In this episode we’re back at two time Oscar nominated documentary film production company Spring Films.

We meet again with their Head of Global Development Figs Jackman, this time to discuss the distribution process for documentary films.

Hosted by Karoline Pelikan (@PelikanPictures) and Paul Hulligan (@paulhully).

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Episode guide:

01:44 - The difference between commission, acquisition and distribution

06:55 - What is distribution

10:24 - How the film is sold, working with distributors

14:48 - The importance of achieving the ‘deliverables’ for distribution

19:35 - Getting a meeting with a distributor

27:22 - The dream sale

27:40 - The value of festivals

31:14 - The importance of promoting your film via social media

34:17 - The importance of production stills and creating the marketing package

36:36 - Types of distributors

37:33 - Pairing up with production company to get it distributed

40:09 - Self distribution, platforms, advice

53:49 - Why Spring Films use distributors

58:19 - How much money can be made from traditional distribution

01:02:47 - Top 3 tips for getting your film distributed