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As a feature film producer, you are creating a new intellectual property , a complex process that can easily lead to misunderstandings and competing priorities. You will need sound legal advice and help to negotiate many of the business issues that will arise throughout the process.

Script Development You need to clarify your creative objectives before you can hire the ideal writer and story editor Finding a Screenwriter Negotiating a Screenwriter Contract Phases of Script Development Working with a Story Editor Legal Issues A good lawyer is invaluable when you negotiate partnership agreements and obtain rights and copyright Why You Need a Lawyer Formalizing Relationships Protecting Your Ideas Rights Acquisition & Optioning Pitching Crafting a stunning one-pager is the first step toward keeping your project in front of the right people Elements of the Pitch Package A Winning One Page Synopses, Outlines and Treatments Understanding Your Target Audience Three Steps to a Winning Pitch Who, Where & When to Pitch Special Pitching Opportunities Follow-up: Keeping Your Project Top-of-Mind Creating Lasting Relationships Financing You can apply for funding from a wide array of sources, each with its own expectations, requirements and deadlines Development Funding Producer's Fees, Investments and Deferrals