– August 4, 2014 – The 2014 American Film Market, November 5-12th, announced today the upcoming schedule for this year’s Conference Series. The Conference Series will run from Friday November 7th through to Tuesday November 11th with each consecutive day set to focus on one of Finance, Pitching, Production, Marketing and Distribution.
“Our Conference Series gives AFM attendees access to the insights of industry experts, decision makers and thought-leaders from around the world. It is a wonderful environment to learn, be inspired and meet future partners,” said AFM Managing Director Jonathan Wolf.
The following Conference Series’ sessions have been confirmed:
Finance Conference: November 7th –
“Current Issues in Film Finance”
“Building Your Global Film Finance Strategy”
Pitch Conference: November 8th –
“Pitching Essentials”
“The 2-Minute Pitches”
Production Conference: November 9th –
“Producing For a Worldwide Audience”
“Accessing and Securing Talent”
Marketing Conference: November 10th –
“The Engagement Factor – Creating Effective Social Media Campaigns”
“The Role of a Publicist and Why You Need One”
Distribution Conference: November 11th –
“Video on Demand: 2015”
“DIY Distribution: Finding Your Film’s Digital Niche”
The Conference Series will take place between 9:00am and 1:00pm daily in ’s Fairmont Hotel. For more information on each session please see:www.AmericanFilmMarket.com/conferences
To book your accreditation for this year’s AFM please visit: www.AmericanFilmMarket.com/attendee-options.
About the American Film Market
The business of independent motion picture production and distribution reaches its peak every year at the American Film Market. The global film industry converges in Santa Monica for eight days of deal-making on films in every stage of development and production, as well as screenings, conferences, networking and parties.
With 8,000 industry leaders from more than 70 countries, 700 screenings and the industry’s largest Conference Series, AFM is the pivotal destination for filmmakers, producers, writers, directors, distributors, financiers, industry executives, talent, the international media and all those who provide services to the worldwide motion picture industry.
The AFM is produced by the Independent Film & Television Alliance® the global trade association of the independent motion picture and television industry.
About The Independent Film & Television Alliance
The Independent Film & Television Alliance (IFTA) is the global trade association for the independent motion picture and television industry. Headquartered in Los Angeles, the organization represents more than 150 member companies from 23 countries, consisting of independent production and distribution companies, sales agents, television companies and financial institutions engaged in film finance. IFTA is dedicated to protecting and strengthening its Members’ ability to finance, produce, market and distribute independent films and television programs in an ever-changing and challenging global marketplace.
