The Film Finance Intensive

We walk you through every step — from script to capital stack to investor-ready package. In 6 weeks, you leave with a finance-ready feature film. 12 seats per cohort. 6 cohorts per year. Application required.

6 Weeks. We Build It With You.

Each week tracks a module from Film Finance Fundamentals — but instead of learning alone, you build alongside Carmelo. Every framework gets applied to your project. Every template gets filled in for your deal. By Week 6, you walk out with a complete, investor-ready financing package for your feature film.

Week 1

Your Project Audit

We assess your script, budget, team, and market position to identify your deal’s strengths and gaps.

Week 2

Capital Stack Design

Build the equity, tax credit, and lending layers specific to your project, state, and budget.

Week 3

Investor Materials

Create the pitch deck, financial model, and one-pager that investors and their CPAs want to see.

Week 4

Legal Framework

Entity structure, PPM outline, Reg D compliance, chain of title — the legal skeleton of your deal.

Week 5

Live Deal Review

Carmelo reviews your complete deal package and provides direct feedback, just like a real investor would.

Week 6

The Investor Meeting

Roleplay and refine your investor pitch. Walk out ready to take your first meeting.

More Than a Course. A Complete Program.

6 Live Group Sessions
1:1 Deal Review With Carmelo (30 min)
Full Course Access (Film Finance Fundamentals)
Private Cohort Community
Complete Template Library
30-Day Post-Program Office Hours
Strategic Introductions (Producers, Service Providers)
Financing Consideration by Act One Media

Application Required. This Isn’t for Everyone.

We keep cohorts small and curated so Carmelo can give real attention to every project. You apply. We review. If your project is at the right stage, you’re in.

This Is For You If...

  • You have a script or project in active development
  • You’re serious about raising real capital — not “someday”
  • You want guided, hands-on deal building — not just theory
  • You’re ready to commit to 6 weeks of structured work
  • You want to walk out with a financing package, not just knowledge

This Is NOT For You If...

  • You’re looking for a quick crowdfunding hack
  • You don’t have a project or idea yet (start with the course)
  • You want someone to do all the work for you
  • You’re not willing to engage with the financial side

Two Ways to Get Started

Founding Cohort Pricing — Limited to First Two Cohorts

Payment Plan

3 × $699 3 × $549

Three monthly installments.

Apply for the Founding Cohort

12 seats per cohort. 6 cohorts per year. Application required — we review within 48 hours. First cohort begins Fall 2026.

From Education to Execution

The Intensive is not just education — it is a pipeline. Throughout the program, participants receive strategic introductions to producers, sales agents, and service providers in Act One Media’s network. Graduates who demonstrate a well-structured, market-viable project may be considered for financing through Act One Media on a case-by-case basis. This is not a guarantee — it is a natural extension of the work. If you build a deal that meets institutional-grade standards during the program, Act One Media is positioned to evaluate it as a potential investment opportunity.

Financing consideration is at Act One Media’s sole discretion and subject to project viability, deal structure, and available capital. Enrollment does not guarantee financing.

12 Seats. 6 Cohorts a Year. Your Film’s Financing Plan — Built Live.

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