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NFTS AS A NEW MEDIUM FOR FILM FINANCING

How Jesse Moynihan uses NFTs to fund his ambitious animation project: Jesus 2

Results
Raising funds for film production with NFTs
By minting and selling thousands of NFTs on the Cardano Blockchain, the creator, Jesse Moynihan, accessed capital in a unique and transparent way. This innovative approach was instrumental in getting the Jesus 2 project off the ground.
Creating Awareness through Web3 Streaming
The Jesus 2 project, with the help of NMKR, has plans to leverage the power of Web3 to stream the premiere of the Jesus 2 animated short film, effectively creating a broad audience and awareness for the project.
Creating a sustainable revenue stream for film production
The proceeds generated from the sale of NFTs will be used for post-production, music, and animation fixes, thereby establishing a long-lasting and sustainable source of income that enables the creator to focus on crafting an immersive story-driven universe.
Region
USA
Industry
Animation & Film
Use case
Film Production Funding
Key features
NFT minting
CoNSULTATION

Summary

Rejected by traditional publishers, Jesse Moynihan partnered with NMKR to create an innovative way to fund his ambitious animation project, "Jesus 2". By harnessing the power of blockchain technology and NFTs, he was able to fund the production of his project in a unique and effective way.

Challenge

Jesse Moynihan faced a challenge where traditional publishers rejected his project, leaving him without necessary funding. He needed to find a way to raise funds that was both effective and engaging for potential backers.

Solution

Together with NMKR, Moynihan created an exclusive collection of NFTs representing characters from the Jesus 2 project. NMKR played a key role in the project by using NMKR Studio to create the NFTs and prepare them for sale, and by providing guidance and consultancy on how to facilitate the project. NMKR also custom-built a website for the Jesus 2 project, further enhancing its digital presence and accessibility.

Jesus 2 now

4000+ NFTs sold

Most of the NFTs were sold online within the first 40 minutes of release, showing the immense interest and support for the project.

Paving the way for independent creators

The funds raised from selling the NFTs are being used for various production needs, which creates a long-term and sustainable revenue stream that helps Moynihan and his team deliver an exciting animation project.

Proof-Of-Concept

With this successful launch, Jesse Moynihan & NMKR have set a precedent for the future of independent film funding through NFTs.

Film Funding with blockchain works

Jesse Moynihan and NMKR showed how blockchain technology and NFTs can be used for a meaningful cause. The project not only raised funds but also helped raise awareness of the potential of NFTs in film production.

About Jeesse Moynihan

Jesse Moynihan is a renowned animator and creator, known for his innovative approach to storytelling and animation. With the "Jesus 2" project, he's pushing the boundaries of animation and showing the world how independent creators can leverage the power of NFTs and blockchain technology to realize their creative visions.

Testimonial

"NMKR are a team of genuinely good and brilliant people. From my earliest involvement with the CNFT ecosystem, they have been there to help me get my footing and understand what it takes to sustain a successful project."
Jesse Moynihan, Creator Jesus 2

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Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) have taken the world by storm, revolutionizing the way we think about digital ownership and value. While NFTs have primarily been associated with the art, entertainment, and collectibles industries, they also hold significant potential for the digital book industry. With Book.io, a pioneering platform powered by NMKR, a leading NFT infrastructure provider on the Cardano blockchain, the process of creating, minting, and trading NFTs for eBooks and Audiobooks becomes easier and more accessible than ever before. This innovative approach to digital book ownership grants readers true control over their assets while empowering authors and publishers with increased revenue and transparency.