Feature Film Budgeting Course
This step-by-step 14 lesson course will teach you how to create full feature film budget. Upon completing the course, you will master the skills to independently execute a script breakdown, create a shooting schedule, and generate a complete budget for a union feature film -- all on your own. Learn a new skill, advance your career and get your dream projects financed.
With this course you get a TWO MONTH free trial of Movie Magic Scheduling, a TWO MONTH free trial of Movie Magic Budgeting, a Sample Script in Final Draft and a Budget Template Pre-Coded - not available anywhere else!
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Learn Script Breakdown in Final Draft
Learn how to tag elements in the script and breakdown a scene in Final Draft, the industry standard screenwriting software used by all the studios. We will provide a sample script for you to work with or you can bring your own!
Create a Shooting Schedule
Learn the basics of creating a shooting schedule for the purposes of creating a film budget. Know how to create the breakdown, organize the shooting days, and come up with the ideal schedule and plan for the film. A free two month Movie Magic Scheduling trial will be provided.
Create a Feature Film Budget
Create a full feature film budget in Movie Magic Budgeting. You will learn how to budget for above the line, below the line, post and general expenses. We will cover union rates, fringes, globals, tax credits, insurance and production legal. A two month free Movie Magic Budgeting software trial will be provided.
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Your Instructor
Sirad Balducci is a seasoned independent feature film producer and line producer based in New York. With extensive experience overseeing every facet of the production process, from script development to production management, post-production, and final delivery, Balducci consistently forges partnerships with top-tier directors and producers to bring their dream projects to life. Balducci’s multifaceted involvement in the industry includes founding Give Film Foundation, serving as a Board Member of NYWIFT, and being a proud member of the DGA.
In addition to a career behind the scenes, Balducci holds directing credits, including the award-winning short film Generation Lockdown. Balducci continues to have a deep commitment to harnessing the social impact of film and amplifying unique and underrepresented voices in cinematic storytelling.
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