Jay Ward

Heard the city of LA's Summit about fixing the film business didn't go well. Lots of word salad, not a lot of solutions. Here are some easy fixes that will help us in CA pivot towards the future without costing a dime, California Film Commission: Remove the barriers to entry. Right now filmmakers need 60% of thier budget banked before applying. This means any project debt financing first money in can't apply. Any project that hasn't cash-flowed over half of their budget can't even apply. This is virtually every Indie production that isn't backed by a hedgefund or large angel investor. Create a new tier for Low Budget work: under 2 million dollars. Let the Studio movies come in and gobble up the 3+ million funds with a handful of projects. Keep your studio bosses happy, while providing a platform for new voices, new business models, and true film differeniation. Open up Tax Credit qualificaition to ATL workers. This might chase away the George Clooney's of the world, but celebrity isn't what it once was. Now the star is the film itself, the brand, the IP. Have more hits shot in CA, and the needle will move.

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The Major Tones the debut feature of of #IngridPokropek will will be part of the Ibero American Jury Competition at the SIFF 2024. SIFF 2024 #IberoAmerican #cinema is nurtured by #diversity, unique histories, and a rich #tradition of #storytelling. Allow the #powerful ##documentaries and works of fiction in this program to ignite your #emotions and #expand your #imagination.

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Looking forward to the meetup and sharing my insight into advanced production planing and techniques such as cinematography, Virtual production and post VFX . And for those planing and developing feature films, explaining the process that is now becoming the standard creating very detailed production blue prints , feature quality Proof of concept reels that the media financiers and sales and distribution groups now require. All this is now accessible to the SD Media pro community. and probably the most important topic of discussion the shift to the new Social media 3.0 conversion incorporating Blockchain technology and media content distribution.

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As Productions Move Abroad, California Gears Up to Battle Film and TV Exodus – The Gloves Are Coming Off! California’s film and TV production game might be down, but it’s far from out! As productions flirt with international locations, the Golden State is ready to throw some heavyweight punches to keep the magic of Hollywood alive. With a powerful combination of tax credits, infrastructure investment, and a homegrown talent pool that’s second to none, California is suiting up to go toe-to-toe with global competitors. Sure, cheaper locations and irresistible international incentives have been stealing the spotlight. But here’s the plot twist: California isn’t just sitting on the sidelines. We’re rolling up our sleeves, ready to “rumble”. The goal? To remind the world that Hollywood is still the undisputed champion of content creation—no matter how far production tries to wander. The future of film in California? Bright, bold, and absolutely worth watching. https://lnkd.in/grDAwWZ3 Entertainment Partners California Film Commission FilmLA Motion Picture Association

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📺 **The Evolution of Kids’ Content in Streaming**   In the past two decades, the world of kids' content has undergone a dramatic shift. According to Olivia Deane from Ampere Analysis, children's access to media surged during the first "on-demand" era (2004-2014), with streaming platforms investing heavily in kids' content to meet growing demand. This era, referred to as the "OTT golden years," saw kids' content rise in priority for streamers, competing with top genres like documentaries and reality shows. 📈 **The Rise and Saturation of Kids’ Content**   The market for kids' content nearly doubled between 2020 and 2022, reaching a saturation point by 2024. With a staggering amount of kids' content available, streamers faced a slowdown in new commissions. However, kids' and family content remained vital to reducing churn, even as the number of new commissions dropped 12% in 2023 and a further 5% in 2024. 👧 **Kids’ Content Still Holds Power**   Even though the market is crowded, children's content continues to play a key role in audience retention. According to Deane, kids and family shows were the second most popular genre in late 2023 on platforms like Netflix, indicating their importance in subscription behavior, even if they don’t directly drive new subscriptions like sports content. 🎮 **Opportunities for Creators**   Despite the downturn in new commissions, public broadcasters are still investing in popular kids' content. Deane highlighted success stories like the French studio Ankama’s "Wakfu" and YouTube's "Lukas the Spider," proving that creators who explore alternative funding models and engage with popular brands can still thrive in this competitive market. #TV #streaming #svod #kids

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