Creating a detailed line-item budget for your film constitutes a pivotal initial phase in its development. Are you navigating your first feature and uncertain about determining rates and accounting for various film expenses? 

This is not your average guide. We understand the challenges firsthand. Our line-budget breakdown not only outlines typical departmental costs but also transparently outlines the actual costs of our first feature film with a budget of 50K. 

Our guide will cover the following:

• all budgets from pre-production, production, & post-production

• how to make informed and strategic negotiations

• where to invest your money most

• who to invest your money with the most

• how to DIY in various production tasks and save costs

• recommended platforms and tools we used for locations, legal, post-production, & more!

Our aim with this guide is to inspire confidence rather than anxiety, demonstrating the feasibility of producing a feature film on a modest budget. We hope filling in the gaps with our personal experience and approach will get you started on the right path to planning your feature film!