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The Best Alternative to Movie Magic Scheduling

by Thomas Verdi,

For decades, Movie Magic Scheduling has been the industry standard for building production schedules. Many producers and assistant directors learned the craft of scheduling using its stripboard system, and it remains widely used across film and television productions. However, as filmmaking workflows evolve, many producers,

Behind the Pitch: Katelyn McCulloch

by Thomas Verdi,

For this month’s Behind the Pitch, The Film Fund founder Thomas Verdi sits down with filmmaker Katelyn McCulloch to discuss her background in film, the circus, and her Film Fund-winning short, "Cart Girls." Thomas Verdi: Can you tell us a little about yourself and your background

Behind the Pitch: Vinny Anand

by Thomas Verdi,

For this month’s Behind the Pitch, The Film Fund founder Thomas Verdi sits down with filmmaker Vinny Anand to discuss his background in film, how he got his start, and his upcoming short film The Film Fund helped contribute to with a free Adobe Creative Cloud

Behind the Pitch: David Oster and “I Love Jazz”

by Thomas Verdi,

For this month’s Behind the Pitch, The Film Fund founder Thomas Verdi sits down with filmmaker David Oster to discuss his background in film, how he got his start, and the eerie short film he made with $6,000 from The Film Fund. David Oster and

Behind the Pitch: Colleen Brady and “Firebird”

by Thomas Verdi,

The following is from an interview with one of The Film Fund’s previous winners, Colleen Brady, who received a KitSplit gift card to help make their film Firebird: Built to Burn. Colleen C. Brady and Thomas VerdiJanuary 21, 2025 Thomas Verdi: So, could you tell

Independent Feature Film Funding: Why Unknown Movie Matters

by Thomas Verdi,

Introducing "Unknown Movie:" A New Feature Film Funding Project At The Film Fund, we've built a strong community of filmmakers, helping them bring their short films to life through our contest-based funding model. But over the years, we've heard the same question from countless filmmakers:

Budget-Friendly Special Effects: How to Make Your Indie Film Stand Out

by Eric Johnson,

Captivating your audience with impressive special effects doesn't have to come with a Hollywood-level price tag. Indie filmmakers often face the challenge of creating visually stunning films while working with limited budgets. However, with a bit of creativity and resourcefulness, you can achieve impressive special

The Movie “Clerks”: Important Lessons from the Indie Masterpiece

by Eric Johnson,

If you're looking for a masterclass in low-budget filmmaking, look no further than the movie “Clerks”. This 1994 cult classic, directed by the then-unknown Kevin Smith, has become a beacon of inspiration for aspiring filmmakers everywhere. Thomas Verdi, the founder of The Film Fund, loves