Free Distribution
WatchVIM platform consideration plus Amazon Prime Video submission support for eligible titles.
Free to submit
Built for independent filmmakers
Distribution and Creative Services Under One Roof
Take your film from rough cut to release. WatchVIM offers creator-first distribution pathways plus one-time in-house services for captions, subtitles, editing, color correction, audio finishing, artwork, trailers, and technical delivery.
Distribution pathways
Reach audiences without unnecessary gatekeeping
Submit your project for WatchVIM platform consideration and choose the distribution pathway that best fits your release plan.
Extended Distribution
Support for iTunes / Apple TV, Tubi, Roku, and Google Play delivery opportunities.
$39.99/yearCreator Ownership
Filmmakers retain ownership unless a separate written agreement specifically changes that.
Rights stay clear
One-time creative services
Professional support from post-production through delivery
Purchase only the services your project needs. Every job is scoped as a one-time project with a custom quote based on runtime, source materials, condition of the edit, requested deliverables, revisions, and deadline.
Captions & Subtitles
Accurate, timed text files prepared for streaming, digital release, screeners, and accessibility.
- SRT and WebVTT files
- Closed-caption timing and formatting
- Subtitle cleanup and synchronization
Film & Series Editing
Editorial support for features, shorts, episodes, documentaries, trailers, and promotional cuts.
- Assembly and rough-cut refinement
- Episode and series editing
- Trailer, teaser, and social versions
Color Correction & Finishing
Create a more consistent, polished visual presentation across scenes, cameras, and episodes.
- Exposure and white-balance correction
- Shot matching and skin-tone refinement
- Final look and export preparation
Audio Mix & Leveling
Improve clarity and consistency so dialogue, music, and effects translate more effectively.
- Dialogue cleanup and balancing
- Music and effects leveling
- Stereo mix and loudness review
Artwork & Marketing Assets
Release-ready creative materials designed for platforms, press, social media, and promotion.
- Posters and key art
- Landscape, portrait, and thumbnail assets
- Social graphics and promotional layouts
QC & Delivery Packaging
Technical review and organized delivery preparation before your project reaches a platform or distributor.
- Picture, audio, caption, and file review
- Export and naming checks
- Metadata and deliverables packaging
Need several services for the same title?
Request a Bundle Quote
Request a bundled project quote for editing, color, audio, captions, artwork, trailers, and delivery preparation.
Creative service process
Simple, project-based support
1
Tell us what you need
Share the project type, runtime or episode count, current stage, requested services, deadline, and a private review link when available.
2
Receive a scope and quote
Our team reviews the materials and outlines the work, deliverables, turnaround expectations, revision terms, and project price.
3
Approve and begin
Once the scope and payment terms are approved, files are transferred securely and the project enters production.
4
Review and receive delivery files
You review the agreed deliverables, submit revisions within the approved scope, and receive the completed project files.
Distribution process
Submit, review, and prepare
1
Submit your title
Provide your screener, trailer, metadata, artwork, rights information, and available delivery files.
2
Editorial and technical review
WatchVIM evaluates platform fit and checks whether the available materials are ready for the selected distribution pathway.
3
Resolve required deliverables
Filmmakers can make corrections independently or request a separate quote for WatchVIM’s in-house creative and technical services.
4
Platform submission
Approved titles move forward under the applicable agreement. Final storefront acceptance and timing remain subject to each platform.
Creative services do not guarantee distribution placement, platform acceptance, audience performance, or a particular release date. Third-party platforms retain final approval authority.
Frequently asked questions
Filmmaker services FAQ
Do I have to distribute my film through WatchVIM to use the creative services?
No. Creative and post-production services are available as separate one-time projects, whether or not WatchVIM distributes your title.
Are the creative services subscriptions?
No. Services are quoted and purchased per project. There is no recurring subscription for captioning, editing, color, audio, artwork, trailers, or QC work.
How is pricing calculated?
Pricing depends on the service, runtime, source footage, current project condition, episode or version count, required deliverables, revision needs, and turnaround deadline.
What should I include in a quote request?
Include your name, project title, format, runtime or episode count, services needed, target deadline, current file format, and a private review link when available.
Can WatchVIM guarantee that another platform will accept my project?
No. We can prepare and review materials against known requirements, but final acceptance, publication, and release timing are controlled by each platform.
Is WatchVIM film distribution free?
WatchVIM offers a free distribution pathway for eligible independent films through WatchVIM platform consideration and Amazon Prime Video submission support. Optional extended distribution support is $39.99 annually.
Ready to move your project forward?
Submit your film for distribution consideration or contact the WatchVIM team for a one-time creative services quote. Include your project runtime, service needs, deadline, and review link so we can assess the scope.