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How Indie Filmmakers Make Money on YouTube and AVOD

How Indie Filmmakers Make Money on YouTube and AVOD

Update: 2025-12-18
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YouTube and AVOD platforms like Tubi are changing how independent filmmakers make money. In this episode, filmmaker Tom Malloy explains why strong openings, smart pacing, and understanding ad-based audiences are now essential—and how filmmakers can reverse-engineer successful YouTube movies to build a sustainable filmmaking career.

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How Indie Filmmakers Make Money on YouTube and AVOD

How Indie Filmmakers Make Money on YouTube and AVOD

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