Music Composing in Indie Filmmaking with James Covell

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Indie Filmmaking: Truth & Reality

Jeff Deverett

30 episodes

2 days ago

Film school taught you how to make a movie—this show teaches you how to get it financed and distributed. In bite-sized 30-minute episodes, filmmaker and distribution expert Jeff Deverett gives you the real-world advice film schools leave out. From raising money to getting your movie on screens (and making your money back), Indie Filmmaking: Truth & Reality breaks down the business side of indie film with practical, honest guidance. No fluff. No sugar-coating. Just the truth—and the reality—of what it takes to get your film made and seen.

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Music Composing in Indie Filmmaking with James Covell

Indie Filmmaking: Truth & Reality

31 minutes

4 months ago

Music Composing in Indie Filmmaking with James Covell

In this episode of Indie Filmmaking with Jeff Deverett, Jeff is joined by special guest James Covell, a veteran film composer, to pull back the curtain on the role of music in indie film.James and Jeff share their first-hand experiences — from choosing the perfect score to match your story’s mood, to navigating the pros, cons, and reality of scoring a small-budget film.Topics covered in this episode:

The creative process of composing for film
Why choosing the right piece of music can make or break a scene
Tips for working with a composer on a tight budget
Cost-effective alternatives, from needle drops to production libraries
The most efficient ways to find or license music when resources are limited

Whether you’re a filmmaker on a shoestring budget or just want a better understanding of how music plays a key role in cinematic storytelling, this episode is filled with insightful, actionable advice.