Independent Filmmakers Alliance

For this assignment, I decided to step out of my sports agent shoes and put on my movie production shoes. I was assigned to search for and discuss a trade association and the one that stood out to me was the Independent Filmmakers Alliance.

The IFA website describes the association as:

a world wide organization dedicated to encouraging indie filmmaking around the globe. We are the one-stop shop for your independent filmmaker needs

 The alliance is based in California, but boost members from all around the world. They focus on creating networks and providing resources for independent filmmakers of all experience levels. Some of the basic resources they offer are sample budgets and schedules, techniques on approaching investors, and talent agency contact information.

Some of the more extensive programs include a huge script library, where you can study great scripts of the past. They host screenplay contest where members can enter scripts and compete for prizes, funding, and recognition. One of the most valuable events that they host are the various film festivals. This allows producers to screen movies for potential distributors and customers. This is one of the most important steps of the film production process.

The IFA would be important for a person like me for a variety of reasons. First the simple resources are practical things that I will always be able to use as references and templates.I will also be able to take advantage of the contest and film shows also. But what my actually benefit someone like me will e the connections, contacts and networking being apart of the alliance allows me to do.