WIFVNE & WIFT-US Present: Line Producers

Line Producers

Everything you need to know about what they do and picking the right one for your project

WIFVNE and WIFT-US members attend for free!

Topics to be discussed include:

• Why do you need a Line Producer
• What are the responsibilities of a Line Producer, and what is their role on set
• When should filmmakers hire a Line Producer
• How to find the right Line Producer for your project
• How much do you pay a Line Producer

BD Gunnell is an independent feature film producer with over a decade of experience in the film industry. Starting as a makeup artist, she transitioned into producing, honing her skills in budgeting, scheduling, and financing. She has produced several films, including "Almost Paris," which was accepted into the Tribeca Film Festival and directed by Domenica Cameron-Scorsese, and has worked with notable talent such as Mel Gibson, Bruce Willis, Sean Astin, Judd Hirsch, Carol Kane, Michael Shannon, and Kate Hudson. Ms. Gunnell is dedicated to producing films that not only entertain but also have a positive impact on the world by connecting her projects to nonprofits and donating a portion of the proceeds to support their causes. She is a member of the Producers Guild and Vice President of Professional Members - The Producer's Union. With a passion for supporting women and under-represented voices in film, she also hosts a weekly clubhouse to discuss best practices for future filmmakers and plans to launch a podcast in 2023 to talk with others' who share the same vision of changing the paradigm of Hollywood by creating impactful and meaningful stories.

Conversation moderated by WIFVNE Board President Sharon Contillo.