Short Summary
The goal of First Pond Entertainment is to help independent filmmakers in every step of the filmmaking process. What FPE aims to do can be broken down into four distinct goals.
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Financing: Help independent filmmakers get the needed financing to finish their projects. The bottom line is that without this money, these projects will never get made!
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Consultation: Many people think that after the film is in the can, that is the end of the journey. That's simply not the case! A lot of time and effort needs to be put into marketing and promotion, along with when and where to premiere the film. We will help the filmmaker with this crucial stage to set the foundation for success.
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Producer's Representation: After the masterpiece is completed and ready to premiere, we will do the dirty work of speaking with distributors and sales agents to get the filmmaker the BEST deal possible.
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Booking Services: Hopefully, the film gets distribution after all of the above stages but if that should not happen, we would be there to help the filmmaker with a self-release.
The Founder
Oliver Ike is the Founder and President of FPE. He started off in independent film distribution and has successfully released several films ranging in size from small platform releases to nationwide campaigns. Oliver has worked with filmmakers in all aspects of distribution ranging from publicity, award campaigns, to successful television sales. He has also participated in panels and juries for the Palm Springs International Film Festival, Palm Springs ShortFest, Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival, and Port Townsend Film Festival. Oliver also serves as a film festival consultant and film buyer for an art house theater.
Why This is Worth Your Support
During my time in the film industry I have seen hundreds of films that will never see the light of day and even more that will never even be made. The fact is that studios don't want to take unnecessary risk on uknown filmmakers using uknown talent.
I really want to change that. With your help, we can discover the next great film together!
What We Need & What You Get
I am currently funding this project out of my own pocket and this limits what my ultimate aspirations are.
The Goal
My goal is $10,000. This will give me a good foundation to work and expand from.
Where The Money Will Go If The Goal Is Reached
The money raised for this project will go towards advertising, creating a proper website and maintaining it, improving the company logo, traveling to film festivals to look for new projects, creating company materials and stationery, and eventually hiring help!
Where The Money Will Go If The Goal Is Not Reached
If we do not reach our goal, I will focus the money on increasing brand recognition through advertising and social media outreach.
The Rewards
I have lined up some great limited edition rewards that relate specifically to the company and also to films we eventually collaborate with. For international contributions, please add $10 USD for shipping and handling.
The Impact
The one aspect that sets this campaign apart from others is that through supporting FPE, you will not only be supporting a smal business, you will also be instrumental in getting more quality films made and out into the world!
Other Ways You Can Help
I know that times are tough for everyone financially and just because you can't contibute, doesn't mean you can't help.
- Please get the word out and make some noise about this campaign. This is very much a community project and the more people know about the project, the better.
- Also, don't forget to use the Indiegogo share tools!
Thank You Very Much For Your Time and Support!
All the best,
Oliver Ike
President and Founder of First Pond Entertainment