Join us on Wednesday November 19th from 6-9 PM at NOVAC for our "Finance, Accounting, and Taxes for Film Professionals" workshop with Joe Carleton

Join producer Joe Carleton as he unravels the fundamentals of organizing your financial reality as a business professional in the film industry. Through this hands-on workshop you will have the opportunity to...

  • Understand the difference between a 1099 and W2 Job

  • Bookkeep income, expenses, and deductions to minimize the taxes you owe.

  • Learn about establishing a Loan Out Company and the pros and cons that come with it.

  • Consider retirement planning for the gig worker - Roth IRAs and more!

Instructor

Joe Carleton

Joe Carleton, EA grew up and found his love for filmmaking in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Louisiana State University in 2019, and has been working across the United States for BBC, Amazon Prime, and ITV, as well as many regional theatres. Joe holds an Enrolled Agent license with the IRS and helps companies and individuals both in and out of the film industry manage their finances and navigate tax law. As an actor/producer, Joe strives to find efficiency and FUN in every project. Since moving back to Baton Rouge in 2023, Joe has independently produced seven ALL LOUISIANA feature films with many more on the horizon. “Live Big, Live Easy!!” @_JLCARL

Purchase Workshop Here

This workshop is a partnership between NOVAC, Carleton & Company APAC Certified Public Accountants, and the Baton Rouge Underground Film Festival.