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Mike Rekola

A proven Executive Producer who writes about filmmaking, self-discovery, music, & Manchester United. Husband • Father • Stokelord. (he/him)

Unlocking Revenue Streams: Sales and Distribution Deals for Filmmakers

May 31, 2023

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3 min read

Unlocking Revenue Streams: Sales and Distribution Deals for Filmmakers

The key to a successful film business is not just in making a great movie, but also in knowing how to maximize revenue streams through sales and distribution deals.

Mike Rekola
Mike Rekola
The Different Stages of Post-Production: A Comprehensive Guide

May 28, 2023

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4 min read

The Different Stages of Post-Production: A Comprehensive Guide

It's important to understand the different stages of post-production and what each one entails.

Mike Rekola
Mike Rekola
The Art of Location Scouting: Finding the Perfect Setting for Your Indie Film

May 24, 2023

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4 min read

The Art of Location Scouting: Finding the Perfect Setting for Your Indie Film

The location of a film can make or break its authenticity.

Mike Rekola
Mike Rekola
Leading a Production Team on a Limited Budget

May 21, 2023

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4 min read

Leading a Production Team on a Limited Budget

Making a film on a shoestring budget is not impossible, but it's not easy.

Mike Rekola
Mike Rekola
The Power of Sound: Understanding the Importance of Sound Mixing and Mastering in Post-Production

May 17, 2023

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3 min read

The Power of Sound: Understanding the Importance of Sound Mixing and Mastering in Post-Production

In filmmaking, sound is half of the experience.

Mike Rekola
Mike Rekola
The Power of Film Markets in Selling Your Indie Film

May 14, 2023

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4 min read

The Power of Film Markets in Selling Your Indie Film

With the right approach to film markets, your passion project can find success.

Mike Rekola
Mike Rekola
The Power of Partnerships: Why Use Them in Filmmaking

May 10, 2023

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4 min read

The Power of Partnerships: Why Use Them in Filmmaking

Why a Filmmaker Might Choose a General Partnership When Producing Their Feature Film

Mike Rekola
Mike Rekola

The Producer's Vault

Mastering Script Revisions: Tips for Indie Producers

May 3, 2023

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3 min read

Mastering Script Revisions: Tips for Indie Producers

As an indie producer, knowing how to give effective notes and ask for revisions is critical to bringing your vision to the screen.

Mike Rekola
Mike Rekola

The Producer's Vault

Mastering Pre-Production: The Importance of Breakdown Sheets (w/ Example)

May 2, 2023

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3 min read

Mastering Pre-Production: The Importance of Breakdown Sheets (w/ Example)

The key to a successful film is not only in the direction and acting but in the details you plan before the camera starts rolling.

Mike Rekola
Mike Rekola

The Producer's Vault

Launching a Film Production Company? Here's the Necessary Documents.

Apr 14, 2023

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3 min read

Launching a Film Production Company? Here's the Necessary Documents.

Ready to launch your film production company? Make sure you have these documents.

Mike Rekola
Mike Rekola

The Elements of Producing

Short blurbs on the style of producing and self-discovery to help you make great films, all from Executive Producer— Mike Rekola.

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