Let’s get one thing straight: if you’re producing ambitious work, you’re not “just” a producer.

You’re running a business.

This month, CreativeHQ kicked off our Investment Readiness Workshop Series, and the vibe in the room?

🔥 Electric. Insight-packed. Occasionally spicy. But always razor-sharp.

Two sessions in, and the message is loud and clear: if you want to raise money like a founder, you need to start building your company like one.

Here’s what went down, and why you’ll want to join the next four sessions.

💼 From Freelancers to Founders

“I’ve been making company-level decisions with a freelancer mindset. That has to change.”

That line dropped early and landed hard.

The workshop opened with a clear distinction between project finance and company finance. Most producers are so busy chasing project cash that they haven’t built the business case behind the slate. These sessions are flipping that script.

The question on everyone’s screen:

“What part of my company is investable?”

🧠 The “Company Snapshot” That Changes the Conversation

We introduced the idea of a Business Snapshot — a one-pager that forces clarity on what your company is, how it makes money, and why anyone should bet on it.

One producer said:

“Honestly, I’ve never written that down. I’ve built decks for films, but not for my company.”

That changed this week.

Using our live template, producers started outlining their:

• Core income streams

• Structural setup (Ltd, LLP, Sole Trader — and why it matters)

• SEIS/EIS eligibility

• Governance model

• Investment opportunities

It’s not just admin. It’s the blueprint for your next big conversation.

📈 If You Can’t Describe Your Revenue, You Can’t Scale It

The second session was all about revenue models — and things got real.

We broke down the difference between working hard for every pound and building income that scales. Think:

• Development fees

• Production services

• Licensing

• Branded content

• Ancillary rights (merch, soundtracks, educational spin-offs)

• Consultancy and training

• Talent development/sponsorship

One of the best moments?

“This has made me rethink our portfolio and shape a unique identity for our company. It’s not something many producers think of.”

It hit home. You don’t need a bigger slate, you need a smarter model.

👀 What’s Next? You. In the Room.

We’ve got four more workshops happening over July and August — and they’re filling fast.

We’re covering:

• Governance structures investors trust

• Diversified income (looking at A24 and Hello Sunshine for inspiration)

• Real-world examples of investor-ready companies

• And how to actually prep for a pitch that doesn’t just impress, it converts

All of this is building toward our November Investor Pitch Event, where select CreativeHQ members will pitch to a curated group of angel investors, brands, and funders.

You could be one of them.

Final Thought: Build the Business That’s Worth Funding

This isn’t theory. This is CreativeHQ producers building production companies that excite investors, attract partners, and create the financial headroom to be bold and brilliant.

If you missed the first two sessions, catch the replays in the member portal. Then book your seat for what’s coming.

Join us now to access:
✅ 4 upcoming workshops
✅ Weekly producer clinics
✅ Masterclasses on funding, finance, IP, and distribution
✅ And the November pitch event that could change your company’s future

🚀 Not a member yet?
Join CHQ Accelerate and let’s build the business your work deserves.