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How to Attract Celebrities to Your Documentary Film

Introduction

Overview

Step 1 – Put Your Best Face Forward

Know Your Target Audience
Utilize Social Media
Design Your Website
Bonus Points

Step 2 – Prepare to Connect

Research the World of Celebrity Giving
Be Specific, But Flexible
Draft Your Query Letter

Step 3 – Make Contact

Contact the Manager
Follow Up with the Manager's Assistant
Make Your Request Early
Offer Something In Return

Step 4 – Foster A Relationship

Follow Up
Make Your Cause Come To Life

Step 5 – Make A Deal

Know Your Budget
Negotiate with the Big Hollywood Attorney
Sign and Execute the Contract

Step 6 – Work Out The Logistics

Think Outside the Box

Step 7 – On Set with a Celebrity

Three Tips for a Successful Shoot

Step 8 – Following Up

Invest in the Relationship
Run the Fine Cut by the Celebrity Manager

Step 9 – Promoting Your Film

Add your Celeb to your Publicity Materials
Know When to Ask your Celeb to Participate in Press and Promotions

Step 10 – Stay In Touch

Say Thank You

Conclusion

Review & Recap

BONUS CONTENT: Celebrity Query Letters

Sample Narrator Query Letter
Sample Interview Query Letter

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