Indie Made: A Practical Workbook for Emerging Filmmakers

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As Mentioned on Onset Talks!

Indie Made: A Practical Workbook for Emerging Filmmakers is your companion for navigating your independent film journey, from concept to completion. Built for creators who wear multiple hats, this workbook breaks down the essentials of indie production into ten approachable chapters, helping you organize your vision, manage your team, and bring your story to life without the overwhelm.

Created by director and producer Shania Banton, this guide combines real-world experience with actionable tools to help you bridge creativity and structure—whether you’re gearing up for your first short or refining your feature workflow.


Download your copy today for only $9.99 and start building your next film with clarity, confidence, and creative flow.

As Mentioned on Onset Talks!

Indie Made: A Practical Workbook for Emerging Filmmakers is your companion for navigating your independent film journey, from concept to completion. Built for creators who wear multiple hats, this workbook breaks down the essentials of indie production into ten approachable chapters, helping you organize your vision, manage your team, and bring your story to life without the overwhelm.

Created by director and producer Shania Banton, this guide combines real-world experience with actionable tools to help you bridge creativity and structure—whether you’re gearing up for your first short or refining your feature workflow.


Download your copy today for only $9.99 and start building your next film with clarity, confidence, and creative flow.

What’s Inside

INDIE MADE: A Practical Workbook for Emerging Filmmakers

A Creative Guide for Filmmakers Ready to Lead, Create, and Grow With Intention.

You don’t need a Hollywood budget to become a powerful filmmaker. You need clarity, intention, and the right guidance.
And that’s exactly what INDIE MADE gives you.

Created by filmmaker and creative mentor Shania “Just Shania” Banton, this digital workbook is a deep, actionable guide designed for emerging filmmakers who want to build their voice, sharpen their craft, and confidently bring their stories to life—no matter their budget or experience level.

Whether you’ve never stepped on set or you’ve made a few small projects, this workbook meets you where you are and elevates your understanding of the filmmaking process from the inside out.

INDIE MADE has 10 chapters that teaches you:

How to direct actors authentically
How to build a healthy set culture
How to plan, prep, and shoot with confidence
How to navigate post-production without overwhelm
How to build a strategic festival plan that actually matters
How to think like both an artist and a business

AND MORE!

You’ll also work through hands-on exercises, scene-analysis tools, and project-mapping prompts that help you deepen your craft as you learn.

This is more than a workbook.
It’s a mirror, a mentor, a guidebook, and a strategy tool—built for independent filmmakers who are ready to stop winging it and start leading with purpose.

Perfect For:

  • New filmmakers who feel overwhelmed by the industry

  • Directors preparing for their first short film

  • Writers transitioning into directing

  • Creatives who want to strengthen their leadership

  • Indie filmmakers looking for structure, clarity, and confidence

What You’ll Walk Away With:

✔ A clear sense of your artistic identity
✔ A stronger understanding of directing actors
✔ A practical approach to shooting and prep
✔ A sustainable, honest festival strategy
✔ Real-world examples explained through an indie lens
✔ A project roadmap you can use again and again

Format:

Digital PDF — instantly downloadable after purchase.

🎥 Download your copy today for only $9.99 and start building your next film with confidence, strategy, and creative flow.