Intro to Producing: "All" The Roles

Presented by Mezcla Media Collective + Rm. 19 Productions What does a producer actually do? And what should you expect when you take on—or hire—a producer? Kick off our multi-part Producer Series with an accessible, macro-level introduction to the many roles that fall under the umbrella of “producer.” We’ll break down the different types of producers, what their general responsibilities look like, and how producing can support a film from development through distribution. This session is designed to give filmmakers and producers a shared framework for understanding roles, responsibilities, boundaries, and expectations—before you find yourself in the middle of production trying to figure it out. Examples of what we’ll cover: The many types of producers—and what they generally do Understanding scope, responsibilities, and capacity When to reassess or walk away from a producing role How to approach a realignment conversation The questions you should be asking before saying yes Come for the producer breakdown, stay for the conversation— light breakfast pastries + a box of Joe will be provided. This is Part 1 of a multi-part series exploring the ins-and-outs of producing independent film.