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Welcome to the behind-the-scenes world of film producing. Hidden under all the cool cameras, bright lights and big names is a whole world of logistics, leadership, money, legal and relationships that are what truly make a film happen. Join me, Micah, on my journey of being a film producer as I peel back the layers of film producing on my own journey to learn and produce amazing films.
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In film your audience is everything. If they don't show up your film falls into obscurity. But how do you find and build that audience so that your project becomes water cooler talk? That's what Derral Eves has been helping do for The Chosen, YouTube Content Creators and many others as he sits down to share his wisdom and experience on today's episode of The Producer Podcast.Host: Micah VersemannGuest: Derral EvesGet Your Copy of The Producer's Life Today!
As a producer having a film slate of projects you're trying to make is great, but without financing they'll never see the silver screen or reach your audience.So today, we're diving back into the world of film financing as I talk with Jason Matthewson about his producer journey and financing your film projects. Host: Micah VersemannGuest: Jason MatthewsonPick up Jason's Book: Let's Talk About Film Finance
There's a new state breaking out onto the film scene, especially for the indie producers out there, Kentucky. Join me and Film Kentucky Director, Meg Fister, as we talk about the new incentive taking effect July 2026 as well as what makes Kentucky the perfect spot for your next indie production.Host: Micah VersemannGuest: Meg Fister
Before a project ever sees the light of day it must first be developed from a fledging idea into what could become the next blockbuster. When does development end, where does pre-production begin and how do you know your idea is ready to move forward?Those are some of the topics we're going to touch on with, producer and co-author or the book Greenlight Yourself, Kirk Roos.Host: Micah VersemannGuest: Kirk RoosPick up your copy of The Producer's Life.
Everyone wants to look their best for the camera but that requires a rockstar HMU team. That's why today we're looking at the HMU department and how they helped the talent look their best on set and what a producer can do to keep the makeup trailer in a good vibe.Host: Micah VersemannGuest: Micah Lynn HansonPick up your copy of The Producer's Life.
Who doesn't love a good snack? Especially when you're working hard on a film set. That's why today I am sitting down to talk about one of the most vital roles on set, Crafty. What should producers know about the department to help them care for the crew the best they can? Let's dive in a find out.Host: Micah VersemannGuest: Kayla BourenPick up your copy of The Producer's Life.
We're hitting the warm beaches, beautiful forests and backlots of the West Coast today as I'm joined by the California Film Commission to talk about the recent changes to their film incentive program, what else California has to offer besides the production infrastructure and much more.Host: Micah VersemannGuest: Colleen Bell, California Film Commission DirectorGet your copy of The Producer's Life
Location Manager to Producer. That's the filmmaking journey Josh Pittman went on that has led to producing multiple documentaries shot around the world. Find out what he's learned along the way, how locations prepared him for producing and much more on today's episode.Host: Micah VersemannGuest: Josh PittmanGet your copy of The Producer's Life.
Welcome to the behind-the-scenes world of film producing. Hidden under all the cool cameras, bright lights and big names is a whole world of logistics, leadership, money, legal and relationships that are what truly make a film happen. Join me, Micah, on my journey of being a film producer as I peel back the layers of film producing on my own journey to learn and produce amazing films.
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