As a kid, I had an early video game system called the Atari 2600.
The graphics were primitive and pixelated. But every time I went to the store to buy a new game, the technological shortcomings of the Atari 2600 were soon forgotten.
The fictional game reality on the box cover made each game seem like the coolest thing ever.
But when I got home, I soon realized there was quite a gap between the artwork and the actual video game. This is my introduction to how artwork influences buying decisions.
With movie marketing, your poster must influence the buying decision of the potential audience member. Your poster should incorporate your logo and colors while, at the same time, specifically targeting your intended audience.
Don't get skimpy since you will probably use these elements in other areas of your marketing, including DVD covers, website design, and your film festival postcards.
As a first-time feature filmmaker, you may want to research successful movies in the same genre. Figure out what you like about the poster and artwork.
Then, hire your best artist friend to create something that works!
