Film & Business with Rosa Camero

🎬 Episode 24 – 5 Mindset Habits to Help Filmmakers Stay Consistent and Succeed In the Film and Business Season 3 finale, Rosa Camero, film producer, CEO, and founder of Ramiro AI, shares the five mindset habits every filmmaker needs to stay grounded, confident, and moving forward — no matter what’s happening in their career. We talk about: 🧘🏾‍♀️ Affirmations — rewiring fear into confidence 🙏🏾...

Episode 23 – How to Navigate AFM, Cannes, or Berlinale Like a Pro In this episode of Film and Business , film producer Rosa Camero , founder of Ramiro AI , shares how to make the most of international film markets like AFM, Cannes, and Berlinale — from preparation to follow-up. If you’re planning to attend a market to sell your film, meet distributors, or find co-producers, this episode will help...

🎬 In this episode of Film and Business , I talk with award-winning actress, writer, and producer Valeria Sweet about what it really means to create your own path in film. We dive into how she built her career across acting and producing, the power of taking control of your opportunities, and how to balance creativity with business. Valeria also shares her experience bringing her own stories to li...

🎬 Maria Ibrahimova on Women in Film and International Co-Productions In this episode of the Film & Business Podcast , I sit down with Maria Ibrahimova , an Azerbaijani-American filmmaker and producer whose work has crossed borders and inspired audiences worldwide. We talk about how to navigate international co-productions , what makes a project attractive to global partners, and how women are...

🎙️ Episode 20 – Building a Global Movement for Female Filmmakers with Liza Van Der Smissen In this episode of Film & Business , I sit down with Liza Van Der Smissen — actress, producer, and co-founder of the Female Film Club , a global members’ club for female filmmakers that has been featured multiple times in Variety . We talk about Liza’s journey from acting to producing and community-build...

Yes She Cannes! Faith Elizabeth on Resilience, Filmmaking, and Women in Film In Episode 19 of the Film and Business Podcast , Rosa Camero — film producer and CEO & Founder of Ramiro AI — sits down with actress, filmmaker, producer, and advocate Faith Elizabeth . Faith shares her powerful journey from acting on stage as a child, to overcoming personal and health challenges, to creating her own...

Simple First Steps to Use AI in Your Film Workflow In this episode of Film and Business , I share how filmmakers can start using AI without feeling overwhelmed. If you’ve never used AI before, or only a little, this episode is your crash course to get started. We cover:  ✅ Why you don’t need to be a prompting expert.  ✅ How to use ChatGPT and Ramiro AI together in your film workflow.  ✅ Simple...

🎬 Episode 17 – Distribution 101 for Dummies In this episode of the Film and Business Podcast, I break down the basics of film distribution. If you’ve ever asked yourself “What is distribution, and where do I even start?” — this episode is for you. We cover:  ✅ What distribution really means (and why it’s not just “selling your film”)  ✅ The first steps to take when planning your release  ✅ Dif...

🎬 Episode 16 – Let’s Talk About Promotions and Collaborations in Films In this episode of Film and Business , I dive into how promotions and collaborations can take your film further than you ever imagined. We talk about why promotions are more than just posters and trailers, the power of collaborations with brands, influencers, and communities, and how you can create partnerships that feel authe...

How to Sell Your Film to the International Market In this episode of Film and Business, Rosa Camero — film producer and CEO & Founder of Ramiro AI — breaks down everything you need to know about selling your film to the international market. We dive into: 🎬 What it really means to sell your film internationally 🎬 The difference between distributors and sales agents 🎬 The difference between...

From Idea to Audience with Tyler M. Reid In this episode of Film and Business , I sit down with Tyler M. Reid for a live demo of Ramiro AI . We dive into what filmmakers really need to package their films, how to present a pitch deck, and why your audience is always the first thing you must know before asking for money or releasing your project. We also:  🎬 Share Tyler’s pitch deck with the audie...

How to Market and Sell Your Independent Film with Kirstin Barwise Heunes In this episode of Film and Business, I sit down with Kirstin Barwise Heunes, Head of Development at the Emmy award-winning Let It Rain Films and founder of Inspired Media Studios, to talk about what it really takes to market and sell your independent film. We cover how to position your film for success from the very beginnin...

How to Build an Audience for Your Independent Film with Gwendolyn Alston In this episode of Film and Business , I sit down with Gwendolyn Alston , impact producer, global strategist, and co-founder of MocaMedia . Gwen has spent decades helping independent filmmakers and social-issue storytellers build real relationships with their audiences, long before their films are released. We talk about: Her...

Stop Losing Money on Film Distribution – Red Flags to Avoid In this episode of Film and Business , I’m sharing the truth about what’s really hiding in some film distribution deals. We’re talking about: Why giving away all rights in all territories can hurt your film’s future The dangers of 10-year contracts Why 40% or more in distribution fees can leave you with almost nothing How paying upfront m...

How Tech and Tax Incentives Can Help You Finance Your Film with Piet Sonck In this episode of Film and Business , I sit down with Belgian filmmaker and transmedia expert Piet Sonck to explore how technology and tax incentives can help independent filmmakers finance their films smarter. We talk about:  🎬 How to use AI to elevate your film project  💰 What the Belgian Tax Shelter is and how interna...

🎙 Episode 9: How to Create a Social Media Campaign that Drives Real Traffic In this episode of Film and Business, we dive into how to create a social media campaign that actually drives traffic. I break down the exact steps filmmakers need to take to turn random posts into a real campaign with purpose, structure, and results. Whether you're promoting a premiere, building your audience, or lau...

From Idea to Distribution: A Filmmaker’s Journey with Marc Marriott | Film and Business Podcast What does it really take to turn an idea into a finished, award-winning film? In this episode of Film and Business, I sit down with Marc Marriott, director and producer of Tokyo Cowboy, to explore his full journey—from funding and production to film festivals and distribution. Marc shares: ✅ How Tokyo...

Episode 7 – Where to Distribute Your Film and Reach Your Audience Distribution is not just about getting your film “out there.” It’s about getting it in front of the right people, at the right time, through the right channels. In this episode of Film and Business, I break down the main distribution windows available today — from theatrical and TVOD to streaming platforms, broadcast deals, open TV,...

🎬 Episode 6 – Juan Esteban Suárez on Making and Marketing Becoming Mayo In this episode of Film and Business, I sit down with director and producer Juan Esteban Suárez to explore the behind-the-scenes journey of his film Becoming Mayo (Un Día de Mayo). From navigating the creative process to funding the project and integrating marketing into every step, Juan Esteban shares a refreshingly honest a...

Episode 5 — Film Festival Strategy: How to Choose, Budget, and Stand Out Submitting to film festivals without a plan can cost you thousands, and leave your film unseen. In this episode of Film and Business with Rosa Camero, we break down how to choose the right film festivals, how to budget for submissions and travel, and what you need to stand out to festival programmers, press, and audiences. Wh...

Most filmmakers wait until post-production to think about their audience, but by then, it’s often too late. In this episode, Rosa Camero shares why audience-building should start during production and how that shift can transform the success of your film. You’ll learn: * Why early marketing isn’t just for studios * Simple steps to start building your audience now * How to use Ramiro AI to define a...

🎬 Why You Need to Think About Distribution from the Very Beginning with Mauricio Durán In this episode, Rosa Camero talks with international distributor Mauricio Durán, a film industry veteran with over 37 years of experience and more than 1,800 theatrical releases under his belt. From Toy Story to Fast & Furious, Mauricio has helped launch some of the world’s biggest films. He shares why fil...

Episode 2 — Why Marketing is the Missing Link for Independent Feature Films You can have the most powerful story, a brilliant cast, and beautiful cinematography… but if no one knows your film exists, what’s the point? In this episode of Film and Business, I break down one of the biggest reasons independent feature films struggle to reach their audience: lack of marketing. And no, it’s not somethin...

🎙 Episode 1: The New Era of Film and Business: My Story and What’s Coming Podcast: Film and Business with Rosa Camero Recap: In this first episode of the new season, Rosa Camero shares her personal journey back into the film industry. She talks about her early days working on major productions, why she stepped away, and how she found her way back after a life-changing move to Madrid. Rosa opens up...

During this podcast episode of Life & Business, I have a special guest, a life and business coach who is also an actress, performer, dancer, and producer. Audrey shares with us the challenges of being an entrepreneur in a country that is not her own, the experience of being a life coach, how it has impacted her life, and how having a creative business in the past has helped her with her new bu...