Unlock Your Full Potential with Our Membership Program
THE REEL CIRCLE
Are you ready to level up in the world of filmmaking?Â
Membership Closes on June 30th and Won't Reopen Until 2026
Why become a member?
We believe the keys to bringing your vision to life are Knowledge, Community, Inspiration, and Authenticity and our membership is designed to support and nurture all those facets.
Purchasing everything a la carte can add up fast and we wanted to create a more affordable way to make our resources available to YOU which is why we created the membership program.
By becoming a master member, you gain unlimited access to all of our courses, events, tools, and Exclusive Member Only offerings (a value of over $3,500!) for less than $1 a day!
Join us on this journey and take the first step towards making your film dreams a reality. Enrollment closes June 30th—and after that, the doors won’t open again until 2026.
What Do You Get With Your Membership?
All of Our On-Demand Courses
We currently have 11Â courses in our membership with a total of 26+ hours of video, 45+ workbooks/additional materials, over $2,500 in contract templates, and MORE!
Our Filmmaker Master Series
Raising Money & Attracting Investors
Keeping the Quality High & the Budget Low
Understanding Marketing & Distribution
Mini Courses
Pitch Success: Craft Your Investor & Film Decks
Finding Your First 100 Investor Leads
Throwing Successful Investor Events
Additional Courses
Pitch Deck Design Made Simple
Using AI to Create Stunning Decks
Craft Your Key Pitch Elements in 5 Days
Reset & Reignite Your Filmmaking Goals
Navigating the American Film Market
PLUS, As a Member You'll Also Get:
Group Coaching Sessions
Join Sara Elizabeth for a collaborative coaching session where you can get your questions answered and challenges solved in a supportive group setting.
Our Filmmaker Toolbox
A collection of resources and tools to assist filmmakers at ALL stages of the filmmaking process from workbooks, sample contracts, and more!
Power Hour Archive
Access to our archive of over 55+ past Power Hour conversations with film industry professionals—featuring literary agents, distributors, story editors, and more.
Scene Read & Script Swap Events
Access two member-only events to elevate your writing: Script Swaps for peer feedback, and Scene Reads to hear your work performed and sharpen your scenes.
Virtual Networking Opportunities
Connect with fellow filmmakers in group Zoom sessions designed to spark collaboration, support, and inspiration—or tap into our private online community to connect.
Discounts on Packages & Live Events
Pro members get 15% off our Investor Materials Development Package and $50 off the Ultimate Deck Template to level up your pitch and secure funding.
For Master Members Only:
Pitch Practice Sessions
Get expert feedback on your pitch from Sara Elizabeth in a small-group setting. Participants present their pitch and receive direct critiques from Sara, while others can audit and learn by observing the process.
Deck Critique Sessions
Submit your pitch deck for a professional review by Sara Elizabeth in a group setting. Participants (first to register) receive direct feedback on their decks, while auditors can watch and learn from the critique process.
Discounts on 1:1 Consultations
Master members exclusively get 10% off 1:1 consultations, script notes sessions, and consultation packages with Sara Elizabeth—plus 25% off the Investor Materials Development Package.
Membership Benefits
Our memberships allow you to get all the value and resources we offer for a fraction of the cost and access to MEMBERS ONLY exclusive events, content, and fun! Join our membership community for less than $1 a day!
Join before June 30th—enrollment won't reopen until 2026!
Pro Membership - $17.99/month*
Take your skills to new heights. Value $2250+
GET A MONTH FREE WHEN YOU PAY BY YEAR!
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Master Membership - $24.99/month*
Become a true master of filmmaking. Value $3100++
GET A MONTH FREE WHEN YOU PAY BY YEAR!
*All Memberships are an annual commitment. Prices are subject to change.
Membership Closes on June 30th at Midnight EST
Enrollment won't reopen until the start of 2026. Don't miss out!
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"I don’t often recommend memberships like this, but I will say, I have gotten FAR MORE VALUE than the price. Truly. Sara Elizabeth is extremely helpful. The course is well laid out and not overwhelming. "
Kelly L.
Screenwriter/Producer/Actress - Auburn, AL
"This membership is the place that I’ve finally made some big strides and progress! I’ve tried many other models and this one is THE one!!!"
Dina G.
Director/Producer/Screenwriter - Dallas, TX
"Sara Elizabeth has been integral to helping me navigate producing in the film & tv world. She has shared such incredible wisdom that she has learned over the years. Her perfect blend of honesty and encouragement has helped me take major steps forward in my film. I look forward to continuing to work with her in the future!"
Josh R.
Producer - Charlotte, NC
"Making a pitch deck has gone from being an insurmountable task for me to a fantastic opportunity to create my vision of my story utilizing the techniques, knowledge and experience that Sara so generously shared with me. I have come away from the experience with so much more confidence."
Aliki K.
Screenwriter - Greece
"Sara Elizabeth's workshops, masterminds, and the collaborative community she’s created are incredible! I can’t recommend them highly enough. Sara Elizabeth is candid, supportive, a wealth of practical information and she goes above and beyond to clarify and explain issues ranging from pitching, screenwriting, and producing to the nuts and bolts of financing, distribution, legal issues and accounting. Sara’s classes have given me the confidence and clear understanding of what’s possible to produce high production, quality projects within reasonable budgets."
Sara P.
Producer/Screenwriter - Denver, CO
"Sara Elizabeth's No Film School No Trust Fund No Problem membership features webinars with industry leaders, 1:1 coaching, and courses on pitching, finding investors, and developing the right mindset as a filmmaker which have all been extremely helpful to me as an independent filmmaker and producer. The membership has helped me feel reconnected to and knowledgeable about the media industry post-pandemic. The knowledge I have gained has given me an extra boost of confidence to pitch to investors, producers, and studios. I have also met and connected with some amazing fellow filmmakers. "
Talaya G.
Director/Producer - Forestville, MD
Frequently Asked Questions
Originally, you could purchase all of our courses and resources separately- "a la carte". We realized that this can really start adding up for filmmakers and saw the membership as an opportunity to bundle all our on demand courses, with live resources which allows us to offer you resources at a MUCH cheaper rate. I one year membership is actually cheaper than it had been to purchase ONE course a la carte!  Also there are many exclusive offerings that only members can participate in and are not available to purchase a la carte. We LOVE the new membership option which makes it all both accessible and affordable!
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All memberships are an annual commitment whether you opted for monthly or yearly billing. You will get several courtesy emails leading up to your annual renewal date with the opportunity to cancel the renewal should your situation change (but we will still be here to support and cheer you on)! Unfortunately, we cannot cancel your membership before your commitment year is completed.
Unfortunately not. All memberships are an annual commitment.
As filmmakers, we totally understand that there may be a month on a film shoot when you have zero time to take advantage of your subscription with us. The membership is designed to last one year to give you the maximum benefit and the process of repeatedly canceling and restarting your membership will result in you losing important interactions within our online community, access to resources from classes you have taken, and more. The annual commitment allows us to bring you so much value at such an inexpensive price. This is why we have a No Refund Policy. All purchases are final sale, so refunds are not provided for previous months on NFSNTFNP regardless of whether you have logged in to view your content.Â
Also, our billing system is automated and we do not have the ability to freeze or skip payments or adjust the billing cycle for any of our members.
When you select a membership, you may choose the 12-month payment plan method, which will be billed automatically every 30 days. Or you may choose the year-long payment plan method, which will be billed automatically every year until you chose to cancel (you get a month free in this option). Our billing system is automated and we do not have the ability to freeze or skip payments or adjust the billing cycle for any of our members.
Yes. All of our memberships are annual commitments and automatically renew. When you select a membership, you may choose the 12-month payment plan method, which will be billed automatically every 30 days. Or you may choose the year-long payment plan method, which will be billed automatically every year. You will get several courtesy emails leading up to your annual renewal date with the opportunity to cancel the renewal should your situation change (but we will still be here to support and cheer you on)!
No problem! It is a little tricky with our current technology, but it is doable! You will have to cancel your current membership plan and start a new one. To start the process, please contact us at [email protected]. We will help you end your current plan and upgrade you. Please note that when you upgrade, it will start the upgrade as a new plan which is a commitment of one year from the new plan date.Â
We’re here for you! Please email us at [email protected]
Meet Sara Elizabeth Timmins
Sara Elizabeth established Life Out Loud Films to create quality, inspiring impact films that champion women. Her films have been seen in theaters and on HBO, Sundance, Hallmark, Amazon, Starz/Showtime and internationally. She has worked with Oscar & Emmy winning talent like Jane Seymour, Ellen Burstyn, Chris Cooper, Josh Lucas, and NY Times Best Selling Author David Baldacci. She field produced the Emmy nominated HBO docuseries McMillions for Mark Wahlberg's company which premiered at Sundance 2020. Sara Elizabeth believes she has a responsibility through film to spark conversations, that inspire action, that ignites change.
More About What's Included
POWER HOUR - An archive of over 55+ past guests- Rewatch your favs or catch ones you missed! A monthly virtual space for community, inspiration, and learning. Guests from all facets of the film industry, share valuable insight, wisdom and resources. Past guests include TV Producer Tracey Mercer, Literary Agent Robin Galloway, WME Story Editor Chris Lockhart, New York Times Best-Selling Author David Baldacci, and more!
PRIVATE FILMMAKER COMMUNITY PLATFORM - A place to cultivate community with other filmmakers in the membership. We also share exclusive opportunities we hear of directly for members!
GROUP COACHING SESSIONS - Join Sara Elizabeth for a collaborative coaching session where you can get your questions answered and challenges solved in a supportive group setting. Gain valuable insights, learn from others’ experiences, and walk away with actionable next steps for your projects. Every participant has the opportunity to submit a question or concern in advance. All coaching sessions will be added to the calendar and spread throughout the year.Â
GROUP DECK CRITIQUES - Submit your deck for feedback in a group setting. Each session is limited to 6 decks (first to register) but students can audit to just watch. All group deck critiques will be added to the calendar and spread throughout the year. (Value $268)
REEL CIRCLE COWORKING SPACE - These events are dedicated, silent working hours where you can stay accountable and get things done alongside fellow creatives. It’s not a collaborative session—just a space to work independently while surrounded by a supportive community. No distractions, just focused time to move your projects forward.
SCRIPT SWAPS - Get fresh eyes on your script! Submit your work, get paired with another writer, and exchange constructive feedback—with three weeks to complete your notes. We announce script swaps throughout the year.
FILMMAKER TOOLBOX - A collection of resources and tools to assist filmmakers at ALL stages of the filmmaking process. It includes workbooks like Assessing your Assets and Finding the Right Sales Agent, to release forms, sample contracts, sponsor and inkind/donation templates, suggested vendors, a filmmaker's glossary, and more related to planning, filming, and distributing their films.
PITCH PRACTICE SESSIONS - An opportunity to practice your pitch and get feedback in a group setting. Each session is limited to 6 pitches (first to register) but students can audit to just watch. All pitch practice sessions will be added to the calendar and spread throughout the year. (Value $268)
SCENE READS: Hear your script come to life! Submit up to 10 pages, and actors from our community will read it out loud—giving you the chance to experience your words in action, get feedback and identify any edits needed. These sessions are added to the calendar throughout the year.
VIRTUAL FILMMAKER COMMUNITY NETWORKING EVENTS - Connect with fellow filmmakers in a dynamic group session designed to spark collaboration, support, and inspiration. Whether you're looking for creative partners, industry insights, or simply to expand your network, this is a space to meet like-minded creatives and share your projects. All virtual filmmaker community networking events will be added to our calendar and spread throughout the year.
INVESTOR DEVELOPMENT MATERIALS PACKAGE - This package includes templates for your investor materials, instructional videos, private consults with Sara Elizabeth and our Raising Money and Attracting Investors course. You can easily build your materials - saving you the hassle of figuring it all out on your own while saving thousands of dollars! If you want to fast track this phase of your film and start pitching to investors and securing money, this package is for you!
