P5

Basic Business Summary

This business is named Killer Productions. It is a production company, designed to fund low-level filmmakers and give them the tools necessary to create the films of their dreams. The funding will be sourced from well known outside producers who are seeking the next generation of hollywood talent.
                                                                                                                                               

Overall Aim and Intention:

My intention with creating this business is to create opportunities for young filmmakers such as myself, to get the resources they need to create the films they want to. This business venture is designed not just for it's potential members but also as a financial lifeline for myself.

1.1 Business summary:

     

This business is designed to offer new and upcoming filmmakers the budget and opportunities to make the films they want to make.

1.2 Business aims:

     

The aim of the business is to be funded by successful industry filmmakers and production companies.

     

Elevator Pitch

                                                                                                                                               

1.4 Your business name:

     

Killer Productions.

1.5 Strapline:

     

‘Can’t afford it, we can’

1.6 Elevator pitch:

     

“The best low-level filmmakers don’t have money, but we can support them, and create the future of Hollywood. We can benefit the future of our industry, as many young filmmakers may not have the resources they need."

Owner’s background

                                                                                                                                               

2.1 Why do you want to run your own business?

     

I want to run a business because it will generate income for my livelihood. It will allow me to pay my bills but also pursue other elements of life.

2.2 Previous work experience:

     

I’ve worked part time at Waitrose for approximately seven months.

2.3 Qualifications and education:

     

GCSE’s

-        Maths (C)

-        English (C)

-        Film Studies (A)

-        Religious Education (D)

Level 2 Diploma in Media Studies – D*

AS Film Studies – C

Level 3 Diploma in Media Studies - D

2.4 Hobbies and interests:

     

Filmmaking, gym work, poker, video editing.0

Products and services

                                                                                                                                               

3.1 What are you going to sell?

We are going to sell a service.

3.2 Describe the basic product/service you are going to sell:

     

We are going to fund low-level filmmakers with the equipment and locations they desire for their films.

3.3 Describe the different types of product/service you are going to be selling:

     

Filmmakers who take part in our system will pay for a membership, this membership will provide them with the ability to use our company’s resources for their films.

3.4 If you are not going to sell all your products/services at the start of your business, explain why not and when you will start selling them:

     

We will need to build up money and resources from providers in the industry. Many top level filmmakers have supported the idea of a company that supports the next generation of filmmakers, that may not have many resources to start with.

The market

                                                                                                                                               

4.1 Are your customers?

Individuals.

4.2 Describe your typical customer:

     

A young female director who cannot obtain the necessary funds to pay for locations or cast.

4.3 Where are your customers based?

     

The company will be UK based from the beginning, but this may evolve overtime.

4.4 What prompts your customers to buy your product/service?

     

The resources our customers can receive if they pay their membership fees are rather endless, this may be equipment, cast or locations.

Operations and logistics

                                                                                                                                               

8.1 Delivery to customers:

     

Members are able to collect equipment at chosen production studios around the UK, these resources will be more obtainable as time goes on and the business grows and builds new production studios.

8.2 Payment methods and terms:

     

Members are charged £50 a month to use the service on their chosen credit/debit card. Users are also allowed to pay through other verified services such as pay-pal.

Back-up Plan

                                                                                                                                               

     

If I am unable to start my business, or have to shut it down, I will pursue either an internship in media or a university placement.