Film financing entails a diverse array of methods by which funds can be raised to support an independent film endeavor. Financial support can derive from various sources, such as personal investments by the filmmaker, major studios, private investors, and independent financiers.

In this exclusive webinar interview, Joel Edwards will share essential insights into the steps needed to secure funding for your film project. Whether you're an emerging filmmaker or a seasoned creative, you'll gain practical knowledge to help bring your vision from script to screen.

Meet Joel Edwards

Six-Time Emmy® Award-winning Executive Producer and Founder of Evolve Studios®, Joel Edwards has spent over two decades at the intersection of artistry, entrepreneurship, and purposeful storytelling. Since founding the studio in 2010, Joel has led Evolve to become one of the industry’s quietly influential creative forces—producing original feature films, docuseries, branded content, commercials, and experimental media for platforms like Disney, Netflix, National Geographic, and ESPN.

Raised in Los Angeles, Joel began his career at 18, working with ESPN and FOX Sports before starting his own production company. He taught himself every aspect of production and at age 26, he became one of the youngest individuals ever to win a National Emmy Award. Since, his work has earned over 50 nominations and multiple wins from the Television Academy and other major honors.

Joel’s journey is defined by craftsmanship, instincts, and a passion for using film to explore the human experience. Today, he leads Evolve across three core verticals: original content development, premium production services, and branded storytelling. His focus remains the same—to create meaningful, visually-driven stories with integrity, intention, and lasting emotional impact.

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Script to Screen: Film Financing Insights with Joel Edwards

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