Script Development
I have a wealth of experience writing and developing short and feature films.
My coverage will provide you with 3-5 pages of detailed, constructive notes at a price you can afford.
The notes cover Plot, Structure, Characters, Dialogue, Style and Concept. I will identify what’s working well and what needs a little help to get to where it needs to be.
It pays to get an outside perspective on your short or feature script before you start shooting. Why save the notes for when the film is already done?
- Shorts (Up To 20 Pages): $50
- Long Shorts (20+ Pages): $60
- Features : $100
Why hire a professional reader:
- I’m paid to give your script a thorough read. I’m different from a friend because I work on a deadline and have professional standards to make sure you get good and useful feedback.
- I have no personal relationship to you or the project, so I’m seeing the project with fresh eyes. Through me you can see whether things make sense, are working, etc.
I can focus on specific elements of your script that you’re interested in, or do a cold read, whichever you prefer.
How it works:
Just send me an email at coverage@jasonbkohl.com and I will send you a release form and a paypal invoice. After I receive payment I will email you to confirm. Your notes will be in your inbox no more than a week later.
Financing Strategy
After the budgeting period comes the real battle; financing.
Each film and filmmaker has options available to him. In individual consultations with the filmmaker we will develop a financing strategy, from developing pitches for individual and institutional investors, to writing grant proposals and the creation of crowdfunding campaigns via kickstarter.
Kickstarter Management
A well managed kickstarter campaign can be the difference between a hundred and fifty bucks and a hundred and fifty grand. I will work with you in detail to plan your kickstarter campaign to achieve its maximum effectiveness, from setting the financial goal to the final five dollars.
Web Strategy
A film’s website is its key branding platform for both the project and the filmmakers. It reflects the film both artistically and as a business entity. It is the core from which all press and marketing radiate, the signature at the bottom of every email you send.
I will consult with you about the creation of a website, it’s function and its look. I can also take care of your basic IT needs, setting up email accounts, purchasing domains, and getting the website built so it can work for you.
We will discuss key art, branding and long-term strategy and functionality, including facebook, twitter and blogs.
Marketing Strategy
The filmmaking process is really divided into two parts; the making of the film and the selling of the film. In this increasingly noisy digital culture, a solid marketing strategy can be the difference between a lackluster festival/online premiere and real industry attention. I work with filmmakers to shape a specific plan for their films, be they shorts or features.
Some aspects I focus on:
- creating specific, achievable goals for the film.
- identifying a target audience and a strategy for reaching them.
- identifying journalists, bloggers, organizations and other tastemakers affiliated with your audience.
- creating a strategy to reach those individuals and organizations.
For all consulting questions, including pricing, email me at
