I don't teach filmmaking from a textbook, classroom, or “hypothetical” film that’s stuck in development. I teach filmmaking and strategy from feature film sets to meetings with studios, top brands brands, and the exclusive streaming deal I just closed.
Here’s the truth about most film consultants:
They read books.
They took courses.
They “studied the industry” and made small projects.
But they’ve never actually made a feature film, sold it, and gotten it distributed. Most of these consultants have never made a 6-figure project or can consult from lived experience directing/producing a large scale production– and you can’t fake that knowledge.
I have.
My name is Cat Argyrople.
I’m a filmmaker, cancer survivor, and founder of CATALYZE HER– a film production company dedicated to bold, female-led storytelling.
I made my first feature film, Growing Pains, with limited resources and zero industry connections. It was a 21-day production that I directed and produced, completely independently.
That little indie went on to:
• 🎬 Exclusive international release on Tubi and raise over $40,000 in grants & crowdfunding
• 🏆 Premiere & win awards at top film festivals like Santa Monica & Chelsea Film Festival
• 📰 Accolades from Women in Film & The Sundance Institute
• 📰 Press coverage from Nielsen to Film Threat, and viral celebrity endorsements
• 🎥 A national community screening tour
Now I’m greenlighting my second feature film– a mid-budget 1970s surfer girl story with industry backing and even a studio deal (which I rejected!). While I sell my first movie at Cannes internationally, I will be pitching my second film to top companies, investors, distributors, actors, and more.
I’m not coaching from the sidelines. I’m actively doing the work while I teach it.
In addition to writing, directing and producing independent films, I work as a Producer at Razorfish, an agency owned by the world’s top advertising group. I produce social-first campaigns for global brands for PayPal, Marvel, Starbucks, Venmo, Bath & Body Works, The NFL, Whataburger, and more! My personal social media storytelling and filmmaking content consistently reaches over 1M views quarterly and engaged more than 300,000 viewers, documenting the real journey of developing and releasing independent films.
This experience gives me insight into how media is developed, financed, and marketed at scale.
When I work with filmmakers, we focus not just on the film itself, but also:
• audience building
• marketing strategy
• brand partnerships
• distribution positioning
Because today, getting a film made isn’t just about storytelling– it’s about getting a film SEEN. That takes world-class strategy.
My clients are getting real industry momentum, including:
✅ Films distributed worldwide on Tubi and Canal+
✅ World premieres at Dances With Films
✅ Landing major film roles and industry jobs making movies
✅ Starting their first projects with clear production roadmaps
✅ Moving seamlessly from shorts to their first feature film. Three of my clients are actively producing/directing their features… One client’s movie is a $3.8M indie with influencer talent attached!
This isn’t theory.
This is strategy that works from someone who has gone through:
• development
• production
• festivals
• sales
• distribution
Customized strategy based on where you actually are in your filmmaking journey, from development to distribution. I give real industry insight, based on actionable steps based what actually works, with no fluff or gatekeeping.
Every session ends with:
✔ an action plan
✔ clear priorities
✔ a roadmap for what to do next
I only take 2 consulting clients per week.
This isn’t a volume business for me– I want to help REAL, dedicated filmmakers make a difference in their careers and movies. When I was in your shoes, consulting is what changed the game for me to make massive, actionable strides in my career.
I’m actively:
• producing for top clients
• running my production company
• greenlighting & producing my next feature
The filmmakers I work with get my full attention, which means I’m selective.
• Are serious about finishing their project
• Want strategic guidance, not vague motivation
• Are ready to move forward
• People looking to pick my brain for free feedback
• Filmmakers not ready to take action and do the work
• Anyone not ready to invest in their films, careers, and ultimately, themselves
1:1 Strategy Session – $250 per hour
Monthly 1:1 Consulting Retainer – $600 per month
Film Team Strategy Session – $1,200 per 90 minute session, for teams up to 5 people
• Two strategy sessions per month
• Project roadmap and ongoing support
• Review of scripts, decks, pitch materials, and sizzles
⚠️ Important Note: Feedback on scripts, decks, pitch materials, and sizzles is reserved for monthly retainer & film team strategy clients only.
Single sessions focus on strategy and roadmapping.
If you’re ready to move your project forward with real industry strategy, apply below! I’m stoked for you and your film journey.
– Cat