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Content Creation Guide

Not sure what to post? This guide covers every type of content you can create at each stage of your project — even if you have minimal footage or are just starting out. Your fans are waiting.

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The Golden Rule of Creator Content

You do not need a finished product to start building an audience. The journey is the content. Fans connect with the process, the passion, and the people behind the project — not just the final result. Start sharing from day one, even if all you have is an idea and a notebook.

73%

of fans say BTS content makes them more likely to support a project

5x

more engagement on process content vs. polished announcements

2-3

posts per week is the sweet spot for sustained fan engagement

Stage 1Months before production

Pre-Production

You have an idea, a script, or early plans. You may not have any footage yet — and that's perfectly fine.

Key Insight
This is where most creators think they have nothing to share. In reality, pre-production content builds the deepest fan connections because people love being part of a journey from the very beginning.

Announcement

EasyEssential Impact

Introduce your project to the world. Share what it's about, why it matters to you, and what's coming.

Poster / Artwork

EasyHigh Impact

Share visual development: concept art, mood boards, character designs, logo reveals, or early poster drafts.

Director's Commentary

EasyHigh Impact

Share your creative vision, influences, and decision-making process. Let fans inside your head.

Countdown

EasyMedium Impact

Build anticipation with countdowns to key milestones: first day of shooting, casting announcements, or crowdfunding launches.

Script Awards & Competitions

EasyHigh Impact

Won a screenwriting competition? Been selected for a lab or development programme? These validate your project before a single frame is shot.

Casting Announcements

EasyEssential Impact

Every casting reveal is an engagement spike. Announce your lead, supporting cast, and cameos one at a time for maximum impact.

HODs & Key Crew Joining

EasyHigh Impact

Heads of Department and key crew bring credibility and their own audiences. Announce your DP, editor, composer, production designer, and more.

Location Scouting

EasyHigh Impact

Share the hunt for the perfect locations. Dramatic landscapes, moody interiors, and urban settings tell fans about the world of your project.

Table Read / Rehearsals

EasyHigh Impact

The table read is a milestone fans genuinely care about. It signals your project is real, the cast is committed, and production is imminent.

Funding Milestones

EasyHigh Impact

Share crowdfunding progress, grant awards, investor commitments, or tax credit approvals. Financial milestones prove momentum.

Camera & Equipment Tests

MediumMedium Impact

Share lens tests, camera comparisons, and technical prep. Filmmaking enthusiasts love gear content and it signals production readiness.

Wardrobe & Costume Design

MediumHigh Impact

Reveal character looks through costume design. Wardrobe content builds excitement about characters before fans see them in action.

Production Design & Set Build

MediumHigh Impact

Show sets being constructed, props being made, and worlds being built. The transformation from empty space to film set is endlessly fascinating.

Stage 2During active creation

Production

You're actively creating. This is content gold — every day on set or in the studio is a story waiting to be shared.

Important
Production is your richest content period. Capture everything, even if you don't post it immediately. Raw, unpolished BTS footage often outperforms slick marketing content because it feels real.

Behind the Scenes

EasyEssential Impact

The #1 content type for fan engagement. Show the real work: setups, rehearsals, breaks, problems, and solutions.

Cast Interview

MediumHigh Impact

Quick interviews, introductions, or candid moments with your cast and crew. Let fans meet the people.

Blooper Reel

EasyHigh Impact

Mistakes, laughs, and outtakes. Nothing humanizes a project like showing the fun side of making it.

Production Stills

EasyHigh Impact

High-quality or candid photos from set. These become your visual library for marketing.

Soundtrack

MediumMedium Impact

Share music, score snippets, or sound design elements. Audio content creates emotional connection.

First Day of Shooting

EasyEssential Impact

Day 1 is your campaign's biggest single-day engagement opportunity. The clapperboard photo, the 'We're rolling!' post — these moments create viral spikes.

Daily/Weekly Progress Updates

EasyHigh Impact

Regular production updates keep fans invested. Share what you shot, challenges you faced, and small victories along the way.

Wrap Day & Milestones

EasyEssential Impact

Wrapping production is a major milestone. Celebrate with your community — they've been on this journey with you.

Crew Spotlights

EasyMedium Impact

Feature individual crew members and their roles. Fans love meeting the people behind the camera and understanding what each department does.

Stage 3After principal photography

Post-Production

The project is being assembled. Share the craft of editing, VFX, color, sound, and the journey to a finished product.

Pro Tip
Post-production can feel quiet from the outside. Combat this by showing the transformation: before/after VFX, color grading comparisons, and the editing process. Fans love seeing raw footage become a polished product.

Teaser

MediumEssential Impact

Short, atmospheric clips that hint at the final product without revealing too much. Build mystery and anticipation.

VFX / Color Grading

AdvancedHigh Impact

Show the transformation from raw footage to finished look. Before/after comparisons are incredibly engaging.

Deleted Scene

EasyHigh Impact

Scenes that didn't make the final cut. Exclusive content that rewards dedicated fans.

Director's Commentary

MediumMedium Impact

Record commentary over scenes or the full film. Share your creative decisions and behind-the-curtain thinking.

Festival Submissions & Selections

EasyEssential Impact

Every festival submission is a milestone. Selections and laurels are powerful social proof that validates your project and excites fans.

Distribution Deals & Sales Agent News

EasyHigh Impact

Announcing distribution deals, sales agent signings, or platform acquisitions signals that industry professionals believe in your project.

Press & Media Coverage

EasyHigh Impact

Share press mentions, interviews, features, and reviews. Media coverage amplifies your reach and adds credibility.

Test Screenings & Audience Feedback

MediumHigh Impact

Share the experience of showing your work to audiences for the first time. Reactions, feedback, and the emotional journey of letting go.

Stage 4Launch window

Release & Launch

Your project is ready for the world. Maximize impact with strategic content that drives awareness and action.

Important
The release window is when your fan army matters most. Every share, every click, every piece of engagement sends a signal to distributors, algorithms, and potential new fans. Mobilize your community.

Trailer

AdvancedEssential Impact

Your flagship marketing asset. The trailer is what converts curious browsers into committed fans.

Premiere / Event

MediumHigh Impact

Document premieres, screenings, festivals, and launch events. Bring fans who can't attend into the experience.

Review / Reaction

EasyHigh Impact

Share reviews, audience reactions, and critical reception. Let the world's response amplify your reach.

Challenge

MediumHigh Impact

Create fan challenges that encourage sharing and participation. Gamify your launch.

Stage 5Post-release & beyond

Ongoing Engagement

The project is out. Keep your community alive with continued content that rewards loyalty and builds toward what's next.

Key Insight
The biggest mistake creators make is going silent after release. Your most engaged fans want to stay connected. Keep the conversation going — it builds the audience for your next project.

Fan Shoutout

EasyHigh Impact

Recognize and celebrate your most passionate fans. Public appreciation builds loyalty and encourages others.

Q&A

EasyMedium Impact

Answer fan questions about the project, your process, or what's next. Direct interaction builds deep connection.

Cross-Promotion

EasyMedium Impact

Collaborate with other creators, share related projects, and build community beyond your own work.

Milestone Updates

EasyHigh Impact

Celebrate achievements with your community. Every milestone is a chance to re-engage fans.

Sample Content Calendar

Here's what a week of content might look like at different stages. Adapt to your pace and capacity.

Pre-Production Week

MonScript competition win or development lab acceptance
TueCasting announcement — reveal one actor with character tease
WedHOD joining: DP/composer/designer announcement with past work
ThuLocation scouting photos with 'guess where we're filming'
FriTable read group photo or rehearsal teaser

Production Week

MonBTS video from the weekend shoot + crew spotlight
TueQuick cast interview between takes (30 seconds)
WedWeekly progress update: 'X scenes in the can, Y to go'
ThuProduction still or dramatic set photo
FriBlooper reel or candid moment from the week
SatWrap day celebration or milestone reached

Post-Production Week

MonBefore/after VFX or color grading comparison
TueComposer recording session or soundtrack teaser
WedFestival submission update or test screening reaction
ThuDirector's commentary on a creative decision
FriTeaser clip or atmospheric mood piece

Release Week

MonFinal countdown + trailer drop
TueFan challenge launch with referral incentive
WedPremiere/screening live updates
ThuAudience reactions + review highlights
FriThank you post + fan shoutouts

"I Have Nothing to Post"

Every creator hits this wall. Here are content ideas that require zero footage, zero budget, and minimal time:

Share a photo of your workspace or writing setup
Post a quote that captures your project's theme
Ask fans a question related to your genre
Share a song that matches your project's mood
Post a 'this day in history' related to your subject
Share what you're reading/watching for research
Write about a challenge you're facing and how you're solving it
Post a poll: let fans vote on a creative decision
Share a throwback to when the idea first started
Celebrate a small win — even tiny progress counts
Announce a script competition entry or result
Share a mood board or Pinterest board for your project
Post about a film/show that inspired your story
Share the book or article that sparked the idea
Write about a character without spoiling the plot
Post a photo of your script (redacted for spoilers)
Share a location you walked past that reminded you of a scene
Talk about a creative decision you're wrestling with
Share a production meeting selfie or video call screenshot
Post about a crew member you're excited to work with (no name yet? tease the role)
Share your project's colour palette or visual references
Ask fans what genre they think your project is based on the poster
Post a 'day in the life' during pre-production
Share a rejection letter and what you learned (vulnerability builds connection)
Celebrate another creator's win and tag them
Post a countdown to any upcoming milestone

Ready to Start Creating?

Use the content type selector when creating posts to label your content. Fans can see what type of content you're sharing, and you'll build a rich, diverse campaign feed.

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