out to us via email if you have any questions.

How can I access the training?

To access the training, simply sign up using the form on this page and you will receive immediate access instructions via email. All the training sessions and the downloadable resources will be delivered to the email address you sign up with.