Independent filmmaking from the Midwest outward.

Contact

For collaborations, development conversations, consulting inquiries, or projects requiring both creative perspective and operational realism.

John Lerchen

I’m generally most interested in projects with:

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Strong creative identity

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Long-term ambition

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Thoughtful collaborators

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Emotional intelligence

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A clear understanding of the realities involved in independent production

While I can’t respond to every inquiry, I do review all serious messages personally.

Areas of Interest

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Independent feature film development

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Production strategy

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Cinematic worldbuilding

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Visual storytelling

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Media systems

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AI-assisted creative infrastructure

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Editorial and transmedia concepts

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Long-form creative collaboration

Independent filmmaking has always depended on relationships, trust, adaptability, and people willing to continue building even when the path forward is uncertain.

If you believe we may be aligned creatively or operationally, feel free to reach out.

Please keep inquiries concise but specific. The more context provided about the project, goals, and current stage of development, the easier it is to determine whether a conversation makes sense.

All inquiries reviewed personally.

John Lerchen — Independent Producer — Midwest