Personal Finance for Film Freelancers

Freelancing in the documentary world comes with financial challenges – from managing irregular income, to budgeting and saving for the long haul. Led by financial advisor Guli Fager, CFP®, MPH (Toler Financial Group), this session breaks down essential financial strategies to help you build stability and plan for the future. We’ll cover retirement savings options, helping you prepare for the long term while balancing the unpredictability of freelance work. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to improve your money management, this conversation will give you the tools to take control of your finances.

Tickets are $19 ($14 for IFC Center members). Tickets are non-refundable.

To encourage open discussions and a space for filmmakers to ask questions freely, this event won’t be recorded. A summary will be sent via email within a few business days after the event.

Keep the Conversation Going: Don’t stop the learning! Head straight to a separate Zoom room (link shared during the event) for an exclusive post-event discussion with Malikkah and fellow attendees.

Special Offer: All PRO registrants are invited to a separate, complimentary, peer-to-peer consulting session. Engage in small group consultations where filmmakers walk away with concrete insight into a current dilemma. It’s a unique opportunity for collaborative learning and meaningful exchanges. A follow-up email with joining details will be sent to all registrants.

Questions? If you have questions about registration, please email ticketing@docnyc.net. For questions about accommodations and accessibility, including requests for live ASL interpretation, please email accessibility@docnyc.net.

This event is co-hosted by the BIPOC Doc Editors.

Note: Toler Financial Group provides advisory services through Rossby Financial LLC, a Registered Investment Advisor.  Rossby Financial LLC does not offer tax or legal advice.