If we haven’t met yet, I’m Neil Mandt - a 5-Time Emmy Award-Winning Hollywood Producer! I've spent more than 30 years in the entertainment business, selling movies and TV shows to every major player in Hollywood. I started and closed companies and I know how the right business structure can set you up for lasting success.
Whether you're an actor, director, producer, composer or an aspiring entrepreneur, my class is designed for you!
I am here to guide you through the complex landscape of starting a media company. With knowledge on your side, you can minimize risks, make informed decisions, and increase your chances of success.
NEIL MANDT, AWARD-WINNING TV AND MOVIE PRODUCER
Creator of Showtime, Lifetime, Smithsonian, Sundance and A&E Networks
Jules Haimovitz
You know insurance is essential, but understanding the different types of coverage and determining what you need is overwhelming.
You have a brilliant idea for a media company, but you're unsure how to get the financial support you need to bring it to life.
The world of media is fraught with risk and uncertainty. You're constantly worried about protecting intellectual property.
You're worried about missing important details in a contracts or signing something that could harm your business in the long run.
Choosing the right business structure for your media company feels like an impossible task. There are so many options!
You have been creating digital content for social platforms, but you have bigger dreams of making movies or TV shows
As a digital creator in this rapidly evolving digital era, you are part of an extraordinary surge in creators who are turning their passions into businesses. You leverage social media platforms and other digital outlets to share your unique content - engaging videos, enlightening podcasts, inspiring blogs, or mesmerizing digital art - with a global audience. The beauty of this industry is that it's not just about creating; it's about monetizing your creative capabilities as well, through channels like advertising revenue, brand collaborations, merchandise sales, and fan contributions.
However, dealing with the legal and administrative side of this business can give you a headache. It's a necessary part of running a successful digital creator business, but it's often complex and time-consuming. I am here to help you with launching your media company!
Grammy Winner, "Producer of the Year"
Walter Afanaiseff
Learn about the different types of business insurance, why they are necessary, and how to choose the right coverage for your business.
Understand the avenues for raising capital, learn how to pitch to investors, and explore the world of crowdfunding and venture capital.
Learn about protecting your business from threats both online and offline. We'll cover topics like cybersecurity & data protection.
Get familiar with cap tables, understand their importance in your business, and learn how to manage them effectively.
Dive into the nuances of forming agreements with partners, employees, and clients. Learn about the legal aspects and implications involved.
Learn effective business budgeting techniques, financial forecasting, and how to manage your cash flow to ensure your business stays profitable.
I will guide you through setting up business banking, managing transactions, and leveraging banking services for your business growth.
Understand different business structures, their pros and cons, and how to choose the right entity for your business.
I'm the guy who created dozens of successful media companies in my 30-year Hollywood career, and I understand that no two organizations are the same. Maybe you intend to create a small production companies with a handful of employees for a single project or a couple of projects. Or you want to build something huge and you need to prepare for hundreds of employees and potentially tens of millions of investment. In this class, I will share 15 key topics that I believe are essential to getting you on your way to launching your media company.
Appearance and Content Release
mNDA
Multi-Services Agreement
Creator, “Poker Face” Peacock
Lilla Zuckerman
Setting Up a Corporate Entity
Funding
The Capitalization Table
Budgeting Needs and Wants
Banking Set Up
Insurance
Business Security
Business Branding
Personnel
NDA and Vendor Agreements
What to Look for in a Contract
BONUS: Three contracts