Daren Smith

Daren Smith

Provo, Utah
Indie Film Producer, Author, Creative Entrepreneur. GP at Producer Fund, Founder of Craftsman Films
10
Mar
The Future Of Indie Film Distribution?

The Future Of Indie Film Distribution?

Every day I see filmmakers lamenting the state of the industry, and begging for Hollywood to change. I'm
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03
Mar
The Domino Principle for Filmmakers

The Domino Principle for Filmmakers

or, How Sean Baker got his groove back...
4 min read
24
Feb

The Different Crew Roles On An Indie Film

I recently spoke with an investor who is considering making the pivot from tech to indie film, and one of
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19
Feb
February 2025 Live Q&A Call - Replay

February 2025 Live Q&A Call - Replay

6 min read
17
Feb
Three Ways To Distribute Your Film In Theaters

Three Ways To Distribute Your Film In Theaters

Two filmmakers recently shared their struggles with distribution on LinkedIn: Let's get into it by combining these two
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10
Feb
Demand-Side Sales for Filmmakers

Demand-Side Sales for Filmmakers

What if the way we're selling our projects is completely wrong?
5 min read
03
Feb

How to find a story worthy of the big screen

I've been at a number of film festivals and have received hundreds of pitches over the years as
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20
Jan
Budgeting For Profitability With Your Indie Films

Budgeting For Profitability With Your Indie Films

Great question came through on LinkedIn: How do you budget your movie for the realistic price-point which will help the
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15
Jan
January 2025 Live Q&A Call - Replay

January 2025 Live Q&A Call - Replay

7 min read
13
Jan
What is a Film Waterfall and How Does It Work?

What is a Film Waterfall and How Does It Work?

When you release a film, how much of the money is distributed to the filmmakers, and in what order? That&
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