How do I start my own film production company (corporation)?

Question

I am not talking about a big studio, basically I just want to incorporate my business name and use it to develop film ideas for production. Would you do this the same way you would a regular corporation? Is there a website that you can complete the whole process from, and is it expensive? Thanks!

Answer 1

Associations may be a good avenue to explore. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you'll inevitably have as well as many you haven't anticipated yet. See the source box for some relevant links.

Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant:

* The Complete Film Production Handbook, Third Edition (Book & CD-ROM) by Eve Light Honthaner
* Film Production Management 101: The Ultimate Guide for Film and Television Production Management and Coordination (Michael Wiese Productions) by Deborah S Patz
* The Producer's Business Handbook (Book & CD-ROM) by John J. Lee, Jr.

I also posted links to some free articles in the source box.

Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!

Answer 2

$1k to incorporate. But there are many other steps involved to do this.
You don't need to incorporate however. You have no more protection over intellectual ideas than you would as a sole proprietorship really.

Answer 3

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Answer 4

http://www.wikihow.com/Start-a-Career-in-Film-or-Video-Production

This a start and they have other information on its page and to start a copr you must go to your states main page and find out the info on starting a corporation wand what would you need

Answer 5

Actually, no you don't need an LLC.