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The Beginner’s Guide to Soft Money Financing
Learn how to leverage incentives, film funds, and more to finance your next project. You’ve got the vision, now it’s time to start financing your project. One of the first ways to secure your funding is through something called “soft money.” Soft money is an umbrella term encompassing a variety of different funding options…
NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) Opens Doors for Independent Filmmakers and Creators
Learn how Larry Laboe and the team at NFMLA are helping filmmakers and creators of all backgrounds succeed in the challenging world of Hollywood. Question marks linger for filmmakers following the months-long Hollywood labor disputes of 2023. Despite resolutions across the board, including successful negotiations in 2024…
UK Independent Film Tax Credit (IFTC) Approved: Key Updates for Producers
The UK government has passed the new Independent Film Tax Credit (IFTC) into law, providing welcome clarity on the qualifying criteria and director/scriptwriter conditions. On October 9, 2024 the UK government formally passed the Statutory Instrument finalising and bringing into law in full the Independent Film Tax…
6 Ways Film and TV Producers Can Benefit from Filming in Canada
Learn why Canada’s recent production infrastructure and tax incentive changes offer big benefits to local and international producers. Thanks to favorable tax incentive programs, diverse landscapes, and robust infrastructure supported by a skilled workforce, Canada has been a top film and television production destination…
APPLY NOW: Women In Film (WIF) Fellowship Programs
In an industry where diverse voices have historically been sidelined, Women in Film (WIF) is reshaping the narrative, championing diversity, and breaking down barriers to create a more inclusive production culture. WIF works tirelessly to advance the careers of women, nonbinary, and trans people, providing them with…

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Mentor Program
Looking to find or become a mentor? Sign up for the Community mentorship program and expand your network today! Find additional opportunities for upskilling and career advancement by connecting with skilled, experienced production professionals. Or share your time with students and those new to the industry to help support…
Looking for work? Post your resume to your career profile!
Are you open to work or actively looking for a new job? Posting your resume on the Production Lot can increase the chances of a hiring manager finding you! Here are some FAQs about attaching your resume to your career profile. How do I add my resume to my profile? On your profile landing page, scroll down to…
Welcome to the Production Lot: New member quick start guide.
Welcome to the Production Lot! This community is a central hub to ask questions, find answers, promote your work, share feedback and offer tips to your industry colleagues. We're excited to have you here and want you to get the most out of every minute you spend with us. Here's a quick-guide to get you started: 🚀 Become a…
Lioness Season 2 Streaming Now
Lioness starring Zoe Saldana, Nicole Kidman, and Morgan Freeman is back for season 2 on Paramount+. Leave a comment if you worked on this series!
APPLY NOW: Women In Film (WIF) Fellowship Programs
In an industry where diverse voices have historically been sidelined, Women in Film (WIF) is reshaping the narrative, championing diversity, and breaking down barriers to create a more inclusive production culture. WIF works tirelessly to advance the careers of women, nonbinary, and trans people, providing them with…

California - The Comeback Kid?
Not everyone’s thrilled with the press these days, (yes I’m talking to you LA TIMES, the WASHINGTON POST) but they can still be our voice (and sometimes, a megaphone). Honored to be quoted again in The New York Times and to be part of the conversation as California makes a strong push to reclaim its glory as the HUB for…
APPLY NOW: Women In Film (WIF) Fellowship Programs
In an industry where diverse voices have historically been sidelined, Women in Film (WIF) is reshaping the narrative, championing diversity, and breaking down barriers to create a more inclusive production culture. WIF works tirelessly to advance the careers of women, nonbinary, and trans people, providing them with…
Lioness Season 2 Streaming Now
Lioness starring Zoe Saldana, Nicole Kidman, and Morgan Freeman is back for season 2 on Paramount+. Leave a comment if you worked on this series!

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Welcome to the Production Lot: New member quick start guide.
Welcome to the Production Lot! This community is a central hub to ask questions, find answers, promote your work, share feedback and offer tips to your industry colleagues. We're excited to have you here and want you to get the most out of every minute you spend with us. Here's a quick-guide to get you started: 🚀 Become a…
The Filmmaker’s Guide to Equity Financing and Compliance
Get answers to common questions about equity financing and what corporate compliance responsibilities independent producers must fulfill. Independent producers most times rely on outside financing—from equity investors, crowdfunding platforms, non-profits, and even friends and family—to fund projects. I recently wrote a…
3 Easy Ways to Make Connections on Production Lot
Looking to grow your network and make personal connections with other production pros? You've landed in the right spot! Here are three simple strategies to help you connect with other members of the community and start fostering meaningful relationships. 1. Send a private message Is there a fellow community member you want…
Start a new discussion or join a conversation.
Welcome to the Production Lot – now that you’re here, it’s time to start sharing your ideas, commenting, and connecting with fellow members! Let's quickly review how to start posting. There are four types of posts you can create on the Production Lot: Discussions, Polls, and Questions. These post types are slightly…

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Stephen Lacombe is an aspiring producer with an extensive background in television and film production, currently based in New York City. Stephen's passion for storytelling has been the driving force behind his journey in the industry. His expertise lies in coordinating logistics, managing production assets, and providing support to creative teams.

Stephen Lacombe

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