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Advanced Entertainment Financing

MGMT X 403.34B

Learn to apply advanced financial structures in support of profit optimization and risk mitigation. Participants leave the class ready to strategically secure financing for their projects, craft compelling pitch decks, and pitch at film markets.

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What you can learn.

Differentiate between a variety of finance models in connection with budget levels
Employ options to be profitable when financing films with less-than-ideal projections
Apply distribution options geared toward specific projects and distribution platforms
Study investment options that diversify risks for investment partners
Design profit models for film slates
Create a business plan for a production house that includes a slate of fiction and non-fiction content

About this course:

The Advanced Entertainment Financing Course covers the complexities of the entertainment industry's financial landscape and provides a comprehensive understanding of contemporary funding sources. Students learn to apply advanced financial structures in support of profit optimization and risk mitigation. Advanced topics include crafting revenue waterfalls, protecting and optimizing revenues, and the strategic art of Slate Financing. Participants gain insights into designing production slates, formulating cash flow plans, and optimizing deal terms for multiple projects. The course culminates in a comprehensive exploration of project evaluation, including the crafting of compelling pitch decks. Participants take on the roles of acquisition executives and financiers, evaluating projects for commercial appeal and viability. Participants leave the class ready to strategically secure financing for their projects and pitch at film markets.

Prerequisites

Successful completion of MGMT X 403.34 Entertainment Financing: From First $ to Distribution of Profits is required.