Indie Filmmakers Series – Episode 6

INDIE FILMMAKER SERIES – EPISODE 6
INDIE DISTRIBUTION:What are your options?

Made a film? Now get it seen—master the art of indie distribution and land your deal! Indierights.com is here to help you through the proccess!

1. 🎟️ Film Festivals Get noticed by distributors, critics, and audiences. Great for building buzz and landing deals.
2. 🌐 Streaming Platforms Submit to platforms like Netflix, Amazon, or niche streamers via aggregators or reps.
3. 🤝 Sales Agents They shop your film to distributors worldwide—especially helpful for international reach.
4. 🚀 Self-Distribution Use tools like Vimeo On Demand, YouTube, or your own site to sell/rent your film directly.
5. 🏷️ Indie Distributors Pitch directly to boutique distributors who specialize in independent films.

Bonus Tip 💡: Have a killer trailer, press kit, and festival strategy to increase your chances of success.

LINDA NELSON BIO

Linda Nelson began her career as an international investment banker, IT executive an entertainment real estate developer.  After meeting Michael Madison, she pivoted into the movie business finally realizing her artistic potential.   As an Executive Producer on NSYNC, she quickly realized that she was interested in being more “hands on” and was the DP for her next film, SHIFTED.  As a Producer on DELIVERED she was finally able to gain experience in all aspects of the financing, development, production and distribution phases of moviemaking.  In 2007, she co-founded Indie Rights with Michael Madison and has been active in distribution every since. Indie Rights now has a diverse catalog of more than 1,200 films and exhibits annually at Cannes and AFM.  The company enjoys direct relationships with all major streaming platforms.

MICHAEL MADISON BIO

Michael Madison started his entertainment career as Executive Producer and Distributor of the Giant Screen/IMAX film NSYNC BIGGER THAN LIVE.  Michael then  Directed and starred in the next two Nelson Madison Films features, SHIFTED and DELIVERED.   On top of his directing, editing and acting talent, his social media savvy has helped build substantial audiences for many Indie Rights movies.  Currently, Michael is busy developing his next film, LA PI. He is involved with all aspects of the distribution process for Indie Rights.  

Michael is a graduate of Texas Tech University, Playhouse West Alumni and a member of the Screen Actors Guild.